IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) debuts its new lifestyle brand, Atwell, in Greater China, with the official opening of its first property in Shanghai. Centered on an exquisite lifestyle philosophy, the brand is dedicated to delivering high-quality stays for life-loving experience maximizer. Atwell features open-space layouts enhanced with vibrant color accents, curated artwork decoration, and thoughtfully designed daily essentials. Together, these elements shape a residential atmosphere that blends artistry with comfort, immersing guests in an aesthetic lifestyle. Each stay is designed to let guests not only feel the familiarity and comfort of home but also enjoy the surprise and pleasure beyond home.

From career changes to starting families, Brits are making their most life-changing decisions whilst away on holiday, new research from loveholidays reveals. Research from the online travel agent has unveiled the extent to which holidays serve as a force for change, with two fifths (40 per cent) of Brits confessing that they’ve made a life-changing decision while away from home. Even more striking, over three fifths (64 per cent) of holidaymakers agree that a getaway can be ‘transformative’ when it comes to making important life choices.

An emerging holiday destination continues to grow: TUI Group has signed a management agreement for its second TUI Blue hotel in Malaysia. TUI Blue Medini Johor is scheduled to open its doors in August 2026, further strengthening TUI’s presence in Southeast Asia. This new project follows the launch of TUI Blue Haven Ipoh, which opened in September 2024 as the first TUI branded hotel in Malaysia. The second hotel is located in Medini, a central business district in the Iskandar Puteri area of Johor Bahru. It is close to Legoland Malaysia, a renowned international attraction, as well as other family-friendly activities. The area combines leisure and business opportunities and boasts excellent connections to Singapore, with its multiple travel options. TUI Blue Medini Johor offers 214 stylish designed rooms, a pool area, a gym, a restaurant, meeting rooms and a co-working space.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is delighted to announce that Millat Group has joined its Executive Committee, becoming the first South African private equity firm to take a seat on the Council’s highest governing body, comprised of leaders from across the global Travel & Tourism sector. Founded in 2016, Millat Group has rapidly established itself as a driving force in African hospitality. The Group is best known for reintroducing the Hyatt brand to South Africa and today is the continent’s largest owner of Hyatt-branded hotels, including Hyatt Regency Cape Town, Hyatt House Sandton, Hyatt House Rosebank, and the recently opened Park Hyatt Johannesburg.

From climate pressures to uneven visitor flows, destinations face unique challenges—but share one powerful solution: data. After working with tourism organizations in South Africa, Seville, and Helsinki, The Data Appeal Company (part of Almawave Group) has identified a set of practices that help turn insights into meaningful action. These approaches are helping local leaders manage tourism more sustainably, foster alignment with communities, and plan confidently in today’s volatile global landscape.

Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today released its exclusive “Prime Member” offer for September, giving members £40 off return flights operating between 30 October to 18 December. This exclusive 48hr sale is available only to Ryanair Prime members, so sign up before this 2-day sale goes live on Mon, 1 September, to save on fares and other Prime Member benefits, like free reserved seats and free travel insurance.