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Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos has unveiled a new experience designed for guests seeking to master Mexico’s most celebrated spirit. The three-day “Tequila Connoisseur Certification” program combines guided tastings, food and beverage pairings, and cultural exploration. The “Tequila Connoisseur Certification” unfolds over three sessions at the all-inclusive resort, each focusing on different aspects of tequila […]

Signaling Jalisco’s sustained economic growth and its emergence as Mexico’s investment hub, Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro has announced a $1 billion investment in new hotels aimed at strengthening the state’s tourism sector. Private investors will allocate more than $1 billion between 2025 and 2028, adding 4,578 rooms to the state’s hotel capacity. A total of […]

After the openings of César Lanzarote, Amagatay and Morvedra Nou in Menorca, Annua Signature Hotels has announced its latest chapter: Son Xotano, a Provençal-inspired estate retreat opening August 1 in rural Mallorca, Spain. Located in the inland village of Sencelles, the hotel marks Annua’s first property on the island and continues the brand’s commitment to […]

The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) escorted a group of more than 50 active member tour operators and associate members to Washington, D.C., June 3-4, 2025, to advocate for tourism industry issues impacting the industry, from passport and visa processing to adequate funding of Brand USA and the National Park Service, among other urgent […]

Baha Mar has officially revealed its five-day lineup of events and special guest appearances taking place at the fourth-annual The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival at Baha Mar on October 22-26. This year’s event will be hosted by renowned culinary talents including Marcus Samuelsson of Marcus at Baha Mar Fish + Chop House, Dario Cecchini […]

Celestyal has released the first official images of its enhanced cabin offering onboard Celestyal Discovery, following the ship’s second extensive winter refit in Athens earlier this year. The 1,360-guest ship returned to service in March 2025 to launch the line’s Mediterranean season and will head to the Arabian Gulf in December for its inaugural season […]

La Concha Resort in San Juan has joined Marriott International’s Autograph Collection, marking a new chapter for the beachfront property as La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, an Autograph Collection Hotel. This milestone coincides with the completion of a property-wide renovation, highlighted by the unveiling of the fully revamped Suite Tower, complete with 238 newly redesigned […]

JW Marriott has announced the opening of JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa, the brand’s first Mediterranean beach resort. Set in Marathi, near the town of Chania, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa spans over 100 acres of coastline. The resort houses 160 guestrooms, suites and villas, all offering views of the Aegean Sea, with […]

B Corp-certified small group adventure tour operator Explore Worldwide is charting new territory with the launch of its first-ever tours to Algeria, opening the door to one of North Africa’s most under-the-radar destinations. Offering “raw and inspired adventures,” each of the three new itineraries traverses a different route across the continent’s largest country, marked by […]

Intrepid Travel has launched two limited-edition “Active-ism” trips to U.S. national parks. Hosted by activists from across the nation, these new trips blend active adventure with activist-led discussions, connecting travelers around a shared mission of protecting the parks. The trips are in response to a series of executive actions that resulted in the dismissal of […]