Sandals Unveils Overwater Wedding Chapels in Caribbean
For couples seeking an extraordinary setting for their nuptials, Sandals Resorts now offers Overwater Serenity Wedding Chapels that float above… Read More »
Preferred Hotel Adds 19 Luxury Hotels Across 12 Countries
Preferred Hotels & Resorts kicked off 2025 by welcoming 19 new member properties to its global portfolio, reinforcing its position… Read More »
Travel Advisor Month: Earn Up to $5,000 Bonus
This Travel Advisor Appreciation Month, Villas of Distinction is saying thank you to our valued travel advisor partners with an… Read More »
Marriott to Acquire citizenM Brand for $355M
Marriott International has reached an agreement to acquire global lifestyle hotel brand citizenM for $355 million, adding 36 operating hotels… Read More »
Beaches Ocho Rios to Close for Major Renovation
Sandals Resorts International has announced that Beaches Ocho Rios will close on May 31 for a comprehensive renovation under its… Read More »
Villa Bookings Surge in Top International Markets
Villas of Distinction has reported significant year-over-year growth in Q1 2025, underscoring rising demand among luxury travelers for curated villa… Read More »
Americans Lead Surge in Overseas Travel as U.S. Arrivals Decline
Americans are increasingly choosing international vacations even as foreign visitor numbers to the United States slide, according to government data… Read More »
Sandals Releases CSR Report Showcasing 40 Years Impact
Sandals Resorts International has published its latest Corporate Social Responsibility report, “Love Exceeds Expectations,” detailing more than four decades of… Read More »
Policy Turbulence Weighs on U.S. Hotels
Federal funding shifts, an escalating trade war and heightened border restrictions have combined to dampen U.S. hotel performance in recent… Read More »
Short-Term Rentals Face Growth Challenges Amid Rising Standards
Once a pandemic-era favorite, the short-term rental (STR) sector now stands at a crossroads as its growth plateaus and consumer… Read More »
Weekly Travel Tech News: Expedia, FLYR, PayPal, Virgin Atlantic
Here’s a roundup of this week’s key travel technology updates across the global industry. FLYR and Ennismore:Ennismore has been using… Read More »
Bridging the Gap Between Sustainable Travel Intentions and Action
While travelers increasingly express interest in sustainable travel, their actions often fall short. A growing gap exists between intention and… Read More »
IDeaS Launches AI-Powered Marketing Tool for Hotel Campaigns
Hospitality revenue management software company IDeaS has introduced IDeaS Spotlight, a new AI-driven tool designed to help hotel marketers optimize… Read More »
FedAir Suspends Lodge Flights Amid New Aviation Regulations
Federal Airlines has suspended flights to select private game lodges in South Africa due to new aviation regulations that require… Read More »
Rio Las Vegas Debuts $340M Renovation
Rio Las Vegas is undergoing a dramatic transformation with a $340 million renovation that breathes new life into the iconic… Read More »
Seville’s Bold Vision for Enhanced Air Connectivity
As Seville prepares to host Routes Europe 2025, the city is unveiling a comprehensive air connectivity strategy aimed at transforming… Read More »
Iberostar Launches BRAIAN: AI for Sustainable Hotels
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, in collaboration with engineering and technology group Sener, has unveiled BRAIAN, a revolutionary virtual operator powered… Read More »
Silversea Concludes Antarctica Season, Plans New Hotel in Chile
Silversea has wrapped up its 2024/2025 Antarctica season, with Silver Endeavour, Silver Cloud, and Silver Wind completing 34 voyages from… Read More »
20% Off Paradisus, ME Cabo & Villa Le Blanc
This offer ends in 21 days. Treat your clients to three of Meliá’s most sought-after resorts—Paradisus Grand Cana, ME Cabo… Read More »
CHTA Urges Change in U.S. Port Fees for Caribbean
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association is calling for a reexamination of U.S. port service fees and tariffs, arguing that… Read More »
Hyatt Expands in India and Southwest Asia in 2025
Hyatt Hotels Corporation is set to build on its remarkable deal momentum from 2024 with an ambitious expansion plan that… Read More »
New Resorts Debut at Playa Esmeralda
Two new resorts are slated to open in summer 2025 along the untouched shores of Playa Esmeralda, adding fresh allure… Read More »
Westair Aviation Launches Zambezi Safari Lodge Charters
Namibia’s Westair Aviation has launched Fly-in Zambezi, a luxury safari charter service created through a 50/50 joint venture with Gondwana… Read More »
AI Platform Jurny Secures Major Funding for Global Expansion
Jurny, an AI-powered property management platform, has secured a significant investment, boosting its total funding to over $16 million. While… Read More »
Travelers Cut Back in 2025 but Prioritize Experiences
As travelers head into the summer 2025 season, economic concerns are prompting fewer and more budget-conscious trips, according to a… Read More »
Marriott Bonvoy Brings Beyoncé Tour Magic
Marriott Bonvoy is set to deliver an unforgettable experience for fans of music icon Beyoncé as it unveils an exclusive… Read More »