(IN SHORT) Hilton is accelerating its growth in Saudi Arabia with more than 100 hotels now open or in development, backed by an $8 billion investment and the creation of over 15,000 new jobs. The hospitality giant’s expansion—spanning 14 brands—aligns closely with Saudi Vision 2030, enhancing the country’s tourism infrastructure through luxury projects like Conrad… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) At the 2025 Future Hospitality Summit Africa, Hilton announced plans to grow from 63 to over 160 hotels across Africa, including more than 100 in development. Key debuts span Angola (three properties), Benin (Hilton Cotonou), Madagascar (two Antananarivo hotels), Ghana (Hampton Accra Airport; Hilton Accra Cantonments later this year), Nigeria (Curio Abuja, Lagos… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) According to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), Türkiye’s Travel & Tourism sector is set for exceptional growth in 2025, contributing ₺5.2TN to the national economy, and supporting 3.3 million jobs. The sector’s performance will be driven by a surge in both international and domestic visitor spending, with Türkiye’s tourism industry continuing… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Japan Airlines, Airbus, Nippon Paper Industries, Sumitomo Corporation, and Green Earth Institute have signed an MOU to collaborate on producing sustainable aviation fuel from bioethanol derived from domestic wood. This project builds on the MORISORA Project, initiated in 2023 by Nippon Paper, Sumitomo Corporation, and GEI, with a joint venture established in 2025… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Wizz Air has launched a new route connecting Cluj-Napoca, Romania, to Castellon, Spain, starting April 11, 2025. Fares for the route start at €19.99, and the flights will operate on Mondays and Fridays initially, expanding to Tuesdays and Saturdays by June 16. Castellon offers a mix of natural beauty and cultural attractions, including… Read the full news article
Madrid, Spain, 2018-Aug-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Promoting innovation, job creation and sustainability are key considerations for the 15th World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Awards. UNWTO invites submissions until 31 October 2018. The UNWTO Awards recognise the contribution of public and private institutions and NGOs to development of a more competitive, responsible and sustainable tourism… Read the full news article