MANZANILLO, COLIMA, MEXICO – Las Hadas by Grupo Brisas celebrates its 50th anniversary in the beautiful tourist destination of Manzanillo with a renewed all-inclusive luxury experience that strengthens its position over the last few years as one of the most iconic and beautiful resorts in Mexico and the world. Antonio Cosío Pando, CEO of Grupo Brisas, together with Indira Vizcaino Silva, Governor of the State of Colima, as well as employees and special guests, led the resort’s anniversary celebration. The resort has become a benchmark of hospitality, elegance and beauty by the Mexican Pacific ..read more

MIAMI, FLA. – Avianca Group International Limited affiliated passenger airlines reported its first quarter 2024 results. Avianca’s capacity increased by 26.1% year-over-year, with a robust load factor of 81.4%, 1.2 percentage points higher than first quarter 2023, and a 37.5% increase in transported passengers, reaching 9.3 million. The company posted $272 million in EBITDAR at a 21.5% margin during first quarter 2024, 16.3% ahead of the same period in 2023. For the period, Net Income was $13 million. “We remain committed to transporting our customers to more destinations in an affordable way ..read more

Marriott International, Inc. reported first quarter 2024 results. Anthony Capuano, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “We were pleased with our results in the quarter, which included both excellent net rooms growth and cash generation. Worldwide RevPAR grew over 4 percent, with gains in both occupancy and ADR. Our international markets were particularly strong, posting RevPAR gains of 11 percent, led by nearly 17 percent year-over-year growth in Asia Pacific excluding China. “In the U.S. & Canada, demand has normalized, with RevPAR increasing 1.5 percent. The group segment ..read more

CHICAGO – Prime Group, a multi-faceted real estate owner and operator based in Hollywood, Florida, today announced the opening of the 289-suite Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile. Located at 101 East Erie Street, the all-suite property is owned by Prime Groupand managed by Marriott International, Inc. General Manager Tommie Van and Director of Sales Sam Barnett lead the management team at the property. Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile is nestled in the heart of the Mag Mile, offering numerous shops, restaurants, and entertainment o ..read more

HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) has launched new targeted campaigns as part of its global marketing and visitor education efforts. The purpose of these initiatives is to reinvigorate responsible travel demand from key markets around the world to the Hawaiian Islands. “We are being more assertive in our messaging strategy with inspiring campaigns that spotlight Hawai‘i’s people, culture and experiences unlike anywhere else in the world,” said Mufi Hannemann, HTA board chair. “We need to ensure that the Hawaiian Islands stay top-of-mind among travelers amidst the competitive ..read more

PORTLAND, OR – The Ritz-Carlton, Portland announce its recent achievement of LEED Gold certification, garnered through efforts to build a sustainably-conscious building and enact environmentally friendly operations. In addition to the LEED Gold certification, the hotel’s unique biophilic design and thoughtfully incorporated sustainability initiatives further the downtown Portland hotel’s commitment to protecting the environment with groundbreaking design, energy efficiency and water conservation. The hotel’s biophilic design is a key component to its sustainability philosophy. Every aspect of ..read more

MIAMI, FL – Bringing its iconic brand and design mastery to one of the most striking and highly desirable addresses in the United States, Aston Martin celebrates completion of the marque’s first ultra-luxury real estate project, Aston Martin Residences Miami. Delivered in partnership with world renowned property developer, G&G Business Developments, the opening of Aston Martin Residences Miami at 300 Biscayne Boulevard Way in downtown Miami, during the week of the Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix, is the latest distinct expression of Aston Martin’s ultra-luxury high performance ..read more

NASSAU – On April 23, the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board (NPIPB) was joined by government officials, hotel partners, key industry partners and media to celebrate the unveiling of the newly updated and restored Queen’s Staircase – an iconic historical landmark in downtown Nassau. The $200,000 initiative began in February 2024, with the goal of restoring the popular landmark to its former glory and preserving its rich history to be enjoyed for future generations. The Queen’s Staircase has long been a renowned cultural heritage site in Nassau with its eye-catching architecture and ..read more

PARIS – UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, and The International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE), announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This MoU re-establishes a regular exchange between the associations benefitting their respective members, while also promoting the industry at large. Both partners agree on the value of collaborating on common initiatives, exchanging information and supporting industry developments. “IAEE is pleased to expand upon its international partnerships through this MOU with UFI,” said IAEE Chairperson M ..read more

DUBAI, UAE – chatlyn, a leading developer of guest experience software focused on travel and hospitality, announce the opening of its new office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This strategic expansion is set to enhance chatlyn’s presence in the Middle East and cater to the growing demand for advanced AI-powered communication solutions in the hospitality industry. Chatlyn was founded at the end of 2022 by industry veterans Nicolas Vorsteher (co-founder of Pre Screen, an HR software company sold to Germany’s XING in 2017), Matthias Haubner, and Michael Urbanek. In less than two years, cha ..read more