Equality in Tourism, an international non-profit committed to advancing gender equality in the industry, has opened applications for the Gender Equality Champion of the Year Award 2026. Now in its fourth year, the Award celebrates tourism and hospitality organisations spearheading more gender equal practices and promotes their adoption among industry peers.
From the whispering orchards of Singapore to the golden dunes of Fujairah, from the sacred calm of Makkah to the coral-lit shores of Sharm El-Sheikh, a simple idea is taking root in the world of hospitality — thoughtful design with a lighter footprint.
The finest travel brands from across Europe have been honoured at the World Travel Awards in Sardinia, Italy. The industry elite gathered at Forte Village Resort on the idyllic Mediterranean island for the WTA Europe Gala Ceremony 2025 to discover who among them had been crowned the best of the best.
East West Hospitality, an award-winning management company and leader in luxury vacation rentals and resort operations, has been selected to manage the homeowners association (HOA) at Stag Lodge, a premier ski-in/ski-out retreat in Deer Valley. Effective immediately, East West Hospitality will oversee all aspects of the property's operations, with a core focus on HOA management, further expanding its presence in Utah’s most sought-after mountain destinations.
Global Tourism Forum (GTF) has recognised Hala Matar Choufany, President of HVS Middle East, Africa & South Asia, with the Best Woman in Tourism Leadership Award at its Annual Meeting, held at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts of Belgium.
The RIU Hotels & Resorts chain has been honoured at the latest edition of the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA), the most prestigious awards recognising excellence in South Asia's hospitality and travel industry. RIU achieved the distinction of "Gold Winner" in the category of Leading Resort/Hotel Brand in South Asia.
From Koyasan in Japan to Chamarel in Mauritius, Bled in Slovenia, Carlos Pellegrini in Argentina, and Masfout in the United Arab Emirates, 52 newly recognized Best Tourism Villages from 29 countries showcase the power of tourism.
In an era where digital check-ins and touchscreen menus dominate the guest experience, a surprising trend is quietly taking hold across the world’s most stylish hotels: the return of the pen.
A new addition to the guestroom experience brings together comfort, craftsmanship, and sustainability. The cotton velour slippers with breathable linen soles are designed for hotels and resorts seeking to enhance comfort while aligning with environmentally responsible practices.
Highline Hospitality Partners (HHP), a hospitality investment platform launched by Highline Real Estate Partners, acquires the Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park. This expansion marks the 16th hotel in Highline’s portfolio and its first in the state of Florida.
50 Best has announced its first-ever extended list of hotels ranked from No.51 to No.100. The list recognises even more properties than ever before, as voted for by The World's 50 Best Hotels Academy. The list spans 24 different territories, 40 cities and includes 13 independent hotels.
The MICHELIN Guide is pleased to present its inaugural Global MICHELIN Keys Selection. Following the launch of MICHELIN Key distinctions in 15 top travel destinations1 last year, The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors have scoured the world and chosen among the more than 7,000 hotels in The MICHELIN Guide selection to identify those offering the most exceptional experiences.
As the hotels and resorts gear up for busy winter staycation season, they are seeking new ways to create memorable guest experiences from the very first interaction. Now, swapping the ordinary key card for a beautifully crafted wooden one: tactile and full of character. A natural welcome that speaks volumes about your brand’s care and attention to detail.
OTH Hotels Resorts (OTH), a leading hospitality management company headquartered in Virginia with regional operations in South Florida and an asset portfolio valued at more than $775 million, today announced its newest third-party management contract for DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Baltimore North - Pikesville.
What kind of card sleeve earns an order for 300,000 units? The simple, sustainable kind.
Meliá Hotels International and MiM Hotels, the boutique hospitality brand owned by global football legend Leo Messi, have announced a strategic partnership under which Meliá will assume management of the MiM Hotels portfolio, effective November 1. These distinctive properties will be incorporated into The Meliá Collection, the company’s curated selection of unique, character-rich hotels.
It has been one week since the government shutdown began, and Congress has yet to reach an agreement to restore funding—costing America’s travel economy an estimated $1 billion each week in lost spending.
To propel its next phase of growth, Outbound Hotels has named CoralTree Hospitality as its exclusive operating partner, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to intentional expansion through expert collaboration.
Leading global hospitality management company, Valor Hospitality Partners, is expanding its Americas portfolio into the Ohio market with the addition of The Summit Hotel, an existing premier independent hotel in Cincinnati. Valor will bring its global independent luxury experience to the property and will join Marriott International’s family of brands with the property's conversion to a Le Méridien, bringing the timeless sophistication and European flair of the brand to ‘The Queen City’ for the very first time.
Waterford Hotel Group, a national leader in hospitality management, today announced the addition of two distinguished properties to its growing portfolio: the Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center in Flowood, Mississippi, and the Maison Dupuy Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana.