Organisations & Operators News Page 168
KIMPTON ERA MIDTOWN NEW YORK OPENS AS MANHATTAN'S NEWEST LIFESTYLE DESTINATION
Now open, Kimpton Era Midtown New York serves as the ultimate launchpad for the modern traveler—a 33-story ground-up skyscraper designed by Extell Development Company and the first under their direct management. Inside, the explorer will find rooms that are petite yet thoughtfully designed, distilled to their purest essentials to create a calm, intuitive sanctuary where the city is yours to uncover. Beyond the guest rooms, the hotel's pulse beats through four distinctive restaurant and bar concepts in partnership with Apicii, including a collaboration with legendary chef Rocco DiSpirito and a breathtaking rooftop bar offering 360-degree skyline views of the city's cultural and business hub. This alluring gateway to an effortless New York experience features a 24-hour, 1,375-square-foot gym equipped with Peloton bikes, yoga mats, and the latest cardio gear.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN'S NEWEST VACATION WILL BRING AMERICA'S GOT TALENT TO SEA FOR THE FIRST TIME
Royal Caribbean is making waves with the debut of a brand-new America's Got Talent stage show on Legend of the Seas. In August 2026, America's Got Talent LIVE on Legend of the Seas will deliver a reimagined extension of the beloved global variety show to families from around the world, marking the first time the series will headline at sea.
InterContinental New York Times Square unveils a unique Broadway Immersion Package
Broadway shines brighter than ever, with a dazzling lineup of new plays and musicals as awards season builds toward the Tony Awards in June. Created for devoted theatre lovers, the Broadway Immersion Package at InterContinental New York Times Square places you centerstage in New York's legendary Theatre District.
NORWEGIAN LUNA™ WELCOMES HER FIRST GUESTS IN EUROPE
Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the global leader in innovative cruise travel, today revealed the first official architectural images and videos of Norwegian Luna, offering a first look at the ship's striking next-generation design as she begins her inaugural transatlantic voyage. NCL's newest ship welcomed her first guests in Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy, on March 10, 2026 and will make her U.S. debut in Miami, the Cruise Capital of the World, on March 23, 2026.
BVLGARI HOTEL ROMA UNVEILS THE NEW BVLGARI SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE ‘THE TREASURE HUNT’
Bvlgari Hotel Roma presents “The Treasure Hunt” – the new Bvlgari Signature Experience designed to invite guests to discover the Eternal City and the hotel through an immersive, exclusive, and tailor-made journey. An experience that blends wonder, culture and a spirit of play, exploring Rome through a curated itinerary, rich in emotion and discovery.
Frasers Hospitality executes multi-market strategic asset enhancement plan
Frasers Hospitality, a business unit of Frasers Property Limited, has unveiled a series of comprehensive asset enhancement initiatives (AEIs) spanning four gateway-city assets across Kuala Lumpur, London, Melbourne and Singapore. The asset enhancement strategy reflects Frasers Hospitality’s disciplined capital deployment approach aimed at sustaining value, enhancing income resilience and reinforcing long-term portfolio performance.
Rail Europe expands its Great Britain portfolio with the Britrail Pass
Rail Europe has integrated the BritRail Pass into its global B2B distribution ecosystem, reinforcing its position as a specialist in European rail passes and further strengthening its strategic Great Britain offering for travel agents, OTAs and tour operators worldwide.
AI sparks a SaaS shakeout in travel: TripWorks warns industry is entering a ‘reckoning phase’
TripWorks, the AI- and business intelligence-driven booking and automation platform for tours, activities, and attractions operators, today issued a warning that the travel industry is heading into a decisive consolidation phase as AI accelerates a long‑brewing SaaS shakeout. New research shows travel agencies and operators are relying on an unsustainable number of disconnected systems – a fragmentation problem that is driving up costs, eroding margins, and undermining customer experience.
WTTC Forecasts The Iran Conflict Is Already Costing The Travel & Tourism Sector
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) estimates that the escalating conflict in Iran is already impacting the Travel & Tourism sector across the Middle East by at least US$600 million per day in international visitor spending, as disruptions to air travel, traveller confidence and regional connectivity affect demand.
AC Hotel Scottsdale Old Town Officially Opens in Scottsdale's Entertainment District
Old Town Scottsdale is now home to a modern, European-inspired hotel, AC Hotel Scottsdale Old Town, located at 7117 E. 3rd Ave. Designed for travelers who value intentional design and elevated simplicity, the six-story hotel brings AC Hotels by Marriott's signature European-inspired aesthetic and "Perfectly Precise" guest experience to one of the city's most dynamic neighborhoods.
Taos Ski Valley Announces Winter 2027 Season Passes with Pass Assurance Included for the First Time
Taos Ski Valley today announced its Winter 2027 season passes and Spring Pass Sale, offering six different pass options at the lowest prices of the year. New for 2027, all passes purchased during the Spring Pass Sale will include Pass Assurance, a benefit that was previously only available at an additional cost. The resort expanded midweek access to include Fridays, for an improved Weekday pass. Additionally, all passholders are entitled to expansive benefits and the ability to "buy now, ride now," just in time for last-minute spring break planners and people wanting to take advantage of late-season snow.
Resorts World Las Vegas Debuts The Strip's First Luxury Inclusive Experience Exclusively at Conrad
Resorts World Las Vegas today announces The Conrad Complete, the first luxury inclusive experience on the Las Vegas Strip. Available exclusively as an add-on for stays within the Conrad tower, the offering reimagines the traditional all-inclusive model through a curated, high-touch approach designed for travelers who value seamless indulgence without compromise.