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Welcome back to Travel Daily. Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories: a mix of new hotel openings, airline operations updates, loyalty deals, and industry growth plays shaping how and where we travel next.
Preferred Hotels & Resorts reveals its new independent hotel openings for 2026
Read the full story • Author: Not specified • Published: December 3, 2025
Preferred Hotels & Resorts will add eight luxury properties in 2026 across London, Malta, Charleston, Granada, Fes, Seville, Mexico City, and Park City, alongside notable refurbishments in Paris, Geneva, and Virginia. The brand says the lineup reflects travelers’ push for authenticity, personalization, and purpose-driven stays, with momentum building in its I Prefer loyalty program. Expect more Legend Collection debuts and a continued focus on meaningful, place-connected design.
Travel Live supera los 1.000 millones de facturación por el empuje de Nautalia
Read the full story • Author: Víctor de Elena • Published: December 3, 2025
Spain’s Travel Live topped €1 billion in revenue in its first full year post-rebrand, driven by Nautalia’s €817 million in sales and €19 million in EBITDA. After selling Wamos Air, the group pivoted to an integrated model spanning travel, entertainment, and events, expanding specialized brands and keeping 230 mostly profitable physical agencies at the core. The strategy bets on experiential travel tied to concerts, sports, and culture as the next growth engine.
IndiGo to restore normal flight ops over next 48 hours after network disruptions hit 200+ flights
Read the full story • Author: Not specified • Published: December 3, 2025
IndiGo says it will take 48 hours to normalize operations after disruptions across two days led to more than 200 delays and cancellations, with on-time performance dipping to 35% at key airports. The airline cites a mix of weather, seasonal schedule changes, tech issues, congestion, and new Flight Duty Time Limitation rules contributing to crew shortages. Affected passengers are being offered rebooking or refunds as the carrier adjusts schedules to recover punctuality.
Το Exodos Travel αλλάζει τον τρόπο που ταξιδεύουμε!
Read the full story • Author: Not specified • Published: December 3, 2025
Greece’s Exodos Travel positions itself as a human-centered, IATA-member agency specializing in corporate, events, ticketing, and curated leisure experiences. With end-to-end planning and real-time support, the firm aims to turn trips into stories—focusing on reliability, customization, and seamless execution. It’s a snapshot of how demand for tailored, full-service travel is rising across business and themed segments.
Hyatt Place Mérida / Vía Montejo celebrates grand opening in Yucatán, Mexico
Read the full story • Author: Not specified • Published: December 3, 2025
Hyatt opened the 142-room Hyatt Place Mérida / Vía Montejo, the second Hyatt-branded property in Yucatán, set within Mérida’s award-winning mixed-use Vía Montejo development. Steps from the U.S. Consulate and connected to Tren Maya and IE-Tram routes, the hotel targets business and leisure guests with 24/7 dining, a pool and fitness center, and flexible meeting space. The debut underscores Mérida’s growth as a connected, lifestyle-forward hub in southeastern Mexico.
IHG double points at select new hotels in China through February 28, 2026
Read the full story • Author: John Ollila • Published: December 3, 2025
IHG One Rewards members with Greater China addresses can earn double points on Member Exclusive rates at a roster of newly opened hotels across brands including InterContinental, Kimpton, Hotel Indigo, Crowne Plaza, EVEN, HUALUXE, voco, and more. The promo runs December 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026 and can stack with other IHG offers, though prepaid Member Exclusive variants are excluded. For travelers planning China trips, it’s a timely way to boost earnings at fresh openings.
That’s a wrap for today’s episode. From fresh hotel flags and loyalty boosts to operational realities and the rise of full-service, experience-led travel, the throughline is clear: the industry is doubling down on connection, convenience, and meaningful experiences. We’ll keep tracking what’s opening, what’s changing, and where the best value is for your next trip.
