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Sleep Inn® by Choice Hotels International, Inc. one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, is ushering in a new chapter for the brand with the opening of its first four new construction properties built under the Scenic Dreams® prototype, a next‑generation design that brings together nature-inspired modern aesthetics, operational efficiency and a deeper commitment to guest wellbeing. Signature elements include regionally inspired murals, calming color palettes, expansive windows that invite in natural light, and spaces that encourage both productivity and relaxation. Early results show that the Scenic Dreams investments are resonating with guests and translating into stronger performance. Hotels that have undergone the renovations are seeing a RevPAR premium of +1.71, and among properties that have completed the majority of their upgrades, guest satisfaction has followed suit—finishing 2025 with an average LTR of 8.36, a 0.25‑point increase year over year.
Published: Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:39:13 +0000
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Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding today announced the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab is set to undergo a carefully phased and thoughtful restoration programme, designed to safeguard its legacy for generations to come. With an odyssey of over twenty-five years of continuous operations, the conservation of the architectural masterpiece will see its distinctive interior décor enhanced with the same attention to detail as preserving a work of art.
Since opening in 1999, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab has stood as an architectural and cultural icon of modern luxury, with its dhow sail silhouette shaping the identity of the skyline of Dubai. From its launch, it set new international standards, pioneering personalised butler service and changing the face of luxury hospitality.
Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:33:23 +0000
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Some 74 per cent of travellers say they want their trips to be personalised, and the results suggest that if modern retailing opportunities like room attributes are pitched strategically, they can deliver significant returns
Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:49:51 +0000
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Lighthouse, the AI commercial operating system for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced the launch of The Hotels Network app, the first direct booking app for hotels available inside ChatGPT. Powered by Lighthouseʼs Connect AI engine, the app gives hotels a direct presence in AI conversations for the first time.
The app is available to hotels of every size worldwide on a flat fee subscription with zero booking commissions.
Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:49:19 +0000
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This summer, Gaylord Hotels invites guests to step into a season of spectacular experiences with the announcement of Super Hero Summer featuring DC and All-American SummerFest. From exclusive DC Super Hero activities to festive firework shows and water park celebrations, Gaylord Hotels delivers the ultimate summer destination for families and guests of all ages. Spanning coast to coast across six iconic resorts, Gaylord Hotels builds on its legacy of all‑under‑one‑roof immersive entertainment across its signature atriums, water parks and dining venues designed to create unforgettable moments together. To book rooms and buy activity tickets, visit www.gaylordhotels.com.
Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:58:40 +0000
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The Abaco Club, a 500-acre private club community on Great Abaco Island in The Bahamas, ushers in an exciting new era by unveiling a significant $350 million transformation, one of the largest private club investments in the Caribbean. Developed, owned and operated by Southworth, a family-owned leader in private clubs, this investment – the current phase of a ten-year investment plan – reflects a long-term commitment to elevating an already exceptional member experience while thoughtfully expanding the community through new amenities and residential offerings.
Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:51:56 +0000
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Marking a decade of redefining Caribbean luxury, Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa introduces “Come Celebrate Your 10 With Us,” a year-long celebration inviting guests, families and friends to commemorate their own milestones in one of the Caribbean’s most coveted beachfront destinations.
Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:48:01 +0000
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WorldHotels™, a global brand of independent luxury and lifestyle hotels within the BWH® Hotels portfolio, today announced the launch of WorldHotels Backdrop, a new collection of upscale glamping retreats and outdoor escapes located in scenic destinations around the world. Backdrop includes accommodations such as canvas-tented rooms and riverside cabins set amid mountains, along coastlines and at the gateway to national parks.
Published: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:42:49 +0000
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AYANA Midplaza Jakarta proudly announces the appointment of Morris Tiedemann as its new General Manager. Bringing nearly three decades of international hospitality leadership across Europe, the Middle East, and China, Mr. Tiedemann steps into the role with a clear vision to further elevate the hotel as one of Jakarta’s most distinguished urban destinations.
Strategically positioned in the heart of the capital, AYANA Midplaza Jakarta has long been recognised as a sanctuary within the city where business, culture, wellness, and refined dining converge. Under Mr. Tiedemann’s leadership, the hotel enters a new chapter focused on thoughtful growth, authentic guest experiences, and people-centric excellence.
Published: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:56:50 +0000
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Valpas and Select Green Hotels are bringing bed bug-safe certification into the booking experience for the first time. Travellers using the sustainable hotel platform will now be able to see which hotels hold Valpas certification making “bed bug-safe” a visible, verifiable attribute before a reservation is made.
“Bed bug safety belongs where every other hotel standard already lives: in the booking flow, visible to the traveller before they decide” says Martim Gois, Co-Founder and CEO of Valpas. “Select Green Hotels shares our belief that trust should be built before not after arrival. This is what it looks like when a new hotel category becomes real and bookable.”
Published: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:53:22 +0000