Preferred Hotels & Resorts Welcomes 30 New Member Properties Globally

(IN SHORT) Preferred Hotels & Resorts has added 30 new member properties to its global portfolio between April and June 2024. These new additions include a variety of unique hotels, such as a historic villa in Italy, a boutique resort in Mexico, and urban retreats in Atlanta and San Francisco. Each property offers personalized and… Read the full press release

Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo Opens in Hokkaido, Offering Modern Comfort and Easy Access to Sapporo’s Attractions

(IN SHORT) The Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo has officially opened in Sapporo City, Hokkaido, marking the brand’s first presence in the region and the eighth in Japan. This 321-room hotel is designed to accommodate both business and leisure travelers with modern amenities, including Serta™ beds, complimentary Wi-Fi, and scenic views. The hotel features dining venues… Read the full press release

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Releases Inaugural ESG Report Highlighting 2023 Achievements

(IN SHORT) The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority has released its first Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) Impact Report, detailing significant achievements in 2023. Key highlights include environmental efforts such as extensive recycling and the development of an 800-acre solar energy facility, social contributions including community donations and workforce development expos, and governance accomplishments like maintaining… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Enhances Guest Experience with Timeshifter Technology

Guests of InterContinental can now seamlessly traverse time zones using Timeshifter’s pioneering jetlag-combatting technology, one of several initiatives being introduced to help fight travel fatigue. (IN SHORT) InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Timeshifter to offer guests advanced jetlag-combatting technology as part of their global transformation. The Timeshifter app, based on circadian science, provides… Read the full press release