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This is an image of the Emerald Lounge in the Burton House Beverly Hills, which opened May 8, 2024. Photo courtesy of Azul Hospitality.

Burton House Beverly Hills opening next week

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Burton House Beverly Hills, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott opens on May 8, 2024. The hotel has 186 guest rooms; a dining and social concept called Emerald Lounge; 1,000 square feet of meeting space; a fitness center featuring state-of-the-art equipment; and…
This image shows the infinity pool proposed for Kimpton Teneriffe (Brisbane). Photo courtesy of IHG Hotels & Resorts.

IHG bringing Kimpton brand to Brisbane

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IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) will open its first ever managed luxury hotel in Brisbane, following the signing of an agreement with Kokoda Property to bring the Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants brand to the trendy suburb of Teneriffe in 2028. Announced today at…
This is an image of a Porter Airlines' 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft in the sky. Photo courtesy of Porter Airlines.

Porter inaugurates Montréal to Edmonton service

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Porter Airlines has added its second Western Canada destination from Montréal, today inaugurating service between Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG). The new route starts with daily roundtrip flights operated on the 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. Flight amenities include…
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IACC introduces Experiential Venues category

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IACC, the global association representing the top one percent of small to midsize conference and meeting venues, has launched its brand-new membership category, Experiential Venues, designed to cater to the growing demand for immersive and engaging event experiences. The Experiential Venues Membership…
This a rendering of the lobby of Hotel Indigo The Forestias Bangkok, which is expected to open in 2026. Rendering courtesy of IHG Hotels & Resorts.

Hotel Indigo to open in major Bangkok development

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IHG Hotels & Resorts continues to grow its Hotel Indigo brand in Thailand through an agreement with international property developer Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Limited (MQDC). The 274-room Hotel Indigo The Forestias Bangkok will open in 2026 at The Forestias, a new…

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This image is a rendering of the Kempinski Saigon River, which is expected to open in 2025/2026. Rendering courtesy of Kempinski Hotels.

Kempinski developing riverside resort in Vietnam

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Kempinski Hotels is venturing into Vietnam with a waterfront hideaway on the Saigon River that is expected to open in 2025/2026. Designed by architectural studio Kengo Kuma & Associates, Kempinski Saigon River will have 100 guestrooms and suites that blend heritage with…
This image is a rendering of the Ritz-Carlton Reserve planned for Trojena, NEOM, Saudi Arabia. Rendering courtesy of Marriott International.

Marriott signs to bring Ritz-Carlton Reserve to Trojena

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Marriott International, Inc. has signed an agreement with NEOM to open its second Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Saudi Arabia. Anticipated to open in Trojena, a year-round mountain destination located in the northwest region of the country, the property will feature 60 large one-…
Alesayi Holdings and Accor are partnering on the Abraj Omar Hotel & Residences Makkah – MGallery Collection, set to open in 2028. This is a rendering of the lobby. Rendering courtesy of Accor.

Accor inks deal for MGallery property in Makkah

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Accor is partnering with Alesayi Holding, a leader in the Saudi Arabian real estate market, on the opening of a new hotel and residences development located in the heart of the Holy City of Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Abraj Omar Hotel &…
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EIC forms strategic partnership with Oak View Group

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The Events Industry Council (EIC) has formed a strategic partnership with Oak View Group (OVG), the global leader in sustainable venue operations. The partnership – the largest of its kind in scale – will allow the Oak View Group convention center portfolio…