Press Releases

Hyatt Select Announced as Hyatt’s First Conversion-Friendly Transient Brand in the Upper-Midscale Segment in the Americas

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced plans for Hyatt Select, a new upper-midscale transient brand designed to meet the needs of modern travelers while delivering an efficient, cost-effective model for owners. The Hyatt Select brand will strengthen Hyatt’s upper-midscale presence complementing Hyatt Studios, Hyatt’s extended-stay brand in the category, which marked the opening of its first property, Hyatt Studios Mobile / Tillmans Corner, on Feb. 18.

Crowne Plaza by IHG: Research Reveals Surging Demand for Work-Leisure Travel as Offices Reopen

Crowne Plaza by IHG – one of the world’s largest premium hotel brands and a thought-leader in the blended travel space – has released its second white paper, Leading the Charge in Blended Travel. The report unveils a major shift in how people live and work since its 2022 report, particularly as companies embrace the ‘return to office’ more broadly. Currently, 66 percent of U.S. and U.K. travelers actively combine business trips with personal leisure time, up from 53 percent in 2022. Among them, 56 percent say the ability to travel while working (i.e. blended travel) is a key benefit of remote work.

ITB Berlin Convention 2025: Inspiration and ideas for the future of travel

The challenges and tasks facing a tourism industry in transition are the focus of the ITB Berlin Convention 2025, which takes place from 4 to 6 March at the Berlin Exhibition Centre. Under the motto ‘The Power of Transition lives here’, trade visitors can look forward to an ambitious and comprehensive programme with high-profile presentations and discussions on the future of travel.

Accor Hosts 2025 General Manager Conference for Indonesia and Malaysia

General Managers from Indonesia and Malaysia, along with Accor’s leadership team, gathered at the General Manager Conference 2025 for Indonesia and Malaysia. Held on 17–18 February 2025 at Mövenpick Hotel Jakarta City Centre, the conference, themed “CONNECT,” served as a key platform for strategic planning, networking, idea exchange, knowledge sharing, and reinforcing the Group’s commitment to the hospitality and tourism industries, particularly in Indonesia and Malaysia.

ISHC Honors Ben Weprin with the Pioneer Award at ALIS

The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) in partnership with The Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) presented Ben Weprin, Founder and CEO of AJ Capital Partners and creator of several hospitality brands such as Graduate Hotels, Marine & Lawn Hotels & Resorts, Field & Stream Lodge Co., with the 2025 Pioneer Award. The Award each year recognizes an individual who is considered a pioneer in their field by making an outstanding contribution, achievement, or improvement in the hospitality industry.

HSMAI Celebrates 68th Annual Adrian Awards

The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) celebrated the best in travel marketing at the Adrian Awards Celebration on Tuesday, February 18, at the New York Marriott Marquis, with more than 500 industry and agency executives in attendance. This year, the 68th annual competition theme, “Wish You Were Here,” celebrates the moments and contributions that comprised the most innovative and successful travel marketing, public relations, advertising, and integrated campaigns.

Hyatt Introduces Asia Pacific Meetings & Events Alliance to Streamline Multi-City Event Planning for Organizers

Hyatt is proud to announce the launch of the Hyatt Asia Pacific Meetings & Events Alliance, a strategic initiative designed to streamline multi-year, multi-city event planning across the Asia Pacific region. Building upon the success of the Hyatt Convention Alliance, Hyatt Wellness Alliance and Hyatt Resort Alliance in the United States, this new Asia Pacific program aims to provide corporate planners with a seamless, efficient, and centralized approach to event management across multiple Hyatt properties in the region.

GAIN and Terrapinn Announce Strategic Partnership for NoVacancy Asia 2025

Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN), the leading global travel & hospitality advisory firm for growth & innovation, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with Terrapinn, a global events company, whose events promote innovation and technology that changes people’s lives, as the Knowledge & Networking Partner for NoVacancy Asia 2025. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in shaping the future of Asia’s hotel and accommodation industry.

Positive industry outlook reflected at ITB Berlin 2025

ITB Berlin is setting the pace shortly before the trade show begins: with 95 per cent of the display area already booked, a record number of international exhibitors from 165 countries as well as strong growth in key travel segments, the World's Leading Travel Trade Show reflects the upturn in the travel industry. Demand is particularly high in the cruise sector, as well as Southern Europe, Asia and Africa. The travel technology sector is also booming, and now occupying a larger area in Hall 4.1. Regular exhibitors including Trenitalia, Panama and Hamburg, as well as new participants such as Djibouti and Visa, are giving the show an extra boost. Albania, this year's host country, will host a spectacle for "all the senses" in Halls 3.1 and 4.1. Taking as its slogan ’The Power of Transition Lives Here’, the ITB Berlin Convention focuses on the major challenges and opportunities in global tourism. In addition to a wide variety of exhibitors, participants can also look forward to numerous new event formats such as the ITB Transition Labs and trade visitor tours, as well as the ITB Travel & Tourism Report.

HSMAI Europe Strengthens its Commitment to Future Hospitality Leaders with Key Appointment and Expanded Roster of Initiatives For Students and Young Professionals

HSMAI Europe is doubling down on its commitment to nurturing future hospitality leaders with the appointment of Yana Kyrylyuk as Young Talent Programme Manager. A natural fit for the role, Yana transitions from Chair of the HSMAI Europe Student Council to steer projects that guide students and young professionals towards thriving careers in the industry.