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The Ritz‑Carlton Yacht Collection has teamed with Colombian fashion house Johanna Ortiz for a first‑of‑its‑kind onboard takeover on the yacht Ilma, debuting February 17. The partnership dresses the Pool Deck and Observation Terrace with Ortiz’s signature tropical prints, creating two distinct atmospheres – the lively La Rumba on Deck 10 and the tranquil La Siesta on Deck 9. The collaboration runs through Ilma’s Winter 2026 Caribbean itinerary and continues into the Summer 2026 Mediterranean season, extending to curated cocktails and an onboard boutique of Ortiz ready‑to‑wear. The initiative blends luxury travel with fashion storytelling, offering guests an immersive, sensory experience at sea.
Travel writers surveyed their favorite early‑spring getaways across southern Europe, highlighting destinations from Annecy’s Alpine greenways to Naples’ vibrant streets, Corsica’s wildflower‑laden hills, and Avignon’s golden evenings. Each spot is praised for mild weather, reduced crowds and easy rail or...
Delta Air Lines operates the largest U.S. fleet of Boeing 757s—about 110 aircraft—as of late 2025, but the airline has deliberately avoided a single cabin layout. This results in noticeable differences in seat comfort across the 757‑200 and the more uniform 757‑300,...
Smiling Albino, founded in 1999, has evolved from motor‑scooter tours in remote Thai regions to curating ultra‑luxury experiences for billionaires. The company redefines luxury as authentic, community‑based encounters rather than five‑star hotels, emphasizing sustainable partnerships and fair compensation for local...
Thai hotel operators project foreign tourist arrivals for 2026 to remain flat, driven by stagnant short‑haul demand despite modest growth in long‑haul markets. Occupancy held at 77 % in January, with the south outperforming at 84 % while the north fell to...
Indonesia’s Ministry of Forestry has imposed a daily visitor cap of 1,000 for Komodo National Park, citing the need to safeguard its terrestrial and marine ecosystems. The quota, trial‑run from March 2026, follows a series of weather‑related sailing suspensions and...
South Korea’s Sono Hotels & Resorts Asia has signed its first Japanese project, the Sono Moon Nagoya, a mid‑scale lifestyle hotel located eight minutes from Nagoya Station. The property will be owned by Escon Japan REIT Investment Corporation and leased...
Korean Air has revived its American Express cashback promotion, offering £100 back on £750 spend for UK bookings made by 29 March. IHG announced its 21st brand, the Noted Collection, targeting upscale independent hotels with a goal of 150 properties in...
Southwest Airlines remains optimistic that Boeing will deliver the 737 MAX 7 in early 2027 after a series of delays spanning seven years. The carrier, which holds 90% of the MAX 7 order book and 269 firm orders, has accelerated MAX 8 deliveries to...
Hilton has introduced a guaranteed connecting‑room option across its portfolio, allowing guests to book adjacent rooms directly on hilton.com. Travelers must select “two rooms,” book at least three days in advance, and the system filters out non‑connectable types. While cash...
gategroup is the focus of a new documentary streaming on CNBC.com, part of the network’s Global Sustainability & Transformation Initiative. The film, produced by Acumen Media, tours the Zurich headquarters and the San Francisco production hub, illustrating how the company delivers...
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) became the first airport globally to receive Universal Design Certification from the University at Buffalo’s IDEA Center. The award recognizes PIT’s superior performance in wayfinding, lighting, mobility access, and sensory inclusion, and highlights its newly reimagined...
Turkey’s aviation sector posted one of Europe’s strongest growth stories in 2025, driven by a surge in passenger demand and a resilient operational model. Istanbul Airport solidified its rank among Europe’s top hubs, handling record traffic while introducing triple independent...
At the Singapore Airshow, Embraer and ATR highlighted the Asia‑Pacific region as the next growth frontier for regional aircraft. While turboprops already hold a solid share, regional jets remain under‑represented, with narrow‑ and wide‑bodies making up more than 90% of...
The World of Hyatt Credit Card’s sign‑up bonus, offering up to five free nights, expires at 7 a.m. ET on February 26, 2026, making this the final window to claim the reward. The Business version continues to provide a 60,000‑point bonus after $5,000...
At the Airline Catering Association’s second annual Leadership Symposium in Toulouse, Managing Director Fabio Gamba announced his resignation after eight years of building the organization from the ground up. Gamba highlighted ACA’s growth to 22 member companies and its increasing...
SSCP Management, operator of 48 Applebee’s restaurants across Texas, is staging a week‑long countdown to National Margarita Day with daily drink specials priced from $5 down to $1. The promotion culminates on Sunday, Feb 22, with the one‑day return of the...
LaGuardia Airport’s Terminal B unveiled a new 12,500‑square‑foot Capital One Landing lounge, developed with José Andrés Group. The lounge showcases floor‑to‑ceiling windows, a 30‑foot hand‑painted mural by Amrita Marino, and a Spanish‑inspired menu featuring tapas, wines, local beers, and premium coffee....
Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) hosted its 69th Adrian Awards on February 18 in New York, honoring the year’s most innovative travel and hospitality campaigns. The ceremony introduced a refreshed structure with 30 categories split across Paid, Earned,...
Noodles & Company completed an 8‑for‑1 reverse stock split on Feb. 19, 2026, moving its share price from $0.50 to roughly $4.00 to satisfy Nasdaq’s $1 minimum listing requirement. The split was approved by more than 96% of shareholders at a...
Ekiti State has approved a ten‑year Tourism Development Master Plan (2025‑2035) aimed at positioning the region as a heritage and nature‑based destination within Nigeria and West Africa. The plan focuses on eco‑tourism, cultural tourism, adventure travel and business tourism while...
U.S. airports saw a record 906 million passengers in 2025, but year‑over‑year growth fell below 1 percent, a sharp deceleration from the 5.3 percent rise in 2024. The slowdown reflects lingering economic uncertainty that delayed leisure bookings in the first half...
The global LGBTQ travel market, now worth hundreds of billions and projected to exceed $500 billion by 2032, is rapidly rebalancing away from the United States. New data from the Spartacus Gay Travel Index shows the U.S. slipping to 48th place,...
Denny’s introduced a $14.99 Spring Break Pass, a limited‑edition crossbody bag with a unique QR code that grants a free Everyday Value Slam breakfast each day from March 2 to April 14, 2026—over $300 in meals for a single purchase. The pass launches...
Sencie, a restorative design and sleep‑health firm, has launched its WellSense framework to embed curated sensory experiences into luxury hotel rooms. Its debut offering, the Sleep Ritual Tray, combines scent, touch, light and sound to guide guests toward deeper rest....
New York Court of Appeals cleared the TRYP Hotel of negligence in the 2017 balcony suicide of Dr. Noah Beadell. The majority held the hotel had no control over the guest and that the family’s expectation of an immediate 911...
Hilton closed 2025 with a record 300 hotels operating across 35 Caribbean and Latin American countries, adding more than 30 openings during the year. The chain built a pipeline of over 150 new properties, representing more than 21,000 rooms and...
Destination Vancouver is offering two exclusive Familiarisation (FAM) trips for U.S. and Mexican travel advisors to experience the 2026 FIFA World Cup live in Vancouver. Advisors must complete the Vancouver Specialist Program by Feb 28, 2026, and submit applications by March 15...
U.S. travel‑agency air ticket sales reached over $10 billion in January 2026, a first since ARC began tracking. The figure represents a 7 % year‑over‑year increase and a 39 % month‑over‑month surge. Passenger trips rose to 28.2 million, with domestic travel up 4 % and...
St. Kitts recorded 168,838 tourist arrivals in 2025, a 6% increase from the previous year, with UK arrivals up 10%. The growth was driven by coordinated public‑private marketing campaigns such as Adventure, Summer Unscripted and Do Not Disturb, and amplified...
Denver’s Department of Public Health and Environment has relaunched its Restaurant Food Waste Challenge, a free 12‑week program that provides on‑site audits, technical assistance, and customized action plans to help restaurants cut waste and boost profits. Program coordinator Lesly Baesens...
The Travel Technology Association’s third Quarterly Start‑Up & Investor Connect webinar highlighted a clear industry shift toward AI‑driven operational infrastructure. Four early‑stage founders—Chirrup, HousMthr, Lake.com and Vibe Adventures—presented solutions targeting payments, communications, and supply‑chain efficiency rather than incremental consumer features....
Costa Rica is evolving from a tourism destination known for low‑density eco‑luxury to a diversified investment hub that blends eco‑lodges, ultra‑luxury resorts, and branded all‑inclusive properties. Long‑standing sustainability policies and political stability have become qualifying criteria for global luxury brands...
Staybridge Suites Columbus‑Airport, an 87‑suite all‑suite hotel built in 2001, has been placed on the market by CBRE Hotels. The property sits on 2.15 acres just a mile from John Glenn International Airport and offers studio, one‑ and two‑bedroom suites with...
Adventure Time Bar opened in Denver’s Baker neighborhood, offering a permanent venue with rotating immersive themes. Its debut, Neon City, features cyber‑punk décor, sound‑reactive lighting, and a cocktail menu built on molecular techniques. Patrons purchase tickets for timed seatings that...
Los Cabos closed 2025 with nearly 3.8 million visitors, marking a 130 % rise over the past decade. Average Daily Rate climbed to $440 USD, the highest in Mexico, while RevPAR grew to $306. Hotel inventory expanded from 15,000 to over 22,000...
Visitors to Florida’s Kennedy Space Center in February and March 2026 can see NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket on Launch Complex 39B, the vehicle slated for Artemis II. Artemis II will be the first crewed flight of the SLS and Orion,...
Cendyn was honored with three Adrian Awards at the 69th HSMAI ceremony, winning a silver for its multi‑channel campaign with The Watergate Hotel and bronze awards for a paid‑media campaign for Royalton Resorts and a website redesign for The Maven....
In Queenstown, New Zealand, Watershed launched a floating sauna that blends traditional Finnish steam with lake‑side thermal contrast, accommodating up to 20 guests across communal and private cabins. In Mexico City, Casa Bosques expanded its hospitality arm, Pension, adding seven uniquely designed...
Topgolf International announced David McKillips as its new chief executive officer, effective February 23, 2026. McKillips arrives with more than three decades of experience in family entertainment, most recently steering CEC Entertainment through a $350 million strategic investment and a Chapter 11...
Patina Group announced it will operate Monsieur Dior by Dominique Crenn, a new restaurant inside the House of Dior Beverly Hills on Rodeo Drive. The venue pairs LVMH’s Dior brand with Michelin‑starred chef Dominique Crenn, aiming to blend couture elegance with...
Sudamala Resorts has installed a 300 kW solar system at its Seraya location, now covering 80‑85 % of the resort’s electricity needs. The array, featuring 480 panels and a 770 kWh battery, generates roughly 410,000 kWh of clean energy annually, cutting diesel use and...
Activist investor Nelson Peltz, through Trian Fund Management, has filed with the SEC stating Wendy’s is significantly undervalued and signaling possible actions, including buying more shares to gain control or divesting his stake. The fast‑food chain’s stock has slumped about...
The National Restaurant Association Show has named 20 recipients of its 2026 Kitchen Innovations Awards, spotlighting equipment and technology that boost automation, sustainability, and operational resilience. The honorees address the day‑to‑day challenges of labor shortages, tighter margins and the need...
Nevis is leveraging its historic link to Alexander Hamilton and the upcoming U.S. Semiquincentennial to drive tourism. A $403,000 U.S. Ambassador’s Fund grant is restoring the 200‑year‑old Bath Hotel, the Caribbean’s first hotel. Meanwhile, Four Seasons Resort Nevis celebrates 35...
Smoothie King is expanding its menu beyond smoothies, adding ovens and new food items such as bowls, toasts, protein boxes and chicken bites. The company will fund the oven equipment for franchisees, reinforcing a franchisee‑first strategy. Enhanced technology from Crunchtime...
Choice Hotels International posted a record $369.9 million net income for 2025, accompanied by an all‑time adjusted EBITDA of $625.6 million. The company added 440 new hotels, with international openings surging 82% and net rooms expanding 12.5% worldwide. U.S. extended‑stay...
TGI Fridays has introduced a $3 “Fondue‑It” upgrade that adds a warm cheese pour to five popular menu items, served on a cast‑iron skillet. The launch coincides with two new offerings—a rib‑sandwich called the FRRIB and a Dubai Chocolate Espresso...
U.S. hotels ended 2025 with weaker demand, as RevPAR dropped 9.6% in Q4 and fell 6.3% year‑over‑year, while ADR slipped only 0.9% quarter‑over‑quarter. Despite the revenue dip, GOP margin improved to 38.3% for the full year, reflecting tighter labor discipline...
Groupe GM, a global premium amenity provider, has launched an exclusive hotel‑line in partnership with French heritage brand Compagnie de Provence. The collection blends Groupe GM’s distribution reach with Provençal-inspired, up‑to‑98% natural formulas and minimalist amber‑toned packaging. It introduces two...
