Hilton today announced the opening of Wirgan Al Noor, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Makkah, marking both the brand’s debut in the Holy City and the largest Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotel worldwide. The property is owned by Wirgan Hospitality.
DoubleTree by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah Brings Brand’s Warm Welcome to Al Aziziyah District
Hilton today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah, expanding its presence in Makkah and bringing the brand’s signature warm hospitality to the Al Aziziyah district. The hotel is owned by Wirgan Hospitality.
Hampton by Hilton Named No. 1 Hotel Franchise on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, Extends Record 17‑Consecutive Year Run
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced today that Hampton by Hilton has been ranked the No. 1 hotel franchise on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® for the 17th consecutive year, extending the brand’s record-setting run at the top of the Lodging category. Hampton by Hilton also ranked as the No. 8 brand overall on...
Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and Tripadvisor® Launch AI-Powered Trip Planning Experience to Help Soccer Fans Navigate 2026 Travel
Best Western Hotels & Resorts, the globally recognized hospitality brand within the BWH Hotels portfolio, and the world’s largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor, today announce the launch of their new "Go for the Goal" platform, an innovative AI-powered trip planning experience designed to help soccer fans plan multi-city travel itineraries...
Oracle Approved by IHG Hotels & Resorts as a Property Management Provider
Oracle OPERA Cloud hospitality platform has been approved by IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) as a cloud-based property management system (PMS) for its estate in the Americas, and EMEAA (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia) regions. With this approval, Oracle joins IHG’s exclusive list of approved property management systems, enabling...
AAA and Bread Financial Survey: 76% of Travelers Planning Milestone Trips in 2026
A new study from AAA and Bread Financial® finds that travel in 2026 will be driven by moments that matter. 61% of Americans plan to travel in 2026, and among those travelers, more than three-quarters (76%) say their trips will be planned around important life milestones such as birthdays, weddings,...
Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa 2026 to Spotlight Investment, Innovation and Destination Growth Across Sub-Saharan Africa
The Future Hospitality Summit Africa (FHS Africa) will return to Nairobi on 31 March - 1 April 2026, bringing together some of the most influential leaders shaping hospitality, tourism and investment across the continent. The event will take place at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill.
Nammos to Open First-Ever Resort in the Middle East in Spring 2026
While much of the region’s ultra-luxury hospitality has leaned into quiet sanctuaries, Nammos, the global cultural landmark of Mediterranean glamour is set to disrupt the status quo. Opening its first-ever resort this spring at AMAALA’s Triple Bay, Nammos Resort AMAALA is set to launch a full-spectrum destination built on the...
Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection Debuts Newly Renovated Oceanfront Suites This February
This February, Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection will unveil a refreshed stay experience with the debut of its newly renovated Oceanfront Suites, introducing an elevated open-air, residential-style retreat overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Sustainable Travel Immersion at Its Peak with Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel
It’s widely known that sustainability and luxury travel are now wholly entwined in 2026, and yet few hotels have fully embodied the magic that comes from reflecting
