Ahead of World Whisky Day (17 May 2025), leading tourism and whisky experts have revealed their hopes for an enriching and sustainable revival of Scotland's legendary Whisky Coast, once home to the Whisky Capital of the World. Plans for over 13 new distilleries, as well as a number of innovative new whisky experiences and hotels, have recently been unveiled across Argyll and the Isles – an area which encompasses four of Scotland's recognised whisky regions - Campbeltown (once known as the Whisky Capital of the World), Islay, Highlands (Oban and Loch Lomond) and Islands (Jura and Tobermory).

With the election for the next Secretary-General of UN Tourism just weeks away, leading candidate, Gloria Guevara, has set out a decisive new proposal to mobilise former tourism ministers as a global force for positive change. If elected to lead the organisation, Guevara has pledged to create a Global Council of Experts - a high-level advisory body made up of former public-sector leaders who have completed their mandates.

Leveraging state-of-the-art Matterport 3D scanning and digital twin technology, Virtual World Internet has meticulously captured every hall, booth, and experience at FHS Saudi Arabia 2025. From keynote auditoriums to bustling exhibition spaces, attendees can now virtually walk through the event, reliving its dynamic atmosphere with an unmatched sense of presence.

Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina is pleased to announce the upcoming debut of its exclusive new Club Lounge, set to open July 4, 2025. Nestled within the Resort's private Club rooms and suites on the fourth floor with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Oahu's western coastline, the new Club Lounge is a refined, residential-style retreat designed to elevate the guest experience through personalized service, curated culinary offerings, and a seamless connection to the beauty of Oahu.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club (the Club) announced the launch of a major initiative to transform itself into a global sports entertainment brand with the ultimate aim of creating even more value for the community. In support, the Club has entered into a strategic partnership with XIX Entertainment (XIX), one of the world's top entertainment brands.

Join industry trailblazers, visionary leaders, and innovators as they share exclusive insights from the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) 2025 in Saudi Arabia. From in-depth interviews to keynote highlights, these must-watch videos reveal how the Kingdom is shaping the future of travel, tourism, and sustainable development on a global scale. Don’t miss your front-row seat to the ideas, partnerships, and strategies that are redefining hospitality in the Middle East and beyond.