Dolly Parton Hotel & New Airline Routes: This Week in Travel
Happy Halloweekend, travelers!
This week brought a wave of exciting updates in the travel world—from new airline routes to Dolly Parton’s big hotel debut in Nashville. If you missed the latest buzz, here’s your roundup of the week’s top travel news.
Dolly Parton Opens SongTeller Hotel in Nashville
Country legend Dolly Parton has officially opened reservations for her SongTeller Hotel in Nashville, set to welcome guests in Spring 2026.
The hotel features 245 Dolly-inspired rooms, two live performance venues, and an interactive exhibit celebrating her life and music legacy. It’s the latest addition to the Dollywood brand, offering travelers a touch of Southern charm and musical nostalgia.
Delta Expands to the Middle East
Delta Air Lines announced new nonstop flights to the Middle East, continuing its global expansion strategy.
Meanwhile, Frontier Airlines is boosting flights to New Orleans for the Mardi Gras season, and United Airlines plans to add more flights from San Francisco next summer.
Other Airline Highlights
- Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines have merged under one operating certificate, ending use of the Hawaiian callsign.
- American Airlines revealed that its Airbus A321XLR will fly its first international route to Edinburgh.
- Southwest Airlines launched a new co-branded debit card.
- Sun Country Airlines began service to Tulsa, marking another expansion in regional connectivity.
Airport and Traveler Updates
Tulsa International Airport announced that travelers can now access Aira ASL, an app offering on-demand sign language interpretation, starting Nov. 1.
This makes Tulsa one of the few U.S. airports promoting greater accessibility for travelers who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Festive Announcements
- Mariah Carey’s Holiday Bar pop-up is returning to New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas, and debuting in Miami on Nov. 13.
- Dollywood is launching new attractions and events for its 41st season, starting March 13, with season passes available Nov. 1.
- A free kids’ ticket promotion will also run during the holiday season.
- Gaylord Hotels announced that its iconic hand-carved ice installations will return to six locations nationwide this winter.
- Aurora Expeditions unveiled a partnership to combat microplastic ocean pollution, blending adventure travel with environmental stewardship.
From Dolly Parton’s latest venture to airline route shakeups and eco-friendly travel initiatives, the travel world is buzzing with excitement. Whether you’re planning a holiday trip or just daydreaming of new adventures, this week’s travel news had something for everyone.
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