Sofitel, the pioneer of French luxury hospitality, has unveiled the completed transformation of Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile, its flagship Canadian property for over two decades. The revitalized hotel ushers in a new era of refined hospitality, blending timeless Parisian elegance with the creative energy of Montreal. Ideally located on Sherbrooke Street in the heart of Montreal, the hotel is just steps away from luxury boutiques, gourmet restaurants, and the city's most popular attractions, such as Mount Royal and Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. The launch of the refurbishment, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of Sofitel in 2024, reflects the brand's continued commitment to dynamic and elevated luxury under the visionary leadership of CEO Maud Bailly. The completed multi-phase refurbishment marks a milestone in Sofitel's global repositioning, reaffirming its brand heritage while embracing a bold new future.

Starting this month, travelers from Frankfurt can also enjoy the latest Lufthansa Allegris cabin and look forward to exceptional comfort in all travel classes. Lufthansa is using its new ‘Dreamliners’ with state-of-the-art cabins for this purpose. The first Allegris flight from Frankfurt to Toronto, Canada, takes off today. Starting with the winter flight schedule, Rio de Janeiro, Bogotá, Hyderabad, and starting in December, Austin (Texas) will also be served from Frankfurt with Allegris.

Rocco Forte Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of four new General Managers, with the Managing Director of Northern Italy leading the opening of the brand's newest property, The Carlton Milan. The appointments across the group's landmark hotels, including Hotel de La Ville, Hotel Amigo, Hotel Savoy, and The Charles Hotel, reflect the brand's continued commitment to operational excellence and guest experience, and support its development.

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has opened Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park, offering domestic and international travellers a welcoming base to explore one of Japan's most dynamic cities. Located within walking distance of both Susukino station and Odori Park, the modern 195-room hotel brings Holiday Inn’s signature warm hospitality and family-friendly amenities to Hokkaido's capital, renowned as a world-class snow resort destination.

Savannah-Georgia Convention Center Authority and global hospitality leader Hilton recently broke ground on the 444-room Signia by Hilton Savannah, expected to debut in mid-2028. Owned by SGCCA and developed in partnership with the Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA), which also manages the Savannah Convention Center, the hotel will serve as the Savannah Convention Center's headquarters hotel and will be managed by Hilton.

Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, celebrated the arrival of Norwegian Aqua to her new homeport of Miami, kicking off her winter season of Caribbean cruises with calls to the Company's quintessential private island, Great Stirrup Cay. Following her first season of Bermuda sailings from New York City, Norwegian Aqua will offer guests an opportunity to embark on a variety of fun-in-the-sun cruises to the Caribbean and Bahamas from Miami through April 2026.