The industry-acclaimed annual rankings recognise the top-performing hotels for MICE business, as well as the world’s most coveted meeting destinations SINGAPORE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May. 20, 2026 Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, today unveiled its lists of the Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels for Asia Pacific. Cvent’s rankings have become indispensable for […]
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Modon Partners With Montage Hotels & Resorts to Bring Ultra-Luxury Hospitality Brand to Egypt’s Ras El Hekma
Montage Ras El Hekma introduces the first branded residences for purchase at the Mediterranean destination, alongside the region’s first Montage resort RAS EL HEKMA, Egypt–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May. 17, 2026 Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding and Montage Hotels & Resorts have announced Montage Ras El Hekma, which will introduce the first branded residences for purchase at Ras El […]
First Guests Arrive at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Red Sea at Shura Island from 20 May as Red Sea Global Launches First JV Resort
RSG and Kingdom Holding Company bring first joint venture-developed resort at The Red Sea to market RIYADH, Saudi Arabia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May. 19, 2026 Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, has reached a major milestone as Four Seasons Resort and Residences Red Sea at Shura Island welcomes first guests from 20 May, marking the first […]
2 Million Downloads in Six Months: Tabelog’s Multilingual App Solves Critical Dining Pain Points for Travelers to Japan
“Eat Where Locals Eat” Making authentic Japanese dining experiences accessible to global travelers through instant reservations at over 70,000 restaurants nationwide. TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May. 07, 2026 Tabelog (https://tabelog.com/en/), one of Japan’s largest (*1) restaurant search and reservation services operated by Kakaku.com, Inc., has announced that its multilingual smartphone app (iOS/Android) for travelers visiting Japan has reached […]
Seven HKTDC Lifestyle Fairs Power Sourcing and Showcase Hong Kong’s Creative Industries
HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Apr. 17, 2026 The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is hosting seven mega events, including Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair, Home InStyle and Fashion InStyle (27-30 April at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, HKCEC); the Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair and DeLuxe PrintPack Hong Kong (held concurrently […]
Red Sea Global Reveals ADRENA a New Adventure and Entertainment District
The first of its kind in the region with more than 20 diverse land and water experiences RIYADH, Saudi Arabia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb. 17, 2026 Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind the regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has revealed plans to open an adventure and entertainment district. It will be unveiled to the […]
TOURISE Reframes Tourism Sector as Global Powerhouse on a Path to $16 Trillion During Davos
DAVOS, Switzerland–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jan. 24, 2026 TOURISE advanced tourism’s role as a vital sector connecting industries, economies, and regions to address shared global challenges at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260123950180/en/ His Excellency Ahmed Al‑Khateeb, Minister of Tourism of Saudi Arabia and Chairman […]
A New Era Lifts Off: STARLUX Takes Delivery of Taiwan’s First A350-1000 Powering Long-Haul Expansion
New flagship joins the luxury carrier’s all-Airbus fleet as STARLUX Chairman pilots delivery flight, supporting future growth in North America and Europe TAIPEI, Taiwan & LOS ANGELES & TOULOUSE, France–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jan. 07, 2026 Marking a major transcontinental milestone, Taiwan-based luxury carrier STARLUX Airlines today took delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000 wide-body aircraft, becoming the […]
Celebrating Destination Excellence: TOURISE Unveils Finalists for the 2025 TOURISE Awards
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct. 30, 2025 Anticipation is building as TOURISE today unveils the finalists for the highly anticipated 2025 TOURISE Awards, set to recognize those leading global destinations who are rewriting the very definition of exploration. Twelve destinations have been named as finalists in this year’s TOURISE Awards, setting the pace for the future […]
Grand Nikko Bangkok Sathorn to Accept Reservations for 2026 Bookings from November 17
Bangkok’s newest luxury landmark introduces refined Japanese hospitality and contemporary elegance in the heart of Sathorn BANGKOK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nov. 17, 2025 Grand Nikko Bangkok Sathorn is pleased to announce it will begin accepting reservations for 2026 bookings from November 17, 2025. The first Grand Nikko-branded hotel in Thailand, the property will bring the renowned spirit of […]
Loyalty Upgraded: Hilton Honors Introduces Faster Path to Elite Status and Reveals New Premium Tier – Diamond Reserve
Benefits include best-in-industry room upgrades, guaranteed late check-out and exclusive member support Evolution of the award-winning Hilton Honors loyalty program makes earning status even more achievable and more rewarding. New Diamond Reserve tier represents exclusive level of recognition and benefits within Hilton Honors. Diamond status more quickly attainable, and Gold status now the most valuable […]
TOURISE Destination Initiative Calls for Global Action for Urban Tourism Safety Through AI
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nov. 13, 2025 Launched today at the TOURISE Summit, the TOURISE Destination Initiative (TDI) brings together global leaders from government, international organizations, academia, and the private sector, to transform destinations into living laboratories for tourism innovation. Guided by its Declaration of Principles, TDI champions safety, environmental stewardship, cultural preservation, and community-centered development […]












