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The Landings Resort & Spa Welcomes Lindon Lovell as Managing Director

The Landings Resort & Spa Welcomes Lindon Lovell as Managing Director

The Landings Resort & Spa in St Lucia is happy to announce the appointment of Lindon Lovell as its new Managing Director, who joined the resort this month. This milestone marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the resort’s journey to further elevate its standing as one of the Caribbean’s premier luxury destinations.

The Emirates A380 has landed at Mini-Europe

The Emirates A380 has landed at Mini-Europe

The Emirates A380 has touched down at the airport in Mini-Europe, bringing one of the most recognisable aircrafts to Brussels’ captivating world of miniature monuments, displays, and animations. The Emirates A380 model has been replicated in perfect detail, taking over 60 hours of intricate craftsmanship by Mini-Europe’s expert modellers, to capture the distinctive features of the A380 and iconic Emirates livery. Custom-made at a scale of 1:25, the aircraft still measures nearly three meters in length (292 cm) with an impressive wingspan of 320 cm and a height of 45 cm. From the proportions of the fuselage to the fine details of the livery, the model highlights the expertise and craftsmanship that define Mini-Europe’s creations.

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai Invites Guests to Cultivate Intentional Joy

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai Invites Guests to Cultivate Intentional Joy

Rooted in mindfulness, nature and community, and anchored by the philosophy of Heart of the Earth Spa, Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai approaches wellness as an intentional, lived practice. It is from this foundation that the Resort marks Global Wellness Day on June 13, 2026, inviting guests to cultivate intentional joy through a thoughtfully curated program inspired by this year's global theme, Joy Magenta, and interpreted through the distinctive lens of The Nam Hai's wellness philosophy.

WiT Indie strikes partnership with Think City, Malaysia

WiT Indie strikes partnership with Think City, Malaysia

WiT Indie 2026, the event for independent travel, will relocate to Bangunan UAB in the heart of George Town, Penang, as part of a new partnership with Think City, Malaysia’s urban impact organisation dedicated to making cities more livable, sustainable and resilient. The event, now in its seventh year, returns under the theme “The Next 20: Small Is Mighty,” bringing Asia’s independent travel community into the creative, heritage and civic fabric of a UNESCO World Heritage city.

Hilton's Home2 Suites Makes Its Europe, Middle East and Africa Debut in Dublin

Hilton's Home2 Suites Makes Its Europe, Middle East and Africa Debut in Dublin

Travellers seeking more space, comfort and convenience in central Dublin now have the perfect place to stay with Home2 Suites by Hilton Dublin City Centre now open, marking the brand's debut across Europe, Middle East and Africa. From weekend city breaks and business trips, to longer stays that feel like a home-away-from-home experience, Home2 Suites by Hilton offers dynamic, spacious accommodations and thoughtfully designed home-like amenities. Created for value-conscious guests, the brand delivers the flexibility, comfort and ease of staying in convenient locations without sacrificing the consistency and reliability of a globally trusted brand.

Viking Takes Delivery of Newest Ocean Ship

Viking Takes Delivery of Newest Ocean Ship

Viking® announced it has taken delivery of the Viking Mira®, the company's newest ocean ship. The delivery ceremony took place at Fincantieri's shipyard in Ancona, Italy where the ship was presented. Like all Viking ocean ships, the Viking Mira is classified as a small ship, with 499 staterooms accommodating 998 guests. The Viking Mira joins the company's growing fleet of award-winning ocean ships and will spend her inaugural season sailing itineraries in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.

nhow Hotels Unveils a Vibrant Season of Rooftop and Terrace Experiences Across Europe

nhow Hotels Unveils a Vibrant Season of Rooftop and Terrace Experiences Across Europe

As spring arrives and cities come back into bloom, nhow Hotels & Resorts, part of Minor Hotels, is inviting guests to step outdoors and experience a new season of curated open-air activities throughout its portfolio. From Lima to Berlin and Milan to Marseille, Frankfurt, and Rotterdam, the brand’s signature lifestyle approach extends beyond interiors, turning terraces and rooftops into vibrant destinations that celebrate creativity, connection, and urban energy. Guests can discover the brand’s seasonal initiatives and experiences as part of its Urban Bloom initiative.

CTO Announces Finals of the Regional Nex-Gen Tourism Showcase at Caribbean Week in New York 2026

CTO Announces Finals of the Regional Nex-Gen Tourism Showcase at Caribbean Week in New York 2026

Students from the British Virgin Islands, Saint Lucia and Turks and Caicos Islands have advanced to the finals of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s 2026 Regional Nex-Gen Tourism Showcase, set to take place during Caribbean Week in New York. The “Live Finals” will be held at InterContinental New York Times Square on Thursday June 4, 2026, when the finalist student teams will present practical, investment-ready tourism business proposals designed to drive sustainable development and create viable income opportunities for Caribbean communities.

From Tuk Tuks to the ultimate food tour in Athens: Marella Cruises launches new Med excursions

From Tuk Tuks to the ultimate food tour in Athens: Marella Cruises launches new Med excursions

Marella Cruises, TUI’s UK cruise line, is expanding its Mediterranean excursion programme with nine* new offerings allowing customers a chance to ride a tuk-tuk through the coastal city of Olbia in Sardinia and experience the ultimate food tour in Athens. With Marella Discovery 2 homeporting out of Palma for the summer season these nine new excursions from Marella Cruises will offer its customers a chance to see the Greece and Italy along the Mediterranean Sea in new innovative ways, such as exploring the Amalfi Coast in one day with stops to Pompeii, Ravello and Amalfi.

Voting opens for 2026 World Spa Awards

Voting opens for 2026 World Spa Awards

World Spa Awards has opened voting for 2026 to recognise organisations setting new standards in quality, service and innovation across the global spa and wellness industry. Voting runs until 4 August 2026, with the highly-anticipated winners announced on 22 September 2026. During this 10-week voting window, industry professionals, media and consumers alike are invited to cast their votes across categories, including Hotel Spas, Wellness Retreats, Detox & Longevity Programmes, Medical Spas and Spa Destinations.

Mews Unveils the Operating System for Hospitality

Mews Unveils the Operating System for Hospitality

The average hotel runs on eight to ten different software vendors: a property management system (PMS) for reservations, a revenue management system (RMS) for pricing, a channel manager for distribution, a separate inbox for messaging, a separate kiosk for check-in, a separate point of sale (POS) for F&B, a separate receivables tool to chase what hasn't been paid. Each of these tools solved one problem. Together, they created a bigger one.