New research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) warns that proposed changes to the U.S. ESTA programme, requiring wider social media disclosures, could directly reduce international travel demand and materially weaken the U.S. Travel & Tourism economy, with up to 157,000 jobs lost – wiping out the same...
UN Tourism launches road map towards the International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism 2027
UN Tourism is leading the shift from dialogue to delivery as it begins preparations for the International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism in 2027.
IHG Hotels & Resorts to bring its premium brand, voco to Lucknow, India
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Rajdeep Infra & Sales Pvt Ltd for the development of voco Lucknow. Scheduled to open in Q3 2029, the upcoming hotel will introduce IHG’s fastest-growing premium brand to this vital capital city, reinforcing...
Shiji Hits Major Milestone with 400th Hyatt Infrasys POS and Full Digital F&B Ecosystem Install
ATLANTA, Georgia, US - Shiji, the global hospitality technology leader, announced the 400th installation of its Infrasys POS at a Hyatt hotel, marking a significant milestone in its collaboration with Hyatt that began in 2019. The install took place at the Hyatt Regency Greenville in Greenville, South Carolina, a contemporary...
Marriott Bonvoy Recognized as the World’s Leading Hotel Loyalty Program by The Points Guy
Marriott Bonvoy today announced it has once again been named Best Hotel Loyalty Program by The Points Guy (TPG), the trusted media platform focused on maximizing travel experiences while minimizing spending.
Influence Society and Consulate General of France to Host SOCIETIES in New York. A Curated Symposium for Hospitality Leaders
PARIS, 2 February 2026. Influence Society, a specialist in digital marketing for luxury and lifestyle hospitality brands, will convene its next SOCIETIES event on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the historic Consulate General of France in New York City. Under the patronage of Cédrik Fouriscot, Consul General of France in...
Trip.com Group’s 2026 Lunar New Year Forecast: Longer Journeys and Premium Travel Gain Momentum in the Year of the Horse
Galloping into the Year of the Horse, Lunar New Year 2026 travel is gathering speed.
Trading Places
Circa 2009. Late September. I’m the regional controller for five hotels. Sitting at my desk minding my own business, doing my own work when the phone rings.
LIME Resort Bohol, a member of Radisson Individuals Premier, debuts as the first Radisson Individuals Premier in Southeast Asia Pacific
Radisson Hotel Group proudly introduces LIME Resort Bohol, a member of Radisson Individuals Premier, a premium beachfront property featuring 85 loft-style villas, three restaurants, and three lagoon-style swimming pools. Located on Panglao Island, one of the Philippines’ most sought-after destinations, the resort combines contemporary design with authentic Filipino hospitality.
Absolute Hotel Services Announces Management Agreement for U Phu Quoc, a 5-star Beachfront Resort Set to Open in 2029
Absolute Hotel Services (AHS) is pleased to announce the official signing with North Trade In Cement Corporation for the development and management of U Phu Quoc, an international 5‑star beachfront resort scheduled to open in 2029.