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Travel Daily Podcast 10/30/2025
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
Brink Traveler Adds New Locations, Hand Tracking Support & More
By Sarah Thwaites — October 29, 2025
Brink Traveler rolled out new virtual destinations in Italy’s Dolomites and Iceland, plus hand tracking, a refreshed UI, and backend upgrades to Unity 6 with OpenXR and Vulkan. The update boosts performance and visuals, adds improved localized audio and enhanced aurora effects, and introduces an accessibility mode. It’s available now on Quest, Steam, and Android XR, making armchair adventuring even more immersive.
Stunning Sardinia week: 4-star hotel with flights, 23kg bags & transfers
By Grace — October 29, 2025
EasyJet Holidays is offering a 7-night early-bird deal for May at the 4-star Myo Hotel Stelle Marine in Cannigione, with flights, 23kg bags, transfers, and breakfast included. The package touts notable savings and an extra discount with code HOLIDAY, with sample prices from major UK cities. A straightforward way to lock in a spring escape at a solid price point.
Argo drives 5.5x increase in connections to GO Station
By GlobeNewswire — October 29, 2025
Argo reports a 5.5x jump in monthly transfers between BWG Transit and GO Transit at Bradford GO Station since launching its Smart Routing system. With real-time GO feeds and PRESTO integrations, the on-demand service is improving first/last-mile access while easing pressure on car parking. It’s a notable proof point for tech-enabled ridership growth on existing transit infrastructure.
BOOX Palma 2 Pro 6.13″ Kaleido 3 color tablet
By Lauren Wadowsky — October 29, 2025
BOOX’s Palma 2 Pro brings a pocketable Kaleido 3 color ePaper display, mobile data/A-GPS, and stylus support for jotting thoughts on the go. An octa-core CPU, 8GB RAM, and 128GB storage keep apps responsive, while the 3950mAh battery targets all-day travel use. A compelling companion for travelers who want comfortable reading, quick notes, and long-life convenience.
Lufthansa rolls out food pre-ordering in all classes with “Culinary Journey”
By Kevincm — October 29, 2025
Lufthansa Group’s new “Culinary Journey” lets passengers on Lufthansa, SWISS, and Austrian pre-order meals across all cabins via app or web, with tailored options per itinerary. Long-haul flyers can choose from expanded menus (up to nine mains), while short-haul pre-orders get a 10% discount. Beyond convenience, the program aims to cut catering waste and weight, supporting sustainability and fuel savings.
India Buy Now Pay Later Business Report 2025: market outlook and growth
By Research and Markets — October 29, 2025
India’s BNPL market is projected to grow 13.4% in 2025 to $21.95B, with continued expansion toward $35.07B by 2030. Growth is fueled by e-commerce, low credit card penetration, and new use cases in healthcare, education, and travel, while RBI oversight pushes sustainable, consumer-friendly models. Providers are targeting tier-2/3 cities and refining partnerships to broaden reach and resilience.
