Marjan Hospitality Begins Renovation at Rixos Al Mairid and Pullman Resort
Marjan Hospitality is refurbishing more than 600 rooms at Rixos Al Mairid and Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island to elevate Ras Al Khaimah’s hospitality. Pullman will become an adults-only resort with a new design concept, targeting a premium guest experience.
Nobu Hospitality Plans 50-Room Luxury Hotel in San Juan by 2028
Nobu Hospitality will open a 50-room luxury hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico, by 2028 with a signature restaurant and rooftop bar. Puerto Rico's luxury hotel occupancy rose 14% between 2025 and 2026 amid growing tourism.
Hilton Opens Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi, First Curio Collection Resort in Hawaii
Hilton has opened its first Curio Collection resort in Hawaii, Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi, with 210 rooms on Kauai island. The resort offers cultural programs, ocean views, and multiple dining options.
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Converts to 371-Room JW Marriott in Dana Point
The Laguna Cliffs Marriott in Dana Point is converting to a JW Marriott with 371 rooms. The rebranding will offer guests enhanced luxury accommodations.
Nobu Hospitality Announces New 50-Room Hotel in San Juan by 2028
Nobu Hospitality plans to open a 50-room luxury hotel and restaurant in San Juan, Puerto Rico by 2028. The project is a partnership with real estate firm KTT.
Hilton Opens First Curio Collection Resort Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi on Kauai
Hilton has opened its first Curio Collection resort in Hawaii, Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi, featuring 210 rooms on Kauai island. The resort offers cultural programs, ocean views, unique dining, and amenities within the Hōkūala resort community.
Palm Beach County Approves 18-Story 400-Room Hotel by Related Ross
Palm Beach County commissioners approved a 400-room, 18-story hotel project by Related Ross beside the County Convention Center. The lease spans 97 years with annual payments exceeding $1.1 million initially.
Choice Hotels Opens Six New Properties, Upscale Portfolio Exceeds 300
Choice Hotels International opened six new hotels in 2026, expanding its upscale portfolio to more than 300 properties in the US. The new locations span Colorado, Florida, Vermont, and Wisconsin under Cambria Hotels and Ascend Collection brands.
GIC Buys 16 Marriott Hotels in Japan for Approximately $800 Million
GIC has purchased 16 Marriott-operated hotels in Japan for around $800 million. Marriott will continue to operate these Four Points Flex by Sheraton properties post-acquisition.
Azul Hospitality converts Sheraton Carlsbad Resort to Hotel Solea
Azul Hospitality Group completed the March 2026 conversion of Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa into Hotel Solea under Marriott’s Autograph Collection. The resort now offers 201 guestrooms and over 70,000 square feet of meeting space.
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Palawan Travel and Trade Expo Drives Local Tourism Business in 2026
Palawan hosted a travel and trade expo on October 19, 2026, aimed at turning tourism growth into business opportunities. The Philippine Information Agency covered the event, highlighting efforts to promote partnerships among local tourism enterprises.
Anguilla to Host Inaugural CTO Sports Tourism Summit in August 2027
Anguilla will host the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s inaugural Sports Tourism Summit from August 12 to 14, 2027. The summit will convene regional sports and tourism leaders to explore economic and community benefits of sports tourism.
Madrid-Barcelona High-Speed Rail Delays Persist After Ricla Train Fire
A fire on an AVE train near Ricla on October 12 disrupted the Madrid-Barcelona high-speed corridor, affecting 33 trains and nearly 13,000 passengers. Despite service resuming on a single track, delays continue due to infrastructure restrictions.