The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki, Tapestry Collection by Hilton on the island of O’ahu, has officially joined Hilton as the first Tapestry Collection property in Hawai’i. Situated at the gateway to Waikiki, this beloved hotel blends a legacy of local charm with Hilton’s globally renowned hospitality and expansive benefits. The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki is operated by Highgate, who continues to bring its expertise as a premier real estate and hospitality management company to the islands of Hawai’i. The collaboration marks a new chapter that honors the hotel’s deep roots in the community while introducing guests to the distinctive, story-driven spirit of the Tapestry Collection.

Hollywood stars and influential personalities gathered at Cipriani Bahrain to celebrate the Kingdom of Bahrain’s growing influence as a global hub for entertainment, media, sports, and culture.

Everhome Suites, the midscale extended stay brand from Choice Hotels International, Inc. continues to grow its nationwide footprint with the opening of six new properties, and three ground breakings in Texas, Oregon, and Ohio. The brand’s growing traction across Texas, coupled with the addition of the Salem, Oregon and Yuma, Arizona locations, highlights Everhome Suites’ continued success meeting demand for purpose-built, extended stay accommodations across the U.S. Choice Hotels now has 14 Everhome Suites open, 19 under construction and more than 60 in the pipeline. The brand is on track to have nearly 25 hotels open by the end of the year.

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Public Services Department in Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) held its first-ever Tourism Excellence Awards, a programme created to recognise and honour the outstanding achievements of the Emirate’s tourism and hospitality sector.

Tucked away in the heart of Provence Verte, the village of Cotignac offers a perfect blend of scenic cycling and authentic French charm. With 12 cycling routes to explore, there’s something for every level—from leisurely rides through vineyards and olive groves to more challenging climbs around the Bessillon massif. One of the standout features is its connection to the EuroVelo 8, a trans-European route that winds through Cotignac’s breathtaking landscapes and nearby heritage sites, such as the medieval Thoronet Abbey.

Global hospitality leader Hilton has announced the signing of a branding and management agreement with Wine Country Hospitality Partners LLC—a visionary partnership between Mark Harmon, Robert Radovan, and Tim Sparapani—for the new build Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country and Waldorf Astoria Residences Texas Hill Country, marking the debut of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts in the Lone Star State. Expected to open in 2027 in the heart of Texas Hill Country, the luxury resort will introduce the brand’s sincerely elegant service to the emerging Fredericksburg destination just under two hours outside of Austin and San Antonio.