Donald Trump’s tenure as President of the United States was never going to be free from controversy. Following his command to prohibit citizens from seven majority-Muslim nations from visiting the United States, condemnation was swift – finding protests breaking out across the country. In the time the ban was in place, up to “60,000 foreigners…had their visas cancelled because of the executive order” according to the State Department.

With a new fleet of trains rolling, The Netherlands being added to the network, and new passengers being wooed online, it is all change at Eurostar. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole talks with chief executive Nicolas Petrovic to find out more.

Each year Matka Nordic Travel Fair presents approximately 1,000 exhibitors, representing 80 countries, to 70,000 visitors. They gather in Finland´s largest and most versatile congress centre, Messukeskus, to shape the future of Nordic travel. Here Eleanor Hawkins visits for Breaking Travel News to find out more.

Having first opened its doors during 1927, the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane was a well-known haunt of the Bright Young Things of 1920s Mayfair, serving cocktails to many renowned celebrities and VIPs throughout its history. Now, partnering with drinks historian Rebecca Dale, the property has launched a new series of drinks as it seeks to revive its former glories. Chris O’Toole ducks in for Breaking Travel News to see what is on offer.

Shambala Private Game Reserve is built in traditional Zulu style with streams from the nearby river running through the camp. The remarkable setting of the camp reflects the guests stay of luxurious comfort and internal reflection. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole takes a break in paradise.

In the northern emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, just one hour away from Dubai, the Banyan Tree Al Wadi Resort closed its doors in December 2016. The following day this desert resort re-opened under the management of The Ritz-Carlton Company, with 50 associates from sister properties across the region, reports Phil Blizzard.