Dusit Hotels & Resorts Joins GSTC in Support of Sustainable Hospitality Worldwide
Dusit Hotels & Resorts has become a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), reinforcing its commitment to responsible tourism. The Thai‑based hospitality group operates 290 hotels, resorts and villas across 18 countries, encompassing more than 11,800 rooms. Its Tree of Life program embeds sustainability into operations, from solar power installations and water‑reuse systems to plastic reduction and food‑waste management. Dusit also backs broader responsible‑tourism standards, including child‑protection codes and wildlife‑trade declarations, while supporting community health through Operation Smile Thailand.
Marriott Named a 2026 Where You Work Matters Platinum Employer
Marriott International has been named a 2026 Platinum Employer on the Where You Work Matters list, the highest distinction for U.S. employers. The hotel chain is the only hospitality company to achieve overall platinum status, reflecting strong career advancement and...
Liora Estate Opens in Healdsburg, CA Following Rebranding of 27 North
Liora Estate has reopened in Healdsburg, California, after rebranding the former 27 North property. The boutique hotel offers 16 rooms with European‑inspired design and a new coastal bistro called Maréla. Guests can enjoy daily rituals such as a welcome aperitif, Sonoma...
Restaurants Brace for the Impact of High Gas Prices
Restaurant executives warned that surging gasoline prices could erode consumer spending, with the National Restaurant Association estimating an additional $125 billion in fuel costs for Americans this year. While the industry’s $1.6 trillion sales base remains robust, chains like KFC and Panda...
The Caribbean Price Drop Window: When Flights And Resorts Get Cheaper
Caribbean tourism grew 2.5% in early 2025, pushing the region ahead of the U.S. East Coast as the top beach destination. While peak season runs December‑April, the cheapest travel window falls during the hurricane season—September through early November—when flight and...
Survey: Most Americans Want Daily Alone Time on Group Vacations
A Talker Research survey of 2,000 Americans commissioned by Club Wyndham finds 73% consider themselves perfect vacation roommates, yet they crave about two hours of daily alone time. Nearly half (49%) say shared spaces increase the likelihood of arguments, and...
Lounge Review: Avianca’s New Diamond Lounge, Bogota
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Travel Expo Slated in Davao City
The World Travel Expo 2026 will take place in Davao City from May 15‑17, featuring 25 exhibitors from Visayas and Mindanao to showcase domestic destinations. Organizers argue that face‑to‑face events still drive exclusive deals despite the rise of online booking...
Bradley Expands Elvari Washroom Accessories Collection
Bradley Company has broadened its Elvari Washroom Accessories line with four new models—a recessed combination unit, a recessed paper towel dispenser, a jumbo roll toilet paper dispenser, and a free‑standing waste receptacle. Each product retains Elvari’s pill‑shaped silhouette, premium stainless‑steel...
Conrad Athens The Ilisian Opens Following Redevelopment of Former Hilton
Conrad Athens The Ilisian opened on April 23 2026 in the Ilisia district, replacing the historic Hilton Athens. The 278‑room luxury hotel features three Presidential Suites, a Royal Suite and the upcoming Omega Penthouse, creating Athens’ largest suite collection. It anchors The...
Downloadable Guide: 7 Automated Campaigns Every Hotel Should Already Be Running
Cendyn released a downloadable guide outlining seven automated marketing campaigns hotels should run. The guide targets pre‑stay upsells, win‑back offers, and other touchpoints to boost engagement and revenue. Cendyn, a cloud‑based hospitality tech firm with over 32,000 customers and $20 billion...
Where to Eat, Stay, and Play Around the Kentucky Derby
Robb Report’s guide outlines where affluent visitors can stay, dine, and indulge in exclusive experiences during the Kentucky Derby in Louisville. It highlights three luxury hotels—Hotel Bourré Bonne, 21C Museum Hotel, and the historic Seelbach Hilton—each offering bespoke amenities and...
Meet the AI Startup That Gives Hotel Operators an Expert Data Team on Demand - By Ivana Johnston
Ladera.ai, founded in 2023 and based in Redwood City, offers an AI‑driven platform that unifies hotel PMS, CRM, and marketing data and lets commercial teams ask plain‑English questions. The system acts as a virtual analyst, strategist and data scientist, delivering...
Dubai’s Leading Sustainability Voices Joined BE WTR for an Informative World Earth Day Roundtable
On World Earth Day, BE WTR hosted a sustainability roundtable at Dubai’s W Hotel Mina Seyahi, bringing together leading voices from hospitality, media and local NGOs. The discussion highlighted how UAE luxury brands are embedding ESG practices such as local sourcing, waste...
Lounges Matter
Aspire Executive Lounges predicts the global airport lounge market will climb from $4.9 billion in 2025 to nearly $6.3 billion by 2027, driven primarily by upscale leisure travelers willing to pay for premium experiences. Airlines are increasingly outsourcing lounge management to specialist...
My Place to Expand Colorado Footprint with Westminster Hotel
My Place Hotels of America signed a franchise agreement with Indus Empire Investment to develop a 71‑key, four‑story My Place 3.0 hotel in Westminster, Colorado, slated for opening in late 2027. The property will be managed by Legacy Management and...
WTTC Convenes Travel & Tourism Leaders in Global Event in Egypt to Accelerate Sector’s Recovery
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) convened a three‑day leadership cruise aboard the Crystal Serenity as it transited the Suez Canal in early May. Hosted by the Egyptian government and sponsored by the Antonio Lefebvre Foundation, Coral Group and...
Davidson Selected to Manage Homestead Midway Utah
Davidson Hospitality Group has taken over management of the Homestead Midway Utah resort, adding the 190‑acre property—featuring 123 rooms and 85 residences under development—to its growing portfolio. The luxury resort is entering a multi‑year transformation that will introduce new amenities...
Aman to Open First Ranch Retreat in Texas
Aman announced Amansanu, its first ranch‑inspired retreat in Texas Hill Country, marking the luxury group’s sixth U.S. property. The resort will feature standalone pavilions, a limited collection of Aman‑branded residences on ten‑acre lots, and a full suite of amenities including...
Centennial Yards Bags Iconic Hotel Brand for Downtown Mega-Build
Centennial Yards, the $5 billion downtown Atlanta redevelopment, announced that Virgin Hotels will anchor its 8‑acre Entertainment District with a 261‑room, 14‑story property. The hotel, topped out earlier this year, is slated to open in 2027, missing the 2026 FIFA World...
Schiphol to Reduce Airline Charges because of Middle East Conflict
Amsterdam Schiphol will apply a temporary 10% discount on airport charges for daytime flights from April 27 2026 to March 31 2027 to offset airlines' soaring fuel costs caused by the Middle East conflict. The measure aims to keep essential connections and support the...
Salboy Launches Aparthotel Brand with First Site in Cornwall
Salboy Group, a major UK property developer, has launched a boutique aparthotel brand called Hidden, debuting with an 18‑unit property in St Ives, Cornwall. The development features 16 two‑bedroom apartments with private terraces and more than half equipped with outdoor...
Tourism Nanaimo Launches Updated Toolkit
Tourism Nanaimo unveiled an updated Meetings and Events Toolkit that aggregates venue options, accommodation inventory, delegate perks and local planning support in a single planner‑facing resource. The guide spotlights the Vancouver Island Conference Centre, which can host up to 1,300...
Aeropuertos Mexicanos and Amadeus Strengthen Relationship to Implement the ACUS System at Saltillo International Airport
Aeropuertos Mexicanos (AME) and Amadeus reaffirmed their partnership at Routes Americas 2026 to deploy Amadeus' Airport Cloud Use Service (ACUS) at Saltillo International Airport (SLW). The ACUS platform, already active at AME’s Puerto Escondido and Tepic‑Riviera Nayarit airports, streamlines check‑in,...
Circa Brings Back All-In Package for Summer 2026
Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas is reintroducing its All‑In Package for the 2026 summer season. Priced at $400, the midweek bundle includes a two‑night stay in a single‑king room, a $100 dining credit, a $100 beverage credit,...
VICT Sets Sights on International Cruise Market, Plans to Double Traffic
Visakhapatnam International Cruise Terminal (VICT) is shifting from a domestic hub to an international gateway, targeting to double its passenger volume from roughly 10,000 to 20,000 this fiscal year. The modern facility can accommodate up to 2,000 passengers per call...
This Famously Posh Restaurant Company Is Opening Its First Ever London Hotel – the Five-Star Establishment Will Take over an...
London’s iconic Wolseley restaurant group is converting a former NatWest bank on Piccadilly into its first hotel, the WestDill Mayfair Hotel. The six‑storey, Grade II listed building will feature 50 luxury rooms, a new restaurant and bar, and is slated to...
This New Wellness Property Is One of the Hottest New Hotels of the Year
Six Senses has opened its 27th resort, Six Senses London, marking the brand’s first property in the United Kingdom and its debut in a major urban market. Housed in the historic Whitely Building, the hotel offers 109 rooms, a lobby...
United Airlines Admits Higher Fares Are Here To Stay, Even If Oil Prices Drop
United Airlines disclosed that it implemented five fare hikes in late Q1 2026, pushing average yields from 4% year‑over‑year in January‑February to 18% by late March. The carrier now expects to recoup 40‑50% of rising jet‑fuel costs through higher ticket...
The Datai Langkawi Launches New Catamaran Expeditions Across the Andaman Sea and Beyond
The Datai Langkawi, a luxury rainforest resort, has launched a fleet of catamaran expeditions aboard its 54‑foot Gadis Pulao, offering half‑day, full‑day and overnight charters across the Andaman Sea. Guests can explore hidden coves, Koh Tarutao National Park, the Machinchang coastline, and...
Dordogne’s 'Petit Versailles' Tipped for Summer 2026 Stays
Château des Vigiers, a 16th‑century estate in France’s Dordogne, is being positioned as a premier luxury countryside retreat for summer 2026. The 150‑hectare property blends historic charm with modern amenities, offering 65 rooms, three nine‑hole golf courses, a spa, and...
Changi Airport Is Singapore’s Strongest Brand – New Report
Changi Airport has been crowned Singapore’s strongest brand in the 2026 Singapore 100 report by Brand Finance. Its brand value jumped 16% to US$889 million, earning a AAA+ rating and a 91.2‑point Brand Strength Index. The report shows Singapore’s top 100 brands...
Coca-Cola India Goes Big at Bengaluru Kempegowda
Coca‑Cola India launched the “Pulse” experience at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport, letting travelers who use the airport’s Pulse app redeem a free chilled Coke at a dedicated Coke Zone. The zone features a bold can‑shaped installation that serves as a...
In the English Countryside, a Regency-Era Parsonage With a Walled Garden
The Newt’s owners in Somerset have completed the restoration of Yarlington Lodge, a Regency‑era parsonage turned luxury vacation rental that opens June 1 with rates from $14,250 a night and capacity for 32 guests. In New York, chef Hasung Lee and farmer...
MGallery Collection and Chef Pam Reimagine the Art of Bar
MGallery Collection has teamed up with Michelin‑starred chef Pam Soontornyanakij to launch a global bar‑food collaboration across 16 boutique hotels. The program pairs bespoke cocktails with Chef Pam’s signature bite creations, such as beef tartare with caviar and golden crab...
Virgin Voyages Introduces Rovey – Its First AI Crew Assistant
Virgin Voyages unveiled Rovey, its first AI crew assistant, at Google Cloud Next in Las Vegas. The tool, built on Google Cloud as the inaugural deliverable of the long‑term Project Ruby, acts as a travel‑planning assistant for the brand’s First...
Aeroporti Di Roma Deploys Outsight’s Physical AI Solution at Scale Across Fiumicino Airport
Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) is scaling its partnership with Outsight by deploying the provider’s Physical AI and 3D LiDAR solution across all Schengen common‑use areas at Rome Fiumicino Airport. The technology delivers real‑time spatial intelligence on passenger flows, queue formation...
New TPE Timetable to Include All Night Services to Manchester Airport
TransPennine Express (TPE) is launching a new timetable that adds eight hourly all‑night services between Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Airport, providing 24‑hour rail connectivity. The schedule also introduces a Dewsbury stop on the 08:05 Leeds‑Manchester service to aid students and...
Congo Start-Up Brazza Airlines Wet Leases E145, E190
Brazza Airlines, a Congolese subsidiary of French carrier Thalair, has begun operations between Brazzaville and Pointe Noire using two Embraer jets wet‑leased from Regourd Aviation. The 13.6‑year‑old E190, configured with 98 seats across three classes, arrived on 18 April, while the 17.7‑year‑old...
Marina Bay Sands Expands Scholarship Programme to Support Hospitality Talent
Marina Bay Sands and its parent, Las Vegas Sands, are investing more than S$2 million (about US$1.5 million) in a new Sands Hospitality Scholarship programme that runs from 2026 to 2029. The initiative will support over 160 Singaporean students studying hospitality or...
Aviation 2026: Thriving in a System Built on Uncertainty
At the CAPA Airline Leader Summit in Berlin, Rich Maslen warned that aviation has shifted from a temporary disruption to a permanently volatile operating model. He highlighted systemic risks such as geopolitical tensions, airspace closures, soaring fuel prices, and labour...
Garrya Mù Cang Chải Launches Highland Retreat and Helicopter Access
Garrya Mù Cang Chải has launched a high‑land retreat in northern Vietnam that blends landscape, Hmong culture and well‑being experiences. The property highlights the water‑pouring season when terraced rice fields flood, offering guests vivid scenery before harvest. To simplify access,...
InterContinental Danang Expands Nature-Led Guest Experiences
InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort has rolled out four new nature‑led experiences that showcase the biodiversity of Vietnam’s Son Tra Peninsula. The offerings include a free Ecowalk for guests, a fee‑based Jungle Hike to an 800‑year‑old banyan tree, a half‑day...
Ascott Powers up South-East Asian Expansion, Vietnam Deemed Exciting for Development
Ascott accelerated its South‑East Asian rollout, signing more than 7,300 units in 2025—a 55% jump from 2024 and the region’s strongest performance to date. The growth spans secondary cities, resorts, residential and industrial sites, adding over 25 new properties slated...
The Best New Affordable Luxury Hotels: 2026 Hot List
The 2026 Hot List spotlights a new wave of affordable luxury hotels, each charging under $300 per night. Properties range from Spain’s Cristine Bedfor Sevilla, a restored art‑house with color‑coded rooms, to Mumbai’s Fairmont offering high‑tech wellness. Many venues emphasize...
The Best New Hotels Europe and the UK: 2026 Hot List
Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Hot List spotlights the continent’s most notable new hotels, including the newly opened Mandarin Oriental in Vienna, the Fairmont Golden Prague renovation, 1 Hotel’s eco‑centric Copenhagen outpost, and Experimental Marais in Paris. Each property blends heritage architecture with modern design,...
The Best New Hotels in Mexico and the Caribbean: 2026 Hot List
Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Hot List spotlights four standout openings across Mexico and the Caribbean. Park Hyatt Cabo del Sol marks Hyatt’s first Mexican property, featuring minimalist design and ocean‑front pools. Rosewood Mandarina blends jungle‑coast scenery with family‑friendly suites and a...
The Best New Wellness Hotels: 2026 Hot List
Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Hot List spotlights the world’s most innovative wellness‑focused hotels, from a Maldives resort that merges beach villas with private infinity pools to a Kenyan safari lodge offering all‑inclusive spa amenities. European entries such as Milan’s Carlton and...
The Best New Hotels in Latin America: 2026 Hot List
Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Hot List spotlights three standout new Latin American hotels, each blending luxury with deep local roots. Inkaterra Cabo Blanco revives a historic Peruvian fishing club on a pristine beach, offering surf, infinity pools and eco‑focused design...
The Best New Hotels Australia and Asia: 2026 Hot List
Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Hot List highlights four newly opened luxury hotels across Australia and Asia, each emphasizing local heritage, design, and wellness. Aman Nai Lert Bangkok revives a historic Thai teak retreat with an infinity pool and bespoke spa rituals, while Capella...