Marriott International brings City Express by Marriott to Japan with Osaka conversion, marking the brand’s Asia Pacific debut amid global expansion momentum

(NEWS) TOKYO, 2025-Nov-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International is bringing its fast-growing midscale brand City Express by Marriott to Japan, with two Osaka properties set to open in 2026 under a conversion and rebranding agreement with Pacifica Hotels G.K. The announcement marks the Asia Pacific debut of City Express by Marriott — a major… Read the full news article

From Miami Beach to San Francisco Nob Hill, Series by Marriott Makes Its Stylish U.S. Debut

(NEWS) BETHESDA, MD, 2025-Sep-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International has announced a landmark set of agreements with Hawkins Way Capital to introduce its newest collection brand, Series by Marriott™, into the U.S. market. The deal will see five FOUND Hotels in Miami, Santa Monica, San Francisco, Chicago, and San Diego transition into the Series… Read the full news article

voco Hotels Expansion Across Six Mexican Cities Highlights Mexico’s Growing Tourism and Hospitality Investment

(NEWS) MEXICO CITY, 2025-Sep-11 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of six new voco hotels across Mexico in partnership with Alliance Hotels, marking a major expansion of its premium brand in the country. Scheduled to open in 2027, the conversions will bring voco properties to Cancun, Guadalajara, Ciudad… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts Drives Hotel Growth with Conversion-Focused Brands and Strategic Partnerships

(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts continues to experience significant growth in conversions, with nearly 60 percent of global openings in Q1 2025 coming from conversions. Brands like Vignette Collection, voco hotels, and Garner hotels are driving this success, with new signings and openings worldwide. The acquisition of Ruby, IHG’s new premium urban lifestyle brand,… Read the full news article

DoubleTree by Hilton Celebrates 700th Hotel and Global Expansion with New Properties in Key Destinations

(IN SHORT) DoubleTree by Hilton has reached significant milestones with the opening of its 700th hotel and expanding into 60 countries and territories. Over the past year, the brand welcomed more than 40 new properties, including its debut in Nice, Laos, the Azores, and Malta. This expansion brings DoubleTree’s global footprint to more than ten… Read the full news article

Radisson Hotel Group Expands Leadership in Africa with Landmark Signings and Openings in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Cameroon

(IN SHORT) Radisson Hotel Group has reinforced its leadership position in Africa with 11 hotel signings and 7 openings over the past 15 months, reaching a portfolio of over 100 hotels across the continent. The Group has expanded into new markets such as Tanzania, Conakry, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, further solidifying its presence… Read the full news article

Marriott Partners with VERKEHRSBUERO HOSPITALITY to Open Five Hotels Across Austria, Including Debut of Four Points Flex by Sheraton

(IN SHORT) Marriott International has signed a multi-deal agreement with VERKEHRSBUERO HOSPITALITY to convert five Austrian properties into Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, AC Hotels, and Four Points Flex by Sheraton brands. The conversion will add over 1,100 rooms to Marriott’s portfolio, with a focus on expanding the midscale segment with the debut of Four Points Flex… Read the full news article