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FHS SAUDI ARABIA TO TAKE THE STAGE IN RIYADH TOMORROW

FHS SAUDI ARABIA TO TAKE THE STAGE IN RIYADH TOMORROW

Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia returns to Riyadh tomorrow from 22–24 June at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, bringing together the people turning Saudi Arabia’s investment confidence into real hospitality projects, partnerships and growth. Positioned as the Kingdom’s leading deal-making and investment platform, FHS connects capital with opportunity. The 2025 edition generated over US$1.6 billion in business opportunities, reinforcing its role as a key deal-making forum. More investors than ever before will be in the room next week, making up 30 percent of confirmed attendees, and representing $4.99 trillion in assets under management. Confirmed investors include Al Khozama, Al Rajhi Capital, Arbireo Capital, Blacksand, Certares, Jabal Omal Development Company, Majid Al Futtaim Development, Marjan, New Murabba, NMR Group, Orascom Development, Red Sea Global, SEDCO Capital, and United Real Estate Development Company.

Marriott Bonvoy® Unveils Summer All-Inclusive Vacation Promotion

Marriott Bonvoy® Unveils Summer All-Inclusive Vacation Promotion

Marriott Bonvoy®, the award-winning travel program, invites travelers to explore some of the most sought-after beach destinations with its latest Summer All-Inclusive Family Vacation Deals, offering savings of up to 20% at a wide selection of resorts across the Caribbean and Latin America. This limited-time promotion highlights All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy's growing portfolio in iconic sun-and-beach destinations, making it easier than ever for families to enjoy premium and luxury experiences in some of the world's most desirable locations.

PARADISE PLAINS REOPENS FOR THE SEASON IN THE HEART OF KENYA’S MASAI MARA

PARADISE PLAINS REOPENS FOR THE SEASON IN THE HEART OF KENYA’S MASAI MARA

Paradise Plains, Wilder’s luxury safari camp set in the heart of the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, has officially reopened its doors for the 2026 safari season, debuting two exciting additions designed to elevate its safari experience while remaining true to its commitment to conservation and community. The camp’s innovative new Sky Walk – an elevated walkway and viewing platform set 4.2 metres above the ground – offers guests a unique vantage point across the surrounding wilderness, with prime opportunities to observe its abundant birdlife, watch herds of elephants roam underfoot, and move throughout the camp without disrupting natural wildlife corridors or leaving a significant footprint on the environment.

FAIRMONT ST ANDREWS APPOINTS KRISTIAN CAMPBELL AS GENERAL MANAGER

FAIRMONT ST ANDREWS APPOINTS KRISTIAN CAMPBELL AS GENERAL MANAGER

Fairmont St Andrews is delighted to announce the appointment of Kristian Campbell as General Manager. A highly respected hospitality leader with more than two decades of executive experience across luxury hotels, resorts and service-led organisations, Campbell brings extensive expertise in operational excellence, guest experience, commercial performance and people leadership.

Cruise Regulations Reshape Santorini

Cruise Regulations Reshape Santorini

Under newly tightened cruise ship regulations in Santorini, Canaves Collection is offering a timely perspective on what this shift means for the island, its visitors, and the future of thoughtful tourism in the Cyclades. After years of concern from local hoteliers and stakeholders around the pressure of daily cruise arrivals, new measures are now in place, including an 8,000-passenger daily cap (down from 17,000) and a €20 peak-season passenger fee. For a destination long defined by its caldera views, local craft, family-run hospitality, and small-scale island life, the change marks an important step toward a calmer, more considered visitor experience.

Sandals® Resorts Reveals the Next Chapter of Sandals 2.0 Across Three Beloved Jamaica Resorts

Sandals® Resorts Reveals the Next Chapter of Sandals 2.0 Across Three Beloved Jamaica Resorts

Playing a leading role in Jamaica's comeback, Sandals Resorts International (SRI) today unveiled a first look at the guest experiences, dining concepts and accommodations coming to Sandals Montego Bay, Sandals Caribbean Cay, renamed from Sandals Royal Caribbean, and Sandals South Coast as part of the company's US$200 million transformation of the three storied Jamaica resorts.

Mews named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Revenue Management Systems in Hospitality

Mews named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Revenue Management Systems in Hospitality

Mews, the operating system for hospitality, has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Revenue Management Systems in Hospitality 2026 Vendor Assessment (doc # US53542126, June 2026). According to the IDC MarketScape, "Hospitality operators should consider Mews if they are seeking a unified architecture and are prioritizing a unified PMS-RMS-BI workflow, high-frequency automated pricing, and a roadmap toward total guest revenue optimization within a single ecosystem."

RMS partners with SUNY Niagara to prepare  tech-ready hospitality graduates

RMS partners with SUNY Niagara to prepare tech-ready hospitality graduates

RMS, a leading global hospitality technology platform, has partnered with SUNY Niagara’s Hospitality Management Program to provide students with hands-on experience using industry-leading property management technology. As part of the partnership, students studying at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI), a division of SUNY Niagara, will use the RMS platform throughout their Hospitality Management degree, gaining practical experience across key hotel operations including reservations, front desk management, housekeeping, sales, revenue management and reporting.

Rixos Opens Second Resort in Hurghada Amid Rising Polish Demand

Rixos Opens Second Resort in Hurghada Amid Rising Polish Demand

As Egypt continues to attract record visitor numbers, Poland has become one of its key European source markets, with more than one million Polish travellers visiting yearly. Responding to rising demand for premium Red Sea holidays, Rixos Hotels Egypt has opened Rixos Premium Magawish Bay View, its second resort in Hurghada. Supported by regular scheduled and charter flights from Warsaw, Hurghada remains a leading Egyptian destination for Polish holidaymakers seeking year-round sunshine, sandy beaches and premium all-inclusive experiences.

HANDWRITTEN COLLECTION CELEBRATES 50 HOTELS WORLDWIDE

HANDWRITTEN COLLECTION CELEBRATES 50 HOTELS WORLDWIDE

Handwritten Collection, a global collection of characterful hotels, celebrates a major milestone with 50 addresses now open around the world. Each hotel is thoughtfully curated, celebrating character over standardisation and story over uniformity, ensuring the essence of each property is preserved for curious, open-minded travellers who value emotional connection and meaningful experiences. Whether it is a historic château in Provence, a vibrant city escape in Shanghai, or a mountain retreat in the Swiss Alps, every Handwritten Collection hotel is shaped by the people who care for it and the place it calls home.

RENOVATION, FAMILY & WELLBEING NEWS from Rocco Forte Hotels Verdura Resort

RENOVATION, FAMILY & WELLBEING NEWS from Rocco Forte Hotels Verdura Resort

Verdura Resort unveils the redesign of 58 accommodations, marking the first chapter of a three-year room renovation programme at Rocco Forte Hotels' destination in the Agrigento area. Developed in collaboration with Studio Moschino, the new interior concept has been introduced across 10 Grand, Family and Pool Suites and 48 Double Deluxe and Seafront rooms elevating the guest experience through a renewed focus on comfort, craftsmanship and connection to the surrounding coastline.

ECOS Dubai Hotel at Al Furjan Unveils Half Board Summer Package and Exclusive DSS Discount

ECOS Dubai Hotel at Al Furjan Unveils Half Board Summer Package and Exclusive DSS Discount

As the city gears up for the highly anticipated Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2026, ECOS Dubai Hotel at Al Furjan has officially announced the launch of its value-packed summer campaign. Designed specifically for families, couples, and UAE residents seeking a smart, comfortable, and affordable getaway, the hotel is introducing the "ECOS Summer Escape 2026 with Half Board" package alongside an exclusive citywide DSS direct-booking promotion.