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The Booking Trends Shaping 2025 | From the Leading Hotels of the World
“Following another standout year in 2024, LHW is poised for continued success and revenue growth in 2025. We've just surpassed 4 years of continuous monthly YoY revenue growth, a testament to the strength of our brand and the enduring appeal of independent luxury hospitality. Despite ongoing economic and geopolitical headwinds, our intrepid luxury travellers continue to seek new destinations, and we are currently experiencing a 15% year-over-year increase in revenue, signalling sustained demand across our portfolio," said Shannon Knapp, President and CEO of The Leading Hotels of the World.
YOUR PASSION, OUR GRATITUDE: SANDALS® RESORTS CELEBRATES GLOBAL TRAVEL ADVISOR DAY
In celebration of the passion, dedication and meaningful impact of the travel advisor community, Sandals Resorts–the Caribbean's leading all-inclusive brand–proudly partners with the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) as the global sponsor of Global Travel Advisor Day 2025. This year's celebration features a lineup of dynamic events, exclusive programming, and unmissable incentives to honor the true champions of Caribbean travel.
Summer in Orlando Shines with an All-New Theme Park & Unforgettable Experiences
Recently named the No. 1 travel destination for 2025 by AAA, Orlando continues to deliver unforgettable summer vacations for every traveler. "This summer marks one of the most exciting seasons in Orlando's history, with the first new theme park in 25 years opening in May, and a wave of new experiences and sporting events that continue to give travelers new reasons to choose Orlando," said Casandra Matej, president and CEO of Visit Orlando. "Whether you're a first-time visitor or a regular to our destination, this summer Orlando delivers new unbelievably real vacation opportunities for all types of travelers."
Royal Air Maroc and The New Terminal One Announce Strategic Partnership
Royal Air Maroc, Morocco's national carrier, is set to begin operations at The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport in 2026, marking an exciting new chapter in the airline's U.S. growth strategy. The long-term partnership between Royal Air Maroc and the New Terminal One aligns with the carrier's ambitious strategy to strengthen transatlantic ties between Africa and the Americas, while elevating the passenger experience at one of the airline's most important international gateways.
Riyadh Air Partners with Loyalty Juggernaut to Launch a Next-Generation Digital Loyalty Program
Riyadh Air, the new national carrier of Saudi Arabia, and Loyalty Juggernaut, Inc. (LJI), an innovation leader in loyalty technology, announced today a strategic partnership to power Riyadh Air's next-generation digital loyalty program, during the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, UAE.
Opening This Week – The Royal Yacht Britannia's New Exhibition and Retail Experience
2025 marks the next chapter in The Royal Yacht Britannia Trust's legacy with the opening of a brand-new, world-class visitor centre with exhibition and retail experience this week. Situated on the second floor of Ocean Terminal in Edinburgh's Port of Leith, the newly developed visitor experience has been designed to enhance the sense of arrival for around 350,000 annual visitors to Queen Elizabeth II's former Royal Yacht.
Mountaineering and Culture Leads the Summer 2025 Programme in Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc
The Alpine town of Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc, as the name indicates, home to the highest peak in Europe, will this summer feature a program of mountaineering experiences and cultural events. It will celebrate the centenary of the Mont Joly refuge hut, host mountaineering courses for novices, and throughout the summer period, art and exhibitions will literally live the high life across the resort's various altitudes.The Alpine town of Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc, as the name indicates, home to the highest peak in Europe, will this summer feature a program of mountaineering experiences and cultural events. It will celebrate the centenary of the Mont Joly refuge hut, host mountaineering courses for novices, and throughout the summer period, art and exhibitions will literally live the high life across the resort's various altitudes.
China’s travel renaissance: May Day 2025 sees surge in outbound travel
Dida, a tech-driven global travel distribution company, reveals remarkable hotel bookings for the May Day holiday of 2025 (1-5 May). The data underscores a robust recovery in global tourism, with international hotel bookings by Chinese travellers soaring along with growth in overseas visitors travelling to China.
Protect Group set to offer protection on $7 billion in bookings by end of 2025
Protect Group, a leader in ancillary travel products, is on track to offer protection to $7 billion worth of travel and event bookings by the end of 2025, driven by rising global demand for innovative, tech-driven ancillary services.
The Walt Disney Company and Miral Announce Plans for Disney Theme Park and Resort on Yas Island
The Seventh Disney Destination Will Extend the Company’s Global Reach and Captivate New Audiences in a Thriving, Dynamic Hub. The Collaboration Exemplifies Abu Dhabi’s Continued Commitment to Sustainable Growth, Positioning Travel and Tourism as Key Pillars of a Thriving Future
La Cala Resort sets luxury golf benchmark on Spain's Costa del Sol
La Cala, on Spain’s Costa del Sol, is embarking on an ambitious expansion of its residential, leisure and digital offerings, affirming its status as a leading destination for refined Mediterranean living.
Africa’s Leading Hospitality Investors and Visionaries Come to Cape Town in June
Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa 2025 comes to Cape Town from 17–19 June 2025, bringing together the most influential voices in hospitality investment, development, and sustainability from across the globe. This year’s speaker lineup features major investors, visionaries, strategists, and dealmakers who are actively reshaping the landscape of hospitality across Africa