Meliá Hotels International Joins WTTC as Global Member
Meliá Hotels International has become a global member of the World Travel & Tourism Council as of June 2026. The membership aligns the hotel group with WTTC's sustainable tourism goals.
Dubai Tourism Recovery Gains Momentum with New Plans in 2026
Dubai's tourism recovery is advancing in 2026, supported by new ambitious plans to develop the sector. The city aims to broaden visitor offerings as it works to boost travel momentum.
Saint Lucia Hits Record Visitor Arrivals in 2026 Caribbean Travel Recovery
Saint Lucia has recorded a historic high in visitor arrivals in 2026, joining a wider recovery trend in Caribbean tourism. The island’s growing visitor numbers highlight a positive phase for the region’s travel market.
citizenM Opens New Hotel in Georgetown, Washington D.C.
citizenM has unveiled a new boutique hotel in Washington D.C.'s historic Georgetown neighborhood. This is the brand’s third hotel in the city, expanding its presence within the boutique segment.
Sheraton Debuts in Uşak, Turkey
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts has introduced a new hotel in Uşak, Turkey, focusing on combining contemporary lodging with the city's historic thermal heritage. The development highlights the brand’s commitment to modern comfort amid local cultural landmarks.
InterContinental Grand Ankara Opens in Turkey’s Capital
InterContinental Grand Ankara has launched in the heart of Türkiye’s capital city. The hotel combines elements of heritage with modern luxury to offer a refined stay.
Meliá Hotels Joins WTTC as Global Member
Meliá Hotels International joined the World Travel & Tourism Council as a global member in June 2026. The company operates in 46 countries and supports sustainable tourism through this collaboration.
Lighthouse Launches AI Assistant and Appoints Mark Charlinski to Leadership
Lighthouse has launched an AI assistant designed for hotel commercial teams to aid operational tasks. Meanwhile, LodgIQ appointed Mark Charlinski as President and Chief Commercial Officer to support growth in hotel revenue management.
Macau Prepares for 10% Summer Tourism Rise Led by Asia Visitors
Macau is anticipating a roughly 10% growth in tourism for summer 2026. This rise is primarily fueled by increased visitors from Mainland China, the Philippines, and Japan.
Radisson Hotel Group Partners with Yipy
Radisson Hotel Group has entered into a partnership with Yipy focused on enhancing hospitality services. The collaboration reflects Radisson’s commitment to advancing guest experience.
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Gujarat Government Enforces New School Entry Permissions for Outsiders
The Gujarat government has mandated schools to require prior written permission for any outsider entering school premises, excluding authorised government officials. The circular enforces strict visitor registration and limits photography or data collection on students without explicit consent.
US Defends Work Visa Changes as IT Firms Suspended from Labour Program
The US suspended major IT and tech companies from the Permanent Labour Certification Program on October 9, 2026. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the work visa rule changes as part of policies to prioritize American workers, clarifying these measures apply globally, not specifically targeting India.
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