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TurboJET Ferry Tickets from Hong Kong to Macau

Traveling between Hong Kong and Macau is easier than ever, thanks to efficient high-speed ferry services that connect these beautiful cities. TurboJET ferries complete the comfortable journey in just 55 minutes, offering daily departures to Macau’s Outer Harbour and Taipa terminals. Travelers enjoy a convenient alternative to flying, along with scenic views of the Pearl River Delta. TurboJET Ferry … [Read more...]

Travel leaders gather in Cancún for World Travel Awards Latin America Gala Ceremony 2025

Cancún is making its final preparations to host the World Travel Awards Latin America Gala Ceremony 2025 on 27 September. Travel and tourism leaders from across Central and South America are gathering in México’s tourism jewel to discover who has been voted the industry’s finest. The VIP reception at AVA Resort Cancún will mark the second stop on WTA’s Grand Tour 2025, following Tanzania, and … [Read more...]

21 Best Things to Do in Hamilton, Ontario (for 2025)

For us, a trip to Hamilton is like coming home. Dave’s dad was born and raised in Hamilton, and he spent much of his childhood visiting family in the city. We’ve seen “The Hammer” transform from the industrial “Steeltown” we knew as kids into the thriving, creative city it is today. Now, with friends living in the area, we visit often and are always discovering something new. Hamilton has … [Read more...]

Badlands Hotel Capital Adds Nine Blue Water Properties to Its Portfolio

ARLINGTON, Virginia—Badlands Hotel Capital announced that it has been appointed by Blue Water Development to provide asset management for nine hotels and outdoor hospitality properties across six East Coast drive-to resort markets, operated by three management companies. “We are excited to have Badlands Hotel Capital overseeing our owned assets and helping us and our operating partners drive … [Read more...]

Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Ybor Historic District changes hands

The Plasencia Group arranged the sale of the 96-room Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Ybor Historic District in Tampa, FL. Situated in the heart of Ybor City, the property is well positioned to benefit from the ongoing revitalization and expansion of Tampa’s most storied entertainment district, immediately adjacent to Downtown Tampa, according to the company. Since opening in 1999, it has capture demand … [Read more...]

dailypoint unveils major UI/UX redesign

dailypoint, a CDM/CRM and central data platform provider for the hospitality industry, has enhanced the user experience with a comprehensive redesign of its user interface (UI) and user experience (UX). This initiative will significantly enhance the way hoteliers interact with the platform, bringing greater usability and a sleek design that matches the system’s capabilities, according to the … [Read more...]

Aimbridge adds Wyndham Alltra resorts in D.R. to portfolio

Aimbridge Hospitality has assumed management of the Wyndham Alltra Punta Cana and Wyndham Alltra Samaná, two all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic. Both properties fall under Aimbridge’s newly launched All-Inclusive division, introduced in August. The Wyndham Alltra Punta Cana is owned by Advanced Asset Management (AAM), while the Wyndham Alltra Samaná is owned by Casa Marina Samaná … [Read more...]

Chatham Lodging Trust refinances, upsizes unsecured credit facility

Chatham Lodging Trust has entered into a new credit agreement that increases total capacity under a senior unsecured revolving loan from $260 million to $300 million and increases total capacity under its senior unsecured term loan from $140 million to $200 million. The newly enhanced $500 million credit facility can be increased up to $650 million through an accordion feature. The $500 million … [Read more...]

A Food Lover’s Guide to International Food in London

London, a city famed for its rich history and iconic sights, is also one of the world’s most exciting culinary capitals. Its food scene is a celebration of immigration, heritage, and innovation—a place where a Malaysian curry and a West African Jollof can be found within steps of each other, both cooked with the same passion as in their country of origin. Forget old clichés about bland British … [Read more...]

U.S. hotel results for week ending Sept. 20

The U.S. hotel industry reported negative year-over-year comparisons for the week ended Sept. 20, according to data from CoStar. September 14-20 (percentage change from comparable week in 2024): Occupancy: 68.1% (-1.1%) ADR: $168.98 (-0.3%) RevPAR: $115.12 (-1.4%) Among the top 25 markets, Houston saw the largest drop in occupancy (-12.3% to 60.5%) and the second-steepest decline in RevPAR (-20.1% … [Read more...]

Bain Capital buys Paris landmark

Investor Bain Capital has teamed up with two other investment partners, to buy a major Paris landmark, the Pullman Paris Montparnasse hotel. The property has 957 rooms, and stretches 32 storeys into the sky, ensuring a strong visible presence on the Paris skyline. Built in 1974, it has been in the ownership of European REIT Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield for many years. Investing with … [Read more...]

Hilton Expands in Milan with Cadorna Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

Cadorna Hotel Milan, Curio Collection by Hilton — Photo by Hilton Hilton (NYSE: HLT) will expand its Milan presence with the signing of Cadorna Hotel Milan, Curio Collection by Hilton, set to open in January 2028. The property, an iconic early 20th-century building on Piazzale Luigi Cadorna, will feature more than 120 rooms, a bar, restaurant and gym. Its location offers both cultural and business … [Read more...]

Hilton Signs Majestic Palace Sorrento, Curio Collection by Hilton

Majestic Palace Sorrento, Curio Collection by Hilton — Photo by Hilton Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has signed Majestic Palace Sorrento, Curio Collection by Hilton, set to open in spring 2027 after a full renovation. The 75-room hotel will feature private balconies, lush gardens with centuries-old olive and citrus trees, and leisure amenities including a swimming pool, gym, sauna, hammam and treatment … [Read more...]

Hilton to Debut in Genova with Grand Hotel Savoia, Curio Collection by Hilton

Grand Hotel Savoia, Curio Collection by Hilton — Photo by Hilton Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the signing of Grand Hotel Savoia Genova, Curio Collection by Hilton, marking Hilton's first property in the city. The historic 117-room hotel is scheduled to open in December 2025. Steeped in Belle Époque grandeur since 1897, Grand Hotel Savoia has hosted royal families, cultural figures and … [Read more...]

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal Debuts Final Phase of an Extensive, Multi‑Year Property‑Wide Transformation

The award-winning Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal will continue to redefine luxury with the culmination of a multi-year property-wide transformation with a grand reveal planned on October 1. The final phase of the renovation includes a complete redesign of all 112 guest rooms, suites, beachfront suites, presidential beachfront suite, casitas, and villas, as well as additional updates to the … [Read more...]

Ennismore signs its first hotel in Poland

Ennismore, the lifetyle division of Accor, has signed to launch its Hoxton brand in Poland. The property, the group’s first hotel in the country, will open in the city of Krakow, launching in the second half of 2027. The 115 room property will deliver a new vibe to the city centre at Dolnych Młynów 10. Reusing a historic city factory complex The historic former Imperial-Royal tobacco … [Read more...]

BWH Hotels GB expands with eight member additions

Reading Time: < 1 minute UK: BWH Hotels GB, the UK subsidiary of the BWH Hotel Group, has added eight heritage and boutique properties to its nationwide portfolio. The latest additions support BWH’s strategy to reach 20,000 rooms across the UK by 2029. New members include: The Brackenborough Hotel, Lincolnshire The Ashbourne Hotel, North Lincolnshire Clarence Gardens Hotel, … [Read more...]

LivAway Suites Surpasses 100,000 Room Nights in First Year

Few new hotel brands can claim the kind of debut LivAway Suites has enjoyed. In its first 12 months of operating hotels, the Salt Lake City–based economy extended stay brand has sold more than 100,000 room nights, a milestone that industry observers say underscores both pent-up demand in the extended stay segment and the brand’s ability to capture it. LivAway Suites opened its first property in … [Read more...]

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham to Open in Jim Corbett Kotabagh, India

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Jim Corbett Kotabagh — Photo by Wyndham In a significant development for Uttarakhand's hospitality landscape, Mr. Ashok Arora, Partner at Ashoka Leisure Valley LLP, today announced the upcoming launch of Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Jim Corbett Kotabagh, a 100-room upscale hotel expected to open in the third quarter of 2027. The property is being developed in collaboration with … [Read more...]

Meet the FIVB Men’s World stars’ biggest inspirations

Watch the international tournament wrap up hot this weekend – only on Cignal TV, which comes with your PLDT Home Fiber Unli All Plan 1399! Table of Contents Star athletes competing in the FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship often sacrifice a lot, particularly in terms of family life. They support their families mainly through demanding sports schedules that keep them far from their loved … [Read more...]

Ruby Hotels enters U.S. market

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the U.S. launch of Ruby Hotels, the company’s 20th global brand and its latest entry in the premium segment. Ruby is designed to appeal to style- and cost-conscious travelers in dense urban markets, while offering owners a flexible and space-efficient investment option. Originally founded in Germany in 2013, Ruby has grown to 34 open or pipeline hotels … [Read more...]

Regency Casino Thessaloniki Launches Europe’s First Gaming Piazza With Global Giants

Regency Casino Thessaloniki has unveiled The Piazza Project, a ground-breaking gaming and leisure complex that unites three of the world’s leading slot machine manufacturers, Aristocrat Gaming, IGT, and Light & Wonder, within a unique open-air venue. Featuring four state-of-the-art gaming halls, world-class dining, and live entertainment, The Piazza marks a first-of-its-kind destination in … [Read more...]

Pan Pacific Hotels Group Strengthens Presence in Southeast Asia

Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG), the hospitality arm of Singapore-based UOL Group Limited, continues to strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia as it announces the launch of PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Hanoi, marking the latest milestone in a steady pipeline of regional openings. Southeast Asia is a vibrant, opportunity-rich region with strong fundamentals supporting long-term growth in travel, … [Read more...]

Sumlang Lake Tour in Camalig, Albay

Have you seen mirror shots of Mayon Volcano? Most likely, they were taken at Sumlang Lake. It was once a simple lakeside spot where locals and tourists could relax and take photos, but now it has been developed into a cultural hub showcasing and selling local products. If you’re lucky, you might also witness a handicraft weaving or Pinangat cooking demonstration. Sumlang Lake by Seanaleta … [Read more...]

Hard Rock International Supports Breast Cancer Research With 26th Annual PINKTOBER Campaign

Hard Rock International is proud to announce its 26th annual PINKTOBER campaign in partnership with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit ahead of this Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As a global entertainment and hospitality brand guided by the principle “All is One,” Hard Rock is leveraging every touchpoint to support the cause throughout October, from a limited-edition retail collection to special menu … [Read more...]

YY Group Secures Five New Luxury Hotel Clients in Thailand

YY Group Holding Limited, a global leader in on-demand workforce solutions and integrated facility management (IFM), has announced that its subsidiary, YY Circle Thailand, has secured contracts with five leading hotel clients; Hyatt, Sheraton, and three properties under Chatrium Hotels & Residences. These signings significantly expand the subsidiary’s hospitality portfolio and reinforce YY … [Read more...]