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• HG Brings Ruby Hotels to Asia Pacific with First Bangkok Signing

  October 30, 2026

  IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with Asset World Corporation (AWC) to introduce its Ruby brand to Thailand, with a 184-room hotel planned for Bangkok’s Sathorn district in 2027. The project marks Ruby’s first hotel signing in Asia Pacific since the brand joined IHG’s portfolio. It also makes Bangkok the launch market for…

• Hilton and Marriott Link Hotel Fees to Guest Satisfaction Scores

  October 30, 2026

  Experienced hoteliers have long understood that genuine hospitality and efficient guest service influence hotel revenue. Now, Hilton and Marriott are introducing financial incentives that link guest satisfaction directly to franchisee costs, giving hotel operators a more tangible reason to invest in service quality. Until recently, hotels relied largely on guest satisfaction surveys and Net Promoter…

• Doha Highlights Its Heritage, Culture and Everyday City Life

  October 30, 2026

  Doha offers visitors a mix of traditional neighbourhoods, cultural attractions and contemporary architecture. Along the Corniche, traditional wooden dhows cross the bay as the towers of West Bay catch the evening light. Meanwhile, Souq Waqif draws families, residents and visitors into its streets as the city settles into the evening. As World Cities Day is…

• Air France Marks 88 Years of Paris–Hong Kong Flights

  October 29, 2026

  Air France has marked the 88th anniversary of its Paris–Hong Kong route with a reception at PANO in West Kowloon, bringing together government representatives, clients, partners and other stakeholders. The airline first served Hong Kong on 4 August 1938, five years after its creation. The route formed part of Air France’s expansion into Asia, building…

• IATA Survey: AI, Biometrics and Visa Rules Shape Air Travel

  October 29, 2026

  The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has identified three major trends shaping passenger expectations in its 2026 Global Passenger Survey: growing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) for travel planning, rising interest in biometric identification and digital passports, and immigration requirements that continue to discourage international travel. The survey found that 49% of passengers had used…

• Sofia Christmas Fest 2026 Returns from 20 November to 28 December

  October 29, 2026

  Sofia Christmas Fest 2026 will take place from 20 November to 28 December in the park in front of the National Palace of Culture (NDK) in Bulgaria’s capital. The event will return for its fifth consecutive year. The festival will feature live music, artistic performances, an ice rink and a range of seasonal attractions. Visitors…

• Rosewood Residences Bangkok to Offer 85 Private Homes Overlooking Lumphini Park

  October 29, 2026

  SC Asset Corporation and Rosewood Hotel Group have announced Rosewood Residences Bangkok, a branded residential development comprising 85 private homes overlooking Lumphini Park. SC Asset will develop the project with Tokyo Tatemono Thailand, a Thai subsidiary of Japanese developer Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd. Rosewood Hotel Group will contribute its residential hospitality expertise. The announcement comes…

• Amilla Maldives Appoints Marc Reader as General Manager

  October 29, 2026

  Amilla Maldives has appointed Marc Reader as General Manager, bringing more than three decades of international hospitality experience and a longstanding connection with the Maldives to the role. Reader’s career spans Australia, Singapore and the Maldives, with experience in luxury resort operations, property repositioning, commercial development and team leadership. He returns to the destination after…

• Estonia Christmas Markets 2026: Jet2 Expands Flights from the UK

  October 28, 2026

  Estonia is preparing for the 2026 festive season with Christmas markets, traditional food and winter activities across the country. New and expanded Jet2 services from five UK airports will give travellers more options for visiting Tallinn and other destinations this winter. Tallinn Christmas Market Returns for 2026 Tallinn Christmas Market will return to the Estonian…

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