EVEN Hotels – part of IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,200 destinations across 19 brands – is celebrating its growth momentum and positive response from guests and owners following the unveiling of its reimagined prototype and brand identity. The upscale, select service and wellness-focused brand plans to open seven additional U.S. properties by the end of 2024 – which will increase its national footprint by nearly 40 percent – while also integrating elements of its refreshed look and offerings throughout its portfolio.
Delta Hotels by Marriott introduces new hydration program with waterdrop to help travelers embrace a moment of pause
In a world that moves at a rapid pace, finding moments of pause and self-care is paramount to maintaining momentum. Delta Hotels by Marriott®, part of Marriott Bonvoy®’s global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, is furthering its commitment to creating seamless and thoughtful travel experiences by introducing an exclusive new and complimentary hydration program with waterdrop®, whose mission is to encourage people to drink more water so that they can live a healthier, longer, and more sustainable life.
Travel recovery continues as hoteliers embrace upselling
Travel continues to rebound, with all three key KPIs growing over the summer in the UK & Ireland, according to the latest data from Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud.
VisitBritain expands its ‘Future of Events’ educational series with launch of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Pathway
VisitBritain expands its ‘Future of Events’ educational series with launch of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Pathway, in partnership with New Intent
WTTC and Hotelbeds uncover Global Tourism Trends
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) partnered with Hotelbeds to bring sector leaders together in Palma, Mallorca, to delve into the ever-evolving dynamics of global Travel & Tourism.
Marriott International announces winners of 2023 Masters of the Craft
Marriott International today announced the winners of Masters of the Craft, an annual culinary and beverage competition designed to foster creativity and innovation while highlighting exceptional chefs and bartenders across the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of hotels in the U.S. and Canada.
International tourism swiftly overcoming pandemic downturn
International tourism has continued to recover from the worst crisis in its history as arrival numbers reached 84% of pre-pandemic levels between January and July 2023, according to the latest data from UNWTO. The Middle East, Europe and Africa lead the global sector’s rebound.
Hyatt strengthens luxury and lifestyle growth with strategic expansion across the Americas region
Hyatt Hotels Corporation continues to strategically grow its luxury and lifestyle brand footprint with a strong development pipeline of more than 30 planned hotels and resorts in the Americas region through 2025, including the expansion of Hyatt brands into new markets. Over the last five years, globally, Hyatt has doubled its number of luxury rooms, tripled the number of resort rooms, and quadrupled the number of lifestyle rooms – and the momentum continues. Hyatt is the fastest growing luxury portfolio, with luxury, lifestyle, and resort hotels now making up over 40% of Hyatt’s portfolio, reinforcing its position as the premier hotel brand for high-end travelers.
eHotelier and HFTP release the Hospitality Technology Innovations report
In collaboration with over 130 leading hospitality technology solutions providers, we are thrilled to announce the release of our comprehensive report, “Hospitality Technology Innovations.” Created in partnership with HFTP, this groundbreaking report provides an in-depth look into the future of hotel technology and its role in addressing the current skills shortages within the hotel industry.
Cora Cora Maldives celebrates its second anniversary with a month of festivities
It’s Freedom Time for the second year! Cora Cora Maldives celebrates its Second Anniversary on the 1stOctober 2023 after another year of successful growth. During their second year of operation, Cora Cora Maldives has continued its journey of success, filled with more award wins, exceptional milestones, and positive impacts on people and the environment. In celebration of this momentous occasion, the luxurious resort has a month full of festivities that guests are encouraged to partake in.
