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Ress Spa at Hotel Føroyar, the Faroe Islands’ first and only spa, continues its pioneering journey. A completely new building has been carved into the dramatic terrain, offering spaces where architecture and nature become one. The expansion comes as the island nation draws increasing global attention from travelers seeking the contrasts of its untouched landscapes.

India’s largest hospitality company has entered into a strategic marketing and distribution partnership with Clarks Group of Hotels. Under the alliance, four Clarks hotels in Agra, Jaipur, Khajuraho and Lucknow will be marketed under SeleQtions, a platform of curated hotels known for their unique identity and legacy offering travelers distinct experiences. This collaboration will also entail expansion of the Clarks brand.

U.S. hotel revenue per available room (RevPAR) fell 0.5% for the week ending 16 August with significant influence from the difficult year-over-year comps in Houston. Houston, which accounted for 5 basis points of the national RevPAR decrease, was not alone as 47% of all markets saw RevPAR decline by more than half a percentage point—the most of the past four weeks. Falling occupancy drove the nationwide RevPAR decline, while average daily rate (ADR) rose a mere 0.4%.

Independent and boutique hotels in the U.S. face unprecedented challenges. Labor shortages continue to strain daily operations, with over 60% of hotels reporting difficulties in filling staff positions. At the same time, reliance on Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) cuts deeply into profitability, with commissions averaging 20–30% of gross bookings. For small operators, these dual pressures create an unsustainable environment.

In the world of high-end hospitality, attention to detail remains the hallmark of exceptional guest experiences. Today, GCSTIMES announced the release of its new Leather Writing Pen Collection, designed to bring refinement and comfort to everyday guest touchpoints.

NEMA Design Hotel & Spa is excited to announce the upcoming unveiling of 35 brand-new luxury suites in Spring 2026. Nestled along the Aegean coastline, NEMA continues to distinguish itself as an adults-only boutique retreat for discerning travellers seeking refined luxury in the heart of Crete, just 20 minutes from Heraklion International Airport. At NEMA, guests are invited to truly disconnect from the demands of daily life, stepping away from screens, routines and constant noise to rediscover stillness, simplicity, and the restorative rhythm of nature. ​ ​

More and more travelers gravitate towards generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude to assist in trip planning. Their ability to provide straightforward answers to complex questions makes them function almost as a travel agent – only much faster.

We are pleased to announce a new multi-faceted sustainability partnership with Ecolab, a global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions, and Stella Hospitality, a provider of sustainable guest amenity packaging.

RateTiger by eRevMax, a leading hotel connectivity and distribution management solution, has been recognized as a Favoured Connectivity Partner by Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider.

Abercrombie & Kent (A&K), the global leader in luxury travel, announces the acquisition of Copenhagen based Borealis DMC, expanding its position as the world’s largest network of luxury Destination Management Companies (DMCs) with an international network of more than 3,000 staff, in over 65 offices and 40 countries.