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A major dispute is escalating across the Caribbean tourism industry as hotel operators and regional tourism leaders push back against a controversial Booking.com commission policy that would reportedly apply platform commissions to government-imposed hotel taxes such as VAT and GST. Tourism organizations warn that the move could significantly increase operational costs for accommodation providers while
Taj Hotels has appointed hospitality veteran Reekshit Siddhanta as the new Deputy General Manager for its Goa properties, reinforcing the luxury hotel brand’s commitment to operational excellence, elevated guest experiences and long-term growth within one of India’s most important tourism destinations. The appointment comes as Goa continues experiencing strong demand across leisure tourism, destination weddings,
Chicago’s luxury hospitality sector is set for a new chapter as the Kimpton Gray Hotel welcomes Adam Gurgiolo as its new general manager, bringing nearly three decades of industry experience, operational leadership and expertise in historic hotel development to one of the city’s most recognized boutique properties. The appointment is expected to strengthen the hotel’s
The UK hospitality and beverage industry is witnessing a significant development as former England football star Teddy Sheringham has been appointed official brand ambassador for The Whisky Highball Company, a premium ready-to-drink spirits brand rapidly expanding across stadiums, events and hospitality venues in the UK and international markets. The appointment marks a strategic move for
Ibiza is accelerating its transformation into a premium lifestyle and wellness tourism destination with the opening of two new boutique hotels in Santa Eulària des Riu, reinforcing the island’s growing appeal among high-value international travelers seeking design-driven hospitality, local identity and immersive guest experiences. The latest projects from Garden Hotel Group and One Shot Hotels
Colliers has strengthened its international hospitality consultancy capabilities with the appointment of Carmen Paz as Project Management Director, a strategic move designed to enhance the company’s hotel project management, technical consultancy and lifecycle advisory services across global hospitality markets. Carmen Paz joins the Colliers Architecture team with responsibility for overseeing the technical and operational development
A growing wave of wellness-focused travelers is transforming Georgia’s Lake Oconee into one of the United States’ emerging luxury wellness tourism destinations, as unique floating spa experiences attract visitors seeking immersive and experience-driven escapes near Atlanta. Located roughly three hours from Atlanta, Lake Oconee has become increasingly popular among travelers looking for a combination of
The Gulf hospitality sector is entering a more measured phase of expansion as hotel investment activity slows across several GCC markets, reshaping tourism development strategies in destinations including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Riyadh, and Muscat. While tourism demand across the region remains strong, developers and investors are adopting a more cautious approach amid rising geopolitical
Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced plans to launch a new Gateway resort in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, strengthening the hospitality group’s growing presence across India’s leading heritage and wildlife tourism destinations. The upcoming property is expected to enhance tourism infrastructure near the globally renowned Keoladeo National Park while catering to rising demand for experiential leisure
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has accelerated its international expansion strategy with a record-breaking global development pipeline exceeding 259,000 rooms across more than 2,200 hotels, reinforcing the company’s position as one of the world’s fastest-growing hospitality operators during the first quarter of 2026. The hospitality giant reported strong system-wide growth for the quarter ending March 31,
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has launched a major new educational initiative aimed at strengthening tourism workforce capabilities across the Asia Pacific region through flexible professional training focused on sustainability, artificial intelligence, and modern tourism operations. Officially introduced during the PATA Annual Summit 2026 in Gyeongju, Korea (ROK), the new PATA Micro-Credential Programme represents
