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Millennium Hotels & Resorts Seals Landmark Asia-Global Axis with Korea's Lotte

Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) has unveiled a significant milestone in its international strategy, announcing major loyalty partnership with Lotte Hotels & Resorts of South Korea. Building on the momentum of its Maritim collaboration, the Lotte partnership marks the next step in MHR's phased global expansion. This dual alliance signals a transformative moment for MHR, setting the stage for broader global connectivity, enhanced loyalty offerings, and unprecedented benefits for travellers across key regions.

Millennium and LOTTE Hotels & Resorts
Korea, Republic of
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Kinshasa to Host Inaugural World Music and Tourism Festival Celebrating Music and Tourism as Drivers of Dialogue and Development

Under the High Patronage of His Excellency Mr. Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kinshasa will host the first-ever World Music and Tourism Festival. UN Tourism joins the event as a supporting partner, reinforcing the shared value of culture and tourism for sustainable development and for building mutual understanding and peace.

UN Tourism
Congo, Republic of
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From AI to the Open Road: MMGY’s Summer Survey Captures How Americans Are Traveling Amid Global Headwinds

New research from MMGY reveals that American travelers remain deeply committed to leisure travel, even as economic headwinds and global uncertainty shape their choices. According to the 2025 “Summer Edition” of Portrait of American Travelers®, U.S. travelers are increasingly hitting the road, turning to artificial intelligence for planning support and embracing evolving definitions of luxury, lifestyle and wellness.

MMGY Global
United States
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Minor Hotels Introduces Four Hotel Brands in Strategic Portfolio Expansion

Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator with more than 560 properties across 57 countries, announces the strategic expansion of its brand portfolio with the addition of four new hotel brands, including the group’s first soft brands. The newly launched brands will support Minor Hotels’ continued growth by enabling it to expand into new markets and provide distinctive hospitality offerings across the luxury, premium and select segments.

Minor
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Leora Halpern Lanz Anticipates the Release of the First of Her Two Marketing Books: Developing Your Marketing Mindset: Real-World Lessons from Hospitality

Leora Halpern Lanz, a multi-award-winning hospitality marketing expert and distinguished faculty member at Boston University’s School of Hospitality Administration, announces the release of her debut book, Developing Your Marketing Mindset: Real-World Lessons from Hospitality, available September 15, 2025. This is the first in a two-part series, with a companion title scheduled for release on February 2, 2026.

Boston University School of Hospitality Administration
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Mandarin Oriental Launches ‘Inside The Dream’ – A Cinematic Celebration Of Luxury Hospitality Behind The Scenes

Mandarin Oriental is proud to announce the global launch of Inside The Dream, an original film that offers an intimate, cinematic journey into the artistry and precision behind Mandarin Oriental’s legendary hospitality. The documentary premiered on 27th June at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and is available on Prime Video, Canal+ and Tencent worldwide, offering viewers an exclusive glimpse into the meticulous orchestration behind three extraordinary events hosted across Europe and Asia.

Mandarin Oriental
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The Luxury Collection and Michael McGregor Channel the Essence of Three Cities in an Artful New Limited-Edition Collaboration

The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces a partnership with Michael McGregor, the Los Angeles-based artist celebrated for his striking and vibrant depictions of everyday life. In his first collaboration with a global hotel brand, McGregor has partnered with The Luxury Collection to create a bespoke series of original drawings that celebrate the local charm and culture of three of the portfolio’s most esteemed North American properties: Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco; Hotel Ivy, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Minneapolis; and Perry Lane Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Savannah. This exclusive collaboration reinforces the brand’s commitment to providing guests with immersive experiences that capture the soul and cultural vibrancy of each destination, seen through the unique lens of global creatives.

Marriott
United States
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HSMAI’s 2025 Commercial Strategy Conference Draws Record-Breaking Attendance and Accelerates Commercial Integration Across Hospitality Sectors

The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) successfully concluded its second Commercial Strategy Conference, which took place June 16–18, 2025, at the Indianapolis Convention Center. The event welcomed a record-breaking 950 commercial professionals from across the hospitality industry, underscoring the growing momentum behind the integration of sales, marketing, distribution, and revenue optimization.

HSMAI (USA)
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SAii Hotels & Resorts Redefined: Where Peace of Mind Becomes the Ultimate Luxury

SAii Hotels & Resorts, the distinctive lifestyle hospitality brand under S Hotels & Resorts, proudly announces its official relaunch with a refreshed brand identity that embraces the belief that “Peace of Mind is the Ultimate Luxury.” In this new chapter, SAii evolves beyond just a place to stay —committing to deliver each guest personalised peace-of-mind through heartfelt service, nature-inspired environments, meaningful experiences, and a profound commitment to sustainability.

S Hotels & Resorts
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Travel Meet Asia 2025 Wraps Up With Record Engagement Of More Than 1000 Travel Trade Professionals Participated In The Event

With a more focused approach on outbound travel, the event welcomed over 1000 travel trade professionals, featured 100+ sellers, and facilitated more than 5,215 pre-scheduled business appointments between top-tier buyers and travel solution providers. Travel Meet Asia continues to set a benchmark in fostering commercial partnerships across the Leisure, MICE and Corporate travel sectors.

ITB Berlin