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Investors believe long-term growth trends will outweigh near-term capital markets headwinds Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]

Atlantis Paradise Island has launched its annual February Sale, which this year commemorates President’s Day as well as the resort’s 25th anniversary.Guests staying four nights or more can save 20 percent on the best available rate and also receive a daily resort credit of $25 for bookings made between February 16-22, 2023, for travel between April 24-August 31, 2023.ADVERTISING Trending … [Read more...]

WHY IT RATES: The Nassau resort expands its state-of-the-art meetings facilities and introduces special MICE group booking perks. —Janeen Christoff, TravelPulse Managing EditorExpanding on a recent multimillion-dollar renovation that encapsulated all resort experiential touchpoints, Sandals Royal Bahamian welcomes groups to an all-new convention center featuring state-of-the-art equipment and … [Read more...]

WHY IT RATES: The Nassau resort expands its state-of-the-art meetings facilities and introduces special MICE group booking perks. —Janeen Christoff, TravelPulse Managing EditorExpanding on a recent multimillion-dollar renovation that encapsulated all resort experiential touchpoints, Sandals Royal Bahamian welcomes groups to an all-new convention center featuring state-of-the-art equipment and … [Read more...]

John Hall’s Alaska is implementing a new commission structure for travel advisors starting at a 5 percent commission per booking on guests’ fully paid fares.In addition, the family-owned and -operated tour provider is further enhancing partnerships with travel agents with a newly designed incentive program on top of the commission structure.ADVERTISING“We are thrilled to offer our new … [Read more...]

Maybourne Hotel Group, operator of prestigious London hotels Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Berkeley, has revealed a new addition to the group. The firm’s fourth UK capital site will be The Emory, located in the upmarket area of Knightsbridge, like one of its sister properties. All-suite luxury Set to open in winter 2023, the luxury all-suite hotel will boast 60 rooms set over nine floors, … [Read more...]

UK: Independent hotel group Exclusive Collection has purchased Ansty Hall in North Warwickshire from Macdonald Hotels. The 62-bedroom property marks the seventh addition to the Exclusive Collection portfolio of country house hotels. It joins Pennyhill Park, South Lodge, The Manor House, Lainston House, Royal Berkshire, and Fanhams Hall. Ansty Hall sits on eight acres of landscaped gardens and … [Read more...]

Montpellier in southern France is set to introduce free public transport.It will become the largest French metropolis to introduce such a scheme.From 21 December 2023, local residents will be able to utilise a free transport pass across the city’s bus and tram network. The scheme aims to slash emissions, reduce pollution and improve accessibility for the city’s residents.“By introducing free … [Read more...]

Italy: Global hotel company Langham Hospitality Group has begun work on The Langham, Venice, which is due to open in 2026. The hotel is set directly on the Venetian laguna on the island of Murano, where the Casino Mocenigo and the Murano glass factory used to stand. The sites will be transformed into a 133-room hotel with an exclusive courtyard garden and a 20-metre pool by Italian architects … [Read more...]

Tourism numbers in Florida broke records in 2022 and in the last quarter of the year, according to President and CEO of VISIT FLORIDA, Dana Young, who in an update showcased a 5 percent increase in visitor totals from 2019, far surpassing its recovery from the pandemic. Trending … [Read more...]

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, has been recognized by the world-renowned Forbes Travel Guide, the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, and spas, with a prestigious 2023 Five-Star Hotel Award, marking the first year the Hotel, to have been honored with this designation. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts reported fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results.For Hyatt, the hotel giant announced that net income reached $294 million in the fourth quarter and $455 million for the entire year. Adjusted net income was $278 million and $365 million, respectively.ADVERTISINGComparable system-wide RevPAR increased by 34.8 percent in the … [Read more...]

As flight-free travel gains momentum, European train journeys are experiencing a renaissance.Changing the way you travel is one the best ways to reduce your carbon footprint. As an example, flying from London to Paris emits 14 times more CO2 than travelling by train.Luckily, countries across the EU are investing in railways that provide better - and faster - connections than ever before.From … [Read more...]

In partnership with Boulevard for Tourism Development, Hilton Marsa Wazar Red Sea Resort & Spa will be operated under the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand. Full facilities The resort will provide a range of accommodation options across 282 units – from standard guestrooms and beachfront suites to stand-alone villas with private pools. Featuring a variety of facilities and amenities, the … [Read more...]

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the largest, global independent hotel brand representing more than 650 hotels, resorts, and residences across 80 countries, is excited to welcome six best-in-class new member properties to its global portfolio between October 1 and December 31, 2022. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

The Peninsula announces the launch of a global fundraising initiative across our hotels for the victims of the Kahramanmaras earthquakes in Türkiye. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

International Women’s Day on 8 March is a time to celebrate and empower women, and Vakkaru Maldives is marking the occasion in style. From yoga and Ayurvedic workshops to mixology classes and special dinners, the timeless sanctuary offers its lady guests an empowering and rejuvenating getaway. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a global leader in luxury hospitality, and Yuan Lih Construction Co., Ltd., the developer that is part of Taipei-based Yuan Lih Group, announce plans for a new luxury hotel in the heart of Taiwan’s capital. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

Global hospitality group The Lux Collective’s well-loved LUX* South Ari Atoll in the Maldives is the official resort host of South African-based conservation couple, Beth Neale and Miles Cloutier, who break the Guinness World Record for the longest underwater kiss to mark the Valentine’s Day 2023. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

The line already has a global outlook, as it is fourth in total number of properties open outside North America amongst Marriott’s entire portfolio. Looking to Asia The four star strand currently has 313 hotels operating, with 162 of these in North America plus a further 12 in Central America and the Caribbean. With Asian sites numbering 91 at the moment, a strong development focus on the region … [Read more...]