Oceania Cruises has launched the Oceania Club Ambassador Program, a referral initiative that grants a US $200 future cruise credit to both the referring Club member and the newly booked guest. The offer applies only to first‑time, full‑fare bookings and credits remain valid for three years, with members able to stack up to four credits per reservation. Referrals must be submitted via the dedicated online form within 14 days of the guest’s deposit, and the program is restricted to personal referrals, prohibiting public or social‑media solicitation.

Minor Hotels is launching its luxury Anantara brand in Australia with the Anantara Perth Hotel, slated to open in 2032 as the centerpiece of the AUD $3.8 billion Burswood Point master‑planned development. The waterfront property will offer 150 rooms, two restaurants, a...
Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris has been named the World’s Leading Sustainable Supply Chain Programme 2025 at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards in Dubai. The hotel’s responsible purchasing charter now covers 14 product categories, with 66% of...
Emirates has introduced a split‑payment solution for Kenyan travelers through its partnership with Cellulant’s Tingg gateway. The feature lets customers combine mobile money, banking and card methods and pay an initial amount online followed by up to four instalments within...
Four Seasons Yachts announced its 2027‑2028 Caribbean season, unveiling 18 new voyages and destinations, including a first‑time stop in Costa Rica. The itineraries emphasize intimate marinas, wildlife encounters such as humpback whale migrations, and a Panama Canal transit for select...
Emirates has carried more than one million tourists to Mauritius between 2022 and 2025, accounting for over 20% of the island’s total arrivals. The airline’s network helped push total visitor numbers to a record 1,436,250 in 2025, a 3.9% increase...
Pulse Hotels & Resorts announced Aura Maldives, a new 5‑star island resort slated to open in Q4 2026 in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The property will feature 71 private villas ranging from 246 to 710 sqm, each with its own...
The Madeira Flower Parade will be split across two Sundays—May 3 and May 17, 2026—under a new format introduced by the Regional Secretariat for Tourism, Environment and Culture. The change addresses the parade’s growing length, improves viewing conditions, and allows more groups...
S4BT, the European business‑travel consortium, has bought HotelHub’s parent, Travel Centric Technology, to create the world’s largest corporate‑hotel‑booking platform. The acquisition pushes annual hotel‑booking value above $5 billion, covering more than two million properties and handling 60,000 bookings daily. By integrating...
The Ritz‑Carlton, Langkawi has launched Dayang Mastura, a private 620‑ft Lagoon sailing catamaran that offers luxury charters for up to 20 guests. The vessel features Nauta Design interiors, a dedicated yoga and meditation space, and a suite of water‑sports equipment....
S4BT, a European business‑travel solutions group, announced the acquisition of HotelHub (via its parent Travel Centric Technology) to expand its global corporate hotel‑booking capabilities. The deal adds over $5 billion in annual hotel‑booking value, access to 2 million properties and strengthens S4BT’s...
Mandarin Oriental announced Simone Biles as its first global wellness ambassador, marking a strategic move to embed holistic wellbeing into its luxury hospitality portfolio. Biles will work with the brand’s Wellness Board to shape programs that blend physical, mental and recovery...

The Peninsula Hong Kong will host its annual “Forever Begins Here” wedding showcase on 1 March 2026, inviting engaged couples to explore the hotel’s luxury venues and meet its wedding planners. The day‑long, free‑admission event will feature three staged spaces—the Salisbury Room,...
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Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River is launching In Good Company, a one‑day riverside breakfast‑brunch on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9 am to noon. Guests will enjoy family‑style dishes crafted by Executive Chef Andrea Accordi, live DJ music,...
Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor reopens on March 18, 2026, positioning itself as a wellness‑centric luxury retreat. The resort introduces a revamped spa featuring premium brands like Biologique Recherche and a 7‑Step Skin Journey that changes monthly. Outdoor programs...
Kempinski Hotels is rolling out a curated series of iftar and suhoor experiences across its Middle East, Africa, and Asian properties, blending local culinary traditions with the brand’s luxury standards. Prices vary by market, from AED 199 in Dubai to...
Mt Mulligan Lodge will launch a purpose‑built spa in March 2026, featuring a tented design that integrates the Australian outback landscape into every treatment. The centerpiece is a private, solar‑heated mineral bathing pool with temperature control from 2 °C to 38 °C. Treatments are...
Elite Havens Luxury Villas is marketing exclusive‑use wedding villas across Bali and Phuket, positioning them as premium yet cost‑effective destination wedding venues. The portfolio includes the cliff‑top Pandawa Cliff Estate, hosting up to 50 guests, and the award‑winning Villa Amanzi...

Emirates, the world’s first Autism‑Certified Airline, launched its “Travel Rehearsal” programme at Istanbul Airport, allowing autistic children and families to experience a full flight journey in a supportive setting. The initiative is part of a broader rollout across 17 airports,...

Meliá Hotels International has been listed for the ninth straight year in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026, placing it in the top 10% of the Hotels, Resorts & Cruise Lines sector. The company earned a 77‑point score, ranking first...
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with JADEER GROUP to develop a 140‑key Hotel Indigo in Cairo’s New Administrative Capital, slated for opening in 2033. The property will join IHG’s growing portfolio in Egypt, which already includes...
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a franchise agreement for a 170‑key Holiday Inn Express in Cockburn, Western Australia, slated to open later this year. The hotel will be part of a mixed‑use development that includes a residential tower and sits near...

Minor Hotels is promoting Italy’s UNESCO‑listed culinary heritage through a curated series of high‑end restaurants across its Italian properties. Each venue, from Venice’s Da Lorenzo to the Amalfi Coast’s Dei Cappuccini, is led by Michelin‑starred chefs who reinterpret regional traditions...

Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok marked its 150th anniversary by launching the first chapter of the multi‑year Unfolding Legacies programme. The celebration began with a gala dinner on 14 February 2026, held under the patronage of HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. The event featured a...

Dusit Thani Maldives on Mudhdhoo Island will host Michelin‑starred Chef Christophe Chiavola for a five‑day culinary residency from 5 to 10 March 2026. The program features four intimate events—a masterclass by the ocean, an island‑produce workshop, a sunset cocktail‑dinner, and a one‑night‑only...
Emirates Skywards has launched a Ramadan promotion offering members a chance to win a share of 2 million Skywards Miles, with 20 winners each receiving 100,000 Miles. Participants earn a 25% bonus on all spends through the Skywards Everyday app and...
Faith‑based travelers are increasingly choosing Greece for New Testament pilgrimages, driven by its biblical relevance and robust tourism infrastructure. Greece recorded a historic 40 million international arrivals in 2024, with early 2025 data confirming continued growth. Tour operators, especially U.S.‑based firms,...
Divi Resorts is promoting a suite of direct‑booking perks across its Caribbean portfolio, including a Best Price Guarantee, flexible pay‑over‑time options, and cash‑back rewards through The Guestbook. The program also offers discounted non‑refundable rates, family‑friendly all‑inclusive pricing, and up to...
Luxury cruising is shifting from a hierarchy‑based model to a personalization‑driven market, where affluent travelers choose ships that match their vibe, values, and lifestyle. Internova’s research shows over 80% of luxury travelers are interested in yacht cruising and two‑thirds favor...
European Waterways is launching a brand‑new hotel‑barge itinerary aboard the Nymphea, taking guests through inland Brittany via the historic Canal de Nantes à Brest between Josselin and Redon. The six‑guest barge offers an intimate, slow‑travel experience that includes medieval towns,...

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...

The Norwegian Group posted a record operating profit of NOK 3.732 billion for 2025, the highest in its history, and a NOK 21 million EBIT in Q4 after a loss the previous year. Passenger traffic rose to 27.3 million for the full year, with Norwegian’s...
Central Holidays announced a new suite of Morocco travel programs, expanding its portfolio beyond recent Türkiye offerings. The itineraries span comprehensive multi‑city tours, relaxed city stays, and multi‑country adventures, all fully customizable for individuals, groups, or specialty segments. To drive...

Hospitality giant Hilton and food‑waste tech firm Winnow have been named World’s Leading Sustainable Partnership 2025 at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards in Dubai. Their Green Ramadan 2025 program, using AI‑powered smart meters across Hilton kitchens, achieved a...

Etijah, an Egyptian youth‑development nonprofit, was named the World’s Leading Sustainable Education & Training Programme 2025 for its hospitality employability initiative at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards in Dubai. The award recognises a curriculum that blends hospitality skills...

Minor Hotels posted a record 32% rise in full‑year core profit to THB 6.84 billion in 2025, driven by lower finance costs and pricing‑led revenue growth. System‑wide occupancy climbed to 68% while ADR and RevPAR increased 3% and 4% respectively. The Europe‑America...

Jumeirah Capri Palace will reopen on 16 April 2026, unveiling a refreshed calendar of culinary, cultural and wellness experiences. The hotel expands its four‑hands dinner series with a roster of Michelin‑starred guest chefs and returns pastry maestro Pierre Hermé. Its Capri Medical...

Sofitel has unveiled Le Vestiaire, a global wardrobe created with French designer Cordelia de Castellane. The 45‑piece collection, tested with 110 staff, will dress roughly 25,000 employees across 120 hotels beginning late 2026. It blends couture sensibility with everyday comfort, allowing mix‑and‑match...

Radisson Hotel Group and Amadeus have created a direct API link between Radisson’s EMMA central reservation system and the Amadeus Travel Platform, replacing traditional GDS connections. The integration streams real‑time rate and availability data, while AI‑driven data mapping aligns fields...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has incorporated the historic Seaview Hotel & Golf Club in Galloway, New Jersey into its Destination by Hyatt brand. The 670‑acre resort offers 296 rooms, 34,500 sq ft of flexible meeting space and two championship golf courses. Its proximity to...

IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Gulf Province Properties Limited to develop InterContinental Port Moresby, a 179‑room luxury hotel slated to open in late 2028. The property will anchor a mixed‑use precinct in the diplomatic core of Papua New Guinea’s capital,...

Airline Aer Lingus announced a new direct service between Dublin and Barbados, slated to begin on 31 March and run through 31 May. The route will be operated with the fuel‑efficient Airbus A321XLR and will offer three weekly flights at fares starting €229. Barbados...
The inaugural Art Fair Tampa will debut October 15‑18, 2026 at the Tampa Convention Center, showcasing 300 artists from around the world. The four‑day indoor event blends contemporary art exhibitions with immersive installations, creating a climate‑controlled environment for collectors and...

National Wine Day in the Republic of Moldova celebrates its 25th anniversary on October 3‑4, 2026, positioning the event among Europe’s top open‑air festivals. The holiday showcases the country’s "Wine of Moldova. Unexpectedly Great" brand, highlighting a blend of centuries‑old...

Marriott Bonvoy and Bank Mandiri have launched Indonesia’s first Marriott co‑branded credit card. The Marriott Bonvoy Mandiri Credit Card provides Indonesian members with welcome bonus points, elite status, and up to 5× points on eligible spend. The card is linked to...

Minor Hotels has signed a management agreement with Slovenia’s MK Group to operate two Adriatic resorts, marking the brand’s first forays into Croatia and Slovenia. The 183‑key Hotel Palace Portorož will join the Minor Reserve Collection, while the 186‑key Adriatic...