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The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today unveiled its latest Economic Impact Research (EIR), revealing that China is powering ahead as one of the world’s most dynamic Travel & Tourism markets, marking a significant comeback and long-term growth trajectory.
In 2025, China’s Travel & Tourism sector is forecast to contribute a record ¥13.7TN to the national economy, the highest level ever and 10.3% above pre-pandemic, and support more than 83MN jobs, with an additional 1.3MN jobs created this year alone.
at Tue, 13 May 2025 05:06:09 +0000
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The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia 2025 is officially underway at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, taking place from 11-13 May.
Under the theme “Where Vision Shapes Opportunity,” FHS Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom’s most influential hospitality investment conference, brings together hospitality leaders, investors and decision-makers to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in the Kingdom and the key market trends driving the sector.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 12:12:35 +0000
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Travel is a gateway to discovery, with memories that stretch on long after a journey is over. Each location has its rhythm, flavor, and charisma that await discovery. From cultural explorations to authentic, memorable meals, the correct experiences can turn a basic trip into a full-fledged adventure. Visitors can coax the incredible from the ordinary by being mindfully aware and receptive to awe. These five do-not-miss experiences have the potential to add depth and meaning to your next travel plans.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 11:42:47 +0000
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Experience a seamless crypto-powered journey — from flights and visas to local purchases in Bhutan. Bhutan is setting a new global standard in travel by becoming the first nation to implement a national-level crypto payment for tourism. This groundbreaking innovation allows travellers with Binance accounts to enjoy a completely cashless journey through Bhutan. Developed in partnership with Binance Pay and Bhutan’s fully digital DK Bank, the system offers a seamless, secure, and flexible end-to-end crypto payment experience. More than 100 merchants across the country, even those in remote areas, are now working with Binance Pay and DK Bank, enabling everything from booking flights to buying fresh fruit from roadside vendors to be paid for digitally, ensuring a seamless experience.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 10:11:19 +0000
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La Colonna, the restaurant of Hotel Le Fontanelle 5*, led by Chef Francesco Ferrettini, provides traditional Italian cuisine using high-quality, local ingredients. The dining room, overlooking the breathtaking Tuscan hills, is distinguished by an ancient column that gives the restaurant its name and enhances the ambiance with its distinctive charm. It represents a seamless combination of historical significance, artistic elements, and natural beauty.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 10:08:42 +0000
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L’Occitane en Provence and Highgate Portugal have joined forces to elevate the standard of sustainable luxury in hospitality, answering the rising demand from discerning travellers for environmentally responsible experiences.. A strategic collaboration brings eco-conscious innovation to top Portuguese resorts
at Mon, 12 May 2025 09:58:29 +0000
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IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has announced the signing of three new hotels in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at Future Hospitality Summit Riyadh 2025. In partnership with Ashaad, a leading Saudi real estate developer, the trio of hotels, Hotel Indigo Jeddah Gate, InterContinental Al Khobar Al Hamra, and voco Al Khobar Al Andalus, further cement IHG’s commitment to the Kingdom’s tourism ambitions and Saudi Vision 2030.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 09:58:07 +0000
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The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) in Riyadh is in full swing, with Day Two offering a wealth of insights into Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving hospitality landscape. Held at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, the summit is a key platform for industry leaders, investors, and innovators to discuss the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and its implications for the tourism and hospitality sectors.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 09:52:22 +0000
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Air Canada said that after a year of successful operation it has extended its agreement with The Landline Company to continue providing seamless, luxury motorcoach land-air connections between Toronto Pearson and the John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and the Region of Waterloo International Airport.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:36:13 +0000
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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the world leading hospitality group Accor, and Ardee Developments, the newest entrant into the UAE’s dynamic real estate landscape, have announced a strategic partnership to develop Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island and Fairmont Al Marjan Island hotel. Both projects will be set within the recently unveiled Ardee Al Marjan Island - a refined, all-in-one coastal community in Ras Al Khaimah, built in nature.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:34:32 +0000
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Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, has announced its “Approved OTA Aggregator” partnership with Atlas, a global travel tech company specializing in low-cost carriers’ (LCC) content distribution who will now be authorised to offer Ryanair’s low fare flights to their network of OTA partners, on the condition that they provide full price transparency of Ryanair products. This deal will also ensure that customers who book Ryanair flights through Atlas’s OTA partners have access to their myRyanair account without needing to complete Ryanair’s customer verification (which unauthorised OTA customers must continue to do) and will receive essential flight updates directly.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:32:35 +0000
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Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (8 May) announced its “Approved OTA Aggregator” partnership with Atlas, a global travel tech company specializing in low-cost carriers’ (LCC) content distribution who will now be authorised to offer Ryanair’s low fare flights to their network of OTA partners, on the condition that they provide full price transparency of Ryanair products. This deal will also ensure that customers who book Ryanair flights through Atlas’s OTA partners have access to their myRyanair account without needing to complete Ryanair’s customer verification (which unauthorised OTA customers must continue to do) and will receive essential flight updates directly.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:32:10 +0000
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The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group has signed agreements with Neste and World Energy to acquire Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)[1] and SAF certificates[2] respectively, supporting its decarbonisation journey while gaining further valuable insights into the pathways, standards, and certification systems in the renewable fuel landscape.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:28:14 +0000
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Delta Air Lines and Korean Air will strengthen their respective partnerships with WestJet through the purchase of minority equity stakes in the Canadian airline from Onex Partners, the upper middle market private equity platform of Onex, a Canadian investor and alternative asset manager. Affiliated funds and co-investors of the Onex Group intend to participate in the sale alongside Onex Partners. These investments build on each airline’s existing relationship with WestJet to provide further benefits to customers in North America, Europe, Asia and beyond.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:26:07 +0000
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Expedia® has announced Expedia® Trip Matching, a first-of-its-kind feature that allows travelers to seamlessly build an itinerary based on reels found on Instagram and then book directly on Expedia. Travelers can share any publicly available travel-related reel—whether from content creators they follow or trending posts—directly with Expedia and receive customized itineraries, destination ideas, and travel tips based on the video. Powered by AI, this new experience transforms inspiration into real-world travel plans, making it easier than ever to book travel directly from Instagram.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:23:57 +0000
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Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector saw a boost on the opening day of the Future Hospitality Summit, with more than 1,000 new hotel keys announced across several high-profile agreements.
Key signings on Sunday included new hotel developments in Jeddah, Madinah, and Qassim, underscoring sustained investor confidence in the Kingdom’s ambitious tourism expansion plans.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:21:46 +0000
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The Nobleman Fort Worth, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and the hotel’s chef-driven restaurant, Duchess, announces their opening in the Near Southside and Magnolia Avenue-area of Fort Worth. The hotel and restaurant are anchored by the historic façade of the original No. 5 Fire Station — a landmark building from 1911 that was home to many noble Fort Worth firefighters, and the inspiration behind the hotel name. Located at 503 Bryan Avenue, The Nobleman and Duchess will provide an unmatched blend of hospitality and dining in Fort Worth’s most eclectic and progressive district.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:21:37 +0000
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Tourism in Latin America is booming and Uber is helping travelers explore its top destinations with greater ease. In places like Cancún, Punta Cana, Cartagena, Jamaica, and Costa Rica, Uber makes it simple to move between airports, beaches, and must-see neighborhoods while discovering authentic local experiences.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:18:40 +0000
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This summer, Cap Maison, the renowned luxury resort & spa in Saint Lucia, invites UK travellers to indulge in the ultimate escape with bespoke experiences, world-class service, and breathtaking views. Set on the stunning northwest coast of the island, Cap Maison offers an exclusive, intimate getaway where guests can unwind in style, explore the lush island landscape, and experience true Caribbean luxury.
at Mon, 12 May 2025 05:18:31 +0000
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RX, a global leader in events and exhibitions and the team behind industry flagships such as inter airport Europe and The Airport Show, Dubai, has announced the launch of inter aviation Arabia, scheduled to take place in Riyadh in February 2026.
The event aims to become one of the leading platforms for the aviation industry in the Middle East, significantly contributing to advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and its transformation into a global aviation and logistics hub.
at Sun, 11 May 2025 14:41:13 +0000
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Tune in to the FHS Saudi Arabia live stream, broadcasting live from the Summit Stage starting at 3:00 PM (GMT+3) - only on the Future Hospitality Summit LinkedIn page.
Don’t miss the conversations shaping the future of hospitality!
#FutureHospitalitySummit #FHSSaudiArabia
at Sun, 11 May 2025 09:46:14 +0000
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Kerten Hospitality is taking Nakhati, its female-led, purpose-driven gelato brand, global. After a successful debut in Saudi Arabia, Nakhati is expanding via a social franchise model designed to empower women entrepreneurs and foster sustainable business ownership across borders.
at Sun, 11 May 2025 09:44:09 +0000
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flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced today the start of flights to Peshawar from 15 May 2025. Flights to Bacha Khan International Airport (PEW), also known as Peshawar Airport, will operate from Terminal 2, Dubai International (DXB).
at Sun, 11 May 2025 09:39:24 +0000
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Minor Hotels reveals an evolution of Oaks Hotels, Resorts & Suites, announcing a shift from serviced apartments to full-service hotel, resort and suites brand. A reinvigorated service focus, introduction of unique operating hallmarks and refreshed brand identity will create global resonance and distinction in a competitive market.
at Sun, 11 May 2025 05:49:08 +0000
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Step into a significant new chapter in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the world leading hospitality group Accor. Recognized among the most storied addresses in the world and celebrating the best of each destination, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts will embrace culture in all its forms with three new Saudi openings - Fairmont Red Sea opening end of 2025, Fairmont Ajdan Al Khobar in 2027 and Fairmont Rua Madinah in 2028. Aligned with the Kingdom’s Saudi Vision 2030, this signifies a new stronghold in the Kingdom and bolsters the brand’s record-breaking pipeline.
at Sun, 11 May 2025 05:41:19 +0000
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Set within the architectural marvel of The Link at One Za’abeel, Culinara Social Dining is set to open its doors in May 2025, cementing its place as a dynamic culinary destination in Dubai. A vibrant dining collective 100 metres above the ground, Culinara brings together a curated line-up of 12 homegrown concepts in one unforgettable setting. More than just a place to eat, Culinara is where people come together to connect over great food and meaningful conversation.
at Sun, 11 May 2025 05:36:01 +0000
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The specialist cruise line will offer brand new 7-night roundtrips from St John’s, Antigua in March 2027, in addition to a new 10-night departure from Oranjested, Aruba.
In efforts to vary the itineraries amongst the fleet of three authentic tall-ships, whilst utilising ideal wind conditions, tall-ship Star Clipper will complete her Central America sailings - incorporating an iconic Panama Canal transit - before spending the second half of the winter season in the Caribbean.
at Sun, 11 May 2025 05:27:46 +0000
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Viking® (www.viking.com) has announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the 82-guest Viking Thoth—was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set for delivery in October 2025, the Viking Thoth will join Viking’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships for the Nile River and will sail Viking’s popular 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.
at Sun, 11 May 2025 05:24:23 +0000
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Viking® (www.viking.com) has announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the 82-guest Viking Thoth—was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set for delivery in October 2025, the Viking Thoth will join Viking’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships for the Nile River and will sail Viking’s popular 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.
at Sun, 11 May 2025 05:24:01 +0000
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Visit Orlando, the Official Tourism Association® for Orlando, announced that the destination welcomed 75,333,800 visitors in 2024—an increase of 1.8% over 2023.
Domestic visitation grew by 1.4%, totaling 68,840,300 visitors in 2024. This increase was driven in part by a rise in day visits and overnight non-hotel stays. International visitation continued to recover at a faster pace, growing 5.9% from the previous year. In total, Orlando welcomed 6.5 million visitors from international markets in 2024.
at Sun, 11 May 2025 05:13:37 +0000
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Radisson Hotel Group, one of the world’s leading hotel groups, reaffirms its commitment to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East region as it prepares to participate in the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) this May in Riyadh. With a focus on shaping the future of the regional hospitality sector, the Group continues its ambitious growth, aligning closely with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
Currently, Radisson Hotel Group’s Middle East portfolio includes almost 100 hotels in operation and under development. The Group is on track to reach 150 hotels, resorts, and serviced apartments in the region by 2030, reinforcing its position as a leading hospitality provider.
at Sat, 10 May 2025 06:38:06 +0000
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The Emirates Group have released its 2024-25 Annual Report, achieving new record profit, EBITDA, revenue, and cash balance levels. This outstanding performance places the Emirates Group as the most profitable aviation group globally in the 2024-25 reporting period, with Emirates reporting the best result in its history to become the world’s most profitable airline.
Both Emirates and dnata contributed record revenues in 2024-25, as the Group expanded its operations around the world to meet voracious customer demand for its high-quality products and services.
at Sat, 10 May 2025 06:30:34 +0000
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Tomorrow, Riyadh will host the eagerly anticipated Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia at the prestigious Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah. This summit promises to be a pivotal event, offering industry leaders and enthusiasts alike a unique glimpse into the future of hospitality.
at Sat, 10 May 2025 05:57:22 +0000
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In the lead up to the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia taking place at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah in Riyadh next week, Knight Frank, the global real estate consultancy and knowledge partner of FHS Saudi Arabia, has released a study about the surging demand for branded residences in the Kingdom.
at Sat, 10 May 2025 05:55:49 +0000
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Meliá Hotels International continues to expand its Mediterranean portfolio with the addition of a new hotel in one of Italy’s most captivating coastal destinations. The company has announced the signing of the Hotel Corte Rosada, Affiliated by Meliá, a 4-star beachfront retreat set to open in summer 2025 in Alghero, on the island of Sardinia, located just 15 minutes from Alghero – Riviera del Corallo Airport. This strategic opening reinforces the Group’s ambition to offer authentic leisure experiences in unique locations, while expanding its presence in Italy—from 8 operating hotels to a projected 15 properties by 2027.
at Sat, 10 May 2025 05:46:26 +0000
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New hotel in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt will introduce travelers to Argentina’s wine region, set alongside vineyards with remarkable views of the Andes Mountains
at Sat, 10 May 2025 05:43:06 +0000
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Kimpton, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, opens Kimpton Main Frankfurt, the brand’s first hotel in Germany and a vibrant new addition to Kimpton’s growing global portfolio. Located in the heart of Frankfurt’s financial district, within the iconic new FOUR Frankfurt development, Kimpton Main Frankfurt seamlessly blends the brand’s bold, design-forward identity with the dynamic energy, rich history, and culture of one of Germany’s most cosmopolitan cities.
at Sat, 10 May 2025 05:39:49 +0000
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Waldorf Astoria New York unveiled today ahead of its opening new team member wardrobes designed by NO Uniform, the specialist design studio led by acclaimed British couture designer Nicholas Oakwell. The partnership marks NO Uniform’s first venture with a New York City hotel.
at Sat, 10 May 2025 05:36:22 +0000
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The Radical Hotel, a boutique hotel and living art installation in Asheville’s River Arts District, has joined Tapestry Collection by Hilton. The Radical Asheville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton becomes part of Tapestry Collection by Hilton, a collection of nearly 160 independent hotels, each offering an original, vibrant personality, where unique stories come to life and offer authentic experiences in off-the-beaten-path locations.
at Sat, 10 May 2025 05:32:38 +0000
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Global leaders will gather in Mallorca to discuss the future of tourism and the influence of emerging markets.
Travelgate, part of the Travelsoft group, is hosting the fifth edition of ConX, an exclusive event that will bring together more than 1,000 professionals from the tourism industry on 21 May at the Son Moix Football Stadium in Mallorca.
at Sat, 10 May 2025 05:23:41 +0000
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