IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) continues to build momentum across its Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio – one of the largest in the world. Buoyed by strong growth, IHG’s six acclaimed Luxury & Lifestyle brands represent 20 percent of its overall global pipeline – nearly double what it was just five years ago – and span more than 900 open and pipeline hotels, with over 260 of those in the Americas.

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, continues its growth in Germany with the signing of Holiday Inn Ratingen, in the wider Düsseldorf area, in partnership with multi hotel operator tristar GmbH. After a full renovation, expected to open in the second half of 2025, the hotel will further expand IHG’s presence in secondary markets across Germany by offering Holiday Inn’s warm welcome and consistent experiences in a new location. The hotel represents a conversion from an existing hotel showcasing the conversion-ability of Holiday Inn and its adaptability to changing market environments.

DAMAC Properties, the UAE's largest private property developer with a global footprint, proudly announced the launch of Riverside Views, its first development of 2025, following an extraordinary year of achievements in 2024. Located within the newly launched DAMAC Riverside community, this project blends urban convenience with suburban charm, offering an unparalleled lifestyle experience. Amira Sajwani, MD, DAMAC Properties and senior executives from DAMAC headlined the press and partner event held in Coca-Cola Arena, gathering key DAMAC officials, agent partners and brokers, and regional and local media members

Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, is setting course for an extraordinary 2025 Alaska season as Seabourn Quest makes her maiden arrival to "The Last Frontier." From May to September 2025, the ultra-luxury ship will sail on 18 seven-day itineraries between Vancouver, British Columbia and Juneau, Alaska, offering guests unparalleled access to the region's breathtaking landscapes and rich cultures. Seabourn's exclusive Ventures by Seabourn program provides more experiential and interactive opportunities to explore Alaska's hidden gems.

Get ready for a spectacular lineup of entertainment options, including the first-ever at sea "Dirty Dancing in Concert," aboard MSC World America. When MSC Cruises' new flagship sets sail from Miami in April 2025, guests will see the beloved Lionsgate film taken to the next level with live singers, dancers and musicians, bringing the screening of the iconic movie to life. The ship will also showcase a variety of other dazzling new entertainment options around the clock, from spectacular stage shows and live music to enriching activities, games and more.

Boom Supersonic, the company building the world's fastest airliner, Overture, today announced the successful first supersonic flight of its XB-1 demonstrator aircraft at the Mojave Air & Space Port in California. Boom designed, built, and flew the world's first independently developed supersonic jet—the first civil supersonic jet made in America.