(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels, a prominent hotel owner and operator with a global portfolio, has named Lokesh Kumar as Vice President of Development for the Middle East. With over 23 years of strategic leadership experience, Lokesh brings a wealth of expertise in managing owner relationships and executing public-private partnerships to drive revenue and optimize costs…. Read the full news article
Everhome Suites Continues to Grow with its Third Opening and Over 60 Hotels in the Pipeline (IN SHORT) Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has inaugurated the Everhome Suites in Nampa, Idaho, marking the brand’s third opening, with projections for more than 10 additional hotels within the next year. The Nampa property, boasting the brand’s… Read the full news article
HOTEL STRATFORD SAN FRANCISCO – HANDWRITTEN COLLECTION WILL OPEN ITS DOORS TO GUESTS THIS SUMMER (IN SHORT) San Francisco welcomes the inaugural U.S. location of Accor’s Handwritten Collection brand with Hotel Stratford, owned and operated by Frame Ventures. Situated in the vibrant Union Square, the European-style boutique hotel offers 94 elegantly refurbished rooms and introduces… Read the full news article
Two Hyatt-branded hotels set to debut in Madinah as Hyatt House Madinah KEC and Hyatt Centric Madinah KEC (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the signing of management agreements with Knowledge Economic City (KEC) for two new Hyatt-branded hotels in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The properties, Hyatt House Madinah KEC and Hyatt Centric Madinah KEC,… Read the full news article
Blending natural beauty with contemporary Chinese aesthetics, the spiritual hideaway invites guests to enjoy elevated experiences. (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation has unveiled the Yada Xishan Hotel Yixing, its first Hyatt-branded property in Yixing and the latest addition to The Unbound Collection by Hyatt portfolio. Situated in the picturesque Yangxian Ecotourism Resort, this 102-room sanctuary… Read the full news article
Hospitality group eyes 50 properties in 10 years as it opens Bengaluru office and counts down to Anantara debut (IN SHORT) Minor Hotels, a prominent global hotel owner and operator, is ramping up its presence in the Indian hospitality market, aiming to open 50 new properties within the next decade. Focusing on upper-upscale and luxury… Read the full news article
Highlighted by the region’s first contemporary ryokan experience, the all-new Four Seasons is an expression of modernity in one of Japan’s most storied cities (IN SHORT) The highly anticipated Four Seasons Hotel Osaka is now accepting reservations for its grand opening scheduled for this summer. Situated in the vibrant Dojima district, the hotel promises a… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Radisson Hotel Group partners with Redevco to introduce the Radisson Collection brand to Paris with the upcoming opening of a landmark hotel in the BPM development near the Louvre Museum and Le Marais. Scheduled to welcome guests in early 2027, the hotel will offer 57 rooms spread across the fifth to eighth floors… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle, the first upscale Radisson-branded hotel in Morocco, welcomes guests to the vibrant Gauthier district in Casablanca. Boasting 133 spacious rooms and suites, the hotel offers a harmonious blend of comfort and convenience, complemented by exquisite dining experiences at Braise Restaurant and Bliss rooftop bar. With state-of-the-art meeting… Read the full news article
Hot on the heels of opening 10 hotels last year, including its first properties in Greece, Japan, and Nepal, Dusit is on course to open even more properties this year – including the highly anticipated return of its legendary flagship Dusit Thani Bangkok and its debut in Saudi Arabia with Dusit Princess Al Majma’ah, Riyadh. (IN SHORT) Dusit… Read the full news article
A second Hyatt hotel debuts in the City of Joy, Ballygunge Kolkata, marking the seventh Hyatt Centric in India (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation celebrates the grand opening of Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata, in partnership with Mukti Projects Limited, marking the brand’s debut in the vibrant City of Joy. With 93 contemporary rooms and suites,… Read the full news article
A global collection of carefully curated hotels provides members with authentic local experiences for earning and redeeming valuable World of Hyatt points (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation unveils the integration of more than 700 boutique and luxury hotels and villas from Mr & Mrs Smith into its World of Hyatt loyalty program, providing members with… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Marriott International, Inc. has revealed plans for its second Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Saudi Arabia through a partnership with NEOM. Set to debut in Trojena, a picturesque mountain retreat in the northwest, the resort promises an exclusive luxury experience tailored for discerning travelers. With 60 opulent villas and a host of amenities including a… Read the full news article
Regional survey by Marriott Bonvoy uncovers key traits of travel-oriented, value-driven Gen-Zs and Millennials (IN SHORT) Marriott Bonvoy conducted a survey among Gen Zs and Millennials in Asia Pacific (APEC), revealing that a majority of them prefer belonging to a single loyalty travel program. Identified as “Savvy Explorers,” they prioritize maximizing travel value and unique… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Six Senses Kyoto unveils its doors, marking the brand’s debut in Japan and a significant addition to its expanding urban collection. Positioned amidst Kyoto’s iconic heritage sites, the hotel blends modern luxury with traditional Japanese aesthetics, offering guests an immersive experience in the heart of the ancient capital. Drawing inspiration from Kyoto’s golden… Read the full news article
Nine top titles awarded to IHG properties – A total of four Six Senses and two Regent hotels are featured in Condé Nast Traveler Hot List, Travel + Leisure’s It List and AFAR’s Best New Hotels. (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrates a remarkable achievement as nine of its properties, including four Six Senses… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Amadeus welcomes Mark Cullen as the Chief Commercial Officer of Cytric, its end-to-end corporate travel and expense solution. Mark, based in Boston, United States, will lead all commercial activities, focusing on expanding Cytric Solutions globally. The appointment highlights Amadeus’ commitment to the corporate travel sector, particularly in collaboration with Microsoft to integrate the… Read the full news article
Growth plans across the continent reflect the confidence owners continue have in the company (IN SHORT) Marriott International, Inc. announces ambitious growth plans at the International Hospitality Investment Forum in Berlin, aiming to add nearly 100 properties and over 12,000 rooms to its European portfolio through conversion and adaptive reuse projects by the end of… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts announces a strategic partnership with Felix Capital to introduce the Holiday Inn & Suites brand to the Sunshine Coast with the opening of Holiday Inn & Suites Caloundra Sunshine Coast in early 2028. Located in the heart of Caloundra overlooking pristine beaches, this 160-room hotel, including 33 suites, will… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts, in collaboration with NOVUM Hospitality, announces a landmark agreement poised to double IHG’s footprint in Germany, a pivotal market for hospitality. This partnership, spanning 30 years with the option for renewal, will see up to 108 NOVUM Hospitality hotels, along with 11 under development, integrated into IHG’s system by… Read the full news article
Brand now available in more key international markets (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts is rapidly expanding its midscale conversion brand, Garner hotels, across the Europe, Middle East, Asia & Africa (EMEAA) region, signaling a significant stride towards its goal of achieving more than 500 hotels in the next decade. Following strategic agreements and successful… Read the full news article
LED BY ITS 45+ DIVERSE AND ICONIC HOSPITALITY BRANDS ACCOR SEEKS TO DRIVE THE INDUSTRY FORWARD WITH AN OPEN MIND FOR INFINITE POSSIBILITIES AND A HEART-CENTRED APPROACH TO DOING WHAT IS BEST FOR PEOPLE AND THE PLANET (IN SHORT) Accor, a leading hospitality group, is poised to revolutionize the industry with its diverse portfolio of… Read the full news article
Caption by Hyatt Experiencing Momentum Globally with Hotels Planned in the U.S. and Asia Pacific (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation celebrates the groundbreaking of Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga in Tennessee, marking the brand’s continued expansion and innovation in the hospitality sector. Developed by 3H Group Inc., the hotel combines upscale design with the convenience of… Read the full news article
The world’s best known economy hotel brand celebrates 50 years of market leadership, democratised travel and the people who made it possible (IN SHORT) As ibis, the renowned economy hotel brand, commemorates its 50th anniversary, it reflects on its journey of democratizing travel and hospitality. Established in 1974 with core values of affordability, innovation, and… Read the full news article
Fairfield by Marriott expands its global footprint with the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Copenhagen Nordhavn, marking its first hotel opening within Europe (IN SHORT) Fairfield by Marriott, a trusted brand within Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio, celebrates its European debut with the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Copenhagen Nordhavn in Copenhagen’s vibrant North Harbour district. This… Read the full news article
With 180 hotels open and nearly 90 hotels in the pipeline, Hilton is on track to expand its portfolio of hotels by 50% over the next 5 years (IN SHORT) Hilton, a global hospitality giant, is poised to revolutionize the Canadian hospitality scene with ambitious growth strategies. With 180 hotels currently open and nearly 90 in… Read the full news article
NH Collection Sandton to be launched in Africa’s richest square mile (IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has inked a significant deal with The Cavaleros Group to manage a hotel in Johannesburg’s Sandton district, marking the introduction of the NH Collection brand to Africa. Scheduled to commence operations on July 1st, 2024, the 329-key property will undergo… Read the full news article
New packages and rates from the luxury tented camp in northern Thailand include deals for Songkran water festival in April, the summer holiday period, families, couples and individual travellers (PRESS RELEASE) CHIANG RAI, THAILAND, 2024-Apr-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Visama Mae Chan luxury tented camp in Chiang Rai, northern Thailand, has announced special… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Hilton has acquired a majority controlling interest in Sydell Group to expand its NoMad Hotels brand globally, marking its entry into the luxury lifestyle hotel market. Led by founder Andrew Zobler, Sydell has created dynamic lifestyle brands, including NoMad, known for exceptional food and beverage offerings, interior design, and service. With plans for… Read the full news article
With design inspired by artistic movements of the early 1900s, Curio Collection by Hilton makes its debut in Florence (IN SHORT) Hilton introduces its upscale Curio Collection by Hilton brand to Florence with the opening of Anglo American Hotel Florence. Situated in the heart of the city, the hotel boasts 118 rooms and suites alongside… Read the full news article