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Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that Vikas Chawla will assume the role of President for India and South‑west Asia, effective April 1, 2026. Chawla brings more than three decades of experience in food and beverage operations and consulting. His background includes building and scaling businesses across diverse markets. He will steer Hyatt’s regional strategy, expansion, and brand positioning.
Korean Air has approved a long‑term purchase of 103 Boeing aircraft, extending deliveries to 2039. The order includes 20 B777‑9s, 25 B787‑10s, 50 B737‑10s and eight B777‑8F freighters, marking the carrier’s first commitment to the new freighter model. A separate...
CATRION has teamed up with Airport Dimensions to upgrade airport hospitality across Saudi Arabia, aligning with Vision 2030. The partnership introduces the Connecta digital platform and internationally proven lounge concepts, delivering integrated, data‑driven services for airlines and terminals. It expands CATRION’s...
Thailand’s baht hovering between 30 and 32 per U.S. dollar threatens tourism competitiveness, with a worst‑case scenario of a stronger baht (>30/USD) potentially eroding 15‑17% of revenue. The Thai Hotels Association projects Songkran holiday bookings to fall 5‑10% year‑on‑year as...
Plaza Premium Group has opened a newly‑relocated Plaza Premium Lounge at Langkawi International Airport, now the airport’s sole lounge. The upgraded facility offers 63 seats, a private dining area and landside access for both arrivals and departures. Entry costs RM 118...
Porter Airlines has named Carlo Rinaldi as Director of Quebec Market Development, tasking him with expanding the carrier’s corporate and agency business in the province. Rinaldi returns with more than 20 years of enterprise sales experience, including a decade previously...
Windstar Cruises is launching a river‑to‑ocean cruising concept with its new all‑suite yacht Star Explorer, debuting in December 2026. The 224‑guest vessel can travel narrow rivers and then continue onto open‑water itineraries, eliminating the need for ship changes. A dedicated group...
Wingo Airlines will begin a direct Medellín‑Montego Bay service on June 23, 2026, operating three times weekly with roughly 32,000 seats per year. Introductory fares start at $159 one‑way, targeting price‑sensitive Colombian travelers. The route builds on the earlier Bogotá‑Montego...
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority has re‑joined the AUA Rohrman Trail & Swim Fest as a Gold Sponsor for its 12th edition on April 11‑12, 2026. The two‑day endurance festival will host more than 100 athletes from the Caribbean, North America, Europe and beyond, competing...
On March 31, 2026 Nepal marked its 8th National Accessible Tourism Day, positioning the country as a global frontrunner in inclusive travel. The event highlighted pioneering projects such as South Asia’s first wheelchair‑friendly trekking trail in Kaskikot and the WheelTrek...
Las Vegas cemented its status as the premier destination for March Madness, drawing thousands of bettors and fans to its sportsbooks. In 2025, Nevada gamblers placed an estimated $466 million on the tournament, roughly three times the wagering volume of the...
The Empress of Little Rock, built in 1888 by James H. Hornibrook, is a premier example of Gothic Queen Anne architecture in Arkansas. Its ornate gables, stained‑glass windows, and turret reflect Gilded Age opulence. After serving as a private residence,...
The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority appointed Brendan Reed as vice president and chief operations officer of San Diego International Airport, effective March 25. Reed previously served as senior director of operational planning and readiness and director of airport planning...
Nashville International Airport (BNA) announced an 18‑month, $40 million Central Core Enhancement slated to start in June 2026 and finish by December 2027. The renovation will boost escalators from six to sixteen and add a third, larger elevator, expanding capacity to...
London’s luxury hotels are turning their kitchens into public bakeries, offering Instagram‑ready pastries and cakes alongside traditional hotel services. Establishments such as Claridge’s, The Savoy and The Berkeley showcase collaborations with renowned patissiers, with prices ranging from $4 to $8...
Hospitality operators are moving from AI pilots to full‑scale deployment, according to Canary’s 2026 AI in Hospitality Report. Seventy‑one percent of surveyed IT leaders now report transformative impacts on daily operations. Budgets for AI tools are expanding across hotel categories...
Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts unveiled a refreshed brand architecture that splits its portfolio into two audience‑centric segments—adults‑only Escape and family‑focused Explore—accompanied by a modernized sun logo and the "Fully & Freely" positioning. The overhaul aligns the brand with Hyatt’s...
High‑end hotels are deploying RFID‑enabled, cloud‑based linen management platforms to achieve real‑time visibility of inventory and lifecycle. The technology delivers instant data on stock levels, location, shrinkage and wear, enabling precise par‑level control and faster housekeeping workflows. By cutting losses,...
Scandic Hotels has secured validation of its climate targets from the Science Based Targets initiative, confirming alignment with Paris Agreement goals. The company now aims for net‑zero greenhouse‑gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with interim reductions of...
Rising gasoline prices are prompting quick‑service chains to roll out targeted promotions aimed at easing consumer cost pressures. Revenue Management Solutions data shows a $1 increase in gas reduces drive‑thru traffic by six customers per day. Brands such as Snooze...
The global tourism sector faces a convergence of labor shortages, security threats, and aging infrastructure that jeopardizes its growth trajectory. Destinations struggle to find multilingual, tech‑savvy staff, while human trafficking and terrorism raise safety concerns for travelers. Cybercrime adds a...
Extended Stay America opened a new Extended Stay America Suites in Houston’s Galleria district, adding a 146‑room property owned by SAI RAM Galleria LLC. The brand highlights its strategy of expanding in high‑barrier, high‑demand urban submarkets that serve corporate, healthcare...
Marriott International has appointed Federico Greppi as president of its Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) division, marking the first time a Latin American leads the region. Greppi, formerly CALA COO and previously CFO overseeing franchise operations, succeeds Brian King, who...
Prince St. Pizza has teamed up with Lawrence Kourie, the founder and largest franchisee of Dave’s Hot Chicken, to launch a national expansion of its Sicilian‑style square pies. Kourie will use his multi‑state operations and disciplined franchising approach to open...
Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has engaged AtkinsRéalis under an eight‑year Capital Investment Consultancy Services framework to deliver consultancy, design and programme management across its airport portfolio, including Manchester, East Midlands and London Stansted. The firm will provide cost, health‑and‑safety, operational...
Munich Airport Group posted a 2025 net profit after taxes of €169 million (about $186 million), up €105 million from 2024. Revenue reached a record €1.8 billion (≈$2 billion) driven by 43.4 million passengers and 337,000 aircraft movements, a 3.1% rise. Operating profit before interest and...
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British Airways operates the world’s fifth‑largest long‑haul network, with 95 daily long‑haul departures from London as of 2026, up from 91 a year earlier. The airline’s ten longest nonstop routes from London range from a 16‑hour flight to Sydney down...
First Watch announced the termination of Chief Operations Officer Dan Jones, part of a broader restructuring of its operations leadership. Jones, who joined around the 2021 IPO, oversaw the chain’s expansion from 435 to 633 restaurants by 2025. The company...
Dubai announced a AED 1 billion ($272 million) relief package for hotels and tourism operators as the Iran war slashes visitor numbers. The scheme defers government, sales and tourism dirham fees for three months, starting April 1, 2026, to shore up liquidity. Crown Prince Sheikh...
ITA Airways officially joined Star Alliance on April 1, becoming the network’s 26th member and linking its Rome and Milan hubs to more than 1,150 destinations in 190 countries. The airline adds over 350 daily flights and serves roughly 16 million...
Accent Inns Inc., the parent of Accent Inns, Hotel Zed and ROAR, announced two senior hires: Rachel Johns as Vice‑President of Marketing, Sales and Revenue, and Jeff Hope as Vice‑President of Finance. The new VP, Marketing, Sales and Revenue role consolidates...
French‑based Lagardère AWPL has been awarded the duty‑free and travel‑essentials concession at Western Sydney International Airport for the next ten years. The operator will manage roughly 3,100 m² of retail space, including 1,900 m² dedicated to duty‑free and 1,200 m² for travel essentials...
WiseAero unveiled Nimbus, an AI‑powered aviation assistant that consolidates flight‑preparation tasks into a single mobile platform. The solution automates landing‑permit acquisition, coordinates ground services, and provides real‑time aircraft tracking. By centralising these functions, Nimbus promises faster turnarounds and reduced manual...
Queensway has obtained planning permission to convert the 75,000 sq ft office at 29 Clements Lane into a 239‑room hotel in the City of London. The retrofit‑first scheme will retain the building’s structure, restore the original lightwell, and aim for a BREEAM...
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has released initial proposals to cap Heathrow Airport’s passenger fees for the H8 regulatory period (2027‑2031) at £27.70‑£30.50 per passenger (approximately $35.5‑$39.0). The midpoint of the range, £28.80 (about $36.90), is a modest £0.40...
FastCasual has opened nominations for its 12th‑annual Perfect Pitch competition, inviting emerging fast‑casual brands to pitch for a national spotlight. Entrants have until June 8, 2026 to apply, and the live showdown will run Oct. 4‑6 at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in...
The Restaurant Marketing Workshop returns to Boston June 2‑3, 2026, featuring a keynote by Salad House CMO David “Rev” Ciancio titled “Don’t Go Viral Without This System.” Ciancio will reveal the growth frameworks that brands like Dave’s Hot Chicken use to convert...
Indonesia and Japan signed a Memorandum of Cooperation on tourism on March 30 in Tokyo, marking the first formal bilateral framework between the two nations. The pact targets business events, wellness tourism, gastronomy and sustainable tourist villages, aiming to deepen...
Japanese low‑cost carrier Zipair plans to more than double its Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner fleet, increasing from eight aircraft to over 20 within four years. The airline, which launched in 2020, emphasizes a technology‑enabled model featuring free Starlink internet, an on‑demand...
Mimaru, operated by Cosmos Hotel Management, will launch two apartment‑style hotels in Osaka in September and October 2026, adding 66 and 68 rooms respectively. The properties target families and groups with 40 m² rooms featuring kitchens, multilingual staff from 39 nationalities,...
Airalo has signed a letter of intent with Busan Metropolitan City to distribute 100,000 free eSIM vouchers and launch destination‑specific eSIM packages for international visitors. The partnership also includes discounted eSIMs for Busan residents traveling abroad, joint marketing campaigns, and...
Millennium Hotels and Resorts, a Hong Leong Group subsidiary of City Developments, appointed Cinn Tan as its chief commercial officer. Tan, who joined in January 2026, will steer global branding, marketing, loyalty, sales, revenue management and digital platforms. She brings over three decades of...
Morpheus Research released a report accusing MakeMyTrip of continuing anti‑competitive price‑parity practices despite a 2022 Competition Commission of India fine of $26 million. The activist short‑seller alleges the platform uses an internal “price competitiveness score” to indirectly enforce parity, while also...
Travel commerce platform BYRDLI announced its first international destination partnership in Asia, launching a Hong Kong‑focused Travel Club with Australian creator Lola Hubner. Hubner built a fully bookable itinerary in real time, showcasing the city as both a 48‑hour stop‑over and a...
Marriott announced a joint venture with Italy’s Lefay Resorts to launch its 39th brand, marking the company’s first dedicated wellness label. The partnership brings Lefay’s two boutique resorts—one on Lake Garda and another in the Dolomites—under Marriott’s long‑term management while...
Etihad is extending its ultra‑low‑priced business‑class fares across Asia, the Maldives and Australia, with return tickets as low as £1,073 ($1,360) from Europe and €1,217 ($1,340) from Dublin. The deals, valid through June, require a stopover in Abu Dhabi and...
IHG Hotels & Resorts opened voco Scenia Bay Nha Trang in March 2026, marking its third voco property in Vietnam. The 31‑storey, 250‑room beachfront hotel sits in Nha Trang’s new northern coastal precinct, just ten minutes from Tran Phu Street....
Restaurants are rethinking reliance on third‑party delivery aggregators as commissions climb above 30% and data walls limit customer insights. A new framework advises brands to treat aggregators as acquisition tools while building intuitive direct channels that capture up to 60%...
Sheraton Grand Hyde Park in Sydney has added two chefs to its culinary leadership team to boost the profile of its flagship restaurant, Sydney Common. Chef Allen Varghese joins as executive sous chef and concept lead, bringing Michelin‑starred experience and a...
India is preparing the third tranche of airport concessions, targeting smaller regional hubs that will be bundled with larger, more attractive airports to create compelling packages for bidders. The government hopes lessons from the 2006 and 2020‑21 rounds will streamline...
