Last week, the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) convened the Caribbean Travel Forum (CTF) at Sandals Grand Antigua, where public and private sector stakeholders from across the region gathered to discuss the commercial future of Caribbean tourism.

World Travel Awards (WTA) has announced that Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort will host its prestigious Europe Gala Ceremony 2026 – marking the organisation’s first event in Montenegro in its 33-year history. The VIP reception on 17 October 2026 will bring together leaders from across the continent to celebrate the finest in travel and tourism.

This Africa Day, Minor Hotels invites travellers to discover the richness and diversity of Southern Africa through a portfolio of distinctive properties spanning vibrant cities, remote wilderness, coastal escapes and island retreats. While Africa is often viewed through the lens of bush safaris and catching a glimpse of the Big Five from a Land Cruiser; the continent promises any number of extraordinary journeys. Today’s high-value travellers are increasingly seeking multi-destination itineraries that combine varied experiences into one seamless journey. From the dramatic coastlines of Mozambique to Mahé, from the waterways of Zambia to the cultural energy of Johannesburg and Windhoek, Minor Hotels presents journeys that connect travellers more deeply with the landscapes, communities and heritage of each destination.

Thirty years ago, running a hotel meant mastering three things: the property, the guest, and the binder. Today, Hospitality America manages a portfolio of award-winning properties across the Southeast — and the binder has been replaced by something far more powerful: a single, real-time operational ecosystem that gives every leader, at every level, the visibility to act before problems occur. Over the past three decades, the company has evolved in step with sweeping changes in technology and guest expectations. While the fundamentals of hospitality remain unchanged (a clean, safe, and welcoming experience) the way those standards are delivered has been fundamentally transformed.

Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, announces the launch of Porta Rossa Hotel Firenze, Colbert Collection, marking the first hotel to open under the new Colbert Collection brand worldwide. Located on Via Porta Rossa, in the heart of Florence’s historic centre, the hotel officially debuted on 12th May 2026, following a comprehensive renovation to transform it into a flagship of the brand.

With National Wine Day approaching on the 25th May, there is no better time to discover Morocco’s evolving wine scene than with a stay at La Sultana, Marrakech. Tucked within the Imperial City’s walls, the luxurious riad hotel offers a refined setting in which to explore the country’s emerging viticulture, pairing heritage and craftsmanship with a contemporary approach to wine and dining. At the heart of the experience is La Sultana’s curated Moroccan wine journey, which invites guests to discover the country’s lesser-known vineyards and varietals through expertly guided tastings. Showcasing a selection of regional wines, the experience offers a deeper understanding of Morocco’s wine-making traditions and the influences of its diverse terroir, providing an insightful introduction to the country’s evolving wine scene.