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April 21, 2023

Sleep Inn and AllTrails Cross Paths to Help Travelers Unlock Adventure and Explore the Great Outdoors

Traveler preferences have evolved, with more than half of today's leisure travelers saying that easy access to walking trails and wellness activities as a top amenity they consider when selecting lodging accommodations. In recognition of this – and its longstanding commitment to help guests maintain holistic wellbeing on the road – the Sleep Inn brand, known for its serene, nature-inspired design and proximity to top outdoor destinations, has teamed with AllTrails to make it easier than ever for adventure-seeking travelers to connect with nature.

April 20, 2023

IHG Hotels & Resorts signs first Vignette Collection in the UK

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, introduces Vignette Collection to the UK with the signing of The Halyard at Ropewalks Liverpool, Vignette Collection in partnership with Molo Hotels.

Liverpool, United Kingdom

April 20, 2023

Ascott unveils new target to double fee revenue to over S$500 million in next five years

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI), has achieved its target to secure 160,000 units by 2023, with the signing of over 4,000 units in 1Q this year. Sharpening its focus on quality growth, Ascott is renewing its target to double fee revenue to more than S$500 million in the next five years. The fee revenue target is set off the FY 2022 base of S$258 million – the highest earnings on record for Ascott. Fee revenue from the lodging business increased by 36% year-on-year (y-o-y) in FY 2022 on the back of record signings and property openings. This demonstrates Ascott’s strength as a key contributor of fee-related earnings to CLI’s overall business.

The Ascott Limited

April 19, 2023

Visa Progress in India Results in 50% Reduction in Applicant Wait Times

Wait times for U.S. visitor visas among applicants in India, a top source of visitors to the United States, declined rapidly in recent weeks—dropping from 669 days in mid-March to 337 days in early April.

U.S. Travel Association

April 18, 2023

Customers Give Hotels ‘5 Stars’ as Guest Satisfaction With the Industry Surges, ACSI Data Show

Good news for the travel industry: Not only are folks giving in to wanderlust again, but they’re enjoying all the accommodations along the way.

The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI)

April 14, 2023

U.S. Travel Applauds Federal Return-to-Work Plan, Encourages Admin to Set Timeline

U.S. Travel Association Executive Vice President of Public Affairs and Policy Tori Emerson Barnes issued the following statement on the Biden administration’s new guidance for federal employees to return to in-person work:

U.S. Travel Association

April 12, 2023

GlobalData warns rising ransomware attacks posing major cybersecurity threat to travel and tourism industry

The travel and tourism sector has become a prime focus for cyberattacks in recent times, resulting in ransomware incidents arising from data breaches. Against this backdrop, cybersecurity concerns within the industry have escalated with a 4% year-on-year (YoY) rise in 2022, reflecting the prevailing sentiment, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

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April 11, 2023

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Introduces The Marriott Vacation Clubs™ Vacation Ownership Portfolio

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC), a leader in leisure travel with a portfolio of trusted, globally-recognized travel brands, today introduces The Marriott Vacation Clubs™, the collection of more than 90 premium Marriott, Sheraton, and Westin Vacation Club branded resorts. The Marriott Vacation Clubs™ is part of Marriott Bonvoy's® portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, and offers Marriott Bonvoy members and guests more options for leisure travel with some of the most trusted brand names in travel. The introduction of The Marriott Vacation Clubs™ is being highlighted with a new marketing campaign called More Vacations to Love that tells the story of the future of vacation ownership and its evolution to accommodate the next generation of owners and travelers.

April 6, 2023

The rise of bleisure: combining leisure with business travel

After a few years of restricted movement, people are keen to make the most of travel opportunities — it seems even as part of their work. Employees are making the decision to enhance corporate travel opportunities with rest, relaxation, and adventure — the combination of business and leisure, also called ‘bleisure’, sets an intention for combining work and play, and has no doubt come about partly in response to Covid-19.

April 3, 2023

Cybersecurity Job Postings in Travel and Tourism Industry Up by 54% YoY in 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on the travel and tourism industry, with the sector experiencing significant challenges as a result. Despite the obstacles faced by the industry, the cybersecurity job postings managed to remain stable and even grew by an impressive 54% year-on-year (YoY) in 2022, reveals GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

March 29, 2023

Choice Hotels EMEA Refreshes Ascend Hotel Collection Brand to Create ‘Haven of Hygge’ in EMEA

Building on its 15-year history of collection hotels globally, Choice Hotels EMEA has commenced a refresh of its Ascend Hotel Collection portfolio across the region which currently comprises a network of more than 70 unique, independent boutique hotels.

Choice Hotels EMEA

March 23, 2023

Inaugural HERtels by Choice Development Seminar Empowers the Next Generation of Hospitality Leaders, Advances Choice Hotels' Commitment to Diverse Owner Base

Building on its longstanding efforts to increase diversity across the hospitality industry, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's leading lodging franchisors, kicked off its inaugural HERtels by Choice Development Seminar with nearly 40 franchise owners, general managers, and hotel associates in attendance as part of a series of events to commemorate Woman's History Month on Monday, March 20.

March 22, 2023

Breaking Barriers: Wyndham’s Women Own the Room Signs Over 30 Hotels in First Year

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels spanning more than 95 countries, today announced the continued momentum of its groundbreaking “Women Own the Room” program, which in its inaugural year, has signed more than 30 hotels across the U.S. and Canada, 10 of which are now open.

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March 21, 2023

The BTA Strivesto Boost Travel Industry Talent

The Business Travel Association (BTA) today releases a careers brochure titled ‘Your Career Can Travel’ to target those looking to start or return to a career in the business travel industry.

BTA (Business Travel Association)

March 16, 2023

Travel Managers Weigh In on Business Travel’s Outlook for 2023

A majority of U.S. corporate travel buyers expect their company’s business travel to ramp up and return to pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2023. Despite concerns about inflation and rising prices, only one in five travel managers say their companies have begun to limit business travel. Since the onset of the pandemic, however, demands on travel managers’ time and priorities have grown, including addressing traveler needs, conducting data analysis, and the increasing challenge to balance cost savings with the business traveler experience.

March 16, 2023

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Strengthens Position in Asia Pacific with Strong 2022 Performance

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (“Wyndham”), the world’s largest hotel franchising company and leading provider of management services with approximately 9,100 hotels in more than 95 countries, announced strong growth in Asia Pacific as it closed out 2022, diversifying its offerings for guests and owners across the region.

March 16, 2023

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts expands artist collaboration with Claire Luxton to Asia-Pacific with first-ever NFT display and all-new immersive art installations

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle collection, is unveiling a new series of fully immersive experiences across Australia, Japan and Singapore as well as display, for the first time, a collection of one-of-a-kind NFTs (non-fungible tokens) as an extension of its trailblazing partnership with acclaimed British contemporary artist Claire Luxton.

March 13, 2023

Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong launches first-of-its-kind Dog Hotel Boarding Service and new Doggy Dim Sum Cart “Yum Cha” menu

Building on its reputation as one of the city’s most popular hotels for “dogcations”, Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong has launched a first-of-its-kind dog hotel boarding service, which will allow furkids to staycation in style and comfort even while their pawrents are away. Pet parents can enjoy peace of mind while their dogs board in a guestroom on our dog-friendly floor, cared for by our Dog Ambassador staff members, who are experienced dog-owners. Four-legged guests will enjoy daily relax-and-exercise sessions at our Upper Farm Doggy Playground outdoor terrace, and be monitored by the Dog Ambassador team via an in-room web camera. The dog hotel boarding service is priced from HK$800+10% per night only, and available from March 16, 2023 onwards. To book, contact the hotel directly: email [email protected], call +852 3762 1234 or Whatsapp +852 6450 7132.

March 10, 2023

Accor to offer winner of Fred Sirieix’s new E4 show, ‘Fred’s Last Resort’, 12 month role in its flagship hotels

Accor, the world leading hospitality group, has announced it will provide the winner of E4’s new TV series, ‘Fred’s Last Resort’, hosted by First Dates’ hotel star Fred Sirieix, with a 12-month placement opportunity across three of Accor’s flagship hotels in London.

March 8, 2023

Mandarin Oriental Singapore to Undergo Significant Transformation, Temporarily Closing Its Doors

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore, the iconic hotel that first defined luxury in Singapore’s Marina Bay in 1987, is temporarily closing its doors to undergo a six-month transformation. Re-opening in September 2023, the hotel will offer a brand-new look and feel.

Mandarin Oriental

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