MSC Poesia’s Top Sail Lounge in MSC Yacht Club – Image Credit MSC Cruises    MSC Cruises has announced significant upgrades to its MSC Poesia vessel, marking one of the largest refurbishments in the company’s history. The enhancements include the addition of the MSC Yacht Club, specialty dining venues, and a revamped spa and gym. These […]

Travel & Tourism Faces 43 Million Workforce Shortfall by 2035, Says WTTC Report – Image Credit WTTC    The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) report highlights a potential workforce shortfall of over 43 million in the travel and tourism sector by 2035, urging immediate workforce planning. The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has released […]

Global Travel & Tourism Sector Cuts Emissions Intensity As Economic Prosperity Grows – Image Credit WTTC    WTTC launches latest Environmental & Social Research in partnership with Omran The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), in partnership with Omran, today unveiled its Environmental & Social Research (ESR) 2025, showing that while the sector has surpassed its […]

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy – Image Credit Marriott International    Marriott Bonvoy has launched a new digital platform and brand focused on outdoor travel experiences. Marriott Bonvoy has announced the launch of Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors, a digital platform designed to facilitate planning for outdoor travel. The platform allows users to search and book […]

What is MAPE? a Hotelier’s Guide to Forecast Accuracy – By Jonathan Gough – Image Credit Unsplash+    As a hotelier, you’ll know the frustration: you build a forecast you trust only to see actual results veer wildly off course. Rooms go unsold because demand was overestimated or staff are stretched thin because occupancy was higher […]

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Pulse: Moving AI from Reactive to Proactive – Image Credit OpenAI    OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Pulse, a proactive AI feature that anticipates user needs and delivers personalized updates, marking a shift from reactive to anticipatory AI assistance. OpenAI has unveiled a new feature called ChatGPT Pulse, which represents a significant evolution in […]

Hari Ganga Niwas hotel – Image Credit IHCL    The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has opened Hari Ganga Niwas, its second SeleQtions hotel in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced the opening of Hari Ganga Niwas, a new SeleQtions hotel in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. This marks the second SeleQtions property in the […]

Hyatt Signs Agreement for New JdV Hotel in Kanpur, India    Hyatt has announced the signing of The Landmark Kanpur, a 170-room JdV by Hyatt hotel, set to open in early 2026. Hyatt Hotels Corporation has signed an agreement for the development of The Landmark Kanpur, which will join the JdV by Hyatt brand. The hotel, […]

IHG Launches Talent Development Program for Saudi Nationals – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    IHG Hotels & Resorts has launched the Masarona program to develop Saudi nationals into future leaders of the hospitality industry. IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the introduction of Masarona, a talent development program designed to cultivate leadership skills among […]