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This image is an aerial view of Axi Plaza, a multipurpose convention center that opened in Cam Ranh, Vietnam on April 25, 2024. Image courtesy of The Anam Group.

Vietnam’s Cam Ranh Peninsula welcomes convention centre

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Axi Plaza, a multipurpose convention center, has opened on a beachfront location overlooking Long Beach on Vietnam's Cam Ranh Peninsula. The largest multipurpose convention center in the region, Axi Plaza is The Anam Group's third major development, following the launch of two…
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 &…
This is an image of the beach in Coral Cove Park , The Palm Beaches, Florida. Photo by Captain Kimo.

The Palm Beaches experiencing hotel development boom

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The Palm Beaches, which comprises 47 miles of coastline in southern Florida, is experiencing a boom in hotel development and renovation, with a total combined investment of more than $500 million USD across a dozen hotels over the past few months alone.…
This is an image of large numbers of attendees on the show floor at IMEX Frankfurt. Photo courtesy of IMEX Group.

IMEX Frankfurt numbers tracking ahead of 2023

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IMEX Group reports that buyer, exhibitor and meeting numbers for IMEX Frankfurt 2024 are currently tracking ahead of 2023, reflecting the business momentum and confidence in the global meetings and events industry. Taking place May 14-16 at Messe Frankfurt, the show will…

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First TOOR Hotel opening in Toronto

The first lifestyle hotel and private residences from Canadian hotelier Sukhdev Toor is expected to open this year in downtown Toronto's east end. TOOR Hotel will offer 232 guestrooms and suites as well as 181 premium residential units.  Located on Jarvis Street,…
April 24, 2024
This is an image of part of the Modern Elder Academy (MEA) campus in Santa Fe, New Mexico, which opened in April 2024. Photo is courtesy of MEA.

Santa Fe welcomes midlife wisdom school for adults

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Modern Elder Academy (MEA), a midlife wisdom school, has opened a second campus in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Launched in 2018 in Baja California Sur, Mexico by Chip Conley, the MEA program and curriculum center around navigating transitions, cultivating purpose and owning…
This is an image of the lobby at Six Senses Kyoto, which opened in April 2024. Photo courtesy of Six Senses.

Six Senses brand arrives in Japan

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Six Senses Kyoto opened this week, marking the brand’s entry into Japan. Conveniently located among the iconic heritage shrines and palaces within the ancient capital, the urban property offers 81 guestrooms and suites, a Six Senses spa, onsite restaurants, and a bar.…
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Artificial intelligence the focus of new IRF studies

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The Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) has released two studies to help incentive professionals understand the capabilities, explore the possibilities, and find out how the industry is currently using artificial intelligence (AI). Providing an overview of how industry professionals are using AI, AI:…
This image is a rendering of the new pool experience at Hyatt Regency Irvine in Orange County, Southern California. Rendering courtesy of Hyatt Regency Irvine.

Hyatt Regency Irvine completes transformation

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Hyatt Regency Irvine, a landmark hotel in Orange County, Southern California, will debut the final phase of its $55 million property-wide renovation in June. A new pool experience and signature restaurant, Warehouse 72 Restaurant & Bar, will complete the hotel's transformation following…