The buzz is building for a spectacular holiday season bathed in Caribbean sunshine, as Santa’s Scout Elves head south for another “merry” memorable holiday season at Beaches Resorts. With less than 100 days until Christmas, together with The Lumistella Company – the creators of the beloved family tradition The Elf on the Shelf – the Caribbean’s family-friendly resorts are unveiling a lineup of The Elf on the Shelf themed festivities returning to Beaches all-inclusive resorts this December. Families can also enter a special “Countdown to Christmas in the Caribbean” Vacation Sweepstakes that will grant one lucky family and their best Scout Elf a ticket to paradise to experience it all.

As fall colors start to emerge and cooler mornings take hold, Sonoma County invites visitors to immerse themselves in the harvest season. Renowned for our world-class wines, exceptional cuisine, and convivial hospitality, Sonoma County shines as an fall destination. During this season, visitors can experience a myriad of autumn-themed activities and events, from lively festivals and seasonal wine tastings to culinary creations inspired by the harvest.

The Biltmore Mayfair, a symbol of timeless elegance in the heart of Grosvenor Square, is thrilled to announce a collaboration with esteemed British jeweller, Boodles. Together, the two brands present The Boodles Tea at The Biltmore: an exquisite Afternoon Tea crafted by The Biltmore and inspired by Boodles’ timeless pieces.

Ahead of the Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World, taking place later this month at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai from 30 September – 2 October, organisers The Bench have launched its latest innovative initiative, FHS Club, to reward attendees for their commitment and engagement with the region’s leading hospitality investment event. A first of its kind in the hospitality events industry, FHS Club is a unique new loyalty programme designed to offer bespoke benefits and exclusive access to FHS events, and further enhance the attendee experience.

Hotel Rewards - the ultimate app for discovering exclusive hotel deals and earning rewards on every stay – is launching a new subscription service that promises to change the landscape of hotel booking. For a monthly fee of $9.99, subscribers will have access to significant discounts on hotel rates and additional benefits designed to make travel more affordable. The service includes members-only discounts of up to 78% on hotel stays and a monthly $20 credit toward future hotel bookings.

Super 8 by Wyndham owners looking to revitalize their guestrooms can now adopt the cutting-edge INNOV8TE 2.0 design package. The next iteration of the INNOV8TE program, developed in collaboration with experienced owners and top design experts, combines sleek, stylish upgrades with increased operational efficiency. Available across the U.S. and Canada, INNOV8TE 2.0 is a cost-effective upgrade that elevates the hotel experience, starting at just $1,850 per key*.