In a celebration of culture, design and craftsmanship, Mandarin Oriental has partnered with Pantone, the global authority on colour, to create a bespoke shade: Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green.
What if the pinnacle of hospitality meant being welcomed like a global superstar wherever you are in the world? With ALL Accor, Accor’s booking platform and loyalty programme, this is no longer just a promise - it’s a reality. Today, the brand unveils its new campaign, “Don’t be a Guest, be a Guest Star”, fronted by none other than Kylian Mbappé.
HSMAI Washington DC Chapter today invited Washington metropolitan area hospitality professionals to register for its Hotel General Managers Panel, to be held June 26 at The Westin DC Downtown.
Hyatt saw more than 147,000 meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) enquiries in Europe in 2024, an increase of 9.6% compared to 2023, driven by a growing demand for authentic cultural experiences embedded into business trips.
Newport Hospitality Group is proud to announce the completion of a full-scale renovation at the Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North in Sanford, Florida. Managed by Newport and owned by André Hickman, President of I-4 Properties, Inc., the project brings meaningful upgrades that reflect the evolving needs of today’s business and leisure travelers.
Shiji Group, a global leader in hospitality technology, is set to make waves at this year’s HITEC with a series of activations centered around mobility, personalization, and integrated digital solutions. In a joint session with iPort, Shiji will explore how iOS technology is transforming hospitality operations, showcasing forward-thinking approaches to property-wide tech investments.
Marriott International today announced the launch of MARRIOTT MEDIA, signaling change and a new chapter in how brands engage with consumers across the traveler journey.
With almost half (48%) of U.S. travelers seeking out trips centered around food and drink experiences for summer 2025*, HomeToGo, the marketplace with the world’s largest selection of vacation rentals, today released its first-ever Taste of Summer Index, pinpointing the top 20 U.S. destinations likely to satisfy both travelers’ wanderlust and tastebuds. The marketplace evaluated exclusive rental price insights and search statistics, alongside data on highly rated restaurants and gourmet experiences in each destination, to identify the best palate-pleasing places to stay across the United States.
Shade Hotels, the beloved coastal duo from South Bay hotelier Michael Zislis, is unveiling a new era for its Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach locations. The full-scale refresh across both properties includes vibrant new guest room designs, revamped restaurant menus, playful rooftop programming, and a stylish new identity reflecting the brand’s distinctly breezy, SoCal spirit. With the relaunch comes a new name for each hotel: Shade at the Beach (Manhattan Beach) and Shade at the Marina (Redondo Beach). The redesigns elevate the signature Shade experience while staying rooted in the laid-back luxury that’s made the brand a South Bay favorite for nearly two decades.
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The Hospitality Show, an innovative event built for hospitality leaders to improve operations and drive profitability, announced today that registration is now open for its highly anticipated 2025 show, taking place Oct. 26-28 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver.
Les Roches, ranked No. 2 worldwide in higher education for hospitality and leisure management (QS World University Rankings, 2025), officially launches the world’s first postgraduate program exclusively dedicated to luxury private aviation. Developed in a strategic partnership with Jetex, a global leader in private aviation services, the program supports the increasing demand for highly qualified talent in one of the fastest-growing segments of the luxury hospitality industry.
If your hotel is still using an outdated Comp Set—or worse, none at all—you’re flying blind. The right Comp Set is more than just a list of nearby hotels. It’s a strategic tool that helps you maximize revenue, control costs, and stay ahead of the competition.
The growth and vital role of the Asia Pacific region in the future of global business travel was clearly demonstrated by the strong turnout, engagement and insights from the GBTA APAC Conference 2025 held at the Raffles City Convention Centre in Singapore from May 27-28. Hosted by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the premier trade association and “voice” of the global business travel industry and co-located for the third year with the WERC® Regional Summit, the event brought together over 950 industry professionals including corporate travel managers (268), travel suppliers, and other industry partners along with nearly 50 exhibiting companies and sponsors.
Marriott International, Inc. today celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel, the company's first hotel in Europe and outside of North America.
Travel remains a constant on people's minds, and as the seasons shift toward summer, enthusiasm for exploration endures—even amidst macroeconomic uncertainties. New data from leading digital travel platform Booking.com reveals that this summer is shaping up to be a season of big travel plans, longer trips, and meaningful escapes. Optimism is high: 77% of global leisure travelers feel excited about exploring the world in the months ahead, and nearly half (48%) expect to spend more on travel than in 2024.* From sun-soaked coastlines to vibrant cities and cultural discoveries, this summer’s trending destinations offer something for every kind of traveler, from Egypt’s coral reefs to Tokyo’s lively streets and southern Spain’s golden beaches.
Everyone would love to host megastars like her: when pop icon Taylor Swift performed in Singapore last year, not only did the US singer captivate 300,000 fans at six sold-out concerts, but she caused a stir in international relations as well. Other countries in the region were less than amused that the city state had apparently negotiated an exclusive contract with the artist, which meant that Swift only performed in Singapore while other destinations in Southeast Asia were left empty-handed. The controversy showed how important major events have now become for tourism in the region. According to analysts’ estimates, the six concerts generated an additional 370 million US dollars in revenue for the city state. Asian holidaymakers are now more willing than ever to visit other countries for attractive events, and to accept high air fares and accommodation costs. The main drivers of this trend are travellers from the People's Republic of China. In the run-up to the Swift concerts, Chinese demand for hotel bookings in Singapore increased by about 400 per cent.
Hard Rock International announces its majority acquisition of Globe Entertainment and Media Corp (GEM)—one of the world's largest private archives of music, celebrity and film photography assets from the past century with over 15 million images and rare, iconic collectibles.
Accor, a global leader in hospitality, and the Fórum de Empresas e Direitos LGBTI+ (LGBTI+ Business and Rights Forum), a business movement that brings together large companies around 10 Commitments to the promotion of LGBTI+ human rights, promoted the event “Together for the Eradication of LGBTI+ phobia” on Friday, May 16, in São Paulo. Led by TchaKa Drag Queen, and held on the eve of the International Day to Combat LGBTI+ phobia, May 17, the meeting brought together public authorities, representatives of large companies, experts and civil society organizations to discuss concrete paths towards more diverse, safe and welcoming environments.
UN Tourism, the Mountain Partnership Secretariat at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), and the South Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO) are joining efforts to strengthen the connection between agrifood systems and tourism across seven Pacific Small Island Developing States (SIDS).