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This image shows the exterior of Lilac Square, the mixed-use towers in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan, that is home to InterContinental Sapporo (opened October 2025). Photo courtesy of IHG Hotels & Resorts.

InterContinental property opens on Hokkaido

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IHG Hotels & Resorts' InterContinental brand debuted today on Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, with the opening of InterContinental Sapporo. Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, is renowned as a world-class winter resort destination with scenic ski slopes, a distinct culinary scene, and as…
This is an image of David Kries (center, front), Senior Hosted Relationship Manager, IMEX, with first time attendees at previous edition of the show. Photo courtesy of IMEX Exhibitions.

IMEX America expands welcome events for first-time attendees

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IMEX has expanded its welcome events for first timers at IMEX America, taking place next week (October 7-9) at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada. Having trialed a series of "meet and greets" and facilitated show tours for first timers at both…
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Four Seasons announces plans for resort and residences in Colorado

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Four Seasons, together with collaborators and developers Fort Partners and real estate development firm Merrimac Ventures, announce the upcoming Four Seasons Resort and Residences Telluride. The project will feature 52 guestrooms, along with 43 Hotel Residences and 26 Private Residences. Surrounded by the San Juan…
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Cvent and BeCause integrating hotel and venue sustainability data

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Cvent and BeCause, the sustainability data hub for the travel and tourism industry, have announced an integration to enhance how hotels present sustainability information on the Cvent Supplier Network (CSN), one of the world's largest venue-sourcing platforms. The integration meets the growing…
This image shows a woman walking through the Writers Room Bar in the Park Hyatt Toronto. Photo courtesy of Hyatt Hotels Corporation.

Park Hyatt brand shares global expansion plans

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Hyatt Hotels Corporation is celebrating the 45th anniversary of its Park Hyatt brand with a global marking campaign and growth across Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, and the Americas. The new advertising campaign – the first global campaign for the brand in more…

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This is a group shot of winners at North America's 50 Best Restaurants Awards 2025, held September 16, 2025 in Las Vegas. Photo courtesy of 50 Best.

NYC’s Atomix tops North America’s 50 Best Restaurants list

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Atomix, a New York City eatery known for its 12-course tasting menu and storytelling rooted in Korean tradition, has been named the Best Restaurant in North America 2025. Gastronomic leaders gathered Friday evening in Las Vegas, Nevada, to celebrate the unveiling of…
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American Airlines and Porter Airlines form new partnership

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American Airlines and Porter Airlines are teaming up on a new codeshare partnership that will enhance travel between the United States and Canada. Toronto-based Porter will place its code on select American transborder and domestic flights, giving passengers seamless access to more…
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IACC launches new website with AI-driven venue finder

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IACC, the global association representing business event venue operators, has launched its brand-new website, featuring an AI-driven venue finder. This innovative tool provides meeting professionals with a faster, smarter and more accurate way to source venues worldwide, while retaining a traditional search function…
This is an image of guestroom in the Majestic Palace Sorrento (Italy), which will join Hilton's Curio Collection portfolio in 2027 following a renovation. Photo © 2025 Hilton.

Hilton grows Curio Collection’s Italy portfolio

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Hilton today announced three signings in Italy, all under the Curio Collection by Hilton brand. The new properties are located in Genova (Genoa), Sorrento and Milan in Northwest Italy. "We are thrilled to expand our presence in Italy with three new Curio…