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• The Melukat Water Blessing

  12-06-2026 16:59 via breakingtravelnews.com
  For generations the Manukaya Let community have preserved and protected the Tirta Empul temple and its revered natural springs. To form a deeper connection to this sacred area, join one of the village storytellers in one of Amandari’s signature experiences, a dawn Melukat Water Blessing ceremony performed for centuries to wash away stresses and rejuvenate the spirit.
  
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• WTM London elevates its tech offering with the launch of WTM Travel Tech

  13-06-2026 10:07 via breakingtravelnews.com
  WTM London, the world’s most influential travel and tourism event, is launching WTM Travel Tech for 2026, a major co-located event intended to capitalise on not only the importance of technology in travel but also the growing number of exhibitors, buyers and visitors interested in technology.
  
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• Anguilla Tourist Board Unveils “Taste. Feel. Live.” Summer Campaign And Launches New Xcape App

  13-06-2026 10:06 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) has officially launched its 2026 Summer Campaign, “Anguilla: Taste. Feel. Live.”, alongside the introduction of the innovative Xcape App, marking a significant step forward in the destination’s efforts to enhance visitor engagement, strengthen destination awareness, and position Anguilla as a year-round Caribbean destination.
  
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• Hotel Arts Barcelona Offers Skyline Suites Framing the Newly Completed Towers of Sagrada Família

  13-06-2026 10:03 via breakingtravelnews.com
  In celebration of the completion of one of the most eagerly anticipated milestones in Gaudí’s architectural vision — the central towers of the Sagrada Familia — Hotel Arts Barcelona invites guests to experience one of the city’s most extraordinary new vantage points, sweeping views of Antoni Gaudí’s masterpiece from the hotel’s reimagined Skyline Suites.
  
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• Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ Expands Partnership with Mews

  13-06-2026 10:02 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Mews, the operating system for hospitality, has been selected as a preferred property management system (PMS) partner for Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), expanding its existing collaboration beyond Europe into additional regions including the Americas and APAC.
  
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• Dhawa Ihuru Unveils New Island Escapes for Divers and Families

  13-06-2026 09:58 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Surrounded by one of the Maldives’ most vibrant house reefs and just 25 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Dhawa Ihuru introduces two thoughtfully curated offers designed to bring guests closer to the island’s extraordinary marine world and relaxed pace of life.
  
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• DISCOVER A SLOWER SIDE OF SUMMER AT AL MAHA, A LUXURY COLLECTION DESERT RESORT & SPA

  13-06-2026 09:33 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa unveils a curated summer programme of staycations, Father’s Day celebrations, executive retreats and day escapes set within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.Just 45 minutes from Dubai, the resort combines Bedouin heritage, exceptional dining and outdoor experiences within one of the UAE’s most remarkable natural landscapes. From wildlife encounters and cultural discoveries to wellness-led escapes, the season’s offerings
  
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• CTO and TEMPO Networks Strengthen 20-Year Collaboration to Amplify Caribbean Tourism

  13-06-2026 08:49 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and TEMPO Networks announced a strategic partnership designed to amplify Caribbean tourism, culture, events and storytelling through expanded digital, social media and broadcast collaboration across CTO initiatives and member destinations.
  
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• Never miss a match! Emirates screens FIFA World Cup 26™ live on flights via Sport 24

  13-06-2026 08:47 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Emirates will screen every match of the FIFA World Cup 26™ onboard its flights, via its dedicated live sports channel – Sport 24 on ice.Ensuring that Emirates customers don’t miss a moment and enjoy of the one of the most watched sporting events in the world - Sport24 on ice is offering the full schedule of matches onboard. Bringing together fans from every nation and creating moments that transcend borders, passengers can follow the action live at 40,000 feet, ensuring they ne
  
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• The Bhutan International Travel Mart 2026

  13-06-2026 08:43 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The Bhutan Department of Tourism, in partnership with the Association of Bhutanese Tour Operators (ABTO), officially launched the inaugural Bhutan International Travel Mart (BITM) 2026 on 11 June, bringing together international travel buyers, tour operators, hoteliers and tourism stakeholders from around the world.Held from 11–13 June, the three-day event marks an important step in Bhutan’s efforts to strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading high-value tourism des
  
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• Riyadh Air Completes First Commercial Flight on Brand New Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to Heathrow

  12-06-2026 16:47 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Riyadh Air, the Kingdom’s new national carrier, celebrated its first commercial (maiden) flight operated on its brand-new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, which arrived in Riyadh from Boeing only five days earlier on June 5.
  The daily service, flight RX401, departed from Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport (RUH) for London Heathrow (LHR) marking a major milestone in the airline’s evolution and beginning a new era of travel and connectivity for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  
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• Ifuru Island Maldives Launches Complimentary Beach Wedding Ceremony and Honeymoon Offer

  12-06-2026 16:45 via breakingtravelnews.com
  This summer, Ifuru Island Maldives invites couples to celebrate their love in one of the world’s most breathtaking destinations with a complimentary private beach wedding ceremony and exclusive honeymoon benefits for stays of seven nights or more. Available between 1st May and 30th September 2026, the offer provides the perfect opportunity to exchange vows or enjoy a romantic island escape at the private all-inclusive retreat.
  
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• Copenhagen Expands CopenPay Year-Round and Takes Tourist Rewards Global

  12-06-2026 16:43 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Jump on a bike to earn a cup of coffee. Collect trash and get a kayak tour for free. Arrive by train and get a sauna experience. CopenPay returns this summer, with no end date, and the popular tourism reward scheme is back to change the way tourists explore Copenhagen, with positive actions replacing traditional sightseeing.“In a time when tourists around the world are often the target of criticism, Copenhagen’s CopenPay provides a new way for tourists to engage with the city in a po
  
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• ST. KITTS YOURWAY (SKY) PROGRAMME RETURNS FOR 2026

  12-06-2026 16:38 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The St. Kitts Tourism Authority is delighted to announce the return of its St. Kitts Yourway (SKY) Programme for 2026, this year featuring 10 participating hotels.  First launched in 2024, the exclusive travel agent initiative allows agents to experience the wonders of St. Kitts firsthand, enabling them to better share the island’s rich offerings with their clients.
  
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• Martinique Welcomes International Stars, Music Lovers at 2026 Reggae Therapy Festival

  12-06-2026 16:33 via breakingtravelnews.com
  On July 11 and 12, 2026, Martinique will host the 4th edition of the Reggae Therapy Festival. This landmark international event, held in the capital of Fort-de-France, has quickly established itself as one of the most inspiring reggae gatherings in the Caribbean.Winner of France’s “Best Reggae Festival Award” in 2024, Martinique’s Reggae Therapy seamlessly blends the natural beauty of the Caribbean with the immaculate vibes of reggae. The festival is recognized for the qu
  
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• Accor and Yavu Collective Sign Landmark Multi-Hotel Deal in Fiji

  12-06-2026 16:32 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Accor, the largest hospitality group in the Pacific region, and Yavu Collective, a Fijian-owned investment and development group, today announced a landmark agreement that will see three distinctive hotels in Fiji join Accor’s global network, marking a significant milestone for the destination and reinforcing the Group’s continued momentum across the Pacific.
  
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• Noku Maldives, Vignette Collection: Where Effortless Luxury Meets the Rhythm of the Maldives

  12-06-2026 16:28 via breakingtravelnews.com
  In the tranquil northern reaches of the Maldives, where turquoise lagoons meet powder-soft sands and time seems to move more gently, Noku Maldives, Vignette Collection offers a more serene and intimate way to experience island life.Set on the peaceful island of Kudafunafaru in Noonu Atoll, the resort invites guests into a world shaped by quiet beauty, effortless comfort and a deep connection to nature. Far removed from the pace of everyday life, mornings begin with the sound of waves lapping the
  
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• TAP AIR PORTUGAL CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF HISTORY AND FLIGHTS TO BRAZIL

  12-06-2026 16:20 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The airline has carried over two million passengers between Brazil and Europe.For six decades, TAP Air Portugal has been connecting Portugal and Europe to Brazil. In 2026, the airline will celebrate 60 years of a history marked by the expansion of international aviation, the strengthening of ties between the two countries, and operations that have established the Brazilian market as one of the most important for TAP.
  
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• ITB Asia 2026: New Experience Zones and Guided Tours Debut Under “Experiences in Motion” Theme

  12-06-2026 15:18 via breakingtravelnews.com
  ITB Asia 2026 will return to the Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore from 21 to 23 October 2026, co-located with MICE Show Asia and Travel Tech Asia. Over three days, the event is expected to welcome more than 18,000 participants, 1,500+ quality buyers, over 1,000 exhibitors and more than 160 speakers from across the global travel and tourism industry.
  
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• A NEW ERA OF WELLNESS: THE RITZ-CARLTON ABU DHABI, GRAND CANAL UNVEIL THE RITZ-CARLTON SPA

  12-06-2026 15:14 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is proud to unveil the Ritz-Carlton Spa, a tranquil sanctuary where contemporary wellness, nature-inspired design, and refined craftsmanship come together to create an elevated destination for restoration.
  Inspired by the timeless symbolism of the lotus - a sacred bloom associated with renewal, balance, and transformation - the spa has been conceived as a refined sanctuary of calm by HBA, a dynamic, multidisciplinary studio and leader in the world of hospi
  
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• SONIFI showcases how hotels can set a new standard with their guest technology and managed services

  10-06-2026 08:20 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Hospitality’s largest global guest technology managed services provider, SONIFI, is unveiling its latest innovations at the annual Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC) next week.
  Located in booth #1230 at the event, SONIFI will be showing how they help hotels transform basic must-have amenities like Wi-Fi, TV and telephony into a higher standard for their guests and their property.
  
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• Long Beach, CA Celebrates America’s 250th with Three Simultaneous Firework Shows

  10-06-2026 08:15 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Long Beach will celebrate Independence Day in unforgettable fashion with “Sea to Shining LBC: America’s 250,” a weeklong patriotic celebration blending pyrotechnics, athletics and entertainment, culminating in a spectacular Independence Day fireworks finale with three simultaneous shows stretching across the city’s 5.5-mile coastline.
  
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• Hard Rock International Kicks Off Summer of Soccer with “All Teams. One Place.” Campaign

  10-06-2026 08:13 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Hard Rock International today unveiled its “All Teams. One Place.” campaign in celebration of this summer’s biggest global soccer tournament, powered by a partnership with record-breaking athlete and Hard Rock brand ambassador, Leo Messi. Spanning Hard Rock properties around the world, the campaign brings fans together through: a global sweepstakes that features a special Messi meet-and-greet grand prize and more than 300 additional prizes including Hard Rock Hotel stays and Un
  
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• Aero Launches Direct Los Angeles-East Hampton Flights for Summer 2026

  10-06-2026 08:11 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Aero, the private jet airline, today announced new summer flights between Los Angeles and East Hampton on a single ticket, debuting June 22, 2026. The new route features a flight on a Gulfstream IV-SP from Van Nuys (VNY) into the closest airport to New York city, then a jetside transfer with BLADE for the short final leg to East Hampton (HTO). Flights run Fridays out and Sundays back through August 30, 2026. Seats are $7,570 (VNY–HTO), available at Aero.com.
  
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• Introducing New Yacht Residential Suites Aboard the Next Four Seasons Yacht

  10-06-2026 08:08 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Building on the success of the March 2026 launch of Four Seasons I, Four Seasons Yachts continues to meaningfully expand with the introduction of Four Seasons II. The second vessel represents the evolution of the ultra-luxury yachting experience, while introducing a new calibre of accommodation through its Yacht Residential Suites.
  
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• The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival Returns to Baha Mar for Its Fifth Year with New Talent

  10-06-2026 08:06 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Today, Baha Mar announces the return of the highly anticipated Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival, taking place from October 21–25, 2026 at the luxury resort destination. Now entering its fifth year, the festival continues to evolve as one of the region’s premier celebrations of culinary excellence, artistic expression, and Bahamian culture.
  
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• A Soft Adventure in the Canadian Rockies

  10-06-2026 08:04 via breakingtravelnews.com
  ECT Travel’s Autumn Train Journey Through the Canadian Rockies to Vancouver is a 12-day journey of discovery created for those who love to explore the world’s wilder places without compromising on comfort or accessibility. Meticulously planned and accompanied by one of our experienced Tour Managers, it is proving particularly popular with the over 50s and solo female travellers, demographics which are leading the booming demand for soft adventures.
  
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• 7 of the Best European Solstice Escapes: Riviera Travel Experts Reveal Top Scenic Spots

  10-06-2026 07:58 via breakingtravelnews.com
  As the summer solstice approaches, bringing the longest day of the year on June 21st, travellers are increasingly looking for destinations that make the most of Europe’s extended daylight hours.Riviera Travel’s latest booking data reveals that demand is heavily concentrated around scenic European escapes, with just 15 top-performing European itineraries accounting for 50% of all recent website bookings. Growing appetite for picturesque landscapes heroes’ destinations such as La
  
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• Rio positions itself as Latin America’s next AI capital as Web Summit opens

  10-06-2026 07:56 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Fresh from hosting the IATA AGM, Rio de Janeiro today opens Web Summit Rio, Latin America’s largest technology event, with more than 30,000 founders, investors, executives and policymakers expected in the city.
  
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• Rhoda Magbitang, Executive Chef At Mauna Lani, Crowned Winner of Top Chef

  10-06-2026 07:54 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Rhoda Magbitang, Executive Chef of Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection’s iconic oceanfront restaurant CanoeHouse in Hawai’i, has been announced the season 23 winner of Bravo’s Top Chef, cementing her place as one of the country’s most extraordinary culinary talents. To celebrate the milestone, Chef Magbitang will host a series of exclusive culinary collaborations across select Auberge Collection destinations, bringing her award-winning cuisine to life with guest chefs and coll
  
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