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Wyndham Rewards Adds KrisFlyer as Newest Point Transfer Partner

Wyndham Rewards Adds KrisFlyer as Newest Point Transfer Partner

Wyndham Rewards®, the #1 hotel loyalty program as named by readers of USA TODAY, has added KrisFlyer, the lifestyle rewards program of the Singapore Airlines Group, to its roster of point transfer partners, giving its approximately 120 million enrolled members new ways to unlock added value from their membership.

Grand Hyatt Evolves Offerings in Holistic Wellbeing, Experiential Programs and Food & Beverage

Grand Hyatt Evolves Offerings in Holistic Wellbeing, Experiential Programs and Food & Beverage

The Grand Hyatt brand, Asia’s standard bearer of premium hospitality for more than 35 years, is strategically investing in evolving its offerings across the region to further support the changing needs of meetings and events planners and attendees. The shift includes placing sustainability and wellbeing at the heart of the event experience, implementing innovative event features at new properties to inspire creativity, and elevating Hyatt’s signature focus on dining with fresh banquet and catering menus.

IHG’s first dual-branded hotel in Australia opens

IHG’s first dual-branded hotel in Australia opens

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s largest and leading hotel companies, has opened its first dual-branded hotel in Australia, with the opening of Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins & Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall. The highly anticipated openings are part of an eight-year development in the heart of the reimagined ‘Melbourne Walk’ precinct and on the doorstep of Bourke Street Mall – one of the city’s most coveted retail destinations. The opening marks a significant milestone for the Holiday Inn brand as it returns to Melbourne’s CBD with its newest interior design style, while Hotel Indigo offers guests a distinct stay experience through its strength as a neighbourhood storyteller.

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Celebrates its Recent Opening

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Celebrates its Recent Opening

Hilton welcomed government officials and project partners to Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique to celebrate the beginning of a new chapter in elegant, sustainable hospitality in the Guanacaste region. Set atop the dramatic cliffs of Punta Cacique with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, the ceremony marked a major milestone in Hilton’s global luxury expansion—particularly across Latin America.

Waldorf Astoria Chengdu’s Infinite Luck Recognized as Michelin‑Selected Restaurant in the 2026 Guide

Waldorf Astoria Chengdu’s Infinite Luck Recognized as Michelin‑Selected Restaurant in the 2026 Guide

Waldorf Astoria Chengdu is delighted to announce that its signature dining destination, Infinite Luck Chinese Restaurant, has been recognized as Michelin-Selected restaurant in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Chengdu. Celebrated for its inspired interpretation of Sichuan cuisine and refined guest experience, Infinite Luck proudly carries forward Waldorf Astoria’s storied culinary legacy on the global stage.

Lisbon Meets Andaz. Bold, Local, and Ready to Rock

Lisbon Meets Andaz. Bold, Local, and Ready to Rock

Andaz Lisbon is proud to announce the upcoming opening of the brand's FIRST property in Portugal and will welcome its first guests in Q4 2025. The hotel will offer a vibrant and immersive experience that reflects Lisbon's rich cultural heritage and artistic spirit, welcoming both locals and global travelers alike.

W Maldives Partners With Mars for One of the Maldives' Largest Coral Restoration Projects

W Maldives Partners With Mars for One of the Maldives' Largest Coral Restoration Projects

Known for its bold experience and vibrant reef life, W Maldives is diving deeper into sustainability with a high-impact collaboration aimed at restoring and improving the resilience of one of the Maldives' best and its award-winning house reefs. In partnership with MARS Sustainable Solutions, the resort will out plant 6,000 coral fragments, helping to restore over 400 square meters of coral reef in a bold reef restoration initiative beginning 25 October 2025. This marks the second-largest single MARS Reef Star deployment event in the Maldives to date.

Journeyscape Launches New Rocky Mountain States Holiday

Journeyscape Launches New Rocky Mountain States Holiday

Journeyscape, the UK-based North America travel specialist and sister brand of Journey Latin America, is thrilled to unveil its latest immersive holiday: Elements of Nature: A Journey through the American West. This brand-new 18-day itinerary invites travellers to explore the awe-inspiring landscapes of North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Idaho, with prices starting from £4,987 per person.

IRONMAN and Experience Oman Announce Landmark Global Partnership

IRONMAN and Experience Oman Announce Landmark Global Partnership

IRONMAN, the global leader in triathlon and Experience Oman, the promotional arm of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, today announced a comprehensive and multi-faceted global partnership which will see Experience Oman become the "Official Global Destination" and Global Premier Partner of the IRONMAN® and IRONMAN® 70.3® Global Series through 2030, as well as receiving naming rights for the IRONMAN Pro Series beginning in 2026, as well as all IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 races in Oman. The partnership marks one of the biggest investments Oman has ever made into sports tourism, signalling the power of the IRONMAN brand to help bring to life Oman's 2040 vision and become a premier sports endurance destination on a global stage.

Los Cabos Unveils Transformative New Global Brand Campaign: "Where the Land Ends, Your Story Begins"

Los Cabos Unveils Transformative New Global Brand Campaign: "Where the Land Ends, Your Story Begins"

The Los Cabos Tourism Board today announced the launch of its new brand campaign, "Where the Land Ends, Your Story Begins." The campaign invites travelers to explore the unparalleled beauty and diverse experiences of Los Cabos, a destination where the desert, mountains, and sea converge to host a range of travelers and cater to every need, offering opportunities for relaxation, exploration, and inspiration.