Choice Hotels continues to strengthen its leadership position in extended stay with Everhome Suites’ growth (IN SHORT) Choice Hotels amplifies its presence in the extended stay market with the expansion of its Everhome Suites brand, unveiling new properties in Portsmouth, New Hampshire; Rochester, New York; and Somerset, New Jersey. Developed in partnership with Highside Companies,… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) JAL Group announces the expansion of its cargo network with the addition of a new Narita-Dalian route to its FY2024 Summer schedule, operating once a week with Boeing 767 freighter aircraft. This strategic move aims to enhance the airline’s air transport capabilities, catering to the increasing demand for e-commerce, express cargo, and essential… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Enneagram expert Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober to tailor personalized vacation destinations for travelers based on their Enneagram personality types. From the meticulous Type ONEs finding solace in Kyoto’s Six Senses to adventurous Type SEVENs exploring Miami’s vibrant culture at Atwell Suites Miami Brickell, each destination caters to specific preferences… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Qantas announces plans to enhance the airport experience for travelers passing through Adelaide with the construction of a new lounge precinct, featuring a Domestic Business Lounge inspired by Kangaroo Island’s Flinders Chase National Park, alongside a refurbishment of the current Qantas Club and Chairmans Lounge. The first phase of construction, focusing on the… Read the full press release
Japan’s first Holiday Inn opened in Kyoto in 1973, so the opening heralds a return to the brand’s roots in Japan Holiday Inn Kyoto Gojo will be the eleventh hotel under the Holiday Inn brand family in Japan The project is IHG’s second agreement with AXA IM Alts With more than 4,300 open worldwide, Holiday… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates showcased its A380 aircraft at ILA Berlin 2024, welcoming prominent guests including German Federal Ministers and regional leaders. The aircraft attracted significant attention, hosting over 1,800 trade guests during the event. Demonstrating a commitment to sustainability, Emirates announced a positioning flight from Berlin to Dubai using blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel. With its… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates, the renowned airline, has launched its eagerly anticipated services to Bogotá, the capital of Colombia, marking its fourth destination in South America and extending its reach to 19 points across the Americas. The inaugural flight, EK213 from Miami, was greeted with traditional Colombian dance at El Dorado International Airport, where a delegation… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates and Condor have inked a reciprocal codeshare partnership starting October 2024, subject to regulatory approvals, offering Emirates customers seamless access to Condor-operated flights via Germany to popular destinations in Majorca, the Canary Islands, North, Central, and South America, and the Caribbean. Condor will place its marketing code on Emirates-operated flights beyond Dubai,… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels, a prominent global hotel owner and operator, has announced the appointment of Gonzalo Aguilar as the CEO for Europe & Americas, effective January 1, 2025. Aguilar, joining from Marriott, brings over three decades of industry expertise and a track record of successful leadership. He will succeed current CEO Ramón Aragonés, who… Read the full press release
A new chapter is unveiled for the iconic Sofitel New York, symbol of the beloved French hospitality brand’s grand renewal led by visionary CEO Maud Bailly (IN SHORT) Sofitel New York, an emblem of French elegance in Manhattan, announces a comprehensive refurbishment project coinciding with the brand’s 60th anniversary, under the leadership of CEO Maud… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) In celebration of Global Wellness Day on June 8th, Swissôtel is spotlighting its diverse wellness offerings across its global properties, showcasing transformative experiences for guests seeking rejuvenation. From Osaka to Almaty, each Swissôtel destination boasts unique opportunities to revitalize the mind, body, and soul. The brand’s dedication to vitality and purposeful living is… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) British Airways is set to bolster its presence in India with the introduction of a new daily flight between Delhi and London Heathrow starting April 20, 2025. This move, coinciding with the airline’s centenary in India, will increase its weekly flights across the country to 63, servicing five major cities. Operated by the… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) In a groundbreaking collaboration, Emirates, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), and Airbus have announced an advanced Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) programme for the A350 type rating, in preparation for Emirates’ receipt of 65 A350s starting mid-2024. The program, set to commence at Emirates’ Training College in Dubai from July 2024, will… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels introduces its NH Collection and NH Hotels & Resorts brands to Sri Lanka with the opening of two properties, NH Collection Colombo Hotel and NH Bentota Ceysands Resort, managed in partnership with Softlogic Holdings. NH Collection Colombo Hotel, located in the heart of Colombo, offers 219 rooms and suites with stunning… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Japan Airlines (JAL) has been honored with the “DX Stocks 2024” recognition for the second consecutive year by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and the Information-technology Promotion Agency, Japan. This prestigious accolade acknowledges JAL’s commitment to digital transformation in both deepening existing business models, particularly in aircraft… Read the full press release
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts and Holiday Inn Express lead bumper list of signings (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality leader, announces the signing of nine hotels across Portugal, collectively adding 976 rooms to the country’s growing pipeline. These signings encompass two brand collections, luxury, and lifestyle, with notable additions including Kimpton… Read the full press release
Company Plans to Welcome The Resort at Pelican Hill (Newport Beach, CA), Turtle Bay Resort (O’ahu, HI), and a Luxury Hotel in Midtown Manhattan (New York City) to Its Luxury Portfolio (IN SHORT) Marriott International, Inc. announces plans to convert three iconic luxury properties in the U.S. into brands within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, adding… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Oman Air has unveiled a groundbreaking enhancement to its distribution capabilities in collaboration with Accelya, a global technology solutions leader, leveraging the latest IATA New Distribution Capability (NDC) technology. This advancement signifies a pivotal moment in the airline’s retail transformation journey, providing enhanced flexibility and control over distribution channels. The partnership aims to… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Qantas and Perth Airport have struck an unprecedented 12-year commercial deal, marking a significant milestone in aviation history for Western Australia. The agreement entails Perth Airport’s investment of approximately $3 billion in new terminal facilities and a parallel runway, facilitating a surge in domestic and international flights. Qantas plans to relocate its operations… Read the full press release
On its pursuit to transform a vacation of a lifetime into a lifetime of vacations, Royal Caribbean Group takes another step forward in enhancing its guest experience and rewarding guests across its ecosystem of vacation experiences (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean Group introduces a groundbreaking Loyalty Status Match program, allowing members of its loyalty programs –… Read the full press release
192-room Hyatt Place hotel opens in the heart of Nantong New Town (IN SHORT) Hyatt Place expands its global presence with the opening of the first Hyatt Place hotel in Nantong, Jiangsu Province, offering guests a blend of style, convenience, and comfort. Strategically located near key attractions and business districts, the new hotel features intuitive… Read the full press release
In celebration of summer in the northern hemisphere, Mercure’s Bucket List offers a list of ideas for learning traditional recipes and expert techniques from local artisans and chefs around the world… (IN SHORT) Mercure hotels launches its Bucket List, featuring 50 curated food and drink experiences aimed at culinary enthusiasts. From Vietnamese cooking classes in… Read the full press release
Latest tools place airline at the forefront of turbulence detection and navigation Global turbulence data gets massive boost with contributions from Emirates’ global network (IN SHORT) Emirates has integrated with the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Turbulence Aware Platform, becoming the first airline to incorporate this within Lufthansa Systems’ Lido mPilot mobile navigation solution. This… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates has collaborated with HiDubai, a consumer tech initiative, to extend its Business Rewards programme to local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Dubai. This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aims to engage over 180,000 SMEs registered on the HiDubai platform, offering them access to international market opportunities through Emirates’ loyalty programme. Through this… Read the full press release
City Reveals Renderings for Satellite Concourse 1, Designed by the Skidmore, Owings & Merrill Design Team, as the First Phase of the O’Hare 21 Terminal Area Plan (IN SHORT) Mayor Brandon Johnson introduces the design for Satellite Concourse 1, the inaugural phase of the O’Hare 21 Terminal Area Plan, aimed at modernizing and expanding Chicago’s… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways is Airline Ratings’ leading premium airline, which also assessed 25 global carriers Qatar Airways also takes home ‘Best Business Class’ for the fifth consecutive year, and ‘Best Catering’ in the industry (IN SHORT) Qatar Airways receives top honors as the ‘Airline of the Year’ by Airline Ratings, alongside awards for ‘Best Business Class’… Read the full press release
Click to holiday – book hotel stays, packages, and a range of travel activities powered by Expedia Group in one go (IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific introduces a revamped Cathay Holidays, a premium travel hub powered by Expedia Group, offering customers a seamless booking experience for hotel stays, packages, and travel activities. With an extensive selection… Read the full press release
Join Southwest each month in Waikiki on Queen’s Beach for free movie screenings under the stars. (IN SHORT) Southwest Airlines celebrates five years of service in Hawaii by collaborating with Waikiki Improvement Association as the Presenting Sponsor of the revitalized Sunset on the Beach movie screening series. The monthly events, starting from June 22, 2024,… Read the full press release
Exclusive event menu includes kung pao shrimp and stir-fried beef with oyster sauce (IN SHORT) At the World Travel Catering and Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) in Hamburg, dnata Catering & Retail is showcasing a cooking robot capable of preparing delectable Asian dishes like stir-fried beef with oyster sauce and kung pao shrimp. Developed by BOTINKIT,… Read the full press release
The dual signing sees the expansion of IHG’s premium brand in Egypt and introduces the Crowne Plaza brand to Cairo’s New Administrative Capital (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Urbnlanes Development to introduce two new Crowne Plaza hotels in Egypt – Crowne Plaza Cairo New Administrative Capital and Crowne… Read the full press release