Few new hotel brands can claim the kind of debut LivAway Suites has enjoyed. In its first 12 months of operating hotels, the Salt Lake City–based economy extended stay brand has sold more than 100,000 room nights, a milestone that industry observers say underscores both pent-up demand in the extended stay segment and the brand’s ability to capture it.

EgyptTours.com, renowned for elite travel experiences, is transforming luxury travel with its new collection of private Egypt tours. Designed for those seeking history, comfort, and exclusivity, these packages offer personalized cultural exploration, led by certified Egyptologist guides, chauffeured luxury vehicles, and exclusive five-star Nile River cruises. Ready to experience Egypt on your terms? Read on for an insider’s look at the most luxurious private Egypt tours for 2025 and 2026.

Collecting sports memorabilia is more than just a hobby for NFL fans— it’s a badge of fandom that evokes the tailgate BBQ, the roar in the stadium after an unbelievable catch, and the post-game celebration. Building on that passion, Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel platform and Official Sponsor of the NFL, is now reimagining one of travel’s most familiar items, the hotel keycard, as a true collector’s item that fans will want to keep forever. To kick off the latest season of its NFL partnership, Marriott Bonvoy has teamed up with 2025 NFL “Fanbassador” Adam Devine and six global artists to debut Marriott Bonvoy Keysakes: art-driven, NFL-themed keycards that can also unlock sports’ ultimate prize: waking up inside Levi’s Stadium on Super Bowl Sunday in the Marriott Bonvoy Super Bowl Sleepover Suite.

The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) is proud to announce the return of Autentico, Aruba’s signature culinary festival, taking place Oct. 11–19. Celebrating the diverse cuisines and cultural influences of the island’s more than 100 nationalities, this year’s festivities will feature a blend of community-driven events and international flair—including appearances by U.S. celebrity chef Christian Petroni, Peruvian Top 50 chef Jaime Pesaque and Dutch executive chef Tim Golsteijn.

YY Group Holding Limited, a global leader in on-demand workforce solutions and integrated facility management (IFM), has announced that its subsidiary, YY Circle Thailand, has secured contracts with five leading hotel clients; Hyatt, Sheraton, and three properties under Chatrium Hotels & Residences. These signings significantly expand the subsidiary’s hospitality portfolio and reinforce YY Group’s regional growth strategy.

What does it truly mean for a destination to be LGBTQ+ friendly today? A new analysis by The Data Appeal Company reveals that inclusivity must go far beyond rainbow flags and Pride campaigns if destinations want to be perceived as genuinely open and welcoming. The benefits are clear. According to the WTTC and IGLTA, LGBTQ+ travellers represent a £200 billion global market, with strong spending power and high travel propensity. The US alone contributes £65 billion.