GDTN - The Gran Hotel Taoro in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, has reopened after a five-decade hiatus. Originally inaugurated in 1890 as Spain’s first grand luxury hotel, the building operated solely as a casino from1975, which closed in 2006, leaving the property vacant until now.
05.03.2026 01:15 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Cont: Plans to refurbish the resort was well underway before it was struck by Hurricane Melissa in 2025, causing damage to the propery and closing it. Guestrooms, restaurants and other public areas have been renovated as part of the refurbishment.
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GDTN - Following an extensive refurbishment, Bahia Principe Hotels will reopen its Bahia Principe Luxury Runaway on April 1, 2026, while its sister hotel at the same resort - Bahia Principe Grand Runaway will reopen on 1 December...
05.03.2026 00:41 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
GDTN - Airlines are being accused of greed as flight prices sky rocket on routes from Asia and Australia to Europe and vice versa. Airlines in return are stating that they are using 'dynamic pricing' as the demand is so high as travellers are eager to fly home at these unpresidented times.
04.03.2026 22:51 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Amazing pictures and beautiful colours 😊
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GDTN - A luxury train derailed near Keetmanshoop, Namibia earlier today. The Rovos Rail train, carrying tourists and staff members, was en route to South Africa when it derailed approximately 50km southeast of Keetmanshoop with some injured and at least two dead.
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GDTN - Fairmont The Palm hotel in Dubai remains open to guests following the strike earlier today. A message on the hotel website explains the situation at present.
28.02.2026 22:54 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
GDTN BREAKING NEWS - The Burj Al Arab Hotel, the world's only 7 Star hotel in Dubai is on fire after being hit by an Iranian strike.
28.02.2026 22:14 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
GDTN BREAKING NEWS - The Burj Al Arab Hotel, the world's only 7 Star hotel in Dubai is on fire after being hit by an Iranian strike.
28.02.2026 22:14 — 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
GDTN BREAKING NEWS - Dubai International Airport's Terminal 3 has been hit by an Iranian strike - People are being evacuated from the airport, which had been closed earlier to flights.
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GDTN TRAVEL ALERT - The UK and other countries are advising nationals currently in numerous Middle Eastern countries to take immediate shelter and follow local authorities’ instructions.
28.02.2026 16:15 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
GDTN TRAVEL ALERT - More airlines have cancelled flights to the Middle East. Missile attacks all across the Middle East region has resulted in airlines avoiding the area. Some flights were returned or diverted since early this morning when missiles started to fly.
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GDTN BREAKING NEWS - Dubai hotel in flames after being hit by debris from Iranian missile. The Palm Jumeirah is in flames. Plumes of smoke can be seen rising from the tourist area in the United Arab Emirates as Iran attacks US air bases across the Middle East.
28.02.2026 15:57 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
GDTN - ROW NYC Hotel, located at the corner of 45th Street and Eighth Avenue in New York City, will reopen on 1 May, 2026, after a multi-year closure and full renovation. The 1,300-room hotel will feature redesigned guest rooms, updated public spaces, a new all-day café and bar.
27.02.2026 23:00 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Rail Strike - will affect some rail services on 27 and 28 February
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GD TRAVEL ALERT - Italy faces widespread transport disruption on 26–28 February due to coordinated strike action across aviation and rail.
Aviation Strike – 26 February will affect services from ITA Airways, EasyJet and Vueling - some disruption may continue on 27 February...
GDTN - Spirit Airlines has reached an agreement with creditors to emerge from its second bankruptcy later this spring or early summer, avoiding liquidation but re-emerging as a significantly smaller airline.
25.02.2026 23:10 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
GDTN - Croatia Airlines has introduced new cabin crew uniforms as part of a full brand refresh under a new campaign slogan “In Your Direction.” The transformation programme includes fleet modernisation, a refreshed visual identity and a renewed focus on the passenger experience.
21.02.2026 20:18 — 👍 3 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0CONT: Passengers and crew from both aircraft were escorted safely to the terminal. One aircraft was preparing at gate D54 for departure to Athens as flight KL1953, while the other had just arrived from Birmingham as flight KL1040 and was taxiing to its gate. An investigation is underway.
21.02.2026 20:02 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
GDTN - Two aircraft operated by KLM collided on the tarmac at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol earlier today, with no injuries reported. The incident involved two Boeing 737 aircraft. One plane was stationary while the other was taxiing at the time of the collision...
21.02.2026 20:02 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
GDTN - Air Astana has finalised an order for up to 15 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. The new aircraft will support fleet modernisation and long-haul network expansion. In addition to the purchase, three further 787-9s will be delivered through leasing arrangements.
20.02.2026 23:28 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
GDTN - The five-star Hyatt Regency Rome Central hotel is scheduled to open on 28 April 2026, marking the brand’s debut in Italy. The 238-room hotel spread across six floors, include 20 suites with several featuring private balconies. The Regency Suites offer alfresco dining.
20.02.2026 22:50 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
GDTN - COMO Cordeillan-Bages will debut in Bordeaux on 1 May 2026, marking COMO’s third property in France. The 28-room hotel is housed in a 19th-century chalet with 17th-century turrets. It was converted to a hotel in 1989 by the Cazes family.
20.02.2026 22:03 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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CONT: In New York, The Webster Times Square takes its name from the historic Webster Hotel, where Nobel Prize–winning author Gabriel García Márquez stayed with his family in 1961.
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GDTN - New Lifestyle hotel brand The Webster will open its first property near Covent Garden, London this summer followed by a hotel in Times Square, New York in winter 2026. In London, The Webster Covent Garden will open on Lincoln’s Inn Fields...
20.02.2026 21:23 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
When the forecast said it will be 33c but in reality it’s up to 42c!!
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GD TRAVEL AFRICA 26 - VALENTINE’S DAY - just been given a chocolate heart at the hotel pool by the receptionist here at my hotel - Protea Fire & Ice Hotel in Cape Town - they’re putting them in the rooms too - she said that they’re sharing the love this Valentine’s Day! ❤️🇿🇦
14.02.2026 13:57 — 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0GD TRAVEL AFRICA - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe & Zambia - make sure if visiting that you bring a poncho or a rain coat and/or an umbrella! Or just a swimming costume! 🤣 maybe not the swimming costume! 🤣
13.02.2026 05:13 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0GD TRAVEL AFRICA - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe & Zambia - make sure if visiting that you bring a poncho or a rain coat and/or an umbrella! Or just a swimming costume! 🤣 maybe not the swimming costume! 🤣
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