Hotel development is a complex undertaking. It requires little of the skills to operate and monetize the asset. Owners and architects are often ill-equipped to measure up the requirements for running a successful hotel a few years down the…
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Three Black-owned hotels empower their communities
On most Caribbean islands, tourism drives the local economy. But not everyone has benefitted. Hundreds of years of enslaved labor in the Caribbean, followed by years of Black people being shut out of access to economic opportunities, has kept Black…
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Why Melanie de Souza finds AIUla fulfilling and what’s behind “Forever Revitalising”
Nearly five years into her role as Executive Director Destination Marketing, at the Royal Commission of AlUla, and Melanie de Souza says “it’s been the most fulfilling chapter in my career”.
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A hotel boom is underway in Jamaica
During the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association's Marketplace tourism conference in Montego Bay earlier this month, Jamaica's tourism minister Edmund Bartlett said Jamaica's room count will increase by 2,000 rooms this year and by 20,000 in five…
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Dissolving Architecture into Nature: Dorte Mandrup Designs Hotel in Norway's Arctic Circle
Danish architecture studio Dorte Mandrup has just released the designs for its new project in the Arctic Region. Teaming up with high-end Norwegian adventure and outdoor brand Norrøna, the studio has designed a nature hotel. Situated in…
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Reuben Brothers plan $2B Puerto Rico project with Aman, Mandarin Oriental and Rosewood hotels
The Reuben Brothers are planning a massive $2 billion oceanfront luxury resort in Puerto Rico.
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Travel outlook for LatAm, Caribbean looks promising, hotel construction sees healthy growth
Many parts of the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) market have witnessed economic slowdowns through 2023. Despite that, the forecast for travel in 2024 and 2025 looks encouraging, a recent study has revealed. This may have a positive impact on…
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The Experiential Travel Boom: The Big Summer Travel Trends for 2024
Even with the economy's ups and downs, travelers are spending more on experiences. They're going for bucket-list adventures that showcase their unique passions. This booming industry is expected to reach $1.6 trillion by the end of 2024…
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Preferred Hotels & Resorts Announces 2024 Awards of Excellence and GIFTTS Pineapple Awards Winners
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is pleased to announce the winners of its 2024 Preferred Awards of Excellence and GIFTTS Pineapple Awards. The awards were presented on May 9 at SUD Lisboa, part of the SANA…
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Cvent announces Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels in Asia-Pacific for 2024
Cvent, an industry meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, has released its lists of the Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels for Asia-Pacific (APAC). These lists – which also include regional rankings for North America…
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Have luxury travelers finally hit a price ceiling?
After years of shrugging off soaring hotel costs, affluent travelers may finally be showing some…
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Wyndham adds nine all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, Panama and Jamaica
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has unveiled a new alliance with Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts, adding nine properties across Mexico, Panama and Jamaica.
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An Egyptian adventure with Henri Ruiz, general manager of Kempinski Nile Garden City
Henri Ruiz, general manager of Kempinski Nile Garden City talks about Egypt’s hospitality landscape.
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Arabia Hotels initiates Fairmont Hotel construction at Sun Capital
Arabia Hotels, an affiliate of Arabia Holding, has declared the start of the Fairmont Hotel’s construction within the expansive Sun Capital development situated in Cairo’s western region.
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Dominican Republic Eyes 12 Million Visitors Amid Continued Tourism Boom
While many of its neighboring destinations were closed in the summer of 2020, the Dominican Republic was open. And it never closed. The country’s navigation of the pandemic helped kick off what would become a new golden age of tourism, ushering in a…
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Colorado agency steps up to buy Stanley hotel after Arizona nonprofit sale falls through
A deal for the state of Colorado to purchase the famous Stanley Hotel in Estes Park that inspired Stephen King’s “The Shining” is officially on the table.
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India’s Hospitality Industry Booms
Global chains expand, spiritual tourism surges, analysts bullish on growth India’s hospitality industry currently valued at around $24 billion is experiencing robust growth and is projected to reach around $31 billion over the next five years…
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Hyatt CEO foresees India as the second-largest market in 30-40 years: here’s why
Mark Hoplamazian, CEO of Hyatt Hotels, believes that India has tremendous tourism potential and the government must work towards increasing the exposure of inbound travellers to the country’s natural resources and history. “It would be great to have…
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