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Cloud-native spa and leisure business management and bookings platform TRYBE has announced its integration with Customer Data Platform (CDP) and hotel middleware provider IRECKONU, setting a new standard for creating seamless, personalised, and memorable guest experiences across the hospitality industry.
This powerful integration connects spa, leisure, and activity booking and customer data from TRYBE directly into IRECKONU’s platform, enriching centralized guest profiles by unifying customer data with insights that extend well beyond accommodation.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:09:12 +0000
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Virgin Atlantic is strengthening its commitment to the Caribbean, unveiling new and expanded partnerships that give customers even more choice and flexibility when exploring the region.
From 4th November, Virgin Atlantic will launch a new interline agreement with InterCaribbean Airways, offering seamless connections to 11 stunning destinations across the Caribbean. This includes new links from Barbados and Antigua to islands such as Dominica, St Lucia, St Kitts, Grenada, Kingston, and Turks & Caicos, as well as onward travel to Georgetown, Guyana – a route long requested by customers.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:06:16 +0000
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Artificial intelligence isn’t just reshaping travel technology, it’s reshaping the way travel leaders think, work, and create. From using AI to communicate more clearly to embedding it into enterprise platforms that forecast demand and personalize experiences, executives across the industry are finding new ways to collaborate with machines.
Some embrace AI as an everyday assistant; others approach it with caution, mindful of preserving human creativity and judgment. Yet all agree: the potential is enormous, and we’re only at the beginning of understanding how these tools will redefine travel, business, and leadership itself.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:08:38 +0000
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For one week only, discerning travellers can enjoy timeless elegance at The Peninsula Hotels worldwide at limited-time rates.
The Peninsula Hotels, whose celebrated properties have long epitomised excellence and distinction, are offering travellers an exclusive opportunity to enjoy savings across its portfolio. From 27 November and for seven days only, guests can save 25 percent on suites and 20 percent on rooms at any of The Peninsula’s 12 iconic locations worldwide when booking directly on peninsula.com.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:31:15 +0000
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Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol invites guests to set sail on CIAO, a new private yacht experience designed for resort guests. Further underscoring its dedication to crafting unforgettable moments, this luxurious offering is where breathtaking coastal views, attentive service, and the spirit of Baja unite to create a truly remarkable and luxurious escape.
“Reflecting the resort’s La Buena Vida philosophy, CIAO brings the allure of our modern hacienda lifestyle onto the water,” says Richard Raab, General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Cabo Del Sol. “It’s a gateway for guests to uncover and appreciate Cabo’s coastline from a new perspective, where the region’s natural beauty meets the exceptional care and creativity that defines Four Seasons.”
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:29:58 +0000
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Kempinski Hotels has announced the appointment of seasoned hospitality executive, Alan Chin, as Managing Director for Greater China and Mongolia and General Manager of KEY International Hotels Management Co. Ltd, in a move to strengthen the group’s presence and accelerate growth in one of its most dynamic markets. In this role, Alan will join Kempinski’s Group Executive Committee and oversee the brand’s operations and development across the region, driving expansion and supporting the company’s ongoing business transformation.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:25:52 +0000
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Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) is proud to announce the appointment of Celine Du as Chief Commercial and Marketing Officer effective 1 November 2025.
A seasoned commercial strategist with over three decades of experience across some of the world’s most prestigious luxury hotel brands, Celine brings deep expertise in driving revenue growth, strengthening brand equity, and building high-performing teams.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:24:38 +0000
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Plug in the lights and cue the smiles. This holiday season, Wyndham Rewards® is teaming up with beloved actress Beverly D’Angelo, forever known for her role as Ellen Griswold in the classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, to gift Wyndham Rewards members with a complimentary, limited time, one-level status upgrade. Translation? Extra perks sure to make your “holiday road” a little smoother—no station wagon required.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:16:05 +0000
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Ciel Dubai Marina is now officially open within IHG’s Vignette Collection. Setting a new global benchmark as the world’s tallest hotel, the ambitious project – led by Dubai developer The First Group – underscores Vignette Collection’s vision to offer one-of-a-kind stays in destinations to remember. The architectural marvel spans 82 floors which collectively rise 377 meters above Dubai and is home to one of the world’s highest infinity pools.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:14:05 +0000
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InterContinental is continuing its legacy of pioneering new destinations with the opening of InterContinental Halong Bay Resort. Within the twice-recognised UNESCO World Heritage Site, InterContinental – the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand – will open a landmark resort overlooking green-clad mountain islands and azure, blue sea.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:11:19 +0000
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Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, christened its newest ship, Oceania Allura™, with a dazzling Miami pierside ceremony, culminating in a first-of-its-kind godparent christening.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:07:08 +0000
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A gastronomic journey with Michelin-starred Chef Fei at Cherry Garden by Chef Fei awaits as he returns to Singapore from 17 to 22 November 2025. Experience the artistry of his culinary creations and discover the inspirations behind his Cantonese and Teochew specialities.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:05:38 +0000
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MSC Cruises has unveiled its most impressive Black Friday sale to date, offering up to 50% off thousands of sailings in 2026 and 2027. From sun-soaked escapes in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, to cultural adventures across Northern Europe - including convenient departures direct from Southampton - this is the moment to plan your next unforgettable cruise at an incredible price.
at Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:03:33 +0000
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Due to the changing global travel scene, travellers tend to explore less-visited exotic destinations in lieu of the established tourist destinations. Offbeat destinations are enjoying an impressive influx of visitors, starting with the turquoise lagoons of Seychelles, to the terraced sceneries of Vietnam. Offbeat destination travel insurance policies have increased by almost 45%, highlighting a change in the mentality of travellers towards financial security and safety.
at Sun, 16 Nov 2025 20:20:07 +0000
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Jacada Travel, a leader in positive impact luxury travel, has expanded its Positive Impact Collection with 14 remarkable properties, extending its reach into four new regions: Norway, the Seychelles, Argentina and the Maldives. The additions demonstrate that travel, when done thoughtfully, can leave a positive impact on a destination.
at Sun, 16 Nov 2025 06:09:30 +0000
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Princess Cruises has partnered with Handshake Speakeasy, named The Best Bar in North America 2025 by World’s 50 Best Bars for two consecutive years and celebrated for its inventive cocktail craftsmanship in the heart of Mexico City. This groundbreaking collaboration introduces five exclusive, bespoke cocktails, meticulously composed by Handshake’s award-winning mixologists and are set to debut aboard Princess Cruises.
at Sun, 16 Nov 2025 05:56:07 +0000
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The highly anticipated new addition to St. Pete Beach’s vibrant shoreline, The Luce, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is set to make its debut early 2026. Owned by The LCP Group & Safanad, and managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, the hotel serves as the newest addition to the Tribute Portfolio brand, the growing collection of characterful, independent hotels from Marriott Bonvoy. With 200 stylish accommodations, including a selection of bungalow studio suites, The Luce will offer guests a playful yet polished nine-acre beachfront retreat designed for both relaxation and celebration.
at Sun, 16 Nov 2025 05:52:54 +0000
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The highly anticipated new addition to St. Pete Beach’s vibrant shoreline, The Luce, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is set to make its debut early 2026. Owned by The LCP Group & Safanad, and managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, the hotel serves as the newest addition to the Tribute Portfolio brand, the growing collection of characterful, independent hotels from Marriott Bonvoy. With 200 stylish accommodations, including a selection of bungalow studio suites, The Luce will offer guests a playful yet polished nine-acre beachfront retreat designed for both relaxation and celebration.
at Sun, 16 Nov 2025 05:52:17 +0000
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The Peninsula Beverly Hills, an exclusive retreat that resembles a private residence built in the classic Renaissance style, debuts a refreshed design to its 195 guestrooms and expansive rooftop. To lead this new chapter, the hotel partnered with premier global interior design firm Hirsch Bedner Associates, who approached the project with deep respect for the property’s French-inspired aesthetic.
“As we look ahead to celebrating the hotel’s 35th anniversary of providing exceptional hospitality in 2026, this refurbishment involves more than introducing modern updates,” said Managing Director Offer Nissenbaum. “It’s a continuation of a legacy and an embodiment of the care and artistry that have defined The Peninsula Beverly Hills since its inception.”
at Sun, 16 Nov 2025 05:03:34 +0000
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The happy place of vacationers has officially arrived. Celebrity Xcel has arrived in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, introducing seven brand-new experiences designed to offer guests endless possibilities on their dream vacation. The fifth ship in Celebrity Cruises’ groundbreaking Edge Series, Celebrity Xcel was created with the help of vacationers globally through the Xcel Dream Makers program, where participants played a key role in finalizing many elements of the vacation experience from culinary through to entertainment.
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 08:58:51 +0000
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Seabourn, the leader in luxury cruising and expedition travel, is set to kick off the holiday and gift-giving season in style and with savings through its annual ‘Black Friday Sail.’ Available now through December 2, 2025, choose the gift of seamless travel with exceptional, value-added benefits on select 2026 and 2027 luxury ocean and expedition voyages across all seven continents, including:
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 08:54:14 +0000
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With the return of Waldorf Astoria New York, Hilton’s flagship luxury brand ushers in a new era defined by cultural cachet and an expanded global footprint. The legendary Park Avenue landmark has officially opened following an unprecedented restoration – a moment punctuated by a grand opening celebration that reintroduced one of the world’s most iconic ballrooms to a new generation of tastemakers.
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 08:45:45 +0000
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Hilton has announced the signing of Signia by Hilton Tainan in partnership with Forte Hotel Group. The newest brand in Hilton’s luxury portfolio invites guests to experience the aura of distinction and sophistication with refined moments of personalized service, cosmopolitan amenities and signature spaces to celebrate special milestones or worldly events.
Debuting in July 2026 in the heart of Tainan, Taiwan’s oldest city and a rich cultural heritage destination, the 344-room hotel will make its mark as the first Signia by Hilton in Asia-Pacific.
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 08:22:58 +0000
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China Travel Online (CBISN) and Taiba Investments signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during WTM London to launch the China MICE Summit (CMS) in Riyadh in 2026, marking the first dedicated China-focused MICE B2B event in the Middle East.
The initiative aims to link top-tier Chinese MICE decision-makers with tourism and hospitality suppliers from Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East—supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 ambitions to strengthen its global business events presence.
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 08:19:30 +0000
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Princess Cruises will ring in the new year with a spectacular “cruise” down Colorado Boulevard as a larger-than-life floral replica of its newest ship, Star Princess, “sets sail” in the world-famous Rose Parade® presented by Honda, on January 1, 2026, in Pasadena, Calif. Designed to capture the awe and wonder of sailing through Alaska’s legendary Inside Passage, the float will celebrate the upcoming 2026 inaugural Alaska season for Star Princess, the newest star in the Princess fleet.
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 07:00:46 +0000
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oneworld’s top 10 most-searched-for destinations for Round the World travel in 2026 on oneworld.com reveal a mix of iconic cities and global gateways. The top destinations are:
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 06:57:48 +0000
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Alaska Airlines is now selling tickets to Rome from our expanding global gateway in Seattle – another milestone as a growing global airline. We’ll offer daily, seasonal summer service between Seattle and Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino International Airport in Rome beginning on April 28, 2026.
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 06:08:36 +0000
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Paramount Business Jets (PBJ), one of America’s most trusted names in private aviation, proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary—marking two decades of industry leadership, innovation, and unwavering commitment to transparency and client care.
Founded in 2005 by CEO Richard Zaher with a $5,000 family loan and an unshakable belief that honesty and safety should define air charter, PBJ has grown from a small startup into a global leader in private jet charter services.
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:49:21 +0000
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Canada’s most storied coastal resort has entered a bold new chapter. InnVest Hotels proudly announces a multi-million dollar reimagination of The Algonquin Resort St. Andrews by-the-Sea, Autograph Collection, ushering in a new era that blends historic East Coast charm with modern sophistication. This transformation marks a once-in-a-generation investment to the legacy of one of New Brunswick’s most treasured landmarks. As part of this transformation, the resort is redefining itself as a premier year-round destination, with enhanced experiences and the same exceptional service guests have come to expect.
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:47:15 +0000
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Celebrating 10 years in the skies, Four Seasons announces the debut of New World Icons, an all-new Private Jet Experience itinerary that invites guests to be the first to explore five first-time Private Jet destinations alongside the return of two beloved favourites, Hong Kong and Langkawi.
at Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:45:57 +0000
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A groundbreaking new chapter in Abu Dhabi’s luxury nightlife is set to unfold this November as Saikindō, a meticulously crafted Hi-Fi cocktail lounge inspired by Japan’s famed listening bars, makes its highly anticipated debut at Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island. More than just a bar opening, Saikindō signals the arrival of an entirely new genre of experiential mixology in the Middle East—one where sound, design, craftsmanship and the philosophy of Omotenashi converge to create a sensorial journey unlike anything the region has experienced.
at Fri, 14 Nov 2025 15:54:21 +0000
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TOURISE, the bold global platform shaping a new horizon for tourism, announced today that it has catalyzed investment portfolios totaling USD 113BN at the inaugural TOURISE Summit in Riyadh. The milestone reflects TOURISE’s mission to unlock high‑value deal flow by convening public and private sector leaders across tourism, technology, investment, and sustainability to set a shared roadmap for the next 50 years of global tourism
at Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:35:53 +0000
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Launched today at the TOURISE Summit, the TOURISE Destination Initiative (TDI) brings together global leaders from government, international organizations, academia, and the private sector, to transform destinations into living laboratories for tourism innovation. Guided by its Declaration of Principles, TDI champions safety, environmental stewardship, cultural preservation, and community-centered development through responsible technology and multi-sector collaboration.
at Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:28:44 +0000
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Launched today at the inaugural TOURISE Summit, the ‘New Codes of Luxury: Elevating the Hospitality Guest Experience with AI’ white paper, produced by The Future Laboratory in partnership with Together Group, reveals how AI will redefine service, personalization, and the very meaning of luxury for a new generation of global travelers.
at Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:25:11 +0000
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The Agentic Tourism Initiative was unveiled today at the inaugural TOURISE Summit, introducing the world’s first Agentic Protocol for Tourism, a universal digital framework set to transform every stage of the traveler’s journey.
at Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:19:19 +0000
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Mews, the leading operating system for hospitality and shared spaces, has launched a new report exploring how intelligent agents will reshape hotel operations. Hospitality is entering a new stage of digital maturity, driven by agentic AI. According to the new report, Agentic AI for Hotels: The Mews Vision for AI in Hospitality, the shift from assistive to autonomous intelligence will redefine how hotels operate, learn, and deliver experiences in the decade ahead.
Building on the connected ecosystem that Mews has been developing for more than a decade – and accelerated by the recent acquisition of DataChat, a leading generative AI analytics company – agentic AI will enable a new level of coordination across revenue, operations, and guest experience.
at Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:52:59 +0000
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Etihad Airways has continued its record-setting performance, achieving its strongest nine-month results in history and sustaining growth across all core business areas. The performance highlights the airline’s growth, rising customer satisfaction, and continued efficiency improvements.
Profit after tax reached AED 1.7 billion (U.S.$ 463 million) for the first nine months of 2025, up 26 per cent compared to the same period last year, lifting the airline’s profit margin to 8 per cent, compared to 7 per cent for the same period last year.
at Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:49:51 +0000
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The Board of Directors of Malaysia Aviation Group (“MAG”) today announced that Datuk Captain Izham Ismail will be retiring from his position as Group Managing Director effective 31 January 2026, following an accomplished career spanning more than four decades with the company. In line with the Group’s strategic succession plan, the Board has appointed Captain Nasaruddin A. Bakar (“Captain Nasa”) as President and Group Chief Executive Officer, a new designation succeeding the former Group Managing Director.
at Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:07:37 +0000
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In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Melissa, Jamaica has shown once again why it is considered one of the most resilient tourism destinations in the world. Heavy rains and localized flooding affected some communities, but the island’s spirit, infrastructure, and tourism industry have remained firmly intact. In a widely viewed FOX News interview, Minister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett delivered a clear and powerful message to global travellers: “The best way to support us is to visit us.”
at Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:02:54 +0000
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As we prepare for 2026, hotels embracing unified, all-in-one property-management platforms are redefining efficiency, enhancing guest engagement, and building the foundation for the AI-driven future
at Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:00:03 +0000
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