While the Hajj is an established ritual in the Islamic world, its importance as a tourism destination has been transformed in recent times, with the Saudi government investing heavily in new hotels.
“Workventure” is the new “bleisure”
Hotwire is trying to redefine the way travelers approach the intersection of business and leisure.
AccorHotels partners with LinkedIn to connect business travellers
All AccorHotels guests can use the new feature, Business Check powered by LinkedIn, to identify people in their professional network who are based in the city they are in or find relevant profiles to connect with.
Substantial benefits from tabletop ordering technology: Cornell study
A new study from the Cornell Center for Hospitality Research (CHR) finds that the tabletop technology can both speed table turns and increase average checks.
Wyndham adds 200,000 square feet of meeting space to portfolio in 2016
In 2016, Wyndham’s new openings added more than 200 new meeting and event spaces to the company’s portfolio, bringing more than 10 million square feet of meeting and event space to its hotel offerings.
Condé Nast Traveler announces its 2016 Readers’ Choice Awards
Over 300,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers cast votes for the world’s best hotels, resorts, cities, islands, airlines, and cruise lines.
Carlson Rezidor gives back to local communities during its 2016 Responsible Business Action Month
This year, the group hosted over 1,000 activities, devoted more than 50,000 volunteer hours, and raised a total of USD 460,000 and in-kind donations of USD 700,000 for World Childhood Foundation and other local charities.
Marriott gives wholesalers access to real-time rates and inventory
The solution is part of Marriott’s strategy to shift to dynamic rates and automated reservations, replacing antiquated processes for contracting, accessing inventory and booking hotel rooms.
Best Hotels in Europe rankings announced by U.S. News & World Report
The rankings evaluate more than 2,000 five-star hotels in over 40 countries to identify the very best accommodations in Europe.
The Savoy unveils its new Royal Suite
The Royal Suite at The Savoy has been remodelled to enhance the heart of the space and encourage harmonious flow between the rooms, reflecting a comfortable and less formal experience.
