Hotel, Events, Organisations & Operators

Orlando World Center Marriott, the world’s largest Marriott hotel under one roof, is marking its 40th anniversary with the launch of “Pick Your Perks,” an offer available through December 23, 2026. More

Newlyweds dreaming of La Dolce Vita may be onto something. People who honeymoon in Italy are the most likely to report that they have a ‘happy marriage’, according to a new survey of 2,000 adults.

Hyatt1 commissioned research on people’s honeymoon destinations and asked them to share their current marital status – offering options including ‘happily married’, ‘unhappily married’ and ‘divorced’. The boot-shaped country topped the list with 87.5% of people who honeymooned there still reporting to be ‘happily married’2. This may come as no surprise as a host of Hollywood stars and Glastonbury headliners have decided to honeymoon in the place famed for pizza, pasta and Prosecco. More

This spring, The Ritz-Carlton invites guests to experience one of the world’s most exhilarating sporting events as part of its global partnership with the U.S. SailGP Team. Timed to the upcoming New York Sail Grand Prix on May 30-31, The Ritz-Carlton is unveiling exclusive race weekend experiences at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad and The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park, offering guests premier access to one of the fastest emerging global sporting championships. More

W Maldives unveils The Wavemaker Edit, a new, ongoing series of curated collaborations with global talents, designed to bring fresh energy, creative exchange, and unexpected experiences to the island escape. Editorial in spirit and immersive by design, the series sets the stage for a dynamic cultural rhythm, where each chapter introduces a new perspective, across mixology, wellness, cuisine, music, and beyond.

From June 3 to 14, 2026, the first edition of The Wavemaker Edit unfolds through two distinct yet complementary chapters—Island Alchemy and The Restore Ritual—offering guests a seamless journey between high-energy moments and mindful escape, and redefining Maldives luxury resort experiences. More

Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia has released details of the programme for the 2026 edition, taking place from 22-24 June at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah in Riyadh, bringing together investors, developers, operators and policymakers at a defining moment for the region’s hospitality sector.
Positioned as the Kingdom’s leading deal-making and investment platform, FHS connects capital with opportunity. The 2025 edition welcomed more than 1,100 industry leaders and generated over US$1.6 billion in business opportunities, reinforcing its role as a key deal-making forum. 254 investors attended FHS Saudi Arabia last year, managing $ 5.61 trillion in assets. More

In Whistler, where alpine adventure sets the pace, even four-legged travellers are part of the fun. At Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre, the Pampered Paws Package invites guests to bring the whole household along, with locally made treats and pet-friendly perks ensuring every Whistler moment is just as rewarding for pets as it is for their humans.

Available now, the package makes it easier for pets and their humans to bond over Whistler’s best moments. Whether sunrise hikes through forested trails, midday dips in crystal-clear lakes, or unhurried evenings along the Village Stroll, the destination welcomes anyone with a sense of adventure – whether on two legs or four. More

Hilton has announced the launch of its 2026 Travel Advisor Appreciation Booking Incentive Contest, designed to recognize and reward the invaluable role travel advisors play in creating seamless, memorable experiences for travelers around the world.

Now through August 31, 2026, global travel advisors can enter for a chance to win Hilton Honors Points throughout the promotional period. To participate, travel advisors first need to book reservations for customers through approved channels including travelagents.hilton.com, Hilton.com sites, the Global Distribution System (GDS) or wholesalers. Following each successful booking, travel advisors can then submit booking details and complete this entry form. Multiple entries are encouraged and not limited. More

This summer, Lomas Hospitality invites travelers to experience the excitement of the world’s most anticipated football tournament like never before. Through its signature More Inclusive™ concept, El Dorado Resorts presents “The Stage to Live the World Cup”—an immersive, multi-sensory experience that brings together live matches, curated gastronomy, entertainment, and destination-driven adventures across the Mexican Caribbean. More