Preferred Hotels & Resorts, announces its new global partnership with UnionPay International (UPI), and launches a new dedicated offer for UnionPay global cardholders. Facilitated by I Prefer Hotel Rewards Program, this offer allows up to the world’s largest cardholder base from UnionPay to unlock one-of-a-kind stay experiences with more than 135 participating hotels from about 35 renowned travel destinations. 2,500 I Prefer bonus points and a complimentary member tier upgrade to Explorer are available for new I Prefer members who book and stay via the dedicated UnionPay offer.
Radisson Hotel Group welcomes guests during COP28 with Net Zero Nights
During the COP28 climate conference, Radisson Hotel Group ensures that every guest night between 30 November and 12 December 2023, in its entire UAE portfolio of 16 hotels, becomes Net Zero. This remarkable achievement is made possible through a two-fold approach: Renewable Energy certificates and Certified Carbon Credits.
IHG and AWC grow partnership to create luxury destination resort experiences in Chiang Rai
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), renowned as Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group, extend their long-standing partnership with a landmark agreement to open two new luxury hotels in Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Mews surpasses 5k customers worldwide
Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has surpassed 5,000 customers using its property management system as it continues its impressive growth around the world.
Accor franchise team achieve 10,000 keys in the Pacific
Accor Pacific, Australia and New Zealand’s largest hotel operator, is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in the success of its franchise hotel operations in Australia and New Zealand. The company now partners with 120 hotels (over 10,000 rooms) across a diverse portfolio of hotels, apartments, and resorts.
FREENOW and GBTA examines the evolution of ground transportation in Europe for business travel
There’s no putting the brakes on the way business travelers view and utilize ground transportation. That’s according to the latest report from FREENOW, Europe’s Mobility Super App, and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world’s largest business travel association.
UNWTO celebrates Qatar tourism awards to recognize excellence in the sector
UNWTO has joined Qatar Tourism to recognize the individuals and businesses leading the way in building a better sector in the country.
Break Boundaries at the upcoming Hotel Leadership Conference
Anticipation is building as the hospitality industry gears up for the Hotel Leadership Conference 2024, returning to Park Plaza London Riverbank on 15-16 January.
Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives shines at the 2023 World Luxury Spa Awards
The idyllic Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives, known for its unparalleled romantic escapes and immersive experiences, has emerged as a triumphant star at the 2023 World Luxury Spa Awards. The resort’s SPA Cenvaree proudly claimed three prestigious awards, marking a significant milestone in this incredible destination’s journey toward excellence in the hospitality industry.
Tourism’s importance for growth highlighted in world economic outlook report
Tourism has again been identified as a key driver of economic recovery and growth in a new report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). With UNWTO data pointing to a return to 95% of pre-pandemic tourist numbers by the end of the year in the best-case scenario, the IMF report outlines the positive impact the sector’s rapid recovery will have on certain economies worldwide.
