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IHG Hotels & Resorts Accelerates Growth in Mexico
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, continues to strengthen its position in Mexico, a key growth market for its Luxury & Lifestyle, Premium, Essentials and Suites brands. Mexico represents IHG’s 5th largest market globally for open hotels and rooms, and the company has an ambition to nearly double its growth pace over the next few years. IHG’s growth momentum builds on more than 50 years of continued presence in the country, beginning with Mexico’s first Holiday Inn in Acapulco in 1970. Today, IHG has 187 hotels, and 30,000 rooms open across Mexico. An additional 62 hotels with 8,600 rooms in the development pipeline reflect the sustained regional demand for IHG’s brands from owners and guests.
Sandblu Santorini Returns This Spring as LXR Hotels & Resorts’ First Greek Hideaway
Reopening 8 April 2026, Sandblu Santorini returns as LXR Hotels & Resorts’ first retreat in Greece. A sanctuary above Kamari’s black-sand shoreline designed for travellers drawn to discovery, design, and deeply personal service, each of the hotel’s 66 rooms, suites, and villas channels the island’s Cycladic heritage, artfully styled to mirror the volcanic landscape and the ever-changing light of the Aegean.
Hilton Strengthens UK Lifestyle Portfolio with Two New Tapestry Collection by Hilton Hotels
Hilton announces two Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotels in Plymouth and Cork, continuing the expansion of its lifestyle portfolio across the UK and Ireland. The signings underscore Hilton’s selective, long-term growth strategy with a focus on destinations demonstrating strong demand. The hotels will join a growing portfolio of four Tapestry Collection properties in regional hotspots, including Dover, York, Portrush and St Albans. Marking Hilton’s debut in both historic maritime cities, the hotels are expected to create approximately 100 jobs.
DISNEYLAND PARIS UNVEILS DISNEY ADVENTURE WORLD AND OPENS WORLD OF FROZEN
Today, Disneyland Paris enters a bold new chapter with the opening of World of Frozen and the unveiling of its reimagined second park, now renamed Disney Adventure World. This landmark transformation represents one of the most ambitious expansions in the resort’s history, offering guests fully immersive worlds inspired by stories from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios and Marvel. At the heart of this new experience lies Adventure Way, a vibrant promenade designed as a gateway to exploration, featuring landscaped gardens, entertainment and new dining experiences, as well as Raiponce Tangled Spin, a family attraction inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Tangled.
Earth Day, Rethinking Travel: Where Impact Meets Experience
In a time when travellers are seeking more purposeful ways to explore the world, andBeyond offers a compelling proposition: that luxury travel, when designed with intention, can move beyond preservation, becoming a force for regeneration.
Discover, Experience, Get Moving: New Ideas for Summer 2026 in Tirol
New “Kaiserblüte” star-shaped hiking tour · Wilder Kaiser A standout addition for summer 2026, the Kaiserblüte star-shaped hiking tour offers six stages covering 76km and 5,050m of ascent through the spectacular Wilder Kaiser region. Designed for hikers with some mountain experience and a good level of fitness, follow easy-to-moderately challenging paths through the mountains and valleys. With comfortable hotel stays in the valley and no need to carry luggage, the free mobility services, of hiking buses and the Kaiserjet buses make this hike accessible. www.wilderkaiser.info/en/kaiserbluete-the-star-hike-on-the-wilder-kaiser.html
Air Premia Expands Americas-Southeast Asia Connectivity
Air Premia, Korea’s only hybrid service carrier, announced that it has entered an interline partnership with Thailand’s national flag carrier, Thai Airways, with joint transportation services set to commence on March 30.
The St. Regis Kanai and Duryea’s Close 2025-2026 Winter Season with “Torneo del Sol”
As winter gently fades into Riviera Maya’s golden spring, The St. Regis Kanai Resort prepares to close the season in signature style—with a celebration that blends sport, gastronomy, and effortless coastal glamour. On April 18th, 2026, the resort will host Pétanque – Torneo del Sol, a sun-drenched tournament where the timeless French game becomes the backdrop for a day devoted to culture, connection, and the art of living.
The Portofino Hotel & Marina Partners with Local Med Spa Beauty at the Bay
The Portofino Hotel & Marina—the boutique, award-winning oceanfront destination in Southern California’s South Bay—has partnered with the local medical spa Beauty at the Bay to offer hotel guests exclusive beauty and wellness perks, including 10% off most services. Both overnight and dining guests are eligible.
Cruisebound Launches “Search by Map,” Redefining How Travelers Discover Cruises
Cruisebound, the online cruise agency redefining how travelers discover and book cruises, is excited to unveil “Search by Map,” a dynamic new feature that transforms cruise planning into a more intuitive, visual experience. The tool allows travelers to navigate the globe through an immersive map interface, placing ports and itineraries directly at their fingertips.
JW MARRIOTT TUCSON STARR PASS RESORT & SPA REVEALS REIMAGINED MEETING EXPERIENCES
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa has unveiled the completion of a comprehensive renovation of its 115,000 square feet of meeting and event space, introducing a desert‑modern design, upgraded technology, and expanded outdoor‑to‑indoor gatherings rooted in the Sonoran landscape. The reimagined meetings and event experiences are artfully designed to bring people together through balance, connection, and a deep sense of place. Rooted in the spirit and beautiful setting of the Sonoran Desert, the transformed spaces invite groups to gather in environments that feel expansive, serene, and authentic to the real Arizona.
Ontario International Airport reports better than 6% passenger gain in February
The number of passengers traveling through Ontario International Airport (ONT) in February increased by 6.3% and cargo shipments grew by 10.3% compared to the same month last year.