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Guanajuato Spotlights "La Senda del Arriero" at FITUR: An Immersive Journey into Mexico’s History
This experience invites travellers to walk in the footsteps of colonial muleteers along the UNESCO-listed trail, highlighting the region's rich gastronomy, stunning landscapes and local traditions - all while supporting the community. A true connection to Mexico's past and present.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Unveils Ultra-Luxury Itineraries in Alaska
The company’s inaugural voyages to the Last Frontier provide exclusive access to the region’s remote, uncharted beauty, offering serene ports, abundant wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and exceptional local cuisine, all complemented by world-class accommodations and legendary service
Tripadvisor Launches All-New Trendcast Report on the Future of Travel
Tripadvisor®, the world's largest travel platform, today announced the launch of its first ever Trendcast report, exploring the trends reshaping travel and predictions for the years ahead. Informed by Tripadvisor's global insights, the Trendcast is based on search, booking and behavioral data, along with user generated content from the platform's more than one billion reviews and contributions. The inaugural edition is sponsored by leading travel insurance provider Travel Guard, and provides unique forecasting opportunities for the travel industry.
Hilton Closes Out 2024 with Record Levels of Growth
In a year in which Hilton announced new strategic partnerships and acquisitions and accelerated hotel development worldwide, the company set historic records for growth. Hilton added 973 hotels and nearly 100,000 rooms in 2024, the single biggest increase in rooms in Hilton’s more than 100-year history, achieving net unit growth of 7.3%.
CABOT CITRUS FARMS CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING AS FLORIDA'S NEWEST LUXURY GOLF DESTINATION
The Cabot Collection, renowned for its incomparable portfolio of luxury resort and residential golf destinations, announces the grand opening of Cabot Citrus Farms, a 1,200-acre sanctuary nestled among the rolling hills, ancient moss-covered oaks and sand pines of Florida's picturesque Nature Coast. Marking the brand's illustrious U.S. debut, the property features two revitalized 18-hole golf courses, two unique shorter courses, luxury real estate and nightly accommodations, curated experiences and a host of amenities.
Four Seasons Accelerates Growth Strategy Across Hotels, Resorts, Residences and Experiential Journey
Four Seasons, the world's leading luxury hospitality and branded residential company, continues to execute its strategic growth across key global markets, expanding its iconic portfolio of hotels, resorts and residences while redefining experiential travel on land, at sea, and in the air. This growth is anchored in an approach that blends heritage with innovation as the company thoughtfully expands its offerings to meet the evolving needs of today's luxury travellers.
Shanghai celebrates UNESCO recognition of China's Spring Festival
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) have added China’s Spring Festival to its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The recognition celebrates the Spring Festival’s important role in fostering social practices and community spirit as the Chinese people welcome their traditional New Year. The designation will further boost Shanghai as a must-visit destination during this year ’s Spring Festival celebrations .
OPENING OF FIRST LUXURY HQ RESORT & RESIDENCES, AT THE CELEBRATED HODGES BAY RESORT IN ANTIGUA
HQ Hotels & Residences, the groundbreaking, innovative lifestyle hospitality brand spearheaded by visionary entrepreneur Sam Nazarian through a strategic alliance with Wyndham and its Registry Collection Hotels brand, today announced the opening of its debut resort: Hodges Bay Resort and Spa, a HQ Luxury Resort and Residences. Nestled on the coast of Northern Antigua, its arrival sets the stage for an ambitious pipeline of future HQ openings and marks the start of what is expected to quickly become a carefully curated portfolio of luxury lifestyle hotels and resorts—each meticulously tailored to the needs of the modern traveler.
Wego and Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority Unite to Showcase Top Tourist Spots
Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has partnered with Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) to spotlight the Kingdom of Bahrain as a premier travel destination. This collaboration aims to promote Bahrain's unique cultural heritage, top attractions, and cutting-edge tourism innovations to global travelers.
Hit the Green With These Golf Holidays.
Golf has never been more popular. There has been a surge of people taking up golf in recent years, especially since the pandemic. According to figures from the 'Golf Tourism Market Report and Forecast 2024 – 2032', the market is predicted to grow by 7.4% in the next 8 years, reaching a value of $45.05 billion. And interestingly the game is gaining traction with women too. With much anticipated golf events on the horizon such as the 153rd Open in July and the 2025 Ryder Cup in September, we've rounded up the hottest golf holidays worldwide with breathtaking views, sunny skies and of course, glorious fairways. Golf widows and widowers will also be well looked after with state-of-the-art resort facilities, ensuring there is something to be loved by everyone.
Marbella Strives to Strengthen Ties in Us Market With Big-Screen Spots in Times Square
Marbella, located in Southern Spain's Andalusia region, is making strides to strengthen its ties within the US market with a series of advertising spots in the iconic Times Square and Hudson Yards, New York, as well as a dedicated US travel trade event. Already one of Europe's premier vacation spots famed for its world-class sun and beach offering tied in with a distinctive brand of Mediterranean luxury, this investment is a statement of intent to place Marbella in the forefront of US travellers' minds as they look to plan a trip across the pond.
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Unveils "BASIN Glacial Waters," Opening Summer 2025
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise introduces, "BASIN Glacial Waters," the official identity of its highly-anticipated, alpine wrapped, thermal bathing experience. Resting along the shore of Canada's iconic lake and thoughtfully designed to appear to be embedded into the natural landscape, the indoor-outdoor, all-sensory space is currently in the final stages of completion - ahead of its summer 2025 opening.