Luxury Atelier Maison Happiness (LAMH) is proud to unveil a groundbreaking business model designed to foster profitability and accelerate revenue growth, while setting new benchmarks in the luxury industry. Under the visionary leadership of Deepak Ohri, LAMH is revolutionizing luxury experiences, aligning them with the human spirit and driving substantial … [Read more...]
Cheval Collection checks in to Dubai’s Expo City under Middle East expansion
Cheval Collection’s newest property in the Middle East – Cheval Maison - Expo City Dubai – will open in early 2025 as part of the UK-based, award-winning, hospitality company’s expansion in the region. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
PriceTravel Holding strengthens its commitment to efficiency and scalability by joining HEDNA
PriceTravel Holding, one of the biggest travel companies in Latin America, announces that it has been officially accepted as a member of the prestigious Hotel Electronic Distribution Association (HEDNA), an opportunity for the travel group to strengthen its commitment to efficiency and scalability and consolidate its position in the hotel industry. Source: … [Read more...]
Dex Squared and Absolute Hotel Services Form Strategic Partnership for MENA Portfolio Expansion
Dubai-based Dex Squared, a pioneering hotel management firm, and international hospitality management group Absolute Hotel Services (AHS) have signed a strategic agreement to form a joint venture in the Middle East and Africa. The new entity, AHS Middle East & Africa (AHS MEA), will operate new AHS-branded properties across the region. Source: … [Read more...]
Radisson Hotel Group accelerates expansion strategy in Saudi Arabia with focus on holy cities
Radisson Hotel Group continues to intensify its efforts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aligning with the Saudi 2030 vision for hospitality. Building on a robust five-year expansion and transformation plan, the Group aims to establish itself as the preferred brand for owners, partners, and guests by strengthening its presence in major and secondary cities … [Read more...]
Mantis Expands Its Footprint in the Middle East
Today, at The Future Hospitality Summit, Mantis reaffirmed its strategic expansion across the Middle East. By supporting the development of luxury eco-resorts and lodges, as well as immersive cultural experiences, Mantis is set to introduce its ethos and best practices to its new trio of signings in the region: Hawar Resort by Mantis in Bahrain, Mantis Al Baha … [Read more...]
CF-Hotels Initiative Reiterates TAT’s Push Towards Sustainable Tourism
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invites hotel operators and tourists to be a part of its ‘CF-Hotels’ initiative to help reduce the impacts of climate change. The www.cf-hotels.com online platform has been created to enable hotel and lodging operators to create a database of environmental inventory (energy, water, waste and greenhouse gases) and … [Read more...]
S HOTELS & RESORTS MAKES PROGRESS WITH LONG-TERM SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY
S Hotels and Resorts PCL, the global hospitality company from Singha Estate PCL, is proud to announce that its acclaimed beachfront properties in Thailand and the Maldives have successfully achieved Green Globe™ Certification for the second consecutive year. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
MASSERIA TORRE MAIZZA LAUNCHES ARTISTIC EVENT CALENDAR
This 2024 season, Masseria Torre Maizza, a Rocco Forte Hotel in Puglia, will host Italy’s leading cultural, musical and artistic figures for an exclusive calendar of events, in the name of sustainability. Proceeds will go to “Save The Olives,” a charity founded by award-winning actress and philanthropist Helen Mirren. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Centara Hotels & Resorts proudly announces the opening of COSI Vientiane Nam Phu
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, proudly announces the opening of COSI Vientiane Nam Phu, the affordable lifestyle brand’s first overseas venture. Opening its doors in March 2024, this modern property welcomes guests to experience Total Travel Freedom through unparalleled comfort, convenience and connectivity in the heart of … [Read more...]
Rosewood Hotel Group Unveils The Impact Trailblazers
Following the 2023 announcement of its sustainability and social impact roadmap Rosewood Impacts, Rosewood Hotel Group today unveils the Impact Trailblazers, six properties who are upleveling the portfolio’s sustainability and social responsibility successes and ambitions. The Impact Trailblazers, which include Rosewood Hong Kong, Rosewood Baha Mar, Rosewood … [Read more...]
Minor Hotels Tracks Path to Net Zero with Positive Results
Minor Hotels has made significant strides towards net zero, achieving year-on-year reductions in energy, carbon emission and water intensities, while cutting its organic waste to landfill by more than a quarter, according to its newly released global 2023 Sustainability Report. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
World of Hyatt Elevates Luxury Portfolio
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announces that World of Hyatt is offering members new access to earn and redeem at a collection of more than 700 boutique and luxury hotels and villas around the globe with Mr & Mrs Smith, the luxury travel platform Hyatt acquired in 2023, now available for booking. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Saudi Arabia eyes 320,000 new hotel rooms to meet soaring tourism goals
Saudi Arabia is projected to have 320,000 new hotel rooms by 2030 as the Kingdom ramps up efforts to accommodate an annual influx of 150mn tourists, both domestic and international, according to a report by global property consultancy Knight Frank. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Sanctuary Spa Holidays Introduces New Destinations for Wellness Retreats
The leading provider of premium wellness experiences, Sanctuary Spa Holidays, has formally announced the launch of its new upscale destinations. The Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa in Mauritius and the Palais Namaskar in Morocco are two gorgeous new sites that Sanctuary Spa Holidays is happy to announce as part of its growing destination options. Source: … [Read more...]
IHG Luxury Portfolio Dominates Condé Nast Traveler Hot List
IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrates a remarkable achievement as nine of its properties, including four Six Senses and two Regent hotels, receive prestigious accolades from Condé Nast Traveler Hot List, Travel + Leisure’s It List, and AFAR’s Best New Hotels. Recognized for their exceptional luxury offerings and innovative experiences, IHG’s upper luxury … [Read more...]
Six Senses Kyoto: A Fusion of Tradition, Luxury, and Sustainability
Six Senses Kyoto unveils its doors, marking the brand’s debut in Japan and a significant addition to its expanding urban collection. Positioned amidst Kyoto’s iconic heritage sites, the hotel blends modern luxury with traditional Japanese aesthetics, offering guests an immersive experience in the heart of the ancient capital. Drawing inspiration from Kyoto’s … [Read more...]
Unveiling the Travel Preferences of Gen Zs and Millennials in Asia Pacific
Marriott Bonvoy conducted a survey among Gen Zs and Millennials in Asia Pacific (APEC), revealing that a majority of them prefer belonging to a single loyalty travel program. Identified as “Savvy Explorers,” they prioritize maximizing travel value and unique experiences while simplifying their loyalty memberships. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH NEOM
Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with NEOM to open its second Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Saudi Arabia. Anticipated to open in Trojena, a year-round mountain destination located in the northwest region of the country, the property will offer a complete escape into a private world of luxury. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Mirai exceeds 5.8 million room nights and $1B TTV in 2023 and targets 20% growth in 2024
Mirai, whose technology solutions enable hotels to maximise direct sales opportunities and minimise distribution costs, proudly announces the closure of 2023 with an impressive milestone of 5.8 million room nights and $1 billion in Total Transaction Value (TTV). Building on this success, Mirai sets ambitious goals to achieve a 20% increase in room nights by … [Read more...]