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Travel Daily Podcast — December 16, 2025
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
Maldivian expand connectivity to Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi
By BL Kochi Bureau | December 15, 2025
Maldivian is adding a fifth weekly flight between Malé and the South Indian cities of Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi starting December 19. Operated by Airbus A320s with Premium Economy, the move gives business, medical, and leisure travelers more flexibility and shorter waits. It also strengthens a key regional corridor as travel demand rises.
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Brand-new 5-star all-inclusive Crete resort getaway
By Grace | December 15, 2025
Secret Escapes is featuring an all‑inclusive stay at the new Rocrita Lifestyle Beach Resort in Crete from £514, with flights from London offering the best pricing and optional upgrades. The package touts savings of up to 63% and includes extras like a welcome drink, an à la carte dinner, and spa credit. It’s a strong value play for listeners looking to lock in 2026 island breaks early.
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LuxuryHotels.best announces launch of new website
Author: Not specified | December 15, 2025
LuxuryHotels.best has launched a curated platform showcasing 180+ luxury properties across top global destinations, with verified reviews, competitive rates, and 24/7 concierge. The site aims to simplify discovery and booking of high‑end stays, with language expansions (Spanish, German, Swedish) planned for 2026. It’s another sign of premium travel’s digital upgrade as affluent travel rebounds.
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China-led Asia-Pacific region lifts global aviation outlook as profits set to soar
Author: Not specified | December 15, 2025
IATA says global air travel has recovered to pre‑pandemic levels, with Asia‑Pacific poised to lead worldwide traffic growth. Carriers are optimistic about 2026 profitability as load factors improve and long‑haul demand rebuilds. For travelers, that could mean more routes and capacity—but watch for yield management keeping fares dynamic.
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Mumbai Airport issues travel advisory as heavy fog in North India impacts flight operations
By ANI | December 15, 2025
Dense fog across Northern India is disrupting flights, prompting Mumbai Airport and India’s aviation ministry to advise passengers to check status updates and allow extra travel time. Safety remains the top priority as teams work to minimize delays and cancellations, especially affecting Delhi operations. Travelers should monitor airline apps and airport websites before heading out.
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Cambodia says Thailand bombs province home to Angkor temples
By AFP | December 15, 2025
Cambodia accused Thailand of striking deep into Siem Reap province near displaced civilian camps amid renewed border clashes, raising concerns for Angkor Wat tourism. The ongoing conflict has caused casualties and mass displacement, with some travelers rerouting or postponing plans. Visitors should closely follow advisories and monitor developments before traveling to the region.
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Irish residents took 4.6 million outbound trips in third quarter – CSO
Author: Not specified | December 15, 2025
Ireland’s CSO reports 4.6 million outbound trips in Q3 2025, up 10% year over year, while average trip length dipped to 6.3 nights. Domestic overnight stays fell 10%, with holidays still dominating both outbound and domestic travel purposes. The data points to robust international demand and shorter itineraries—useful context for airlines, hoteliers, and destinations courting Irish travelers.
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Perché questo angolo della Val Pusteria è diventato una meta cult
By Redazione Travel | December 15, 2025
Brunico (Bruneck) is drawing new attention for its blend of alpine history, culture, and outdoor access—think the Messner Mountain Museum Ripa, Plan de Corones with MMM Corones and LUMEN, and family‑friendly hiking and skiing. Nearby icons like Lago di Braies add to the appeal, while Christmas markets run late November to early January. It’s a versatile base for Dolomites adventures year‑round.
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