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Hilton London Bankside Unveils the UK’s First Miffy-Themed Hotel Suite
This June, Hilton London Bankside will launch the UK’s first Miffy-themed hotel suite to celebrate the classic character’s 70th anniversary.
Radisson Hotel Group launches first two Verified Net Zero hotels
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce its first two hotels to achieve Verified Net Zero status, achieving 2040 requirements of the Net Zero Methodology for Hotels today. The properties in Oslo and Manchester are taking steps to eliminate Scope 1 & 2 emissions, significantly reduce Scope 3 emissions, aligned with the GHG protocol, and remove the remaining footprint with Nature Based Solutions. The achievement is unique, as the alignment with the Net Zero Methodology for Hotels is verified by a third party, TÜV Rheinland.
Hyatt Marks Brand Entry Into Croatia With the Opening of Hyatt Regency Zadar
Hyatt Hotels Corporation celebrated the opening of Hyatt Regency Zadar, marking its debut in Croatia and a significant milestone in Hyatt’s strategic brand expansion in one of Europe’s most popular travel destinations. Located at the heart of Croatia’s Adriatic coast, and just a short walk from Zadar’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, the hotel offers an enriching and inspiring setting for curious travelers exploring local attractions. Rooted in a culture of community, the hotel will inspire creativity and cultivate a genuine sense of connection.
IHG Hotels & Resorts’ UK & Ireland boosts leisure portfolio with Hotel Indigo Torquay signing
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of Hotel Indigo Torquay with The Fragrance Group. The 153-room hotel marks the 26th open and signed Hotel Indigo in IHG’s UK & Ireland portfolio. Hotel Indigo Torquay adds to the market’s growing luxury and lifestyle collection and bolsters IHG’s reputation in one of the UK’s premier leisure destinations.
Hilton Set to Hit 100 Hotel Milestone in Saudi Arabia
Hilton announces it is set to hit the milestone of 100 hotels trading and in the pipeline in Saudi Arabia this year – reaffirming its long-term commitment to growth across the Kingdom. The global hospitality company continues to introduce more of its award-winning brands to the country, with 14 brands trading and in the pipeline, and has announced multiple new signings with plans to add more than 21,000 rooms in locations across the country.
Quito becomes the cultural capital of Latin America for the month of May
This May, Quito will tear down the walls of its museums and turn the whole city into a living stage of art, history and culture. In commemoration of International Museum Day, the Ecuadorian capital is launching an ambitious programme with over 200 activities in more than 60 cultural venues, thus consolidating itself as one of the largest celebrations of heritage in Latin America.
Etihad Airways offering luxury travel at exceptional prices
Etihad Airways has launched an exclusive Premium sale, with up to 30% off on Business fares, offering UK and Irish customers the chance to experience luxury travel at exceptional prices across its expanding global network. Available until Wednesday 21 May, the offer features business fares to popular destinations including Delhi, Phuket and Kuala Lumpur, with flights departing Manchester starting from £1699, £1949 and £1799 respectively. Fares for the same destinations departing Dublin start from €1799, €2199 and €2299. These special fares are valid for travel between 2 June 2025 and 30 Sep 2025.
St. Lucia to Host the 2025 Caribbean Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards at Sandals Grande
On October 3rd, 2025, the world of travel and tourism will turn its eyes to one of the Caribbean’s most enchanting destinations — St. Lucia. The island will proudly host the Caribbean Gala Ceremony of the 2025 World Travel Awards, an iconic event celebrating the pinnacle of hospitality and excellence in the travel industry. The venue, the magnificent Sandals Grande St. Lucian, offers a fittingly luxurious setting for an evening that will spotlight the very best the Caribbean has to offer.
Candlewood Suites by IHG makes its European debut with hotel opening in Germany
IHG and NOVUM Hospitality continue to make strides in Germany with the opening of the first Candlewood Suites property outside of the Americas. Candlewood Suites Berlin Charlottenburg is part of a dual-brand project, sharing a building with the recently opened Holiday Inn – the niu Flash. Candlewood Suites is also due to open a further five hotels in Germany this year, in Fürth, Heidelberg, Düsseldorf, Augsburg and Berlin.
IHG Hotels & Resorts launches Middle East’s first EVEN Hotel with a signing in Saudi Arabia
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has announced the signing of EVEN Hotel Dammam, bringing its lifestyle wellness-focused brand to the Middle East for the first time. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) in Riyadh.
Hilton Announces Debut of Spark by Hilton in MEA
Hilton has announced the signing of Spark by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah in partnership with Al Musbah Group, marking the debut of the premium economy brand in Saudi Arabia. Expected to open later this year, the new signing bolsters Hilton’s continued growth in the Kingdom and strengthens its presence in one of the region’s most dynamic markets. With this addition, Hilton remains on track to reach its milestone of 100 hotels trading and in the pipeline across Saudi Arabia this year.
Tru by Hilton Debuts in Asia Pacific with 14 New Hotels Opening in Vietnam in 2025
Leading global hospitality company Hilton has announced the opening of the first four of 14 Tru by Hilton properties in Vietnam, in partnership with ROX Group (formerly TNG Holdings Vietnam). The new hotels herald the entry of Tru by Hilton in Asia Pacific and build upon Hilton’s growth momentum in South East Asia. Slated to open before the end of 2025, the new Tru by Hilton properties will bring Hilton’s total pipeline of hotels under development in Vietnam to 29.