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Corinthia Hotels will open its first US property later this year, with the unveiling of New York’s renovated The Surrey. The hotel dates back to 1926, and is located on the corner of East 76th Street and Madison Avenue in the city’s Upper East Side.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Kiraku, Inc. announced that ATONA, the modern hot spring ryokan (Japanese-style inn) brand, will open properties in Yufu, Yakushima, and Hakone. 

In a significant move towards community empowerment and youth employment, Honda India Foundation (HIF) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Marriot Group of Hotels. 

Hotel technology provider and booking specialist Net Affinity reviewed booking data from the first five months of 2024 and found that Mondays see a significant spike in bookings.

The East Division CEN police in Bengaluru on Sunday arrested a paying guest facility owner for allegedly harassing a 24-year-old woman online she left a negative review about his establishment on Google. The accused, Anand Sharma, 32, a resident of Sheshadripura and a native of Rajasthan, posted the woman’s photos advertising her as a ‘call girl’, said the police.

Tottenham Hotspur have received further approvals required to continue the construction of the 30-storey hotel that will stand alongside their stadium.

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is set to expand its presence in Spain significantly. With the recent signing of four new properties, adding over 500 rooms across key markets, IHG continues to demonstrate its commitment to growth in one of Europe’s priority markets. The latest agreements reflect the strong owner and guest demand for IHG’s diverse brand portfolio, including Luxury and Lifestyle (Hotel Indigo), Premium (voco hotels), and Essentials (Holiday Inn Express) collections.

Kleindienst Group has unveiled the Marbella Resort Hotel, Vignette Collection by IHG Hotels and Resorts, on the World Islands in Dubai.

Experimental Group has announced the arrival of designer Christian Louboutin as its latest shareholder, joining Jean Moueix and Brookfield Asset Management that already support the continued development of the group’s hotel, restaurant and bar portfolio across Europe, United States and Asia.

Hilton is dramatically expanding its portfolio of luxury hotel experiences with the addition of nearly 400 boutique properties from the exquisite Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) collection. Starting today, hundreds of these properties will be available on all Hilton direct booking channels, including Hilton.com and the Hilton Honors app.

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of the first Vignette Collection property in Kazakhstan.

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment, announce a strategic collaboration with S Hotels & Resorts Public Company Limited, the international hospitality company under Singha Estate Public Company Limited.

Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) expands its portfolio to 326 hotels in Q1 FY 2025 with 16 new signings and 6 openings, showcasing robust growth and industry leadership.

As South Korea grapples with low birth rates, a growing number of hotels are introducing adults-only policies to cater to childless couples and solo travelers. This trend aims to create a tranquil atmosphere for adult guests but raises questions about inclusivity.

A total of 1,400 new hotel rooms will be built in Petra by local investors as a part of an investment drive to boost the tourism industry, a top official said on Sunday.

The loan provides funding to the MUI Group to refinance existing loans and finance a comprehensive refurbishment of the property.

Hard Rock International's highly anticipated hotel, REVERB by Hard Rock Hamburg, is now open. REVERB by Hard Rock is a unique hotel brand designed to be an energetic cultural hub for connection, creation and inspiration among music fans, locals and travellers alike. The hotel is located within the historic St. Pauli Bunker and vibrant neighborhood known for its bustling port, remarkable architecture and cultural scene. 

Peer-to-peer camping platforms HomeCamper and Campspace have merged to create what they’re calling the largest network of private camping spots in Europe.

The Trump Organization and luxury real estate developer Dar Global have partnered with Omran Group (Oman's state-run tourism-development arm) on the $500 million hospitality project, which will be part of the AIDA mixed-use complex that's currently under construction.

Karisma Hotels & Resorts and Russian company Dobrov & Family Group said they plan to build a 160 million euro ($173 million) hotel in Ulcinj, on Montenegro's Adriatic coast.

The Michelin Guide unveiled Thursday its ratings for hotels in Japan for the first time, with six facilities receiving the maximum three "keys," a designation similar to stars for restaurants.

Global real estate advisor, CBRE, has been appointed to sell the Hilton Prague, the largest branded hotel in the Czech Republic and one of Europe’s leading conference and events hotels, on behalf of the Irish Bank Resolution Corporation.

An exclusive five-star resort with a view to the Iguazú Falls has been chosen as the best hotel in Argentina in 2024. The Gran Meliá Iguazú, located within the Iguazú National Park and surrounded by the picturesque colours of the Misiones jungle, was honoured in the annual World Travel Awards, which highlights outstanding tourism, airline, hotel and hospitality offerings worldwide.

As elite footballers approach the end of their careers, they often look for investment opportunities. With their large salaries, a world of possibilities opens up, and for ex-Manchester City and Spain midfielder, David Silva, the choice was to invest close to home. He has ventured into the hospitality industry with a luxury resort in his hometown of Arguineguín, in Gran Canaria.