The World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA) has announced a strategic partnership with Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, to deliver data-driven insights and strategies that support a more sustainable future for global tourism.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Omio, the leading multi-modal booking platform, has today published its annual NowNext ‘25 report, painting a vivid picture of how global travel will continue to thrive in the coming year - from emotional drivers and generational biases, to trending destinations and evolving demands - albeit with a little more planning and greater intent across evolving traveller types. Omio has commissioned YouGov, the leading research institute, to conduct an omnibus survey of over 10,555 people worldwide: Italy, Spain, Germany, the UK, the US, Brazil, Japan, and Australia. The report is based on those who may take a holiday in the next 12 months (excluding those who said ‘not at all likely’). Additionally, Omio user data is added to the findings.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:47:35 +0000

The Hemingways Collection is thrilled to announce the addition of Hemingways Retreat Kigali to their roster of luxury retreats in East Africa. The acquisition marks the family-owned company’s expansion into Rwanda after 40+ years across Kenya’s city, bush, and northeastern coast. In addition to Hemingways Retreat Kigali, the company has also acquired Hemingways River Camp Mara in Kenya’s Maasai Mara.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:42:59 +0000

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company, today launched Dazzler Select by Wyndham, a new franchise offering designed for independent hoteliers in the economy lifestyle space. An extension of its boutique-inspired Dazzler® by Wyndham brand, Dazzler Select empowers owners to preserve the individuality, branding, and character of their hotels while unlocking the benefits of Wyndham’s vast scale—including access to its award-winning Wyndham Rewards® loyalty program, global distribution, advanced technology, and dedicated sales and marketing support.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:40:29 +0000

Royal Caribbean is introducing the family time of a lifetime on Legend of the Seas* with more adventure than ever before. The boldest vacation to visit the world’s top destinations in Europe and the Southern Caribbean, Legend will deliver a lineup of unrivaled experiences, including thrills and chill, the most dining at sea with 28 options, all-new nightlife and entertainment, and more ways for families and vacationers to make lifelong memories.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:38:45 +0000

Waterford Hotel Group, a national leader in hospitality management, today announced the addition of two distinguished properties to its growing portfolio: the Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center in Flowood, Mississippi, and the Maison Dupuy Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana. The new contracts mark two exciting milestones for the company: the Sheraton Flowood is Waterford’s first managed property in Mississippi, and the Maison Dupuy becomes the sixth boutique hotel in New Orleans to join Waterford’s portfolio this year.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:36:23 +0000

Sabre Direct Pay, the travel payments division of Sabre Corporation, is introducing a new service designed to help travel companies simplify and scale chargebacks, enabling dispute resolution more efficiently across both issuing and acquiring channels.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:34:33 +0000

United and Instacart, today launched a new collaboration that gives the airline’s loyalty members even more ways to save time, earn rewards, and unlock exclusive benefits when they shop with Instacart. In a first for an airline, Instacart is offering United MileagePlus members $0 delivery fees* on orders placed right before, during or shortly after they take a domestic flight – making it effortless to replace forgotten items on the go or restock their fridge the moment they arrive home. Additionally, MileagePlus members who link their United MileagePlus and Instacart accounts can also enjoy mileage rewards across a variety of offers found at United.com/Instacart. This new suite of benefits builds on United’s existing relationship with Instacart; earlier this year, United and Chase refreshed their portfolio of co-branded credit cards and announced Instacart benefits for eligible Chase United Cardmembers.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:32:44 +0000

Sandals Resorts International (SRI), parent company of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, has received 16 honors at this year’s World Travel Awards Caribbean and The Americas. The Gala Ceremony held at Sandals Grande St. Lucian honored the visionaries and trailblazers shaping the travel and tourism industry. The evening united government leaders and hospitality professionals for a night of celebration, recognition, and inspiration.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:28:39 +0000

The award-winning global luxury hospitality operator, The Lux Collective, has announced the appointment of leading travel and lifestyle communications agency Mason Rose to represent the group in the UK and US markets. This partnership signals an exciting new chapter for the Mauritian-born hospitality brand as it continues to expand its footprint across the world’s most inspiring destinations.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:26:10 +0000

SK Hospitality, the leading Sales & Marketing, company for luxury resorts in Greece, proudly announces its participation in World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, taking place November 3–5 at ExCeL London. With a diverse portfolio of distinguished resorts across key destinations including Crete, Rhodes, Mykonos and Halkidiki, SK Hospitality continues to position Greece as a premier travel destination for high-end, leisure, family, and experiential tourism. This year at WTM, the company will spotlight its growing collection of resorts and its strategic partnerships with global tour operators, airlines, and media.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:24:11 +0000

The July London Victoria transforms convenient family stays into something altogether more special. A space to hang out or hide out in the heart of Victoria, this hybrid apartment-hotel delivers all the sparkle of hotel service with the privacy of home.
at Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:22:21 +0000

Risk management can be a daunting prospect for even the hardiest of travel managers and certainly recent years of pandemics, political elections and price rises have not made managing suppliers and traveler safety any easier. Surprising, then, to see results from the recent global buyer survey* from Business Travel Show America which highlighted that only just over a third – some 38% - provide traveler safety training for their travelers.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 18:59:49 +0000

Hotels are more than just fluffy pillows and sophisticated lobbies, because they are also currently striving to try to keep up with our digital lives. We enter hotels with phones with our streaming apps and our gaming habits that follow us everywhere, and we actually expect the WiFi to be as speedy as it is at home. You don’t want to mess around with heavy remote controls or wait in line to check in when these things are just a simple swipe away. This is why hotels are experiencing a rapid digital transformation that introduces smart rooms, contactless check-ins, and customized entertainment that ensure that the experience of the visitor is optimized. And it is remarkable how much farther hotels will go in accommodating our present lifestyle, work-related habits, and leisure.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 18:13:43 +0000

The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA), the leading advocate and representative body for the Caribbean hospitality and tourism industry, has announced a landmark two-year media partnership with Breaking Travel News (BTN), the world’s leading travel industry news platform.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 17:53:49 +0000

The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA), the leading advocate and representative body for the Caribbean hospitality and tourism industry, has announced a landmark two-year media partnership with Breaking Travel News (BTN), the world’s leading travel industry news platform.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 17:53:30 +0000

Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, celebrated the relaunch of its direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, marking a move that reflects the depth of the longstanding friendship and strategic cooperation between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United States of America. This milestone event highlights the commitment of both countries to strengthening ties and strategic partnership, opening up new horizons for developing relations in various commercial, cultural, and tourism sectors. It also reinforces Gulf Air’s position as a key player in connecting Bahrain to global markets, further supporting economic growth and expanding opportunities for trade and cultural exchange between the two nations, thus bolstering Bahrain’s status as a vital aviation hub on the international map.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:33:15 +0000

Riyadh Air, the new national carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, announced a new partnership with Kayanee, a leading Saudi wellbeing brand, to bring a fresh sense of comfort and care to the skies. The collaboration will upscale in-flight comfort by offering Riyadh Air’s Business Elite, Business, and Premium Economy long-haul guests a specially designed collection of amenity kits and loungewear, aimed at refreshing and rejuvenating travelers from take-off to landing.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:31:34 +0000

flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, celebrated launching direct flights between Dammam and Damascus, as of October 3, to further expanding its network and enhancing air connectivity between the two sisterly countries in alignment with national objectives in the tourism and aviation sectors and in line with Vision 2030. As of October 3, flynas started operating three weekly flights between King Fahad International Airport in Dammam and Damascus International Airport, after becoming the first Saudi airline to resume flights to Damascus last June.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:29:25 +0000

Emirates has opened a new world-class facility in Dubai, to provide a luxurious training experience to almost 25,000 cabin crew, focused on the art of hospitality excellence. The USD 8 million learning zone and programme features a sprawling restaurant and lounge for up to 170 guests, elegant presentation kitchens and 8 tech-enabled classrooms. More than 10,000 Emirates cabin crew will be trained in the new facility by the end of the year.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:28:12 +0000

Qatar Airways is proud to reaffirm its role as the airline of choice for connecting fans, professionals and visitors from across the globe to Qatar’s remarkable line-up of international events. With the country once again at the forefront of sport, culture, and innovation, the airline is set to welcome the world to an unparalleled season of experiences. From the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™ and the return of the QATAR AIRWAYS FORMULA 1® QATAR GRAND PRIX, to the FIFA Arab Cup 2025™ and the upcoming Web Summit Qatar 2026, each event showcases Qatar’s capability as a leading global host nation. As the national carrier, Qatar Airways provides seamless connections from over 170 destinations worldwide, ensuring that fans, delegates, and communities can experience these moments with ease and comfort.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:26:19 +0000

Qatar Airways is now providing access to 18 additional routes in the United States through expanded codeshares with its International Airlines Group (IAG) partners, Aer Lingus and LEVEL. With the latest enhancements, Qatar Airways has strengthened its partnership with IAG and its carriers to expand global connectivity between the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East. Following the successful codeshare launch with Aer Lingus in 2024, Qatar Airways has grown its partnership with Aer Lingus to share code on the Irish carrier’s flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to 11 U.S. cities, including Boston, Bradley International in Connecticut, Cleveland, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Nashville, Newark, Orlando, Philadelphia, and soon to Las Vegas.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:23:28 +0000

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, celebrated the launch of two new routes into Southeast Asia, bringing the airline’s global network to 83 destinations. On 2 October, the airline operated its first-ever flight to Medan in Sumatra, Indonesia, followed by the launch of flights to Phnom Penh, the capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia, on 3 October. These new routes strengthen the airline’s commitment to enhancing global connectivity and enriching cultural exchange and economic connections between Southeast Asia and markets across the Middle East, Europe and Africa. “We’re proud to expand our network in Southeast Asia, inviting more guests across the region to explore our home with a convenient and direct route to Abu Dhabi, creating new connections for commerce and tourism between Abu Dhabi and the region. We’re also pleased to encourage and inspire travel to these two new culturally rich and diverse places, both Sumatra and Phnom Penh are extraordinary destinations with both natural and man-made wonders to offer and explore,” said, Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer at Etihad Airways.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:32:54 +0000

World of Hyatt, the award-winning loyalty program from Hyatt, is announcing a new regional collaboration with HYROX Asia Pacific—one of the world’s premier fitness racing series. As HYROX’s Official Hotel Partner across Asia Pacific, World of Hyatt highlights the continued commitment of every Hyatt hotel to providing exceptional hospitality experiences that meet the evolving needs of today’s travelers. HYROX is known for its innovative race format that combines running with functional workouts, attracting thousands of fitness enthusiasts across the region. Each race challenges participants to push their limits and compete alongside athletes from around the world. To complement the HYROX experience, participating Hyatt hotels across Asia Pacific will offer tailored wellness-focused stays designed to support athletes and guests throughout their race journey—from thoughtful amenities, nutritious dining options, and access to wellness facilities that help them prepare and recover at their best. Whether staying in a luxury city hotel or a modern extended-stay property, guests may choose from distinctive stay options suited to their travel preferences.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:31:52 +0000

Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World is putting the Philippines in the spotlight with a dedicated pavilion highlighting the country’s dynamic, diverse hospitality and tourism sector throughout the event, taking place at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, 27-29 October.  Philippine tourism is experiencing a massive rebound, with the number of visitors rising 36-fold from 164,000 in 2021 to nearly 6 million in 2024, and over 3.9 million tourist arrivals from January to August this year alone. The country is aiming for more than 10 million visitors and an additional 120,000 new hotel rooms by 2028.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 08:33:35 +0000

Dubai Airports today announced the next phase of its accessibility strategy, a renewed 10-year commitment to transform both Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) into the world’s most accessible and inclusive airports by 2035. The long-term plan focuses on maintaining strong foundations, enhancing the guest experience across all touchpoints, and positioning DXB and DWC as global leaders in inclusive travel. The strategy aligns with international best practice, the UAE’s commitment to the rights of People of Determination (PoD), and Dubai’s vision to be a disability-friendly city.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 07:39:39 +0000

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announces that the Park Hyatt brand’s commitment to personalized luxury is reflected not only in its philosophy to provide service at the highest standard, but also in the brand’s thoughtful approach to entering desirable locations across the globe. In 2025, Hyatt commemorates the 45th anniversary of Park Hyatt—an iconic brand that has helped redefine luxury hospitality since the debut of Park Hyatt Chicago in 1980. The first global Park Hyatt marketing campaign in over five years, Luxury is Personal, showcases the brand’s articulation of intuitive service and intentional enrichment. Through a subtle symphony of refined details, each Park Hyatt stay experience is composed to enrich the way our guests stay with us. From scent, to space, to service, the campaign captures the quiet resonance and seamless sensory harmony that occurs when each detail is orchestrated with care and attuned to the individual.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:29:36 +0000

Emirates and flydubai have signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Dubai Finance (DOF) to advance digital payment initiatives and promote ‘Dubai Cashless Strategy’ among international tourists, cementing the city’s position as a global digital economy hub. With over 18.7 million tourists visiting Dubai in 2024, cash-reliant travellers represent the emirate’s greatest untapped potential for digital payment adoption. Two separate MoUs were signed by Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer and Hamad Obaidalla, flydubai’s Chief Commercial Officer with Ahmad Ali Meftah, Executive Director of the Central Accounts Sector at DOF, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, His Excellency Abdulrahman Saleh Al Saleh, Director General of DOF along with senior Emirates Group and flydubai executives.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:27:58 +0000

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is unlocking more opportunities for travel with the addition of six weekly flights to its London Heathrow schedule, starting 26 October 2025. The boosted schedule for the winter season follows record growth and demand, providing more convenience and departure time choices for travellers journeying to and from London Heathrow, and is well-timed to serve the year-end travel peak. Emirates already flies six times a day to and from London Heathrow, and all flights are served by its flagship Airbus A380. The additional flights will operate on all days except for Fridays during the winter period with the airline’s Boeing 777-300ER, offering over 350 seats each way in a three-class configuration split between First, Business, and Economy.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:25:24 +0000

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the continued growth of voco through nine new signings and openings across Southern Europe, adding over 1,000 keys to the brand’s portfolio. The accelerated growth sees properties in France, Italy, Portugal, Spain and Türkiye significantly strengthen IHG’s premium presence in the region. Since launching in 2018, voco has quickly become the fastest growing brand within IHG’s premium segment, having recently celebrated the milestone of 100 open hotels globally. Building on this success, the new signings and openings join 35* open and 22* pipeline voco properties across Europe. Each voco property is distinct, with an inviting atmosphere which creates a space where guests can truly unwind and feel at ease, whilst also ensuring the reliability of a global brand.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:24:43 +0000

InterContinental, the world’s first and largest international luxury hotel brand, continues its legacy of pioneering in new destinations with the opening of InterContinental Sapporo, offering guests rich cultural discovery in one of Japan’s most captivating destinations. Sapporo, located on Hokkaido – Japan’s northernmost island – is renowned as a world-class winter resort destination with scenic ski slopes, a distinct culinary scene, and its status as a UNESCO Creative City of Media Arts. InterContinental Sapporo serves as an ideal gateway for guests to connect to the cultural heartbeat of the city, set within the Nakajima Park area and moments from the vibrant Susukino entertainment district. The guest journey has been designed around the brand’s vision of facilitating cultural discovery, leaning on unrivalled concierge knowledge to deliver rich experiences for modern day travellers.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:21:57 +0000

Hilton has announced it has reached the milestone of 9,000 hotels globally, representing nearly three openings per day since reaching 8,000 hotels just a year ago.  Driven by owner interest in Hilton’s brands around the world and strong conversion activity, Hilton continues to grow its portfolio at a robust pace.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:19:25 +0000

Hilton has announced the signing of a landmark agreement between its flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and INSPIRE Entertainment Resort, one of Asia’s premier leisure destinations. INSPIRE Entertainment Resort will continue to manage the property under a franchise agreement. South Korea is a premier destination for leisure travel within Asia, attracting a growing number of visitors each year. The nation’s vibrant tourism industry shows no signs of slowing down, with increasing interest from both domestic and international travelers.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:16:07 +0000

Hilton has announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Mexico City Polanco, a 10-story hotel strategically located in the stylish Polanco neighborhood known for its cultural attractions, posh shopping district and worldly cuisine and vibrant nightlife. Owned by Grupo Hotelero Gosa, the hotel features 81 thoughtfully designed guest rooms and an outdoor restaurant with views of the Chapultepec Castle, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:13:43 +0000

Oman is set to open 9,600 new hotel rooms between now and 2030, with 2,600 scheduled for completion by the end of 2025, says leading real estate advisory group and property consultant, Cavendish Maxwell. The upcoming keys will boost Oman’s existing inventory of 36,000 rooms by more than 25%, the company said. Cavendish Maxwell’s latest Oman Hospitality Market Performance insight and analysis reveals that 3-5 star hotel revenues rose to OMR141.2 million (US$367 million) in the first half of 2025, an increase of 18.2% on H1 last year. Room revenues contributed OMR83.7 million (US$217.5 million) – up nearly 22%.
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:10:00 +0000

With just days to go before this year’s Synergy – The Retreat Show takes place, the world’s only international trade show exclusively dedicated to wellness travel is excited to reveal its programme and speaker line-up of its fourth and most resonant edition. Held in the enchanting blue zone of Sardinia, Italy, from 7th to 10th October 2025, the show will gather global wellness leaders, visionaries and creatives under the transformative theme “The Role of the Arts in Healing.”
at Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:08:03 +0000

Created in partnership with Princess Cruises, world-renowned global mixologist and Princess ambassador Rob Floyd presents Sip at Sea: A Princess Cruises Cocktail Collection – an imaginative and interactive cocktail book now available on Amazon and onboard all 17 Princess ships.
at Sun, 05 Oct 2025 06:17:36 +0000

Fairmont Mayakoba, the luxury beachfront haven set in the heart of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, unveils a multi-day celebration of Día de Muertos, one of the country’s most vibrant and beloved holidays. From October 31 to November 2, the idyllic seaside escape will bring treasured traditions to life through vibrant celebrations, hands-on workshops, and chef-driven experiences amidst the lush mangroves, tranquil canals, and pristine white-sand beaches.
at Sun, 05 Oct 2025 06:14:52 +0000

Building on the success of its inaugural edition, Manar Abu Dhabi will once again illuminate the archipelagos, mangroves, and oases of Abu Dhabi from November 15, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Organized by the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), this public light art exhibition aims to inspire creativity and celebrate the emirate’s unique natural landscapes.
at Sun, 05 Oct 2025 06:09:04 +0000

Thoughtworks, a global technology consultancy that integrates design, engineering and AI to drive digital innovation, today announced it has been selected by British Airways Holidays to support in the design and delivery of a market-leading digital retail platform that will offer customers an improved experience which aims to guide and assist them throughout their travel experience.
at Sun, 05 Oct 2025 06:07:34 +0000