Capella Hotel Group announces the launch of Capella Residences Seoul Club, a stunning prelude to Capella Residences Seoul’s opening in 2028.
Shangri-La and Traders Hongqiao Airport Hotels Debut at Shanghai Transportation Hub
Shangri-La Group ("Shangri-La") Shangri-La Group ("the Group") proudly announces the grand opening of Shangri-La Hongqiao Airport and Traders Hongqiao Airport, Shanghai — a dual-branded development located at the heart of the city’s Hongqiao transportation hub. As the Group’s fifth hotel project in Shanghai, this opening reflects its continued expansion in...
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Debuts Reimagined Chelsea Tower Penthouse Suites
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas’ Chelsea Tower has debuted a striking new vision for its 24 penthouse suites and 14 entourage rooms spanning two dedicated floors. Now open for booking, the penthouses blend bold artistry with modern comfort, creating chic spaces made for entertaining and connection. Enhancing the experience even...
IHG Hotels & Resorts Brings Crowne Plaza to Heart of Parramatta
IHG Hotels & Resorts today announced a partnership with developer-builder Urban Property Group (Urban) to introduce Crowne Plaza Parramatta, at the heart of Sydney’s booming second CBD.
AHLA Names 2025’s Top General Managers at The Hospitality Show
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced its 2025 General Managers of the Year Awards during The Hospitality Show in Denver, Colorado. The awards recognized general managers going above and beyond for their guests and employees.
Karan Mahesh Receives 2025 Rising Star Award Asia Pacific
The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC), in partnership with the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP) awarded Karan Mahesh, Senior Sales – South & Southeast Asia, STR CoStar, with the Rising Star Award Asia Pacific during the HICAP event on 22 October 2025. The award recognizes an emerging leader...
IHCL Signs a Taj Hotel in Pondicherry
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Taj hotel in Pondicherry. This is a greenfield project.
AI’s new gatekeepers: How Booking.com and Expedia are hijacking the future of travel
Just days into OpenAI’s new app marketplace, Booking.com and Expedia have seized a commanding lead. They’re not just experimenting with artificial intelligence (AI). They’re embedding themselves directly into the core of how travelers search, discover and book stays at your hotels. And because they’ve moved first—with no safeguards to stop...
A First Look at the Orient Express Train Launching in 2027
Unveiled at the landmark exhibition "1925-2025: A Century of Art Deco" at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, within the grounds of the Louvre, The Orient Express Train stands as a striking dialogue between heritage and modernity. As the principal exhibit in what is being hailed as one of the most...
Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa Unveils New Look for 2025/26 Season
Fresh from the most extensive renovation in its history, Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa is thrilled to welcome back guests this October, following a transformative $14 million investment (approx. £10.5 million). Adding to the excitement, Coconut Bay has been named Saint Lucia’s Leading Family Resort in the 2025 World...
