From International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Cannes, Marriott International, Inc. announces its milestone 500th luxury hotel opening, bolstering its position as a leader in luxury. Featuring an unrivaled portfolio of luxury hotel brands, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, W Hotels, The Luxury Collection, EDITION, JW Marriott and Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, Marriott confidently pushes the boundaries of experiential travel reimagining the future of luxury and offering the limitless and transformational power of cultural discovery.
Access Point Financial arranges acquisition financing for Hampton Inn & Suites
Access Point Financial announced today they have arranged a $18.5MM acquisition loan for the Hampton Inn & Suites St. Augustine-Vilano Beach, located in St. Augustine, Florida. APF quickly stepped up after another lender unexpectedly backed out and helped the sponsor, Innisfree Hotels, close in less than three weeks as Hurricane Idalia was making landfall and headed towards St. Augustine, Florida.
UNWTO launches tourism investment guidelines for Chile
The tourism sector in Chile experienced a 52.9% growth in income 2022, new UNWTO research into the country’s status as a top destination for investors reveals. The latest edition of the UNWTO “Tourism Doing Business: Investment Guidelines” also makes clear the opportunities available to foreign investors and the challenges caused by both national considerations and global economic conditions.
Under Canvas partners with Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Under Canvas, and Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) – have announced a partnership between the two brands. The inclusion of nine Under Canvas properties, as well as the first ULUM resort, represents the first outdoor resort brand for the boutique, luxury hotel group. SLH offers discerning guests an unparalleled selection of individually curated hotels in over 90 countries characterized by their unique charm, exceptional service, and anti-chain, anti-same philosophy.
VisitBritain and British Film Commission sign Memorandum of Understanding to boost screen tourism across the UK
At FOCUS London today, the British Film Commission and VisitBritain signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost screen tourism…
Ground-breaking report reveals that as Travel & Tourism continues to grow, its water intensity falls
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today launched its new groundbreaking report, ‘Water Roadmap for Travel & Tourism’, revealing total water intensity by global Travel & Tourism continues to decrease as the sector continues to grow.
Two “World Winners” Awards for the Thanda Group
Thanda Group, lifestyle and philanthropic experiences in Africa, is delighted to announce that it clinched two World Leading awards at the 30th annual World Travel Awards for its private island located off the coast of Tanzania and its safari offering in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa.
Marriott International signs agreement with IOI properties group to bring W Hotels to downtown Singapore
Marriott International, Inc. announced today it has signed an agreement with IOI Properties Group, one of Malaysia’s leading property developers to bring W Singapore – Marina View, a new 350-room property, to downtown Singapore. The hotel is slated to debut at the site of a 51-story mixed-use development. Perched atop the hotel is Marina View Residences, where a suite of high-end apartments is set to redefine luxury living. Construction of the development is expected to begin by the end of 2023, with the hotel projected to operate in late 2028.
UNWTO commends Saudi Arabia as kingdom celebrates 100 million tourist arrivals
UNWTO has sent a message of congratulations to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as it welcomes its 100 millionth tourist.
Marriott International becomes first hospitality company to introduce neuroinclusive practices at its largest customer events
Marriott International, Inc., today announced its commitment to incorporate neuroinclusive practices at Marriott-hosted customer events of 250 people or more globally. This commitment is a result of joining forces with The Neu Project, an initiative from Google’s Experience Institute (Xi) that aims to share resources designed to better accommodate and create a more inclusive experience during meetings and events for neurodivergent attendees. These practices are initially being previewed at Marriott’s Corporate Partnership Customer Conference, THE EXCHANGE, currently taking place November 28 through December 1, 2023 at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Springs, CA.
