ONYX Hospitality Group proudly presents “maai spa,” a sophisticated foray into the world of upscale wellness. Rooted in the transformative journey of silk, the spa intertwines elegance and innovation, crafting a holistic experience that transcends borders. With its debut in Thailand and the Maldives, “maai spa” emerges as a beacon of luxury, embracing international standards and catering to discerning travellers seeking all-encompassing well-being.
Capital Investment fuels growth in travel & tourism, forecast to reach nearly $1 trillion says WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Travel & Tourism Economic Impact 2023 Global Trends Report today reveals an encouraging resurgence in Travel & Tourism investment, overcoming pandemic setbacks and signalling a strong return to growth.
UNWTO strengthens relationship with Israel during official visit
As a founding Member State, joining in 1975, Israel has played an active role in UNWTO’s work and continues to serve on several important Committees and bodies. Following on from the official visit of Israel’s Ministry of Tourism, to the UNWTO headquarters in Madrid in July, the UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili led a delegation to Israel for a series of high-level discussions around shared priorities.
Go your own way and earn more furing Marriott Bonvoy’s fall global promotion
With extraordinary hotel brands for every style worldwide, Marriott Bonvoy® lets you go your way and earn bonus points during the new global promotion. This fall, Marriott Bonvoy is rewarding members who explore the breadth of Marriott Bonvoy’s distinctive portfolio with two ways to earn bonus points.
Choice Hotels Asia-Pac reports sustained Q2 results following record breaking high
Following a record-breaking first quarter, leading hotel group Choice Hotels Asia-Pac has reported consistent year-on-year growth across key metrics in the second quarter of 2023.
The Dolder Grand in Zurich named Gault Millau Hotel of the Year 2024
GaultMillau Editor-in-Chief Urs Heller: “A destination that wins the title ‘Hotel of the Year’ twice in eight years must be doing something extraordinary. The Dolder Grand has delivered. We were delighted by the new MIKURIYA Japanese restaurant and the fascinating garden restaurant blooms. The jewel in the house is The Restaurant, which holds 19 points and two stars.” The two masterminds who have turned the luxury city resort into a food haven are General Manager Markus Granelli and Culinary Director Heiko Nieder.
Choice Hotels International enables members of choice privileges to get closer to the action
Choice Hotels International, Inc. and LEARFIELD, the leading media and technology company in college sports, announced the second season of Choice Privileges Experiences kicks off today, enabling members of Choice Privileges to redeem points for exclusive college football and basketball gameday experiences during the 2023-2024 season. As Choice continues to reinvigorate its award-winning loyalty program to offer more earning and redeeming opportunities for members, the company is expanding on last year’s Choice Privileges Experiences to include 18 total schools, 47 total redeemable experiences, Gold and Silver VIP Gameday opportunities and complimentary hotel stays for participating Gold VIP Gameday Experiences.
Rajan Datar to MC Summit on Culture & Heritage in Tourism
Rajan Datar, the award winning TV broadcaster familiar to BBC UK and BBC World viewers, will MC opening and closing sessions at the inaugural Global Leaders Summit presented by the World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage.
IHG Hotels & Resorts launches IHG LIFT program to drive growth opportunities for diverse owners in the US and Canada
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today introduced IHG LIFT, an owner growth program focused on creating more hotel development support for historically under-represented groups within the hospitality industry, and further diversifying IHG’s hotel owner community. The company’s new program will help unlock common barriers to hotel ownership among these groups and empower diverse owner-entrepreneurs for success.
Accor and Peloton announce Australia’s first hotel partnership to incentivise health and fitness while travelling
Australians will now be able to earn more than just endorphins after a workout when travelling, with leading fitness brand, Peloton, and Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, announcing a new partnership today.









