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This image shows a crowded show floor at IBTM World 2024. Photo courtesy of IBTM World.

IBTM World grows global presence with new exhibitors

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IBTM World, a leading international trade show for the meetings and events industry, is welcoming a new wave of exhibitors from across the globe for its 2025 edition. Returning to its iconic home at Fira de Barcelona from November 18 to 20,…
This image shows the Penthouse suite bedroom of the Waldorf Astoria Helsinki. Photo © 2025 Hilton.

First Waldorf Astoria hotel announced for The Nordics

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Hilton has signed a management agreement with M&L Group for The Hotel Maria in Helsinki, which will be rebranded as Waldorf Astoria Helsinki. The first hotel to operate under the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand in Finland, the 116-room property is…
This image is a rendering of Hatai, the mixed-use development that will house Six Senses Bangkok, opening 2028. Rendering courtesy of IHG Hotels & Resorts.

Six Senses signs landmark hotel in Bangkok

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Six Senses has signed a hotel management agreement with Narai Hospitality Group to introduce Six Senses Bangkok as part of Hatai, a mixed-use development on the site of the iconic Narai Hotel in the heart of the city's Silom district. First opened…
This is an image of the spa view of The Rockies at Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection. Photo courtesy of Accor SA.

Rimrock Banff joining Accor’s Emblems Collection

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Accor has announced that The Rimrock Resort Hotel in Banff will be the first property in North America to join its new luxury collection brand, Emblems Collection. Owned by Oxford Properties Group and a capital partner, the resort will undergo a transformative…
This is an aerial photo of the water, beach and Paradisus Fuerteventura in the Canary Island. Photo courtesy of Meliá Hotels International.

Meliá opens new all-inclusive in Canary Islands

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A new, wellness-focused Paradisus by Meliá all-inclusive luxury resort has opened on Fuerteventura, the second largest of Spain's Canary Islands and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Inspired by the island's unique landscape, Paradisus Fuerteventura introduces a new concept – "Wellness. Designed by Destination."…

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This image is a rendering of voco Montreal, which is expected to open in 2027. Rendering courtesy of IHG Hotels & Resorts.

IHG’s voco brand entering Canadian market

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voco hotels, a premium brand in IHG Hotels & Resorts' global portfolio, today marked its entry into the burgeoning Canadian market with its first three regional signings. The new hotels are located in Montreal, Toronto and Niagara Falls. Scott Duff, vice-president of…
Sun destinations added to Porter Airlines service roster. This is a stock photo of Tamarindo Beach, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Photo by Caroline Brundle Bugge | Canva.

Porter announces service to Mexico, Costa Rica & the Caribbean

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Porter Airlines is announcing its first flights to sun destinations in Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica this winter. Travelers can choose from five destinations and 13 routes originating from Toronto Pearson International Airport, Ottawa International Airport and John C. Munro Hamilton…
This is an image of part of the exterior of The Hoxton, Edinburgh, which opened in June 2025. Photo courtesy of Ennismore.

The Hoxton, Edinburgh opens in Haymarket

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The Hoxton brand today makes its debut in Scotland with the opening of The Hoxton, Edinburgh. Located in the city's West End, the 214-key property is set within 11 transformed, Georgian-inspired terraced townhouses split across both sides of historic Grosvenor Street. The…
This is an image of the beach and exterior of Royalton Vessence Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only, opening summer 2026. Photo courtesy of Blue Diamond Resorts.

Royalton Resorts launching new all-inclusive brand

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Royalton Luxury Resorts has launched Royalton Vessence, a new adults-oriented brand that reimagines the all-inclusive experience. Royalton Vessence Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only will be the first property to bring the new brand vision to life. It will…