​Atlantis, The Palm is welcoming the Holy Month with the return of Asateer, its iconic Ramadan tent inspired by heritage, tradition and the spirit of togetherness. Here Breaking Travel News takes a tour in partnership with Virtual World Internet  

​SriLankan Airlines is set to increase its weekly service between Colombo and Melbourne to 10 flights, effective from 2 August 2026, with the addition of three more scheduled flights in response to growing demand and evolving market dynamics. The expansion reinforces the airline’s commitment to strengthening its footprint in Australia, recently identified as one of the fastest-growing inbound tourism markets to Sri Lanka, driven by leisure travel and a rising volume of visits by family and friends.  

​Breaking Travel News reporter Mark Hakansson fulfils a lifelong ambition with a journey to see the Northern Lights abord the legendary Kystruten, the daily coastal postal ship that runs the length of Norway. Find out more here  

​Mandarin Oriental has been recognised with three top prizes at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards. The luxury hotelier won titles for:
• World’s Leading Sustainable Energy Efficiency Initiative 2025
• World’s Leading Sustainable Cultural Heritage Project 2025
• World’s Leading Sustainable Policy Initiative 2025  

​Scenic Group has revealed it will launch three new luxury river ships in 2027 and early 2028. One Emerald Star-Ship will join the Emerald Cruises & Tours fleet, while Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours will welcome two ultra-luxury Scenic Space-Ships.

The new vessels will operate across Europe and Asia, with bookings now open