Extended Stay America announced today that it entered into an agreement with BASK Development for eight new Extended Stay America Premier Suites located throughout major markets in Florida.
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IHG links with Novum to boost German presence
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a long term agreement that is set to double its hotel presence in Germany. A partnership with German operator Novum Hospitality will see Novum’s current portfolio and pipeline properties, totalling up to 119 hotels, convert to IHG brands over the next few years. For IHG, the move will see it add around 52 hotels to its Holiday Inn brand, almost all in … [Read More...]
Australian airline Qantas agrees payouts over 'ghost flights'
Australia's biggest airline Qantas agrees million-dollar settlement after being accused of selling thousands of tickets for flights it had already cancelled. The A$100m (€61m) penalty deal comes after the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) sued the Sydney-based airline in the Federal Court last year. The commission alleged that Qantas engaged in false, misleading or … [Read More...]
Qantas Airways will pay millions in compensation after selling seats on cancelled flights
The Australian national carrier will pay 120 million Australian dollars in compensation as well as a fine after it was discovered to have sold thousands of seats on already cancelled flights. Qantas Airways has agreed to pay 120 million Australian dollars (€74 million) in compensation and a fine for selling tickets on thousands of cancelled flights.The Australian Competition and Consumer … [Read More...]
SNEAK PEEK: Novotel & ibis Styles Melbourne Airport prepares for take off
Melbourne Airport and Accor ready to welcome the first new-build hotels in the airport precinct in almost 20 years. With anticipation building for the launch of Victoria's largest and most significant hotel development this year, the dual-branded Novotel & ibis Styles Melbourne Airport is getting ready to officially start checking-in guests from 1 July 2024. Set to be the first new-build … [Read More...]
New Wafaifo Resort Hoi An in Vietnam Now Open for Booking
The Wafaifo Resort, a 10-minute walk from Hoi An ancient town in central Vietnam, will open its doors on 1 September. The Wafaifo Hoi An Resort in the ancient heritage capital of Hoi An in central Vietnam will open its doors to guests on 1 September this year. Bookings are now available on Wafaifo.com for the phase 1 opening of the privately and locally-owned boutique property which will … [Read More...]
Wynn Resorts Releases New, Updated Images of Wynn Al Marjan Island
Wynn Resorts, Limited (WYNN) has released new images of its latest luxury resort, Wynn Al Marjan Island, currently under construction in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read More...]
World Travel Awards announces Indian Ocean 2024 winners
World Travel Awards – the leading authority that recognises and rewards excellence in travel and tourism – has revealed its Indian Ocean 2024 winners. The announcement coincides with the start of Arabian Travel Market, the region’s leading industry event. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read More...]
World Travel Awards reveals Middle East 2024 winners
World Travel Awards – the leading authority that recognises and rewards excellence in travel and tourism – has revealed its Middle East 2024 winners. The announcement coincides with the start of Arabian Travel Market, the region’s leading industry event. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read More...]
MARRIOTT BONVOY LUXURY RESORTS LEAD FITNESS AND WELLNESS TOURISM
In response to the increased demand for wellness-focused travel experiences, Marriott International luxury properties located across the Caribbean, are keeping pace with the growing fitness and wellness space within the hospitality industry. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read More...]
Marriott scores Japanese conversions
Marriott International is to rebrand seven hotels in Japan, adding substantially to its presence in the market. An agreement with Japanese owner and operator HMI will see four of its properties rebrand to Marriott hotels, while three will switch to the Courtyard by Marriott brand. The strategic partnership is with HMI Hotel Group, an established Japanese operator that currently has 44 hotels … [Read More...]