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Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa has appointed Shoeb Mohammed as director of operations, placing an experienced hospitality leader in charge of its key operational functions. Mohammed brings more than 15 years of luxury hospitality experience across India and Canada. His background covers hotel operations, food and beverage management, large events and guest services.
Young Island Resort offers travellers a private island stay just off St. Vincent, with cottages, beach activities and easy access to the mainland. The property joins a collection of Caribbean private island resorts that includes Petit St. Vincent, Palm Island, Guana Island, Cayo Espanto and Jumby Bay. Each offers a different combination of accommodation, dining
Dr Lo Ka Shui, executive chairman of Langham Hospitality Group, has received the 2026 HICAP Lifetime Achievement Award in Singapore. The award recognises his contributions to hospitality across Asia Pacific and international markets. Organisers presented the honour during the 36th Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific, held from 20 to 22 October. Lo’s recognition comes as
The global hotel market is projected to reach USD 1.97 trillion by 2032, driven by rising travel demand, corporate bookings, MICE tourism and growing purchasing power.
Baccarat Hotel & Residences Maldives has unveiled a campaign showcasing planned private residences, luxury villas and golf homes across five islands. The development introduces a residential hospitality concept in South Malé Atoll, combining private accommodation with dining, wellness and recreation. Announced on 23 October 2026, the campaign features supermodel Adriana Lima, photographed by Russell James.
Spain’s planned Alovera Beach attraction could create opportunities for overnight tourism near Madrid, extending visitor spending into Guadalajara province. However, additional hotel bookings remain a commercial possibility rather than an established outcome. The project envisages a ticketed lagoon attraction combining swimming, water sports, dining and events. Its wider tourism impact will depend on whether visitors
Australian hotel operators are offering a mix of promotional rates, longer-stay savings and flexible reservations for travellers planning late-November visits. Oaks Hotels & Resorts, Mantra, Avani and other brands illustrate the different options available as Australia approaches summer. Selected offers overlap the period around 26 November, when Americans celebrate Thanksgiving. However, the promotions do not
Spain’s hotel prices increased 6.7% in September 2026 compared with a year earlier, while overnight stays exceeded 40.1 million. Stronger overseas demand supported the accommodation market as stays by Spanish residents declined. Provisional figures published by the National Statistics Institute on October 23 showed total hotel nights rising 1.7%. Non-resident nights increased 3.2%, while resident
Saudi Arabia has approved 19 hospitality projects across five tourism destinations, targeting SAR6.7 billion in investment and over 3,000 additional rooms. Approximately 40% of the planned accommodation will serve coastal destinations, giving beach tourism a substantial share of the expansion. The Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Investment announced the approvals on October 19, 2026,
Paradise Island Resort is targeting a November 2027 opening on a private island southwest of Pemba in Tanzania’s Zanzibar Archipelago. The planned development includes 80 villas, with 20 overwater residences forming the centrepiece of its luxury accommodation offering. Beach & Safari Holidays is positioning the property for secluded Indian Ocean holidays and combined Tanzania safari-and-beach
IHG Hotels & Resorts reported stronger global hotel performance in the third quarter of 2026, supported by business travel and group bookings. Revenue per available room increased 5.3% year on year, accelerating from 3.5% growth in the second quarter. Systemwide group room revenue climbed 10%, while business transient room revenue increased 4%. Higher occupancy and
QURO Bangkok Riverside has opened as Thailand’s first Unscripted by Hyatt hotel, bringing a new identity to a 62-room riverside property. The hotel combines neighbourhood-inspired design, Thai dining and creative spaces in Bangkok’s historic Bang Lamphu district. Formerly The StandardX, Bangkok Phra Arthit, the property represents a repositioning of an existing hotel rather than newly
