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“Travel & Tourism Accelerates after Effective Recovery” Says WTTC In New Global Report

“Travel & Tourism Accelerates after Effective Recovery” Says WTTC In New Global Report

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched its latest global report (1),“Accelerating Travel & Tourism Recovery - Global Evidence from Four Decades of Crises,” during its landmark Leadership Cruise event in Egypt, sending a powerful message to governments, investors, and travellers worldwide: tourism always recovers. 

The H Dubai Sets the Scene for a Month of Relaxed City Living and Festive Eid Gatherings

The H Dubai Sets the Scene for a Month of Relaxed City Living and Festive Eid Gatherings

Conveniently located on Sheikh Zayed Road and shaped by the world-class hospitality of the STORY Hotels & Resorts family, The H Dubai is the ultimate destination for those looking to unwind, celebrate, or simply experience Dubai from a different perspective. This month, the property introduces a fresh line-up of staycations, dining experiences, wellness rituals, and a new work hub pass designed to suit every kind of guest, mood, and moment. Adding to the atmosphere, Eid Al Adha arrives with five days of festive stays, traditional dining, and memorable family gatherings woven throughout the hotel.

Embrace Each Day and Find New Ways to Celebrate Life at Nikki Beach Dubai

Embrace Each Day and Find New Ways to Celebrate Life at Nikki Beach Dubai

The rhythm of beachfront living takes on new meaning at Nikki Beach Dubai, where a curated lineup of weekly experiences, blending music, dining, and social connection, awaits. Set against sweeping Arabian Gulf views and the brand’s signature white daybeds, each moment moves with ease, shifting from chilled-out afternoons to high-energy celebrations by the shore. With a plethora of midweek resident escapes and spirited gatherings for guests to enjoy, get ready to settle into a lifestyle shaped by sunshine, sound, and shared moments.

Qatar Airways Set to Operate to Caracas, Venezuela, and Bogotá, Colombia, from July 2026

Qatar Airways Set to Operate to Caracas, Venezuela, and Bogotá, Colombia, from July 2026

11 May 2026 Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

Qatar Airways has affirmed its expansion in the Americas with the launch of new flight operations to Caracas, Venezuela, and Bogotá, Colombia, commencing from 22 July 2026. The service represents a significant milestone for the airline, as Qatar Airways becomes the first Gulf carrier to serve Venezuela, and the first airline to operate flights from the Middle East to Caracas and Bogotá. This expansion underscores the airline’s commitment, announced last year, to strengthening global connectivity for the region.

‘OTHERNESS: Staying Different in an AI-Normalised World’

‘OTHERNESS: Staying Different in an AI-Normalised World’

Travelgate, part of the Travelsoft Group, is hosting the sixth edition of ConX, an invitation-only conference bringing together more than 1,000 senior executives from global travel distribution on 2 June at Poble Espanyol in Palma de Mallorca. Huawei returns as Main Sponsor for this edition. Under the theme ‘Otherness’, ConX 2026 confronts the central tension of the AI era: when every competitor runs the same models, trains on the same data and deploys the same tools, differentiation becomes the only sustainable advantage. The programme brings together the people best placed to define what that differentiation looks like — and to build it.

A Meaningful Eid Escape at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach

A Meaningful Eid Escape at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach

This Eid Al Adha, Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach welcomes guests to experience a meaningful escape within its serene beachfront location. Set along a private stretch of the Arabian Gulf shoreline, the resort provides a setting for families and loved ones to come together, combining coastal relaxation with family‑friendly experiences such as Kids For All Seasons, alongside the sense of connection that marks the Eid holiday.

Sandals® Resorts Gives Thanks to Travel Advisors on Global Travel Advisor Day 2026

Sandals® Resorts Gives Thanks to Travel Advisors on Global Travel Advisor Day 2026

In recognition of the travel advisor community and the meaningful role they play in shaping Caribbean travel, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, the Caribbean’s leading all-inclusive brands, proudly partners with the American Society of Travel Advisors as the global sponsor of Global Travel Advisor Day 2026. This year, the brands are introducing enhanced earning opportunities and expanded engagement initiatives across key markets, reinforcing their long-standing commitment to the advisor community.

Newly Updated Hyatt Zilara Cancun Debuts Following Extensive Renovation

Newly Updated Hyatt Zilara Cancun Debuts Following Extensive Renovation

11 May 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the debut of a complete renovation of Hyatt Zilara Cancun, an adults-only, all-inclusive resort in the heart of Cancun’s Hotel Zone. The resort’s newly elevated rooms and amenities reaffirm Hyatt Inclusive Collection’s commitment to the destination, while enhancing the experience guests have come to know and expect from the Hyatt Zilara brand.

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel Opens on the Sunshine Coast

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel Opens on the Sunshine Coast

11 May 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel has opened its doors, welcoming guests to Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and marking the arrival of the first internationally branded new-build hotel in the region in more than four decades. The opening signals a new phase for Mooloolaba, as growing domestic and international demand reshapes one of Australia’s most established coastal destinations. Positioned on Mooloolaba Esplanade overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the 180-room hotel introduces a more contemporary approach to beachside stays. Clean-lined interiors and open social spaces create an easy, intuitive base that connects guests to the coastline and the energy of the destination.

Ennismore announces the first Delano Hotel & Residences to open in Marrakech with YAMED

Ennismore announces the first Delano Hotel & Residences to open in Marrakech with YAMED

11 May 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, and YAMED, the property development platform of Ynexis Group, Morocco’s foremost real estate investment group, announce the signing of Delano Marrakech Hotel & Residences. This landmark agreement marks Delano’s debut on the African continent and positions Marrakech alongside Miami and Dubai as a cornerstone of the brand’s new global chapter. The signing is a strategic milestone for both partners and for the destination. For Ennismore, it affirms the brand’s conviction that Marrakech belongs in the same conversation as the world’s great luxury resort cities. YAMED has always been driven by the ambition to develop a true lifestyle destination in an exceptional location in Marrakech, one that goes beyond real estate to create a holistic living experience rooted in design, culture and hospitality. This vision has been brought to life through its collaboration with the Delano brand, whose global reputation and distinctive positioning have played a key role in shaping and elevating the project.

Hilton Signs New‑Build Flagship Adelaide Hotel

Hilton Signs New‑Build Flagship Adelaide Hotel

11 May 2026 Press Release Hotel News

Hilton has today announced the signing of the new Hilton Adelaide East End at 299 Pirie Street, marking the next chapter in the brand’s long-standing presence in South Australia. Spanning 27 stories, Hilton Adelaide East End will be a 251-room new-build hotel intentionally designed with vibrant spaces to set the stage for every stay. Developed under a franchise agreement with Auriga Investments and to be operated by Trilogy Hotels, the hotel will form part of Arcadia, a contemporary mixed-use project set to revitalise the eastern end of the CBD. Strategically located just over 1km from Rundle Mall and the East End, and surrounded by dining, nightlife and cultural destinations, the hotel will place guests at the center of this sought-after destination, capturing both business and leisure demand in one of Adelaide’s most connected precincts.