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Launching a $250 million initiative, Celebrity Cruises is setting out to make its Solstice-class ships look new again, starting with Celebrity Solstice in 2026. A full revitalization of the ships will create eight new shipboard experiences, complete with four new-to-sea spaces, including restaurants. In addition, the Solstice-class vessels will receive some new stateroom categories, and […]

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the expansion of its voco hotels brand in Vietnam with the opening of voco Quang Binh Resort by IHG. The all-suite-and-villa resort marks the second voco property to open in Vietnam, alongside voco Ma Belle Danang by IHG which opened in 2023. Located in Dong Hoi, the capital city […]

Hyatt Hotels has announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with PT Lombok Torok Developments for Samara Lombok, debuting the Destination by Hyatt brand in Southeast Asia. The integrated development in south Lombok will join Hyatt’s portfolio of 15 properties in Indonesia, across seven brands including Alila, Andaz, Park Hyatt, Grand […]

Questex’s Travel Group, the leading provider of business information and events for the travel industry, today announces a strategic rebranding aimed at unifying its portfolio under a cohesive vision that reflects the evolving landscape of the global travel industry. The rebranding comes at a time when the travel industry is experiencing unprecedented growth. According to the World […]

Hotel Wren, a meticulously reimagined 1940s roadside motel, is now open in Twentynine Palms, CA, offering a design-driven stay at the gateway to Joshua Tree National Park’s north entrance. Designed by Jessica Pell, founder of Los Angeles-based Manola Studio, the 12-room hideaway is situated just 10 minutes from Joshua Tree National Park. Hotel Wren retains […]

Celestyal has marked the start of its summer season with a promotion featuring up to 60 percent savings across 87 sailings departing from June 2025 to March 2027. Applicable sailings in the Arabian Gulf include 19 departures of the seven-night “Desert Days” itinerary, sailing roundtrip from either Dubai or Doha, and 13 departures of the […]

Virgin Voyages is marking First Mate Appreciation Month with strategic investments in its sales organization to strengthen its partnership with travel advisors, or “First Mates.” The enhancements come as Virgin Voyages celebrates a sold-out “Ultimate First Mate Voyage” and as the trade channel delivers outsized year-over-year growth, demonstrating the significant impact of building the company […]

The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki on the island of O’ahu, has officially joined Hilton as the first Tapestry Collection property in Hawai‘i. Situated at the gateway to Waikiki, The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is operated by Highgate. The Ambassador, formerly Romer Waikiki at the Ambassador, offers magnificent views of the Pacific […]

Oceania Cruises has unveiled a selection of 2026 Specialty Cruises, offering enriching onboard programming led by renowned guest hosts and culinary experts paired with itineraries that explore captivating ports around the globe. On these specially selected voyages, guests can enjoy culinary demonstrations, hosted shore excursions and dinners, and the opportunity to celebrate the art of […]

European cruise-and-cycle tour operator Boat Bike Tours has opened a sales office in Fairfield, CT, to meet growing demand for active travel experiences among North Americans. The Amsterdam-based company offers over 70 itineraries across 15 countries and is known for its deeper, more active spin on exploring the continent by barge, motor yacht, sailing ship […]