(IN SHORT) Villas of Distinction has launched a curated portfolio of five celebrity-inspired villas for group stays: Domaine Umbrella (the former Kennedy summer home) on France’s Côte d’Azur; Emara Estate in Turks and Caicos (once Prince’s beachfront haven); Invisible House in Joshua Tree, California (desert-scape glass retreat by Chris and Roberta Hanley); Necker Island in… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises stars in F1® THE MOVIE, which debuts globally today. The Apple Original Films production—directed by Joseph Kosinski, produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures—follows Brad Pitt and Damson Idris as drivers for the fictional APXGP Formula 1® team. MSC Cruises’ branding appears on cars, uniforms and racetrack signage,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has announced 32 new winter 2026–2027 voyages aboard Evrima and Luminara, including the first South Pacific and Hawaiian sailings. Evrima’s debut in French Polynesia and Hawaii will feature island-hopping itineraries from seven to twelve nights, leveraging its Marina for direct access to secluded lagoons and coral reefs alongside immersive… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has adopted a classroom at Dubai’s Al Noor Training Centre for People of Determination, sponsoring the SAIE Emerald Class of ten students for one year. Beginning June 24, 2025, the partnership funds transportation, specialist staff and therapies—including physiotherapy, occupational and speech therapy, vocational training and vision rehabilitation—to prepare students… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a franchise deal with Watercress Hotel International to launch Crowne Plaza Lagos Ikeja—its first Crowne Plaza in Nigeria—set to open in Q1 2028. Operated by Valor Hospitality Partners, the 119-room hotel occupies a prime location in Ikeja, close to the international airport, government offices, shopping and cultural… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has unveiled Garner Hotel Edinburgh – Haymarket, its 195-room midscale flagship in partnership with Palm Holdings. Located opposite Haymarket Station and close to major attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Murrayfield Stadium, the hotel offers reliable, essential comforts—including plush beds, blackout blinds, parking and round-the-clock snacks—alongside grab-and-go breakfasts. Ahead of… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) The Marcus Portrush, Tapestry Collection by Hilton has opened in a meticulously restored Victorian building on Northern Ireland’s Portrush coast, marking the brand’s regional debut. The 80-room hotel brings to life the adventures of “Marcus,” a fictional explorer whose narrative and artwork infuse public areas and guest rooms. An £11 million renovation preserves… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof has officially opened, marking the lifestyle brand’s debut in South Africa. Situated in the rejuvenated Longkloof district, the 154-room hotel combines historic architecture with contemporary design and is ideally located near major attractions like Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, and Clifton beaches. Its signature dining venue, Ongetem—helmed… Read the full news article
Protestors in Spain are becoming increasingly vocal about the impact of tourism in some areas and, in particular, short-term holiday lets that are forcing locals out of affordable housing. A leading travel expert says university rooms that would otherwise stand empty for the summer provide the solution. BARCELONA, Italy, 2025-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full news article
Wondering what can be done next if a wrong name appears on your booked Lufthansa ticket? Generally, if you ever get stuck in such a situation, you must correct the discrepancy in your name before you board the flight. Additionally, to proceed, the airline renders different approaches. Prior to that, you should get familiar with… Read the full news article