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This is an aerial view of Sol Roatán Media Luna Resort, Honduras, opening December 2025. Photo courtesy of Meliá Hotels International.

Meliá opening property on Roatán

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Meliá Hotels International will make its debut in Honduras this December with the opening of its first property on the island of Roatán, one of the Caribbean's lesser-known treasures. The new Sol Roatán Media Luna Resort – currently operating as Media Luna…
This image is an aerial view of The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph Collection. Photo courtesy of Marriott International.

Marriott’s Autograph Collection debuts in the Maldives

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The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph Collection has opened, marking the Marriott brand's debut in the South Asia archipelagic country. The property is set in Gaafu Alifu Atoll, about 90 minutes by seaplane from Malé, the country's capital city. It is located…
This is an image of an infinity pool at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, Thailand. Photo courtesy of Four Seasons.

50 Best names Four Seasons Most Admired Hotel Group

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Four Seasons has been named the "Most Admired Hotel Group" and earned the most property rankings of any hospitality brand in the 2025 edition of The World's 50 Best Hotels. The Canadian luxury hospitality company received the Ferrari Trento Most Admired Hotel…
This image shows yamabushi training at Dewsanzan Shrine in Yamagate Prefecture, Japan. Photo courtesy of JNTO.

Japan ranks first on 2025 Condé Nast Traveler top countries list

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The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) is pleased to announce Japan’s recent selection for a pair of prestigious accolades, recognizing the country’s exceptional tourism offerings. For the third consecutive year, Japan has been ranked first by Condé Nast Traveler in their 2025…
This is a photo of the exterior of the building that will house The Hoxton, Madrid, opening 2026. Photo courtesy of Ennismore.

Ennismore grows presence in Spain

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Lifestyle hospitality company Ennismore today announced the signing of The Hoxton, Madrid, the brand's first hotel in the city and second destination in Spain. It joins The Hoxton, Poblenou, which debuted in Barcelona in 2022. Set to open in 2026, the hotel…

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This is a stock photo of a beach in the Dominican Republic showing the ocean and shadows of palm trees. Photo by valio84sl | Canva.

Meliá and Grupo Puntacana announce Bergantín Beach project

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Meliá Hotels International and Grupo Puntacana are developing a new property on Punta Bergantín, a new tourism hub in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. The Spanish hospitality company reports that Meliá Bergantín Beach represents a new example of public-private collaboration focused on sustainable…
This image is a rendering of Andaz Hong Kong Central, which will be part of the Central Crossing development. Opening 2027. Rendering courtesy of Hyatt Hotel Corporation.

Hyatt bringing Andaz brand to Hong Kong

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Hyatt Hotel Corporation today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Wing Tai Properties Limited and CSI Properties Limited for the first Andaz branded hotel in Hong Kong. Expected to open in 2027, this new-build hotel will…
This image is a rendering of the front exterior of Kimpton Salzburg, which is expected to open in mid-2028. Rendering courtesy of IHG Hotels & Resorts.

IHG’s Kimpton portfolio expanding into Austria

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Kimpton Salzburg is expected to open in mid-2028, marking the IHG brand's entry into the Austrian market. IHG Hotels & Resorts announced the signing in partnership with tristar Austria GmbH on October 23, 2025. The Salzburg property adds to Kimpton's portfolio of…
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MICE industry optimism hits five-year high: AMEX GBT report

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Optimism among MICE industry professionals has reached its highest level in five years, according to the 15th Annual Global Meetings & Events Forecast by American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT). The report, which was released October 6, 2025, reveals that artificial…