Hotels

Brands rapped for misleading hotel pricing as ASA keeps travel in the spotlight

Booking.com and several hotel brands have been sanctioned by the Advertising Standards Authority over misleading prices in promotional ads

Iberostar focusing 'more than ever' on agents as it pumps €210 million into refurbishments

Trade central to group's future as it plans to accelerate its resort refurbishment plans, personalisation options and community tourism projects

Sri Lanka to launch first marketing campaign for 10 years as hotel capacity grows

It follows a recovery in visitor numbers during the first nine months of the year to almost 1.7 million, with 160,000 from the UK

Five-star Imperial Island Resort by Louis Hotels to open in Paphos, Cyprus in May 2026

With stylish new interiors, upgraded dining and a thrilling multi-slide waterpark, the Louis Imperial Island Resort is set to dazzle as Paphos’ latest five-star, premium all-inclusive offering

Agents tap into ‘lux-scaping’ as travellers seek one-off indulgences

More agents are adding luxury upgrades to client itineraries, pointing to a growing demand from clients for VIP-style upgrades.

According to Marriott Bonvoy’s latest Ticket to Travel research, one in five travellers has engaged in so-called “lux-scaping” in the past 12 months.

Zafiro Palace Andratx: is this Majorca’s quietest luxury hotel resort?

Located at the foot of the Sierra de Tramuntana Mountains, this five-star property offers clients a tranquil alternative to the bustling hubs of Palma and Magaluf

Sani/Ikos vows never to ‘migrate’ agents’ clients in renewed trade partnership push

The luxury hospitality group has announced three new initiatives as part of its longterm strategy to solidify its trade relationships

Travel Sisterhood agents reveal their top supplier frustrations

The all-women travel network is keen to start an open dialogue with luxury suppliers following a recent productive discussion with a leading hotel chain

‘They don’t want flowery language’ – Leading Hotels to launch new tool for agents as client needs shift

The global consortium is working closely with the trade to develop a resource that provides the insider information today’s luxury advisors need

Tui to open new properties in Turkey, Sardinia and Spain in time for summer 2026

Plans include two new hotels in Turkey, including a fourth with joint venture partner Akra Hotels, and a refurbished hotel in Spain

Orient Express boss shares top priority as luxury brand enters next era

The historic brand is set to become the only ultra-luxury operator providing rail, ocean and hotel experiences

Bites over banquets – and three other trends shaping luxury travel in 2025

The global travel network noted a shift in culinary expectations as just one trend to emerge from its most recent annual conference.

Agents to be recognised with ‘more than financial rewards’ in new programme

The Set’s new loyalty programme celebrates advisors with luxurious gifts and VIP experiences.

‘Advisors must keep abreast of geopolitics’ as luxury travellers’ safety concerns rise

Safety and security are now leading concerns for high-net-worth travellers, according to the latest Virtuoso insights report.

‘High-net-worth travellers are savvy, not stingy’ – how agents can maximise value

With luxury travellers increasingly using hacks to avoid overspending, the role of the travel advisor is fast evolving

Tui to open first hotel in Japan by the end of the decade

Tui Suneo Otaru will be easily accessible from Sapporo by train

The Chancery Rosewood opens in London

The Chancery Rosewood has officially opened in London’s Grosvenor Square, marking the completion of a four-year-long renovation.

Located in the former US Embassy, the Grade II listed building offers four different room types and 144 suites.

Tui to deepen expansion into Asia with second own-brand hotel in Cambodia near Angkor Wat

The new opening in Cambodia’s second city Siem Reap is situated near the iconic Angkor Wat temple complex and Tonle Sap lake

Seven ways luxury travellers are avoiding overspending, and how to broach them

High-net-worth individuals are becoming increasingly discerning as luxury travel prices continue to rise.

Is this Ibiza's hottest new break for clubbers?

Bonito Ibiza is San Antonio Bay’s newest resort, fast gaining traction for its casual luxury vibe and partnership with celebrity-studded day club O Beach

Inside Corinthia Bucharest, the luxury hotel leading Romania's pursuit of high-net-worth travellers

The Romanian capital is making a play for luxury travellers thanks to a new hotel – and they may find themselves pleasantly surprised by what they find in the city.

Constantinou Bros recruits Vicky McGlynn from ITC and promotes Mark Richardson

McGlynn joins Cypriot hotel firm as sales manager north while Richardson takes up new head of sales role for the UK and Ireland following an uptick in sales through agents

How agents can sell a no-fly trip to three French hot spots

Paris, Provence, St Tropez: could there be a better trio of sophistication? And clients can also do them all without ever getting on a flight.

Agents warn 'out of hand' resort fees are putting clients off visiting the US

One agent told TTG she had to stump up an extra $700 in fees during a 16-night itinerary