United Airlines has launched a new digital tool on its app and united.com that makes it easier for customers who use wheelchairs to find flights that can best accommodate the specific dimensions of their personal mobility device. The airline also announced that eligible customers may seek a refund of the fare difference if a customer needs to pay more for a flight that can accommodate their wheelchair. Last year, United and United Express together carried more than 200,000 checked wheelchairs.

Virgin Hotels Collection is pleased to announce the opening of six brand new Riads at Sir Richard Branson’s magical retreat nestled in the Atlas Mountains, Kasbah Tamadot, from 1 July 2024. Furthermore, the hotel, synonymous for its incredible Berber hospitality, will re-open in its entirety on 15th October 2024, following a period of partial closure and restorations in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that occurred in the region last year, with riad and hotel bookings now open.

Gürok Group, renowned for its luxurious JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING properties, introduces its latest brand, BIJAL Resorts, with an ultra-luxury villa resort in the Antalya Province of Turkey. BIJAL Resorts combines Turkish hospitality with the ultra-luxury experience offered by Gürok Group’s previous ventures.

Minor Hotels has appointed Marlon Abeyakoon as the General Manager of NH Collection Maldives Havodda, marking the debut of the NH Collection brand in a non-urban destination. With over 25 years of luxury hospitality and rebranding expertise, Abeyakoon brings a wealth of experience from prestigious global brands like Kerzner, Hilton, and Marriott

Accor reaffirms its commitment to water stewardship by unveiling a suite of initiatives aimed at preserving water resources globally. These efforts focus on reducing water consumption, improving water quality, and promoting sustainability across its operations, food and beverage value chain, and guest engagement.

IHG Hotels & Resorts introduces new prototype options for its three suites brands – Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites, and Atwell Suites – offering greater flexibility for developers in site configurations and market types. These options emphasize space optimization and efficiency while retaining key brand hallmarks, such as ample in-room storage and kitchen space.