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Air Côte d'Ivoire has rolled out the Kaelis coat hanger to streamline boarding for premium travelers. The three‑wheel system lets cabin crew assign seat numbers directly on the hanger, eliminating the need to collect boarding passes and cutting mix‑ups. Its sleek, luxury‑inspired finish and anti‑slip pads combine durability with style. By speeding the boarding process, the airline frees crew to focus on personalized service and overall passenger experience.
SATS Ltd. and the World Association of Chefs Societies (WORLDCHEFS) have launched a structured Culinary Staff Training Program that aligns SATS' entire inflight catering workforce with the WORLDCHEFS Global Certification framework. The initiative targets more than 700 culinary professionals across...
Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) will celebrate its 25th edition in Hamburg from April 14‑16, 2026, featuring nearly 500 exhibitors, including 74 newcomers. The milestone event adds a pre‑show evening, a dedicated Passenger Experience Conference, and the Crystal Cabin Awards ceremony....
gategroup celebrated its 95‑year anniversary, tracing roots back to Swissair’s 1931 in‑house catering service. The company highlighted its evolution from pure inflight catering into retail, lounge, equipment and packaging solutions. It emphasized a people‑first culture, practical innovation such as smart...
Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles miles automatically expire at 23:59 Turkey time on December 31, three years after they’re earned, creating a quirky range where some balances last nearly four years while others end after exactly three. Unlike many carriers, ordinary account activity does not...
Z Hotels San Francisco has launched the seasonal "In Full Bloom" campaign, turning its three boutique properties—Hotel Zelos, Hotel Zeppelin, and Hotel Zetta—into immersive floral playgrounds in Union Square. The initiative features distinct installations, from cascading peonies to paper flowers, and...
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has appointed Julienne Smith as head of Americas growth, tasking her with expanding the brand portfolio across North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Smith will drive growth for Hyatt’s Luxury, Lifestyle, Classics and Essentials brands while...
Delta Air Lines is phasing out its aging Boeing 717 fleet, which it acquired from Southwest after the AirTran merger. The carrier has selected the Airbus A220 family, primarily the A220‑100 and A220‑300, as the replacement for regional and short‑haul...
Aviation advisory firm Steer appointed Mary‑Frances Alonzo as vice president of airport commercial services. Alonzo previously served as deputy aviation commercial officer at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and held commercial roles at Minneapolis‑Saint Paul and...
Choice Hotels International’s core brands are powering a rapid expansion, driven by strong conversion rates in the midscale segment. The company’s development team, led by SVP Jason Cowan, highlighted a streamlined renovation process that shortens downtime for property owners. Brand...
Hotels are reinventing the traditional turndown ritual by adding hyper‑local storytelling and handcrafted gifts, from cowboy poems at Wyoming’s Rusty Parrot Lodge to Murano glass pieces in Venice. The trend, which gained momentum after the pandemic, sees properties partnering with...
The Simple Flying Podcast’s 284th episode reviews the latest Air Canada crash investigation, United Airlines’ bold move to add couches in economy and invest in three new aircraft types, easyJet’s launch of a Newcastle base with fresh seating, Delta’s continued...
Bridge Marketplace and Kalibri have formed a strategic partnership to embed Kalibri’s AI‑powered hotel market data into Bridge’s investment platform. The collaboration gives hotel owners, lenders, and brands direct access to real‑time performance metrics, RevPAR composition, and demand segmentation within...
Miami International Airport announced a $1 billion expansion of Concourse D60, adding 17 new gates, upgraded passenger amenities, and a modernized baggage system. The project is part of the broader $9 billion M.I.A. Plan and is slated to break ground in 2027...
A YouGov poll reveals that only 40% of American travelers would keep a scheduled flight, while 34% plan to cancel or reschedule trips amid rising airfare and frequent airport disruptions. Stress levels are high, with 63% citing disruptions as a...
Breathless Cancun Soul Resort & Spa has launched an Advisor Preferred Midweek Program, offering a higher 12% commission on group bookings of ten or more rooms for stays of at least two nights between Sunday and Thursday from May through...
During the ongoing TSA federal shutdown, a handful of U.S. airports that rely on private security contractors—namely San Francisco International, Kansas City International, and Sarasota International—have kept average security wait times under ten minutes, with SFO even dipping below one minute...
Hotel operators are piloting membership programs that grant ongoing access to lounges, coworking spaces, wellness facilities and curated social areas, shifting focus from nightly stays to continuous engagement. The model introduces recurring revenue streams and positions hotels as community hubs...
The Connecticut Restaurant Association rebranded as the Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality Association, merging restaurants, bars, caterers, hotels and lodging operators under one umbrella. The new entity now represents roughly 10,000 businesses, about 170,000 employees and generates nearly $21 billion in economic...
The Hoxton Hotel in Dublin’s city centre is pursuing a court injunction against its neighbour, Yamamori Izakaya nightclub, alleging late‑night music disrupts guests. The hotel says the noise forced it to close 31 of its 129 rooms, costing roughly €300,000...
Precise Resort Tenerife reopened in Puerto de la Cruz after a two‑year, €10 million (about $11 million) refurbishment, transforming the 1970s Maritim Hotel into a modern 4‑star destination. The 153‑room property now offers sea‑view balconies, family suites, and a range of new...
Avianca will operate more than 8,300 flights and provide over 1.4 million seats between March 27 and April 6, covering a network of 150+ routes to 80+ destinations in 27 countries across the Americas and Europe. The schedule targets the Holy Week travel...
SSP America announced Brian Kumrow as its new Vice President of Culinary, tasked with shaping the company’s food strategy across a growing network of airport restaurants. Kumrow brings more than 15 years of multi‑unit culinary leadership, most recently overseeing 220...
AYARA Platform, backed by a $1 billion partnership between Patel Family Office and Abdel Hadi A. Al‑Qahtani & Sons, will develop 50 branded business hotels across Saudi Arabia by 2029. The vertically integrated model will deliver 5,000‑7,000 rooms using modular construction and in‑house furnishings. Projects target...
The escalation of the Middle East crisis in February 2026 has led to more than 40,000 flight cancellations or reroutes, forcing airlines onto longer, fuel‑intensive paths. Brent crude has surged past $100 per barrel, pushing fuel costs to 30‑40% of...
Quail Digital and Audivi have announced a global partnership delivering a free Voice AI hardware box for quick‑service restaurants. The solution merges Quail’s high‑clarity audio equipment with Audivi’s real‑time AI ordering software, aiming to cut drive‑thru errors and speed service....
Jacada Travel has launched an Impact Fund that adds a $20 surcharge per guest, directing the money to high‑impact community projects. The first initiative, Female Guides of the Future, funds professional training for four female safari guides in Zimbabwe’s Hwange...
A Grade II* listed former office at 27‑28 Throgmorton Street will be transformed into a 30‑room boutique extended‑stay hotel. The adaptive‑reuse plan, led by architecture firm Purcell, retains historic interiors while adding flexible commercial spaces on lower floors. Fabric repairs,...
Dallas‑based Western Addition Restaurant Group is launching its first restaurant outside Texas with il Bracco in Scottsdale, Arizona on March 30. The 5,000‑square‑foot, ground‑up build sits on a 1.6‑acre corner site and seats 165 guests, including a patio. The concept blends Italian...
Virgin Voyages announced two exclusive Red Hot Sailing Club voyages for 2027, now open for booking. The July itinerary sails from Athens to Santorini, Crete, Kusadasi, and an overnight stay in Mykonos, while the November sailing departs Miami for Costa...
United’s co‑branded United℠ Business Card has launched a limited‑time welcome offer of 100,000 MileagePlus bonus miles and 2,000 Premier Qualifying Points after $5,000 spend within three months. The card carries a $150 annual fee but provides a $125 United travel...
Cathay Pacific Asia Miles will adjust its award chart on May 1 2026, devaluing business‑class awards from U.S. gateways by roughly 3.4‑3.5% and reducing premium‑economy mileage by 10% for short‑haul trips (751‑2,750 mi). The change follows an April 2025 devaluation and a 20% downgrade in...
Sunny Land Tours is offering a $980 per‑person familiarization (FAM) trip to Chile that covers Santiago, Valparaíso, and Viña del Mar, including airport transfers, three nights’ accommodation, guided tours and four meals. The core itinerary showcases the capital’s historic sites...
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has launched a next‑generation Public Key Directory (PKD) that enables real‑time authentication of electronic passports and other digital travel credentials. The upgraded platform, now used by 107 of ICAO’s 193 member states, promises faster,...
Dreamscape Hospitality announced it will manage the Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Sarasota/Riverfront, a 153‑room waterfront hotel in downtown Bradenton. The property offers river views, an outdoor pool, fitness center, The Bistro, and flexible meeting space, and is located near the...
London Stansted expects around 1.5 million passengers between March 28 and April 12, with roughly 760,000 departures and 740,000 arrivals. Over the Easter weekend alone, traffic should top 400,000, making Good Friday the busiest departure day. The airport’s newly enlarged security hall is...
Mainsail Lodging & Development has been chosen to manage 86 net‑zero energy homes at Hunters Point Resort & Marina on Anna Maria Island. The Tampa‑based operator will oversee reservations, guest services, housekeeping and maintenance through its vacation‑rental platform, giving homeowners...
Stonebridge Hotels has appointed Skip Adams as Vice President of Food & Beverage, tasking him with steering the strategic direction and operational performance of F&B programs across its portfolio. Adams brings nearly three decades of leadership in luxury resorts, full‑service...
Kolter Hospitality has completed a multimillion‑dollar renovation of the Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port and Convention Center. All 126 guest rooms were refreshed with new carpet, paint, furnishings and fully renovated bathrooms. Public areas—including the lobby, pool deck and...
Marriott is redefining luxury destination weddings by integrating cultural authenticity, wellness experiences, and flexible event spaces across its global portfolio. The Westin Santa Fe in Mexico City now features three kosher kitchens and a 750‑guest ballroom, while JW Marriott Cancun offers...
Noodles & Company posted a 6.6% same‑store sales increase in Q4 2025, driven by a popular Chili Garlic Ramen limited‑time offer and a 1.4% rise in traffic. The chain closed 33 underperforming locations, boosting restaurant‑level margins to 14.1% from 11.2% a...
Mama Shelter’s Shoreditch hotel, the brand’s first UK location, closed on February 1, 2026 after six years of operation. The 194‑room property, which featured karaoke rooms, a 100‑seat restaurant and a retractable‑roof courtyard, is being converted into a co‑living space...
Hand Picked Hotels announced the appointment of two seasoned general managers: Carl Lynch at Rhinefield House Hotel in the New Forest and Daniel Courtney at Buxted Park Hotel in East Sussex. Both bring over a decade of senior hospitality experience,...
Florida’s House has passed an anti‑DEI bill that could bar cities like Miami and Fort Lauderdale from promoting LGBTQ travel, pending the governor’s signature. The legislation threatens funding for institutions such as the Stonewall National Museum, which relies on DEI‑linked...
Hard Rock International has opened reservations for its new Hard Rock Hotel Malta, slated to open in July 2026. The 397‑room property in St. George’s Bay will feature 25 suites with private heated pools, two executive club floors and a 466 sqm...
Beckons, a new experiential luxury hospitality brand, has launched with nine lodges across Australia, New Zealand, Chile and Canada, merging the Baillie Lodges and Tierra Hotels portfolios. The brand is led by CEO Michael Crawford, whose background includes Four Seasons and...
The Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association partnered with Peel Regional Police to host a Safety & Crime Prevention Symposium for hospitality operators in Mississauga. Speakers addressed emerging threats, including human‑trafficking indicators, a surge in organized auto‑theft, and practical crime‑prevention...
Mercury Holidays has launched a tour‑only pricing model that lets travelers book its Escorted Private Tours while arranging their own flights, including the use of airline reward points. The new option is now live across its entire private‑tour catalogue, featuring...
Exodus Adventure Travels is expanding its Madagascar offerings with two new itineraries that showcase the island’s lesser‑visited north and east regions. Bookings have surged 60% year‑over‑year, reflecting strong traveler appetite for off‑the‑beaten‑path wildlife experiences. The 14‑day Wild Madagascar tour starts...
International Airport Summit has teamed up with Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) to host an invitation‑only Day 0 event on 10 November at ADR’s Innovation Hub in Rome. Senior leaders, including VP Transformation & Technology Emanuele Calà and CEO Marco Troncone, will showcase...
