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Travel Daily Podcast 10/15/2025
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
India’s Leela Hotels Goes International: Next Stop, Dubai
By Bulbul Dhawan — October 14, 2025
Leela Palaces Hotels & Resorts is making its first move outside India with a 25% acquisition of a 546-key beachfront resort on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah for about $49 million, while Brookfield-managed funds will take the remaining 75%. The property, including 182 residences and three villas, will be rebranded as The Leela after renovations, with completion expected by 2027. The deal signals Indian luxury hospitality’s global ambitions and deepens Leela’s ties with Brookfield as it also advances projects at home.
Klarna expands travel footprint with Qatar Airways deal
By PYMNTS — October 14, 2025
Qatar Airways will roll out Klarna’s installment options across 17 European markets via Worldpay, giving flyers the flexibility to pay in full, pay in 30 days, split into three, or use monthly plans. The move reflects the rapid rise of alternative payment methods in travel and could boost conversion by aligning with how global consumers prefer to pay. It builds on Klarna’s growing roster of travel partners, including Expedia, Airbnb, and Booking.com.
Why this Wisconsin village is the perfect luxury getaway for fall and winter
By DeMarco Williams — October 14, 2025
Kohler, Wisconsin, pairs small-town charm with big luxury, anchored by The American Club and the Five-Star Kohler Waters Spa. Seasonal highlights include late-fall golf at Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run, the Kohler Food & Wine festival (Oct. 16–19), and a robust holiday calendar with lights, skating, carriage rides, and New Year’s Eve festivities. Its easy access from Milwaukee and Chicago makes Kohler a convenient, high-reward fall/winter escape.
Flights from Canada to these travel hot spots are seeing huge price drops
Read the full story at Daily Hive
By Isabelle Docto — October 11, 2025
Skyscanner’s 2026 Canada trends report highlights the best value destinations, with airfare to Lyon down 35%, Dublin down 29%, and Seoul down 22% year over year (based on 2025 booking windows). Trending searches are surging for Terceira Lajes, Basseterre, and Castries, while traveler motivations include skincare-focused “Glowmads,” literature-inspired “Bookbound” trips, and supermarket-led foodie explorations. Actionable takeaway: planning now could lock in 2026 savings for cost-conscious Canadian travelers.
Silly Polly Beast launches October 28
Read the full story at Gematsu
By Sal Romano — October 14, 2025
Top Hat Studios and Anji Games’ psychological survival action-horror Silly Polly Beast launches Oct. 28 on PS5/PS4, Xbox Series/Xbox One, and PC (Steam) with multi-language support. The game blends exploration, stealth, and perspective-shifting combat with unexpected skateboarding segments for a genre-bending experience. It’s a timely Halloween-season release for gamers on the go.
Como usar trens é ‘menos uma escolha e mais um modo de vida’ na Suíça
By Valmir Moratelli — October 14, 2025
Swiss Travel System CEO Sara Roloff explains how rail is woven into Swiss life, with residents averaging 61 train trips a year and 450 million annual passengers overall. The Swiss Travel Pass simplifies car-free tourism with unlimited access across trains, boats, and buses plus 500+ museums, supported by near-100% renewable energy and ongoing network expansions (Zurich, Lausanne, Limmattalbahn, Léman Express). The model shows how reliability, scenery, and sustainability can make rail the default travel choice.
The Away Aluminum Edge Collection reinvents iconic cases
Read the full story at Tech for Travel
By Tom Payne — October 14, 2025
Away’s new Aluminum Edge line pairs an aluminum frame with a textured polycarbonate shell, zipperless latch locks, and reinforced corners across four sizes and four colorways. The Bigger Carry-On stands out with 43L capacity at 4.8 kg, designed to meet most airline cabin rules, while pricing ranges from $425 to $525 with a limited lifetime warranty. It’s a durability and design upgrade aimed at frequent travelers who pack efficiently.
Why we’re already worried about Christmas in Disney World
Read the full story at AllEars
By Lauren Writtenberry — October 14, 2025
Holiday demand means tight hotel availability and rising costs, while Lightning Lane prices increase on Oct. 29 and will likely hit peak levels across parks during Christmas week. Several attractions remain closed (including Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin), and the Grand Floridian’s iconic gingerbread house is off the calendar due to lobby renovations. Practical advice: book lodging now, budget for Lightning Lane, rope drop, plan backups, and stay flexible to keep the magic intact.
