by Mia Taylor on April 21, 2023 Last updated: 4:00 PM ET, Fri April 21, 2023 The budget airline Wizz Air is testing a first-of-its-kind subscription plan in the form of the new WIZZ Multi-Pass.The airline is launching the subscription model in Europe for passengers on domestic routes in Italy and international routes to and from Poland, as part of its … [Read more...]
Archives for 21/04/2023
Bali Is Considering a Tourism Tax
by Mia Taylor on April 21, 2023 Last updated: 3:50 PM ET, Fri April 21, 2023 On the heels of a string of incidents involving badly behaved tourists, Indonesia is floating the idea of imposing a tax for tourists.The country's Tourism and Creative Economy Minister, Sandiaga Uno, said this week that the possibility of such a tax is currently under … [Read more...]
18 Story Graduate Austin, TX Hotel to Open in 2025
The property, located at Guadalupe Street and West 18th Street, is situated in the heart of downtown, just steps from the University of Texas campus and Texas Capitol Mall. Upon completion, the 18-story hotel is expected to open in 2025. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
STR Reports Hotel Construction Down Across All World Regions
Each of the four world regions showed a year-over-year decline in hotel construction activity, with Asia Pacific coming closest to its 2022 comparable, according to March 2023 pipeline data from STR. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Courtyard by Marriott Houston NASA/Clear Lake, TX Completes Revitalization Project
The 124-room hotel located at 18100 Saturn Lane is pleased to unveil its new look after completing refreshing updates to the furniture and finishes throughout the guestrooms, public spaces and meeting rooms. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Hawaii To Require Advanced Reservations at Maui’s ‘Īao Valley State Monument
In keeping with Maui’s community-based Destination Action Management Plan, authorities will soon require out-of-state residents to make advanced reservations to enter the island’s iconic ‘Īao Valley State Monument. Appeared first on: travelpulse.com … [Read more...]
STR Reports Seasonal Momentum Shifting in U.S. Hotel Performance
The top hotel markets in this STR U.S. update show a seasonal momentum shift from traditional winter/spring break hotspots to a broader range of destinations with increasingly travel-friendly climates. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Cosimo Lardo Named Resort Manager for the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
Lardo’s most recent appointment was leading the food and beverage operation for the past six years at Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya as Director of Food & Beverage. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
U.S. Hotels Report 65.3% Occupancy for March 2023 – Down 4.0% from 2019
However Revenue per available room (RevPAR) was up 14.4% from 2019 at US$103.35 Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Visit Florida Shares Sargassum Resources for Tourism Industry
by Donald Wood on April 21, 2023 Last updated: 11:55 AM ET, Fri April 21, 2023 Florida’s official tourism marketing corporation is providing sargassum-related resources for the travel industry ahead of the predicted massive influx of the stinky seaweed.Officials from Visit Florida said that while sargassum helps with shoreline stability and provides a … [Read more...]
Airline, Hotel Leaders Tell Travel Advisors Sustainability Will Be a Collaborative Effort
by Harvey Chipkin on April 21, 2023 Last updated: 11:30 AM ET, Fri April 21, 2023 Leaders in sustainability and ESG (environment, social, governance) from several airlines and a hotel company addressed an Earth Day event conducted by Internova, the travel advisor network, at the company’s New York headquarters about how the industry as a whole needs … [Read more...]
HB Exclusive: Unlocking the potential of affordable luxury in alternative lodging
By Anthony Smith Alternative accommodations and affordable luxury are two concepts that continue to gain momentum in the hospitality industry. Travelers today are looking for unique experiences, flexibility and high-quality amenities without breaking the bank. It may be no surprise then that the alternative lodging landscape is becoming more crowded. It can encompass anything from traditional … [Read more...]
Hawaii Tourism Authority Fighting Bills to Defund Organization
by Donald Wood on April 21, 2023 Last updated: 10:10 AM ET, Fri April 21, 2023 The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) is fighting against a pair of bills that would remove the current leadership group and fold the organization into the state government. Hawaii’s State Senate and House are considering two proposals, SB1522 and HB1375, that would repeal the … [Read more...]
Two U.S. SureStay Plus hotels debut
BWH Hotel Group‘s SureStay Hotel Group has opened new SureStay Plus properties in Tennessee and New Mexico. The SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Sevierville in Sevierville, TN, which recently completed a half-million-dollar renovation, has 80 guestrooms with flat-screen televisions, microwaves and mini-fridges. The hotel also offers daily complimentary breakfast, free wireless internet … [Read more...]
LivAway Suites breaks ground in West Jordan, UT
LivAway Suites, an economy extended-stay hotel brand, broke ground on its newest location in West Jordan, UT. West Jordan will be one of multiple groundbreakings taking place across the country in the coming months. With proximity to downtown Salt Lake City, Salt Lake International Airport, Kennecott Copper Mine and more, the LivAway Suites-West Jordan is expected to attract guests who are seeking … [Read more...]
Waterford promotes Chiappa
Hospitality management company Waterford Hotel Group has promoted Chris Chiappa to VP, acquisitions and business development – East. In this role, he will seek new business for the company, including management and investment opportunities, with a concentrated effort in the Eastern region of the U.S. His hospitality career with Waterford began in 2012 as operations manager of the Courtyard … [Read more...]
KSL Resorts Announces New Sustainability Program: ‘On Purpose’
IRVINE, California—KSL Resorts announced it has launched a new sustainability program, “On Purpose,” to be rolled out among its portfolio of 11 hotels and resorts, among them Camelback Resort in the Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania; Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, California; Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego, California; Silverado Resort and Spa in Napa, California; and Sheraton San Diego Hotel … [Read more...]
Mexican hotel group to triple up in Los Cabos
Marking the chain’s third site in the western Mexican municipality, Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos will open in late 2023. Boutique sanctuary Adults only, the boutique hotel will be a relaxing sanctuary, and guests will have access to sister property Grand Velas Los Cabos’ five gourmet dinner restaurants led by top chefs and four bars with no additional charge. The beachfront Grand Velas … [Read more...]
27 Best Things to Do at The Grand Canyon in 2023
There are so many things to do in the Grand Canyon, it can take days to see it all. It’s no wonder seeing the Grand Canyon is at the top of many people’s bucket lists, but it can be overwhelming to decide where to start. Never fear, we are here to help. We’ve rounded up the best ways to experience the Grand Canyon from the best hiking trails to the best viewpoints. So are you ready to see this … [Read more...]
STR: U.S. hotel results for week ending April 15
U.S. hotel performance increased from the previous week, and year-over-year comparisons reflected the positive side of the Easter calendar shift, according to STR‘s latest data through April 15. April 9-15 (percentage change from comparable week in 2022): Occupancy: 64.2% (+3.7%) ADR: $155.33 (+4.7%) RevPAR: $99.67 (+8.6%) Among the top 25 markets, Minneapolis saw the highest year-over-year (YOY) … [Read more...]
American Airlines Employee Killed in Accident at Texas Airport
by Donald Wood on April 21, 2023 Last updated: 8:40 AM ET, Fri April 21, 2023 An American Airlines employee was killed in an accident on Thursday when a ground service vehicle struck a jet bridge at a Texas airport.According to ABCNews.com, Austin Police Department Corporal Destiny Silva revealed that an unnamed American employee was involved in an … [Read more...]
Graduate Hotels to launch in Austin 2025
US: Real estate investment manager Adventurous Journeys (AJ) Capital Partners has acquired a plot of land in Austin which will encompass a new-build property part of Graduate Hotels. Graduate Austin, located at Guadalupe Street and West 18th Street, is expected to open in 2025. The 18-storey hotel will feature a ground floor cafe and lobby bar, fitness centre, meeting and event space, and a … [Read more...]
Miran International gets green light for London hotel
Designed by ReardonSmith Architects, the new building in Ealing, in the west of the UK capital will occupy a vacant site which once accommodated the 1960s-constructed Dawley House. Hotel outline The hotel will include 170 guestrooms and suites, a street level restaurant, gym, meeting rooms and staff relaxation facility. Miran is considering options to operate either under its own brand or under an … [Read more...]
15 Best Things To Do in Larnaca, Cyprus in 2023
There are so many amazing things to do in Larnaca, the lively and beautiful beach-front city on the south coast of Cyprus. Larnaca boasts golden sand beaches, interesting history, and an excellent location for exploring the rest of Cyprus. Table of Contents I’ve spent around 4 months living in Cyprus as a digital nomad, and I loved exploring the different cities and villages this small island … [Read more...]
Hyatt Regency Mexico City Insurgentes Announces Official Opening
Located across from the World Trade Center and Convention Center and Pepsi Center WTC, the modern 201-room hotel is conveniently located on the iconic Insurgentes Sur avenue, offering guests the perfect combination of contemporary and functional accommodations Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the official opening of Hyatt Regency Mexico City Insurgentes, offering domestic and … [Read more...]
Saudi superprojects spearhead Middle Eastern hotel development
Currently there are records of 556 projects in the region overall within the database, a rise of 4% from our analysis a year ago, when we noted 534 developments. Massive investment In terms of keys, the annual increase is even greater, at 6%, from a pipeline of 148,555 rooms in 2022 to 156,998 today. Overall, premium Middle Eastern hotel projects collectively represent at least US$30.2 billion … [Read more...]
TOJOY CEO Ge Jun – “Clean Air Revolution” for Hotel Industry
China’s largest business acceleration platform announced plans for its new Oxygen-negetiveBar Hotel business during the China Hotel Green Development Forum. Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Eating at Japanese Restaurants: What you Need to Know
When you visit Japanese restaurants, you should know that you will be warmly greeted with a loud “Irashaimase” when you enter. Many restaurants are housed in traditional buildings and look a bit old-fashioned from the outside, but inside you’ll find many Western-style establishments. Of course, there are still the classic Japanese restaurants with tatami mats and low dining tables. If you want … [Read more...]
Courtyard by Marriott Houston NASA/Clear Lake Completes an Extensive Revitalization Project
LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, proudly announces a fresh chapter in the life of the Courtyard by Marriott Houston NASA/Clear Lake. Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
New World-Class Magic Theatre Show Unveiled in Koh Samui, Thailand
Illusions Koh Samui takes place six nights a week in a purpose-built 71-seat theatre at Outrigger Koh Samui Beach Resort Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]