UN Tourism Launches Global Artificial Intelligence Challenge

The Global Artificial Intelligence Challenge will support projects that are leveraging digital technologies to enhance tourism, promote sustainability, and drive economic growth. Participants are encouraged to address digital transformation, sustainability, inclusivity, and digital governance across key areas, including branding and marketing; smart destinations and deep technologies; scalable education solutions; and...

IHG Hotels & Resorts to welcome Vignette Collection to Türkiye

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of Vignette Collection, Union Han, Istanbul Karaköy, - marking the brand’s debut in Türkiye. The converted property, owned by Cortex Turizm, will become the 16th IHG hotel in the city once it opens in the...

Mews wins Tech Hero Award

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has won the Tech Hero Award at CIODAY2024. The award is presented to companies that have built their business around a digital core, allowing them to continually adapt to industry changes and lead the way with innovations.

The Alliance launches Universal Sustainability KPIs at COP29: marking a new era for climate action in hospitality

In a landmark session at COP29, the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) introduced its Universal Sustainability Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) during the first-ever joint session of Tourism Ministers and the COP Presidency. This initiative, part of the COP29 Declaration on Enhanced Climate Action in Tourism, marks a transformative step...