IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement for voco Al Mouj Muscat, a 251-key beachfront resort set to open in Q4 2025. Alongside Golden Group Holding, the deal marks the first signing of the voco brand in the Sultanate of Oman, further expanding […] More
Accor has announced the appointment of Raki Phillips as Regional President for the Premium, Midscale & Economy (PME) division across the Middle East & Africa & Türkiye, effective November 2025. He succeeds Paul Stevens in leading one of Accor’s most strategically important regions. Phillips will oversee hotel operations performance across a network of over 250 […] More
Today, Marriott International has completed its acquisition of the innovative lifestyle brand citizenM. As Marriott focuses on further growing the company’s select-service portfolio globally, this transaction provides even more lodging offerings for guests and Marriott Bonvoy members in exciting destinations around the world. The current citizenM global portfolio includes 37 open hotels, comprising 8,789 rooms, […] More
TUI is making flying more digital than ever: passengers across Europe can now enjoy a modern, flexible, and easy-to-use entertainment experience onboard. With the new inflight platform, guests can watch movies, chat, and even start discovering and planning destinations activities already while in the air — all directly on their smartphone or tablet. After a […] More
On 21 July, Belgium celebrated its National Day. Serving as both ambassador and gateway to our country, Brussels Airport celebrates Belgian identity not just on 21 July, but throughout the entire year. Each day, the airport receives 70,000 to 80,000 travellers from around the globe, with many keen to take a bit of Belgium back […] More
American Airlines and Mastercard have announced an extension of their decades-long partnership, reinforcing a shared commitment to delivering more rewarding travel experiences and value through advanced payments technology and services. “American is proud to collaborate with Mastercard to deliver best-in-class travel solutions for our AAdvantage® co-branded credit cardmembers,” said American’s CEO Robert Isom. “Together, we […] More
Experience the ancient grape varieties of the Dalmatia region of Croatia on a wine themed cruise with Sail Croatia. On this seven-night cruise, guests will explore the natural, cultural and historical sights of Croatia, indulge in local food and wine tastings and still have plenty of plenty of time to relax on board their luxury […] More
The latest 2025 Tour Taker report by Arival reveals a powerful shift in how European and U.S. travelers engage with day tours – shorter durations, smaller groups, and flexible schedules . As modern travelers prioritize flexibility and exclusivity, operators are rethinking how tours are designed and delivered. According to Arival’s study, 69% of travelers took […] More
