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Etihad Airways Named Five-Star Global Airline by Airline Passenger Experience Association for 2026
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has once again been recognised as a Five-Star Global Airline by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) for 2026. This prestigious rating is based entirely on feedback from airline passengers.
Survey reveals that 91% of UAE Residents consider Breakfast the Most Important Meal of the day
Ahead of Better Breakfast Day on 26 September, Premier Inn Middle East has revealed new insights into the UAE’s breakfast routines. The survey shows that more than 90% of residents consider breakfast the most important meal of the day, with 76% eating it daily. Eggs (88%) are the nation’s favourite breakfast dish, fresh fruit (81%) is the most popular healthy pick, and pancakes (52%) are the top choice for a morning treat. The findings also highlight that hotels are the most popular breakfast spot (33%), with 98% having breakfast when staying at a hotel and buffets strongly preferred (71%). For most residents, the main benefit of breakfast is the energy boost it provides to start the day (85%).
Where Brands Shape the Future of Living
With 180 percent growth in the past decade and 1,746 projects worldwide, the booming branded residences sector will be in the spotlight once again at Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World 2025 with a dedicated, full-day conference on 29 October.
Radisson Hotels Signs Exclusive Partnership with Co-op Live in Manchester
Live music lovers have a new reason to celebrate as Radisson Hotels has become the official hotel partner of Co-op Live, the UK’s largest live entertainment arena. The collaboration brings Radisson’s hospitality expertise to one of the UK’s most dynamic live music destinations, offering fans unparalleled access to concerts and elevated experiences.
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita Welcomes Guests Back
Following an extensive seven-month enhancement project, Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita emerges anew, ready to captivate guests on the lush east coast of Mauritius. With Bambou Mountain and a shimmering turquoise lagoon as its dramatic backdrop, the Resort returns on November 1, 2025, unveiling reimagined all-pool villas and private residence rentals, an all-new overwater spa with immersive wellness concepts including the Royal Spa Suite, a vibrant collection of reconceptualized dining experiences, and strengthened sustainability initiatives that preserve and celebrate the natural beauty of Mauritius.
PARKROYAL COLLECTION KUALA LUMPUR CLINCHES FOUR TITLES FOR THE SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR
PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur proudly celebrates a double-year victory of the prestigious Haute Grandeur Global Awards, solidifying its position as one of Asia’s leading sustainable and design-forward hospitality destinations.
Plant Forests With A Click SAii Hotels & Resorts Launches Green Button Initiative
SAii Hotels & Resorts, part of S Hotels & Resorts PCL, has unveiled the Green Button, a bold new feature in the SAii mobile app that transforms everyday guest choices into powerful environmental actions. Already live at SAii Phi Phi Island Village, SAii Laguna Phuket and SAii Lagoon Maldives – and set to launch at SAii Koh Samui Villas in December – the initiative blends effortless tech with real-world sustainability.
Meliá expands its footprint in Argentina with new hotel in Salta
Meliá Hotels International, the leading Spanish hotel group, continues to advance its growth strategy in Latin America, particularly in key destinations across Argentina, with the signing of a new hotel in the city of Salta. The current Hotel Alejandro I, one of the city's most iconic establishments, will join the portfolio of Affiliated by Meliá hotels.
Hyatt Regency Xi’an Chanba Celebrates Opening
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Xi’an Chanba, an urban oasis nestled in the heart of the Chanba Ecological District in northeast Xi’an, the capital of China’s Shaanxi province. Ideally situated amidst natural surroundings and adjacent to the Xi’an International Convention and Exhibition Centre, the hotel offers a tailored experience for both business and leisure travelers.
H World Takes JI Hotel Brand to Malaysia and Cambodia
H World Group Limited, a leading global hospitality group, announced the signing of three new JI Hotels in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The milestone marks H World's debut in Malaysia and further expands JI Hotel's footprint in Southeast Asia, underscoring its commitment to building a diversified, asset-light portfolio across the region.
Malaysia Aviation Group Celebrates All-Women Powered Flight, Strengthening Commitment to DEI
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) marked another significant achievement in its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) journey with the successful operation of flight MH2610 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on 17 September 2025, powered entirely by women across every touchpoint of the travel experience.
Holiday Inn Strengthens Japan Presence with new Resort and Urban Stay Experiences
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, welcomes ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa to its rapidly-growing portfolio of hotels in Japan, marking the first major internationally branded hotel in the local prefecture. The all-new resort adds to an exciting portfolio of Holiday Inn stay experiences in Japan, including the recent opening of ANA Holiday Inn Tokyo Bay (April 2025) and the upcoming opening of Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park on 1 October 2025 – the second Holiday Inn & Suites property in Japan.