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Turkish Airlines Once Again Named Best in Europe

Turkish Airlines has yet again landed in the top spot, taking home the Best Airline in Europe title at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards — marking the 10th time the carrier has earned the prestigious distinction. Often dubbed the “Oscars of the aviation industry,” the Skytrax Awards are based on feedback from millions of passengers worldwide. The 2025 […]

Viva Resorts by Wyndham Makes Green History

Two all-inclusive resorts in Playa del Carmen just went from sun-and-fun staples to sustainability standouts. Viva Maya by Wyndham and Viva Azteca by Wyndham have officially achieved Level 5 Expert status, the highest tier in the Wyndham Green Certification Program. That makes them the first all-inclusive resorts in the entire Wyndham Hotels & Resorts portfolio to reach […]

Inside the $80 Million Renovation at Marriott Autograph Collection’s Newest Hotel

Grab your beach towel, because La Concha Resort on San Juan, Puerto Rico’s beachfront, has completed their $80.2 million renovation. The property-wide renovation ushers in a new era for the resort as part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of more than 30 hotel brands. It’s an exciting endeavor for the resort, becoming the first Autograph Collection Hotel […]

IHG’s Voco Opens 100 Hotels in Seven Years

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is celebrating the significant milestone of 100 open hotels for its voco brand within just seven years. Launched in 2018, voco has become the fastest growing brand within IHG’s Premium collection, having achieved record development activity levels across openings and signings in 2024, with properties in over 25 countries and further […]

Marriott Adds Rain Protection for Vacation Rentals

Marriott International has teamed up with WeatherPromise, with the aim of providing guests with guaranteed weather protection against rain. When guests book a trip on Homes and Villas by Marriott Bonvoy, they are offered a chance to add a WeatherPromise, which pays travelers if there is excessive rainfall. This offering gives people the confidence to […]

Marriott International Expands Its Footprint in South Asia

Autograph Collection Hotels has made its debut in South Asia with the opening of The Soaltee Kathmandu, Autograph Collection in Nepal. This marks Marriott Bonvoy’s 19th brand in the South Asia region, which includes India, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Located in the heart of the city, the hotel boasts 285 rooms, including suites, […]

IHG Plans for a Fifth InterContinental in the UK and Ireland

Exciting things are brewing for IHG Hotels & Resorts, which just announced Intercontinental Manchester – Deansgate will become the InterContinental brand’s fifth property in the UK and Ireland. Set to undergo a full rebrand while remaining open to guests, the 264-room hotel, which is owned by Blue Manchester Hotel Limited, will unveil its new look by […]

New in Cruise: Executives Moves, Colombia River Cruises, Foodie Perks

High-level executive appointments topped cruise industry news this past week. Most notably, John Lovell, president, Travel Leaders Network — a division of Internova Travel Group — will leave his post at month’s end. In a letter to members shared with Travel Agent Central, Lovell said that he’ll join Virgin Voyages in an “exciting new leadership […]