The Luxury Collection launches 10 curated journeys across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean, positioning its hotels as gateways to immersive cultural, culinary, and ecological experiences.
HCN and Artography will integrate a 200,000+ licensed artwork collection into HCN's in-room tablets at four- and five-star hotels across the US and Canada, letting guests browse and buy art for home delivery.
Industry partners preview investment themes ahead of FHS Saudi Arabia 2026, highlighting Riyadh's shift toward integrated leisure, MICE, and sustainability-led hospitality development.
A 2026 strategic assessment of Gulf hospitality arguing that giga-project corrections mask a deeper, more durable shift toward heritage-led, authenticity-driven luxury that will define global hospitality trends through 2030.
Two 200-key Holiday Inn properties will open in 2029 and 2030, adding to IHG's 10 existing Egypt hotels and 23-property pipeline.
The 92-key property will be strategically positioned near UNESCO World Heritage monuments and is scheduled to open in Q3 2027.
The ninth annual awards program focuses on regenerative, smart and resilient cultural tourism with applications due May 15, 2026.
The premium soft brand will debut in Italy in spring 2026, targeting independent hotels seeking global commercial support while preserving local identity.
Virginia-based management company adds 400 rooms through Courtyard and Wyndham properties, bringing its portfolio to 18 hotels.
The shift to storytelling-driven hospitality reflects rising guest expectations for authentic, immersive experiences rooted in place and history.
Data Appeal and Mabrian analysis shows Germans increasingly favor European destinations combining cultural heritage with natural beauty, with Italy capturing nearly 20% of German stays across six regions.