Dusit Thani College begins new wave of global expansion, introduces fast-track hospitality training in Saudi Arabia
The six-month program launches in Riyadh in January 2026, targeting Saudi Arabia's projected 2.7 million hospitality jobs by 2025.
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UN Tourism Presents “Tourism Doing Business: Investing in Lithuania” During High-Level Visit to Madrid
UN Tourism launched investment guidelines highlighting 14 projects worth €692.2 million across Lithuania's wellness, MICE, and sustainable accommodation sectors.
Beyond Green Expands Global Impact with Five New Members and Consulting Integration
Beyond Green unified its consulting division and added five sustainability-focused properties across Malaysia, New York, and Portugal to strengthen its global impact platform.
Why Sound Strategy Will Define Experiential Hospitality
The author argues that strategic music programming across hotel zones can increase guest dwell time and revenue by over 30%, with AI-powered platforms now enabling scalable implementation.
By Ola Sars, CEO, Soundtrack Technologies
European Hotels Destination Index
CBRE's inaugural index ranks 66 European destinations on market fundamentals and economic factors to guide hotel investment decisions.
Dubai introduces contactless hotel check-in technology
Dubai's government launches citywide biometric check-in system across 820 hotels, allowing guests to complete formalities on mobile phones and bypass front desk queues.
Aahaasa Collection Debuts in Sri Lanka: a New Circuit of Soulful Boutique Sanctuaries - Transformative Odysseys Shaped by Landscape, Culture, and Emotion
The family-founded brand operates two properties with a third planned, positioning itself as Sri Lanka's newest luxury boutique collection focused on nature-based experiences.
Meliá Hotels International Strengthens Luxury and Lifestyle Offering with New Hotel Openings in 2026
The Spanish hotel group will debut 23 properties globally including its first Southeast Asia resort in Bali and luxury developments in Dubai, Seychelles, and Maldives.
Waterford Hotel Group Expands Footprint in New Orleans with Five Additional Hotels
Waterford adds five French Quarter properties from The J Collection, bringing its New Orleans portfolio to 11 hotels ahead of peak festival season.
San Montano Resort & Spa in Ischia Joins Relais & Châteaux
The thermal spa resort becomes Relais & Châteaux's first property on Ischia after recent renovations including a new Lighthouse Suite.
Rail Tourism Awards 2025: Honouring the most inspiring campaigns that connect Europe by rail
European Travel Commission and Eurail honor 23 campaigns promoting rail travel, with winners from Switzerland Tourism, Rail Europe, Slovenske železnice, and Sweet/Silverrail.
Paris Leads the World’s Top 100 City Destinations Index for 2025: Euromonitor International
Euromonitor's annual index shows global city tourism grew 8% to 702 million arrivals, with Asia Pacific leading at 10% growth and Bangkok topping visitor numbers at 30.3 million.
Japan Brief: Hotel and Retail Sectors to Remain Resilient Despite Decrease in Chinese Visitors
CBRE analysis shows diversified visitor base and weak yen will offset Chinese travel restrictions, with European, US, and Australian tourists providing stronger spending power.
From private investment to big capital: the professionalisation of the Dutch holiday park market
Dutch holiday park demand has grown 40% since 2012 while supply increased only 26%, creating investment opportunities for private equity amid traditional financing model challenges.
Tourism Advances Climate Action at COP30 with Stronger Governance and Adaptation Focus
UN Tourism and Brazil's tourism ministry launched initiatives at COP30 to strengthen climate governance and accelerate the Glasgow Declaration's implementation across 70 endorsing governments.
Cordis Sets A New Pulse With Global Campaign Featuring Amber Liu
Langham's Cordis brand partners with singer Amber Liu for its 10th anniversary campaign promoting authentic, passion-driven travel experiences.
How Hotels Are Blending Sustainability With Local Heritage, Craftsmanship & Culture
The article showcases three hotels demonstrating how sustainability initiatives can preserve local heritage, support traditional craftsmanship, and strengthen cultural connections.
Viceroy Hotels Expands into Africa with Three Luxury Safari Lodges
The brand's first African properties include three safari lodges in Zambia and Botswana, managed by African Bush Camps.
UN Tourism joins AWE in delivering practical solutions for more accessible and inclusive tourism businesses
UN Tourism and AWE released five practical steps for tourism businesses to improve accessibility, targeting a market of 1.3 billion people with disabilities.
Welcome to the Era of High Life Worth: An Evolving Global Luxury Landscape Shapes Marriott International's Luxury Group Strategy for 2026 and Beyond
Marriott's Luxury Group announces strategy pivot toward "High Life Worth" focusing on wellbeing, connection and cultural experiences, with 35 new luxury openings planned for 2026.