(IN SHORT) Marriott International and FÁBRICA DE HOTÉIS LTDA have signed a multi‑unit development deal to open seven City Express by Marriott hotels in Northeast Brazil, part of a 15‑year plan to establish 30 properties across the region. The announcement, made at a ceremony in Porto de Galinhas, extends the brand’s rapid growth in the CALA… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts will serve as the Official Hotel Partner for Soccer7sSeries when the three‑day seven‑a‑side football tournament takes place in Singapore from July 25 to 27, 2025. The event brings together Men’s Open, Women’s U21/academy teams and Legends in a Masters competition, featuring clubs from major football nations. IHG will host participants and fans across… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts and partner Nhance are launching voco The Club – Dublin Gateway, the network’s tenth property in Ireland, with full rebranding by summer 2025. Located on a 12‑acre estate in County Kildare, the 50‑room hotel offers scenic views of horse‑grazing fields, a brasserie‑style restaurant, outdoor spa, multiple meeting venues, and ample parking. The site benefits… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts and FET SYSTEM INC. will convert two existing properties into ANA Holiday Inns in 2026, introducing the first internationally branded hotels in Sanda and Tosu City. The 130‑room Kobe Sanda hotel and 126‑room Tosu hotel will undergo major refurbishments and adopt Holiday Inn’s Open Lobby concept. This move aligns with… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Great Wolf Resorts has appointed longtime finance leader Jay Markham as CFO. Markham, previously Senior Vice President of Finance, will oversee the company’s Finance, Accounting, and Procurement functions and join the executive team to drive growth, operational efficiency, and guest‑experience enhancements. He will manage a 110‑member finance organization, support recent lodge openings, and… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Hilton has signed Spark by Hilton Ponce, the inaugural Caribbean and Latin America outpost for its premium‑economy Spark brand, scheduled to open in late 2025. Owned by Ponce Resorts Inc. and managed by HI Development P.R. Corp., the 120‑room hotel will feature meeting facilities, a breakfast lounge, and an outdoor pool, with in‑room… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Four Seasons Resort Hualālai has named native Hawaiian Renson Madarang as Cultural Manager, entrusting him with the resort’s heritage programming and the Ka’ūpūlehu Cultural Center. Madarang’s responsibilities include curating interactive exhibits and classes—such as lei making, ʻukulele lessons, hula, and Hawaiian chant—and facilitating elders’ storytelling sessions. With qualifications in music, traditional weaving, featherwork,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Keystone Resorts have opened Fairmont Udaipur Palace, an 18-acre luxury resort in the Aravali Hills of Udaipur that fuses historic Rajputana design with modern amenities. The property comprises 327 rooms and suites across three wings—Sun, Moon, and Fire Palaces—featuring handcrafted details by local artisans. Guests can dine at… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek has launched an Antarctic-inspired suite in partnership with SeaWorld Orlando’s 60th anniversary and the new Antarctica Realm attraction. Available August 1–September 8, the one-bedroom suite features ice-themed décor, a kitchen for snow cones, interactive games, and a giant plush penguin. Package inclusions cover four SeaWorld admissions, parking, a Penguin… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Delaware North Parks and Resorts has completed major renovations at The Squire at Grand Canyon—introducing six kid-friendly suites, over 100 upgraded rooms, a refreshed lobby, and updated dining venues. The operator is also launching an IHG One Rewards promotion with 15% off, a $50 F&B credit, and 1,000 bonus points upon arrival. Renovations… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) TUI Group unveils TUI Blue Xiamen Seaside Hot Spring—its sixth hotel in China—featuring 340 rooms and a “Beauty Spring” marine hot spring rich in beneficial minerals, located seven kilometres from Jimei Beach. Owner Chen Aiqin highlights the decade of dedication behind the property and anticipates a bright future under the TUI Blue banner…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai has claimed the #1 Resort in Thailand title in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards, celebrating the property’s three-decade legacy of luxury hospitality. Located in Mae Rim Valley, the resort features private villas and residences amid rice paddies, sustainable gardening in partnership with local farmers, and wellness-centric amenities… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Ben Trodd, a Four Seasons executive of 25 years and former COO of Aman, has been appointed CEO of Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd.—the joint venture behind the upcoming Four Seasons Yachts—effective July 1, 2025. Trodd’s extensive background in sales, marketing and hotel operations positions him to oversee the technical, commercial and crew aspects… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Four Seasons Hotel Doha has clinched the #1 spot among city hotels in North Africa and the Middle East in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2025, voted for by the magazine’s global readership. Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the hotel’s 237 rooms and suites in West Bay feature a private beach,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Anantara Siam Bangkok is undertaking a USD 50 million, two-phase transformation to elevate its status as a living cultural landmark. Phase One (now–Nov 2025) reimagines guest rooms, Kasara Lounge, pool terrace, fitness centre and selected meeting spaces. Phase Two (May–Sep 2026) renovates pool villas, Parichart Court rooms, Spice Market restaurant, Kids’ Club, lobby,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Wizz Air is launching “My Journey,” a new mobile app feature that centralizes flight tracking, disruption assistance and alternative-travel options. As summer 2025 air traffic in Europe outpaces 2024 by 5% and pre-Covid volumes, the app consolidates status updates (check-in, gate, boarding), eligibility for meal vouchers, hotels or compensation, and the ability to… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Hilton Turin Centre, housed in a 1953 rationalist landmark, has opened its doors in the heart of Turin. The 175-room property—including 36 suites and a lavish Presidential Suite—features a spa, indoor pool, gym, lobby bar, Dehor garden and the MALÌA restaurant by Chef Luca Gubelli, blending Piedmontese and Asian flavors. The hotel offers… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Hilton has introduced LivSmart Studios by Hilton Tullahoma, its first extended-stay brand property, featuring 89 fully equipped studio suites and thoughtfully designed communal spaces. Grounded in extensive research and owner input, LivSmart Studios addresses the needs of guests staying ten nights or more and will soon open a 137-room hotel in Kokomo, Indiana…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) MGallery Collection’s inaugural Albanian property, Green Coast Hotel, opens on the Riviera with 131 rooms and suites inspired by the region’s architectural heritage. Guests arrive via Vlora Airport and can explore nearby beaches, ancient Berat, and the Caesar Trail. The resort blends minimalist design with local craft in its accommodations and offers two… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Niccolo Suzhou presents its “Summer Jewel” afternoon tea until 30 September 2025, capturing wax apple, plum, and longan in a colorful menu of savouries and desserts. Priced at CNY 688, the experience includes a selection of sweet and savory bites, scone, pass-around treats, and coffee or tea, with optional caviar and cocktails upgrades…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Verdura Resort’s new Longevity Programme at Irene Forte Spa immerses guests in the lifestyle and environment of Caltabellotta, Sicily—recently identified as an emerging Blue Zone by Professors Pes and Caruso. By integrating advanced diagnostics (blood panels, food-sensitivity testing, Wellness Age™ checks) with regional traditions—soil-to-table cuisine, nature treks, personalized skincare and spa rituals, and… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia has elevated Carole Palmieri to Commercial Director, entrusting her with shaping the hotel’s overall commercial vision and global sales initiatives. Since joining in 2021 as Director of Sales, she led her team to win the Pinnacle Award for Best Sales Team in the Americas and earn a place in… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Salamander Washington DC, located on the Southwest Waterfront, has joined the Legend Collection of Preferred Hotels & Resorts following a comprehensive property transformation. The 373-room hotel boasts redesigned communal areas, 51 Thomas Pheasant–styled suites, a dual-level spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, and an indoor pool with Potomac views. Its restaurant, Dōgon by Kwame Onwuachi,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Marriott International, alongside Calgary developers Truman and Louson, will introduce three new hotel brands and a residential component to the city’s Culture + Entertainment District. W Calgary (2028) will feature 157 rooms, 27 suites, 239 residences, a spa, rooftop bar, Living Room lounge, FIT studio, and event space. JW Marriott Calgary (2029) will… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has secured a conversion agreement with Taisei Yuraku Real Estate Co Ltd and Pacifica Hotels G.K. to launch Garner Hotel Kyoto Shijo Karasuma, a 103-room property in Kyoto’s Shijo Karasuma district. After a full-scale renovation integrating Garner’s hallmark aesthetics, the hotel will open in November 2025. Its prime location… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Sunderland AFC has entered a multi-year agreement with Delaware North to transform hospitality across general admission and premium spaces at the Stadium of Light. Ahead of the 2025-26 Premier League season, a seven-figure investment will fund the largest concourse refurbishment since 1997, featuring updated environments, an expanded beer range, local vendor partnerships, and… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Hilton has signed a management deal with M&L Group to rebrand The Hotel Maria in Helsinki as Waldorf Astoria Helsinki—Finland’s first Waldorf Astoria—later this year. Located in the historic Kruununhaka district, the 116-room property will remain open during its brief transition. Amenities will include signature restaurants, a refined bar, fitness facilities, and a… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Hilton has been named the Best Workplace in Sri Lanka™ 2025 by Great Place to Work®, topping the large-sized business category for the first time after four years as the leading hospitality employer. This recognition coincides with Hilton’s recent regional awards in Vietnam and the Philippines and comes as Sri Lanka’s tourism sector… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) All Nippon Airways has selected Naoki Takizawa (NAOKI TAKIZAWA DESIGN), Satoshi Kuwata (SETCHU), and adidas Japan to redesign uniforms across three core staff categories—Flight Operations, Hospitality, and Functional Departments—in time for the airline’s 75th anniversary in December 2027. The new apparel emphasizes ergonomic comfort, bespoke tailoring, and sports-grade performance, aiming to enhance employee… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Radisson Hotel Group has opened Radisson Resort Ruža Vjetrova in Dobra Voda, Montenegro, its newest premium beachfront resort on the Adriatic. The property features 170 stylish rooms and suites with private balconies overlooking the sea, two saltwater pools, private beach access, a yoga deck, tennis courts, and an open-air fitness terrace. Culinary offerings… Read the full news article