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Preserving our heritage a global imperative

Preserving our heritage a global imperative

21 April 2025 Press Release Tourism News Organisations & Operators

The world has witnessed the heartbreaking fragility of cultural heritage in recent years, as disasters and conflicts erase millenniums of history in a matter of minutes. Wildfires and earthquakes have crumbled priceless temples and monuments, and wars and armed conflicts have turned iconic landmarks into rubble.

OCEANIA CRUISES SET TO TAKE GUESTS TO THE STARS AND BACK

OCEANIA CRUISES SET TO TAKE GUESTS TO THE STARS AND BACK

21 April 2025 Press Release Cruise News

Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, today announced four additional 2026 solar eclipse sailings, providing guests with five exceptional itineraries to view the cosmic event – the most for any cruise line globally. The collection of once-in-a-lifetime voyages will see guests perfectly positioned to experience the phenomenon on August 12, 2026, off the shores of Ireland, Iceland, Portugal, and the United Kingdom

ACCOR EXPANDS ITS NETWORK IN THE AMERICAS WITH THE ADDITION OF 17 HOTELS

ACCOR EXPANDS ITS NETWORK IN THE AMERICAS WITH THE ADDITION OF 17 HOTELS

21 April 2025 Press Release Hotel News

Accor has announced it has entered into exclusive negotiations with Royal Holiday Group to acquire 17 management agreements (3,200 keys). The portfolio includes six existing All-inclusive Resorts in Mexico (1,660 keys) to be managed by Ennismore, as well as eleven existing resorts and city hotels in Mexico, Argentina, Puerto Rico and the USA (1,540 keys) to be managed by Accor PM&E Americas. The total consideration of $79M will be paid in phases, and all of it will go towards partially funding the $130M renovation plan of the properties within the next 30 months.

Radisson Hotel Group opens Radisson Resort Mui Ne, a private beachfront paradise

Radisson Hotel Group opens Radisson Resort Mui Ne, a private beachfront paradise

21 April 2025 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the opening of Radisson Resort Mui Ne, a secluded beachfront retreat along the unspoiled shores of Suoi Nuoc Beach in Binh Thuan, Vietnam. Here, clear turquoise waters meet golden sands to create a sanctuary where comfort, sustainability, and natural beauty blend seamlessly for an unforgettable coastal escape.

First Hyatt Studios Hotel Celebrates Grand Opening in Mobile, Alabama

First Hyatt Studios Hotel Celebrates Grand Opening in Mobile, Alabama

21 April 2025 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Hyatt Hotels Corporation celebrated the grand opening of its first-ever Hyatt Studios hotel, Hyatt Studios Mobile / Tillmans Corner in Mobile, Ala. Following its soft opening in February, the hotel marked the occasion by welcoming local officials, Hyatt leaders, hotel owners and operators, customers, and community members. Guests experienced firsthand the brand’s fresh take on extended stay, designed to deliver the perfect balance of comfort and modern convenience.

First Canopy by Hilton Set to Open in Italy Later this Year

First Canopy by Hilton Set to Open in Italy Later this Year

21 April 2025 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Hilton has announced the signings of two properties in Italy following franchise agreements with Forimi Italia Spa, which is part of Gruppo Roscioli. Canopy by Hilton Milan Duomo marks the Italian debut of Hilton’s Canopy by Hilton lifestyle brand, opening later this year with 96 guest rooms. Hilton Garden Inn Rome Colosseum continues the expansion of Hilton’s most prevalent brand in Italy with 181 rooms and it is expected to open in time for the 2026 summer season.

Azamara Cruises Unveils Immersive Cruisetours for an Unforgettable 2026 Alaska Season

Azamara Cruises Unveils Immersive Cruisetours for an Unforgettable 2026 Alaska Season

21 April 2025 Press Release Cruise News

Azamara Cruises, the small-ship line known for its signature Destination Immersion® experiences and Extended Destination Days, is making a bold return to Alaska’s wilderness in summer 2026 with the debut of immersive new Cruisetour packages. These pre- and post-cruise land journeys invite guests to venture beyond the coastline, seamlessly pairing Azamara’s 10 Alaska voyages aboard the intimate Azamara Pursuit® with enriching overland explorations. Perfect for travelers seeking deeper discovery, the Cruisetours feature scenic rail expeditions, authentic cultural experiences, and close encounters with the region’s striking landscapes and wildlife.

Hilton Continues to Expand Luxury Portfolio with the Signing of Waldorf Astoria Turks and Caicos

Hilton Continues to Expand Luxury Portfolio with the Signing of Waldorf Astoria Turks and Caicos

21 April 2025 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Hilton announces the signing of a branding and management agreement for Waldorf Astoria Turks and Caicos Dellis Cay, set to redefine Caribbean luxury when it is expected to debut in 2028. As Waldorf Astoria’s first resort and branded residences in Turks and Caicos, this exclusive sanctuary will offer unparalleled sophistication, blending the seclusion of a private island with the brand’s legendary service.