New Wave of Wellness at The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas
The Ocean Club, a Four Seasons resort in the Bahamas, has unveiled two illuminated padel courts, a new sport court for basketball and soccer, and resurfaced its Har‑Tru tennis courts. Professional Bahamian player Marvin Rolle will provide personalized padel instruction. Starting June, the resort will host a series of complimentary wellness weekends led by integrated health coach Nora Tobin, featuring fitness classes, meditation, and ocean‑focused recovery sessions. Ownership residences are slated for completion in 2028, expanding the resort’s luxury portfolio.
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas Marks Brand First in Asia with LHW Membership
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas has become the first Anantara‑branded property in Asia to join The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW). The beachfront resort on Thailand’s Koh Yao Yai showcases immersive luxury, extensive wellness programs, and culturally rich experiences. LHW’s portfolio in...
Springtime at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza is celebrating Sham El Nessim with a curated spring program that blends Egyptian tradition and luxury hospitality. The centerpiece is an all‑day Egyptian feast at Zitouni on April 13, complemented by take‑away Easter treats from La...
Edgewood Tahoe Resort Joins Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ Legend Collection
Preferred Hotels & Resorts announced that Edgewood Tahoe Resort has been added to its Legend Collection, a curated portfolio of the world’s most distinguished independent luxury hotels. The resort, situated on 235 acres of Lake Tahoe’s south shore, offers 154...
EDGE AT HUDSON YARDS UNVEILS PLAN TO TRANSFORM NYC’S HIGHEST OUTDOOR SKY DECK
Edge at Hudson Yards announced a multi‑million‑dollar overhaul of its indoor and outdoor sky deck, slated for a Summer 2026 debut. The redesign will introduce four immersive experiences—Pulse, Crystal Cave, Infinite City, and others—spanning from the 4th‑floor entry to the 100th‑floor...
Voting Is Now Officially Underway for the 13th Annual World Golf Awards 2026
The World Golf Awards have launched voting for their 13th annual ceremony, recognizing top golf tourism destinations, courses, and resorts worldwide. Open to industry professionals and the public, the ballot runs until 1 October 2026, covering categories from Best Golf Course to...
United & Make-A-Wish to Host ‘Make More Wishes’ Events Across Nation
United Airlines and Make‑A‑Wish have unveiled a seven‑city "Make More Wishes" tour running from May to November 2026, offering children with critical illnesses immersive aviation experiences at United’s hub airports. The program includes flight‑simulator sessions, ramp tours, pilot meet‑ups and...
Yas Waterworld Expansion Is Now Open to Guests
Yas Waterworld on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island has opened a major expansion featuring 11 new slides and attractions, pushing the park’s total to more than 70 experiences. The highlight is Matamir’s Drop, the UAE’s tallest waterslide at over 40 metres, alongside...
Sense Adventure Celebrates 26 Years of Offering Sunset World Group Members and Guests Experiences
Sense Adventure marked its 26th anniversary by showcasing a blindfolded, multi‑sensory journey through Mexico’s Tres Ríos Natural Park, part of the Sunset World Group portfolio. The experience replaces sight with touch, sound, smell and taste, encouraging deep emotional connections with the...
Premier Inn Introduces Dog-Friendly Stays in Dubai
Premier Inn Middle East has launched dog‑friendly stays at its Dubai Al Jaddaf and Silicon Oasis hotels, allowing guests to bring dogs up to 15 kg for an additional AED 50 (~$13.5) per night. Each dedicated floor features pet‑specific amenities, a Doggy Welcome Pack, and...
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Debuts New Immersive “Special Happens…” Experiences Across Its Portfolio
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has launched six new immersive "Special Happens…" experiences across its global portfolio, organized into four themes: After Dark, In the Wild, Around the Table, and In the Spotlight. The offerings include a Great Wall helicopter tour...
Pixie Honeymoons Recognized as One of the Best Sandals Travel Agencies in the United States
Pixie Honeymoons has been reaffirmed as one of the United States’ top Sandals travel agencies, earning the Sandals Resorts Chairman’s Royal Club Platinum Elite status and the Executive Preferred Agency designation. These are the highest accolades Sandals offers to its...
Maldives to Host World Travel Awards Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026
The World Travel Awards announced that the Maldives will host the Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony on 27 September 2026, coinciding with World Tourism Day. The event marks the return of the Indian Ocean leg of the WTA Grand Tour, last...
Varel Singapore, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Opens in Selegie
Marriott International’s Tribute Portfolio has opened Varel Singapore, a 128‑room boutique hotel in the Selegie district. The property, designed by award‑winning firm FDAT, blends heritage shophouse architecture with modern gardens and a rooftop infinity pool. It features four distinct dining...
Live Regenerative Travel at Las Torres Patagonia
Las Torres Patagonia, a family‑run estancia in Chilean Patagonia, is showcasing regenerative travel through cultural immersion, zero‑waste hospitality, and on‑site conservation projects. Guests can experience Baqueano cowboy traditions, sip cocktails crafted from native herbs and recycled glass, and dine on...
Viking Announces Float Out of Newest Nile River Ships
Viking River Cruises announced that its two newest Nile vessels, the Viking Ptah and Viking Sekhmet, have been floated out at Cairo’s Massara shipyard, signaling the start of final outfitting. The ships, each carrying 82 guests in 41 staterooms, are slated to...
Marriott International Fuels Growth Plans in Greece with the Announcement of Nine Deal Signings
Marriott International announced nine new development agreements in Greece, adding nearly 1,000 rooms and introducing two new brands, Residence Inn by Marriott and Le Méridien, to the market. The deals include luxury and lifestyle properties across islands, coastal areas, and Athens,...
Avora Residences Launches “Continuum,” Introducing a New Private Membership Club at Sea
Avora Residences has unveiled Continuum, a private‑membership yachting platform built around the retrofitted Regent Seven Seas vessel Avora Lumina. The program targets ultra‑high‑net‑worth travelers with a $150,000 initiation fee, $75,000 annual dues and up to 60 days of onboard access per...
ROYAL CARIBBEAN GROUP ENHANCES TRAVEL LOYALTY
Royal Caribbean Group and Bank of America are launching two new credit cards, the Royal ONE™ Visa Signature® and Royal ONE Plus™ Visa Signature®, the first tri‑branded cards covering Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea. The cards reward everyday spending and cruise‑related purchases,...
WTTC: HONG KONG HAS POTENTIAL TO RE-EMERGE AS A LEADING DESTINATION FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELLERS
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reports that Hong Kong can regain its status as a premier international travel hub by targeting higher‑yield markets and expanding beyond Guangdong. Visitor arrivals are projected at 50.3 million in 2025, a 22.9% decline from...
DYLAN’S CANDY BAR NOW OPEN AT ATLANTIS PARADISE ISLAND IN THE BAHAMAS
Dylan’s Candy Bar, the iconic New York‑born confectionery brand, has opened its first Caribbean location in Atlantis Paradise Island’s Marina Village. The store offers a whimsical, Instagram‑ready environment with a curated mix of nostalgic, international and exclusive sweets. Opening hours run...
Series by Marriott Debuts in Japan with the Opening of Sugata Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Marriott International has introduced its Series by Marriott collection to Japan with the opening of the 256‑room Sugata Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi in the city’s bustling Shinsaibashi district. The brand, which blends independent‑hotel charm with Marriott’s global standards, aims to deliver...
Hostaway Launches Booking Website Pro to Strengthen Direct Booking Strategies for Property Managers
Hostaway has introduced Booking Website Pro, an AI‑driven website solution that adds advanced SEO, marketing and a drag‑and‑drop editor to its vacation‑rental platform. The tool integrates a real‑time booking engine with customizable, mobile‑first templates, aiming to boost direct reservations for...
Zannier Bãi San Hô to Reopen on 1st April 2026 Following Major Restauration After Typhoon Kalmaegi
Zannier Bãi San Hô will reopen on 1 April 2026 after a comprehensive restoration prompted by Typhoon Kalmaegi. The refurbishment engaged up to 200 workers to rebuild villas, public areas and landscaped grounds while preserving the resort’s luxury standards. During the closure...
Hong Kong: A City of Moments” Featuring Lola Hubner
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...
The St. Regis Kanai and Duryea’s Close 2025-2026 Winter Season with “Torneo Del Sol”
The St. Regis Kanai Resort in Riviera Maya will close its 2025‑2026 winter season with a Pétanque tournament called “Torneo del Sol” on April 18, 2026. The day‑long event, running from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., offers guests a blend of sport,...
JW MARRIOTT TUCSON STARR PASS RESORT & SPA REVEALS REIMAGINED MEETING EXPERIENCES
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa has completed a $115,000‑square‑foot renovation of its meeting and event facilities, introducing a desert‑modern aesthetic, upgraded audiovisual technology, and seamless indoor‑outdoor spaces. The overhaul adds 38 venues, including the 20,000‑square‑foot Arizona Ballroom—the...
Sunset World Group Ready to Welcome Members and Guests This Easter Week
Sunset World Group is rolling out a festive Easter‑week itinerary for Club Sunset members at its Cancun and Riviera Maya resorts, featuring themed parties, yoga, mixology classes and an Easter egg hunt. The program also spotlights the near‑completion of a...
Jill Chalmers, Glenapp Castle MD, Honoured with Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award
Jill Chalmers, Managing Director of Glenapp Castle, received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Scottish Excellence Awards in Edinburgh. With more than 30 years in hospitality, she has transformed the historic estate into a five‑star destination, tripling turnover and doubling...
THE RITZ-CARLTON ORLANDO, GRANDE LAKES DEBUTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
The Ritz‑Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes unveiled a suite of Signature Experiences, adding high‑end activities such as a Daytona supercar drive, a Kobe beef dinner, a space‑exploration tour, and nature‑focused retreats. Prices range from $395 for a junior naturalist program to $2,650...
SriLankan Airlines Records Revenue Increase with AI and ML-Powered Revenue Management System
SriLankan Airlines reported a 13% revenue increase after deploying an AI‑ and ML‑powered revenue‑management platform built on PROS Revenue Management Advantage and Amadeus RAAV. The system enables dynamic pricing, real‑time seat availability, and predictive analytics, aligning capacity with demand and...
What’s Next in Destination Weddings
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...
Hard Rock Hotel Malta Now Accepting Bookings for Summer 2026 Debut
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...
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives Promotes Krisztina Vaszjunyina to Resort Manager
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives announced that Krisztina Vaszjunyina has been promoted to Resort Manager. Vaszjunyina, who joined in 2021 as Director of Rooms and later served as Director of Operations, brings more than 15 years of luxury hospitality experience from...
Lobby Secures USD 2.2M to Expand Its AI Booking Platform Across the Travel Industry
Lobby, a travel AI startup, secured $2.2 million in funding from Founderful, bringing venture partner Pascal Mathis onto its board. The capital will fund expansion of its AI-driven group booking platform beyond hotels into the MICE, cruise, airline, and attractions...
Fliggy Goes Live with Bookings via AI Interface
Fliggy, Alibaba’s travel arm, has launched an AI‑driven booking interface via the Qwen App after a successful trial. During the Chinese Spring Festival AI‑generated orders surged 800%, with attraction ticket bookings jumping more than 24‑fold. Conversion rates for air, train...
Minor Hotels Introduces Colbert Collection: A New Global Brand
Minor Hotels has launched Colbert Collection, a new premium soft‑brand that unites independent hotels under a shared philosophy of emotional, culinary‑driven experiences. The brand draws inspiration from Parisian cafés and the original Colbert bistro in London, and will debut in...
Luxury Childcare Association Expands Into New Destinations with Four World Class Member Properties
The Luxury Childcare Association (LCA) has added four world‑class resorts in Italy, Fiji, Turkey and Malaysia, raising its roster to more than 60 elite family‑focused properties. New members include Mangia’s Hotels & Resorts, VOMO Island Fiji, D Maris Bay and Anantara Desaru...
Protect Group Targets $10 Billion USD in Protected Bookings
Protect Group announced a $10 billion USD booking‑protection target for 2026, a 25 percent rise from the $8 billion it safeguarded previously. The ambition reflects surging demand for flexible travel solutions amid disruptions such as the Middle East conflict. Growth is driven by...
OKUPA BRINGS A NEW GENERATION OF URBAN HOSPITALITY TO THE GREEK CAPITAL
Okupa, a 32‑room boutique hotel in Athens’ Psiri district, celebrates its first anniversary by positioning itself as a next‑generation urban hospitality hub. Housed in a renovated industrial warehouse with visible archaeological remains, the property blends design, gastronomy, music and community...
Luxury Group by Marriott International Unveils “Art of Arrival,”
Marriott International’s Luxury Group has launched “Art of Arrival,” an artist‑residency program featuring emerging Chinese creator Chen Zuo. The inaugural residency at The Ritz‑Carlton Suzhou produced a new commission that will debut during Hong Kong Art Month, then travel to Art Basel...
CHTA AND TRIPTEASE TO HOST SECOND ANNUAL DIRECT BOOKING SUMMIT CARIBBEAN IN ANTIGUA & BARBUDA
Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) and Triptease will host the second Direct Booking Summit Caribbean on May 15, 2026 at Sandals Grande Antigua, following the Caribbean Travel Marketplace. The event aims to equip hoteliers with revenue‑focused strategies to increase...
MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy Unveils ‘Best of Both Worlds’ Moments Series
Marriott Bonvoy and MGM Collection have unveiled a new "Best of Both Worlds" Moments series that pairs iconic Las Vegas properties with luxury Marriott hotels worldwide. The five curated packages, ranging from 100,000 to 150,000 points, blend entertainment, fine dining,...
Dusit Hotels and Resorts Joins GSTC in Support of Sustainable Hospitality Worldwide
Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the management arm of Dusit International, has become a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), reinforcing its commitment to responsible tourism. The move aligns with the company’s Tree of Life sustainability programme, which targets...
4th Edition of the Istanbul Tourism Fair Will Take Place on September 24-25 2026
The 4th Istanbul Tourism Fair is scheduled for September 24‑25, 2026 at the Yenikapı Eurasia Show and Art Center. The event will occupy 10,000 m², host more than 345 companies and attract over 17,000 tourism professionals. An international buyer program and...
Il Salviatino Appoints New General Manager, Joao Mendes De Almeida
Il Salviatino has appointed João Mendes de Almeida as General Manager and Stephanie Loison as Director of Operations, bringing luxury hotel expertise from Four Seasons and other high‑end properties. The duo will lead the historic Florentine villa as it expands...
Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi Expands with 11 New Slides and Attractions
Miral announced that Yas Waterworld on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island will unveil an expansion on April 4, 2026, adding eleven new slides and attractions. The upgrade introduces eight new slides, two jump platforms and a leisure pool, pushing the park’s...
Novotel Invites the World to Rethink Rest with Australia’s Leading Sleep Expert Olivia Arezzolo
Novotel is rolling out the sleep‑focused chapter of its Longevity Everyday platform in March 2026, positioning rest as a core pillar of everyday wellbeing. The hotel chain has appointed Australian sleep authority Olivia Arezzolo as its official Sleep Expert, joining the...
Sofitel Rio De Janeiro Ipanema: An Iconic Transformation Redefining Sofitel in Brazil
Sofitel announced the transformation of its Rio de Janeiro Ipanema property into the brand’s first Brazilian flagship, slated to open at the end of 2026. The hotel will feature 172 rooms and suites, a rooftop infinity pool, spa, and a...
Destination by Hyatt Brand Debuts in Portugal with Opening of Masana Algarve
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has launched Masana Algarve, the first Destination by Hyatt resort in Portugal, located in Olhos de Água, Albufeira. The property features 33 upscale residences, including one‑ and two‑bedroom suites and villas with private pools or sea views,...