Travel Industry News Page 237
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Unveils the “Glimpse of Bhutan all-inclusive package”
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary, the world's only all-inclusive luxury wellness sanctuary with traditional Bhutanese medicine at its heart, presents Glimpse of Bhutan, a six-day, five-night all-inclusive journey that distils the essence of the Himalayan Kingdom into a deeply restorative and culturally rich experience. Designed for travellers who value meaning over movement, the programme blends sacred landscapes, living traditions, and traditional wellness into one seamless, unhurried stay.
Marriott Bonvoy Brings Members Closer to Cricket with Exclusive Experiences
Marriott Bonvoy®, Marriott International’s award-winning travel platform, is bringing members closer to the game of cricket starting this February, giving them access to exclusive experiences for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. As part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global partnership with the International Cricket Council (ICC), members can access over 500 bespoke Marriott Bonvoy Moments specially created for the event held in India and Sri Lanka.
Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech launches Three New Packages for Guests
Set amidst 50 acres of olive groves and gardens fragranced by over 100,000 roses, Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech is an elegant oasis from the lantern-lit Marrakech Medina, embodying a harmonious blend of Moroccan heritage and Oriental charm. The first Mandarin Oriental property in Africa and Voted no. 1 Hotel in Africa by the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, the villa and suite-only resort invites guests to unwind and experience the country’s cultural heritage and wellness traditions, with three new packages for 2026.
A Sweeter Stay: Moxy Hotels Launches Sweet Moxy Fest
Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of more than 30 extraordinary hotel brands, recently launched its ‘Sweet Moxy Fest’ brand campaign, in collaboration with the creative candy brand Amos. The campaign will bring three limited-edition candy-inspired cocktails along with a series of interactive lobby experiences to 10 participating Moxy Hotels across Shanghai, Suzhou, Ningbo, Chongqing, and Shenzhen, infusing Moxy’s signature social vibe with a sweet and playful twist to kick off the new year.
MANDARIN ORIENTAL EXCEPTIONAL HOMES ANNOUNCES NEW PRIVATE VILLAS TO ITS PORTFOLIO
Mandarin Oriental Exceptional Homes - a curated collection of the world’s finest private vacation homes announces a significant expansion, welcoming ten homes to its global portfolio, now comprising 35 Exceptional Homes across 14 sought-after destinations. These additions mark an important milestone in the evolution of the collection, introducing Florence, Sardinia and Marbella as entirely new locations, alongside further expansion in Puglia. Each Mandarin Oriental Exceptional Home is individually and privately owned and has been meticulously selected for its desirable location, design, and ability to deliver Mandarin Oriental’s legendary service, including a dedicated concierge to curate tailored itineraries, a private chef service to craft bespoke menus, daily housekeeping, and luxurious amenities.
Protect Group targets $10 billion USD in protected booking offers in 2026
Protect Group, a leader in ancillary travel products, has announced a record-breaking year, surpassing its initial target of offering protection to over $7 billion USD in bookings and reaching more than $8 billion USD in protected booking offers. Building on these strong results, Protect Group expects to grow this figure by 25% in 2026, which will see the company offering protection on more than $10 billion in bookings across all its verticals by the end of the year. These targets reflect the growing demand for flexible, integrated protection solutions across the travel and entertainment sectors.
Jamaica Exits FITUR 2026 with Accelerated Recovery and New Investment Momentum
Jamaica closed three days of engagements at FITUR 2026 with measurable momentum behind its tourism rebound: stronger alignment with major hotel partners to speed up reopening timelines, deeper coordination with key airlift and marketing partners, and expanding investor interest in aviation and destination development. The week’s most significant outcome came on Day 3 of the international tourism tradeshow held in Madrid, Spain, when UN Tourism named Jamaica as the Tourism Resilience Hub of the world — a global endorsement of the country’s leadership in crisis readiness and recovery.
Traveling Through Music: Destinations That Went Viral Because of a Song
Many trips begin with the discovery of a cheap airfare or a message from a friend suggesting that you should go to that destination. Today, most travel decisions are made when a person hears a particular sound. A 12-second snippet of music that brings to mind something special, a lyric that has an effect on you, or a beat drop - that makes walking down the street seem like an action scene from a movie that features you!
Turkish Airlines Relaunches its Tirana Flights
Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world, has relaunched its flights to Tirana, the capital of Albania. Flag carrier’s Tirana flights will be operated with seven weekly frequencies, further strengthening air connectivity between Istanbul and the Balkans.
Minor Hotels Appoints Sonia Sammut as General Manager of Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort
Minor Hotels, a global leader in the hospitality industry with over 560 hotels, resorts and branded residences across 58 countries, announces the promotion of Sonia Sammut to General Manager of Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort, effective 1 January 2026.
The Peninsula Announces 2026 Edition of Renowned Global “Art in Resonance” Programme
The Peninsula Hotels announces the 2026 edition of ‘Art in Resonance,’ the hotel’s renowned global art programme, featuring continued collaboration on a selected curation with the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A). Now in its second year under this prestigious partnership, the 2026 edition will debut at The Peninsula Hong Kong during the city’s vibrant Arts Month in March 2026. This ongoing collaboration reaffirms both institutions’ commitment to artistic excellence and global cultural exchange, while celebrating The Peninsula’s long-standing legacy of cultural patronage.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler Curates an Intimate Valentine’s Retreat
This Valentine’s Day, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler invites couples to savour a magical winter getaway in the mountains, where romance takes its time. Thoughtfully curated as Romance Reimagined, the experience flows seamlessly from nightfall into a serene mountain morning.