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The latest contender for the title of North America’s greatest cruise ship — MSC World America — has arrived in Florida.The massive 20-deck-high vessel from MSC Cruises — one of the largest ever built by any cruise line — sailed into the Port of Miami on Monday after a multiday voyage from the shipyard in France where it had been under construction for nearly two years.Custom-built for the North American market, the new megaship will sail weeklong Caribbean voyages out of Miami every Saturday, setting up an epic matchup between three of the world’s biggest cruise vessels.Miami already is home…

Image Credit Kings III    Kings III Emergency Communications, a privately-owned leading provider of emergency response solutions for elevators and other critical systems, has announced the acquisition of LiftNet, a pioneer in cloud-based elevator and escalator performance monitoring and management, formerly owned by Hyperion Solutions. The move unites two highly complementary forces in the vertical transportation service space—each known for reliability, innovation, and a commitment to delivering safety and visibility at scale.By bringing LiftNet under the Kings III banner, the acquisition aims to create additional value, safety and reliability for critical infrastructure, commercial building owners and property managers across North America.…

Demand for Easter Accommodation Climbs 16.8%: SiteMinder – Image Credit SiteMinder    Hotel bookings for the 2025 Easter holiday have risen by 16.8% compared to the same period last year, shows new data from SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel distribution and revenue platform. The data, comparing bookings at the same properties across nine markets 30 days before Easter in both 2024 and 2025, reveals not only stronger demand but travellers securing their accommodation earlier and increasingly looking beyond their home countries.As at 18 March, SiteMinder’s data shows that, over the five-night holiday period, these properties have each already received 3.35 more…

Last year, the seventh-annual TPG Awards recognized the best in the travel and loyalty industries. And while many of these honors came out of spirited debates among our editorial staffers, there was one credit card award that was, simply put, a slam dunk.We’re talking about the trophy for the Best New/Refreshed Credit Card of the year — and the winner was the Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Card (see rates and fees).I added this card to my own wallet last year, and it also stood tall among the panel that selected it as the award winner.Here’s why.Related: Wells Fargo Rewards program:…

Radisson Hotel Group followed up on a historical 2024 – its strongest ever year in signings and openings – with the successful reopening of Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin and a flying start to 2025. With a plan to add over 37,000 rooms to its portfolio through signings, expansion is continuing across key markets in Europe – where it is strengthening its presence to drive tourism – as well Middle East, Africa, and Asia. “From good to great’ best describes the evolution of our European Network,” Radisson Hotel Group Executive Vice President and Global Chief Development Officer, Elie Younes, said at…

Kristen Whylly Appointed General Manager of British Colonial Nassau Bahamas, Nassau. April 07, 2025 British Colonial Nassau is ushering in a new era of excellence with the appointment of Kristen Whylly as General Manager of the historic hotel. As the resort celebrates the one-year anniversary of its $50 million renovation and revitalization, Whylly’s leadership marks a significant new chapter for the iconic 288-room property, located in the heart of Nassau’s vibrant downtown. A native of The Bahamas, Whylly returns to his roots to take the helm of the independently operated boutique hotel. With over 20 years of hospitality experience, he…

Stéphane Laguette, Chief Commercial Officer Atmosphere Core, shares his insights on 2024 successes, emerging trends in hospitality, and the company’s blueprint for 2025. Atmosphere Core, a leading hospitality company in the Indian Ocean region, celebrated a milestone year in 2024, launching its ninth resort, RAAYA by Atmosphere, and achieving remarkable results despite geopolitical challenges. Chief Commercial Officer Stéphane Laguette attributes this success to agility. “Agility at Atmosphere Core is a mindset. It enables us to adapt swiftly, anticipate guest preferences, and drive innovation even in complex market conditions,” he said. 2024 Achievements A standout success was the rapid launch of…

Generation Z is making headlines as it replaces millennials as the youngest generation in the workforce and introduces its own perspectives and approaches to work life. According to the United States Department of Labor, Gen Z accounts for almost one-fifth (18%) of the labor force, surpassing baby boomers. That number is expected to grow as more individuals from this generation graduate from college and enter the workforce. With every new generation, there’s a learning curve for the generations that came before. Generation Z has already made its mark with its expectations for work-life balance, company culture and more. Still, perhaps…

Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has announced a joint marketing campaign with Travelbag (DNATA UK), a major global air and travel service provider. Running from March to May 2025, this strategic collaboration targets B2C audiences and aims to promote the Maldives as the ideal holiday destination in the UK market. With over 45 years of experience, Travelbag focuses on creating personalised luxury travel experiences, including multi-island holidays and stays at high-end resorts. The company operates eight retail shops across the UK, and 95% of bookings are made ofine through these shops or call centers. Additionally, they…

The path to success in the hospitality industry often takes unexpected turns, and no one knows this better than Raffaele Solferino, the General Manager of Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives. Born on Italy’s picturesque Amalfi Coast, Raffaele was immersed in tourism from an early age, but his career would span continents and cultures in ways he hadn’t anticipated. Raffaele’s passion for hospitality was sparked in the heart of one of the world’s most renowned tourist destinations, the Amalfi Coast. “I wanted to be in this industry since day one,” he recalls. After completing hotel school in Italy, he set out to…