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Hyatt’s Transformative Growth Continues: More Markets, More Segments, More Opportunities
Hyatt completes acquisition of Mr & Mrs Smith travel platform that provides direct access to more than 1,500 boutique and luxury properties Hyatt expects to maintain industry-leading net rooms growth into the future with increased focus on extended-stay in the Americas in addition to expansive opportunities globally across brand portfolio
Qatar Airways won’t include first class on its next-gen aircraft
Qatar Airways, which routinely pockets the top prize at the Skytrax World Airline Awards, won’t have first-class berths on its next-generation long-haul aircraft, according to Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker.
The value of digitization
Mehmet T. Nane, Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Pegasus Airlines and Chair, IATA Board of Governors, believes technology benefits are wide ranging.
BRITISH AIRWAYS BECOMES LATEST AIRLINE TO OPERATE TO İSTANBUL SABIHA GÖKÇEN
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen has become the latest destination to join British Airways’ network, with the inaugural flight touching down on the Anatolian side of Istanbul on Thursday 1 June 2023.
Nominees announced for the 2023 World Culinary Awards
The nominees for the 4th annual World Culinary Awards have been announced. Visit https://worldculinaryawards.com/nominees/2023 to view all of the 2023 nominees and to cast your vote.
Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars Opens in the United Kingdom
The London hotel is the ninth Hyatt hotel opening in the city, signaling Hyatt’s expanding brand footprint in the United Kingdom
Wyndham Launches Registry Collection in Europe with Opening of Ajul Luxury Hotel & Spa Resort
Luxury resort on Greece's dazzling Halkidiki peninsula marks latest addition to Wyndham's prestigious portfolio in Europe
IHG Hotels & Resorts Introduces Effortless Wi-Fi Connection for Guests Worldwide
Now live, the new Wi-Fi Auto Connect feature seamlessly connects loyalty members' mobile devices upon entering hotels; available at more than 5,000+ IHG hotels worldwide
One Marriott Bonvoy Point = One Epic Experience
From sipping mezcal with Aaron Paul & Bryan Cranston to cracking the case with Crime Junkie hosts Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat, if there was ever a time to be a Marriott Bonvoy member, it is now.
Over 500,000 Expected for Denver PrideFest: The Largest LGBTQ+ Event in the Rocky Mountain Region
Denver's welcoming community shines a spotlight on the queer community throughout Pride Month
Kandima Maldives Receives Prestigious 2023 Travelers’ Choice® Award from Tripadvisor®
Kandima Maldives’ Outstanding Reviews Earned it a Place Among Favourite Resorts of Discerning Travellers On the Global Platform
UNWTO COMMISSION FOR EUROPE MEETS IN SOFIA
European tourism leaders have met to advance shared plans for the sector’s future. The 68th meeting of the UNWTO Regional Commission for Europe (31 May – 2 June, Sofia, Bulgaria), assessed the current state of tourism in the region while also recognizing the vital importance of education, jobs and investments for a more inclusive and sustainable future.