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This image is an aerial view of The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico. Photo courtesy of The St. Regis Punta Mita.

The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort completes transformation

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The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort has completed a $45 million (USD)  property-wide transformation. Timed to mark its 15th anniversary, the resort's renovation spans all common areas and public spaces, the introduction of five beachfront villas, redesigned suites and guestrooms, enhancements to…
Rendering, Aerial view of Wynn Al Marjan Island, opening 2027. Image courtesy of Wynn Resorts, Limited.

Wynn shares updated images of Al Marjan Island property

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Wynn Resorts, Limited has released new images of its latest luxury resort, Wynn Al Marjan Island, which is currently under construction in Ras al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Wynn is developing the project in partnership with Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding.…

Google Xi CoLaboratory returns to IMEX Frankfurt

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The Google Experience Institute (Xi) team is returning to IMEX Frankfurt, and will be hosting a series of "design-thinking sprints" at the Google Xi CoLaboratory during the show. Planners are invited to put theory into practice by sharing details of an upcoming…
The Jeddah EDITION opened on May 2, 2024. This is a photo of the hotel's exterior at night. Photo courtesy of Marriott International

EDITION Hotels brand debuts in Jeddah

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The Jeddah EDITION opened on May 2nd, marking the brand's debut in the Saudi Arabian port city. Located on the Jeddah Corniche, a 30-kilometer coastal resort area along the Red Sea, the urban resort is steps from the Jeddah Art Promenade and…
The Venetian Resort's $1.5 billion reinvestment project includes the renovation of 4,000 guestrooms suites (shown here). Photo courtesy of The Venetian Resort Las Vegas.

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas unveils major reno

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The Venetian Resort Las Vegas is marking its 25th anniversary with the unveiling of the largest and most expensive renovation in its history. A pioneer in the convention-hotel concept, the resort's $1.5 billion USD reinvestment project touches everything from a rebrand of…

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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…