TUI Travel News
Signing of TUI Blue Medini Johor in one of Malaysia’s vibrant urban destinations
An emerging holiday destination continues to grow: TUI Group has signed a management agreement for its second TUI Blue hotel in Malaysia. TUI Blue Medini Johor is scheduled to open its doors in August 2026, further strengthening TUI’s presence in Southeast Asia. This new project follows the launch of TUI Blue Haven Ipoh, which opened in September 2024 as the first TUI branded hotel in Malaysia. The second hotel is located in Medini, a central business district in the Iskandar Puteri area of Johor Bahru. It is close to Legoland Malaysia, a renowned international attraction, as well as other family-friendly activities. The area combines leisure and business opportunities and boasts excellent connections to Singapore, with its multiple travel options. TUI Blue Medini Johor offers 214 stylish designed rooms, a pool area, a gym, a restaurant, meeting rooms and a co-working space.
Marella Cruises introduces two new chocolate and cheese afternoon tea concepts
Marella Cruises, TUI UK&I’s ocean cruise line, is expanding its afternoon tea offering with two unique additions: The Chocolate Bar - Afternoon Tea and The Cheese Table - Afternoon Tea. These new dining options will alternate every two weeks and will be available within the all-inclusive offering across the fleet of ships from August 2025. The Chocolate Bar – Afternoon Tea is a chocolate-themed experience with every item infused with varying gradients of white, milk and dark chocolates. Highlights include a flowing chocolate fountain, chocolate scones, patisseries, mini cakes, and a Baker’s Box featuring chocolate twists, chocolate strudel, and loaded chocolate chip cookies.