Mandarin Oriental, Jeddah, which is expected to open in 2030, will bring a new level of luxury hospitality to Saudi Arabia, further strengthening the Group’s presence in the region and complementing the brand’s award-winning offerings in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Muscat and Riyadh.
In a strategic dual signing with Al Mosa and Sons, IHG Hotels & Resorts strengthens Saudi footprint with a new hotel in Riyadh
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a dual management agreement with Mosa bin Abdul Aziz Al-Mosa and Sons Real Estate Holding Co. The signing will see the launch of Holiday Inn Riyadh Rose Yard (106 keys), reinforcing IHG’s long-term commitment to the Kingdom...
Alec Dalton of Accelerating Leaders is the 2025 Recipient of the ISHC Lori Raleigh Award for Emerging Excellence in Hospitality Consulting
The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) has named Alec Dalton of Accelerating Leaders as the recipient of the annual Lori Raleigh Award for Emerging Excellence in Hospitality Consulting. Dalton was honored at the ISHC annual conference held November 4-6, 2025 at the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot in New Orleans, LA....
InterContinental debuts the first international luxury resort in Ha Long Bay
InterContinental is continuing its legacy of pioneering new destinations with the opening of InterContinental Halong Bay Resort. Within the twice-recognised UNESCO World Heritage Site, InterContinental - the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand - will open a landmark resort overlooking green-clad mountain islands and azure, blue sea.
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection debuts as the world’s tallest hotel
Ciel Dubai Marina is now officially open within IHG’s Vignette Collection. Setting a new global benchmark as the world’s tallest hotel, the ambitious project - led by Dubai developer The First Group - underscores Vignette Collection’s vision to offer one-of-a-kind stays in destinations to remember. The architectural marvel spans 82...
IHG Signs Crowne Plaza Al Khobar Al Bandariyah
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a dual management agreement with Mosa bin Abdul Aziz Al-Mosa and Sons Real Estate Holding Co. The signing will see the launch of Crowne Plaza Al Khobar Al Bandariyah (232 keys), reinforcing IHG’s long-term commitment to the...
UN Tourism Welcomes TikTok Superstar Khaby Lame as Ambassador, Recognizing Pivotal Role of Creative Economy
UN Tourism has welcomed Khaby Lame, the world’s most-popular TikTok creator, as its newest Ambassador.
Dar Global and The Trump Organization Announce Two Global Firsts: Trump International Hotel Maldives and the World’s First Tokenized Hotel Development Project
Dar Global (LSE: DAR), the London-listed luxury real estate developer and The Trump Organization proudly unveil two historic milestones, the debut of Trump International Hotel Maldives, the brand’s first property in the Maldives, and the launch of the world’s first tokenized hotel development tied to the project.
STR Weekly Insights: 2-8 November 2025
Against an easy comparable from last year’s presidential election week, U.S. revenue per available room (RevPAR) rose 6.2% for the period ending 8 November. The gain was fairly balanced with a 1.5 percentage point increase in occupancy and a 3.6% rise in average daily rate (ADR).
A New Era Dawns in Western Sydney: Cabravale Club Resort Opens Its Doors with a Spectacular Celebration
Western Sydney has a new landmark. Cabravale Club Resort officially opened its doors with a celebration unlike anything the region has seen - a day and night of colour, culture and world-class entertainment marking the arrival of Australia’s first integrated Club Resort.