In a defining moment for the global Travel & Tourism sector, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC) initiated by the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia today released the latest industry-shaping Environmental Impact Research data.
Choice Hotels calls on Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to engage in discussions
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) (the “Company” or “Choice”), today called upon the board of directors of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: WH) (“Wyndham”) to engage in good faith discussions so that shareholders of both companies can benefit from the compelling combination.
IHG Hotels & Resorts renews Clark Atlanta University partnership to help build early career talent pipeline
Clark Atlanta University (CAU), the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in the southern United States, and IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, hosted an event earlier this month highlighting the importance of corporate HBCU partnerships to support student success. Together with CAU students and leaders, IHG announced it would again renew its commitment to CAU as a Premier Corporate Partner for 2024 and unveiled a renovated student lounge at the School of Business.
Marriott Bonvoy and Rappi join forces to offer great benefits to joint members in Mexico
Marriott International announced that starting today, members of Marriott Bonvoy®, Marriott International’s award-winning travel program and marketplace, and Rappi users in Mexico who link their accounts will enjoy special benefits and more opportunities to accumulate points. Benefits will include:
WTTC partners with GSTC to strengthen global hospitality standards
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) have today announced a major new partnership, aligning to establish a structured framework for hotel sustainability, leading to GSTC Certification.
General Assembly concludes with clear vision for UNWTO and Tourism
Global tourism leaders have further advanced plans for a more ethical, diverse sector led by a growing UNWTO. The 25th session of the UNWTO General Assembly convened for a second day to examine, discuss and approve the Organization’s work, with a focus on expanding its global presence, ethics and legal frameworks and the role of public-private partnerships
Amora Beach Resort Phuket repositions as Five-Star modern lifestyle resort to meet luxury tourism demand
Amora Beach Resort Phuket receives extensive refurbishment costing THB 500 million (US$14 million) as part of its repositioning into a five-star modern lifestyle resort that meets the preferences of active and adventurous couples, friends and families. Located on a private 80m stretch on Bang Tao Beach, the 264-key resort is expected to re-open in December this year with newly built facilities.
Q3 Trading update to 30th September 2023
“Travel demand remained very healthy during the quarter, and I would like to thank all our teams for supporting another strong trading period. Q3 RevPAR increased 10% versus 2022 and 13% versus 2019, representing the fifth quarter of sequential improvement exceeding pre-pandemic highs. Greater China continued its excellent rebound with RevPAR now above 2019, which the Americas achieved in the second quarter of last year and EMEAA in the fourth quarter. Group-wide occupancy was 72%, just one percentage point behind 2019 which further confirms the near-complete return to pre-Covid levels of demand. Pricing remained very robust. As well as year on year RevPAR growth in each of our three regions, it was also pleasing to see rooms revenue growth for each of leisure, business and group travel.
Centara Reserve Samui wins prestigious Hotel Design of the Year 2023 Accolade
Centara Reserve Samui is delighted to announce it has been awarded Hotel Design of the Year 2023 at the Destination Deluxe Awards. This distinguished accolade underscores the resort’s dedication to innovative architectural and interior design, seamlessly blending luxury with nature.
2024 Budget Planning: What Is Top of Mind for Hotel Owners & Operators?
Budget season is upon us, and around the world hotel owners and operators are buried deep in data trying to come up with 2024 performance numbers.
