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InterContinental Phuket ranks No. 4 in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia
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InterContinental Phuket Resort placed No. 4 among Thailand’s Best Beach + Island Resorts in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia 2026, marking its fourth straight year on the list.
Rose Springs Farm wins 2026 Best of South Carolina Award
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The Venue at Rose Springs Farm in Travelers Rest has earned a 2026 Best of South Carolina Award for its wedding and event experience.
Dark Sky Lofts pitches Sedona as a slow-travel escape
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Dark Sky Lofts is highlighting Sedona’s rise as a slow-travel destination as visitors look for longer, wellness-focused stays over packed itineraries.
Galt House debuts Louisville-themed luxury suite collection
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The Galt House Hotel in Louisville has launched The Legendary Collection, a set of six immersive suites built around University of Louisville Athletics and Kentucky’s Thoroughbred heritage.
IAOTP names Jill Chitwood Top Travel Consultant of the Decade
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The International Association of Top Professionals will honor Jill Chitwood, co-owner of Sights Unseen Travel Agency, at its annual awards gala at the Plaza Hotel in New York City in December 2026. The recognition adds to a long list of business,…
Uganda tourism pushes confidence message after Ebola-free declaration
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Uganda’s tourism advocates are trying to reset international perceptions after the country’s Ebola-free declaration, arguing that the destination should now be judged by its current safety, hospitality and travel offerings.
Mandapa joins Marriott’s luxury dining series in Bali
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Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali, will host Marriott International’s Luxury Dining Series from Sept. 9-11 as part of a five-stop Asia program running August through October.
Monet’s Palate launches luxury wine licensing push
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Monet’s Palate Wine & Spirits Partnership LLC said July 29, 2026, it is seeking a long-term licensing deal with a premium California winery to build a luxury wine portfolio tied to Claude Monet’s legacy.
Travel packages keep drawing strong bids at nonprofit auctions
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Travel experiences are still among the most popular items at nonprofit fundraising auctions as donors chase memorable trips over material goods.
Underground Donut Tour gets family-friendly buzz in 30-plus cities
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The Underground Donut Tour is drawing repeated praise from parenting outlets, local news and travel review sites as a screen-free family outing across more than 30 cities.
Brenda Patterson expands North Georgia hospitality portfolio
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Brenda Patterson, a Clayton, Georgia entrepreneur, has built a growing mix of hospitality, coworking and travel ventures across North Georgia over the past decade.
LIKE85 says premium 15ml fragrances are reshaping luxury buying
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LIKE85 is pitching 15ml bottles as complete fragrance experiences, not samples, as shoppers build scent wardrobes for different moments and settings.
Syndacast launches Luxora Asia luxury travel publication
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Syndacast has launched Luxora.Asia, a curated digital travel publication focused on luxury hotels, resorts, dining and experiences across Asia. The move gives the Bangkok-based agency a new editorial channel for hospitality storytelling while…
Muscatine launches sponsorship push for parks, sports tourism and wellness
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The City of Muscatine has launched its first formal community sponsorship initiative to support parks, recreation, sports tourism, public wellness and economic development.
JETOUR’s Travel+ strategy powers global SUV expansion
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JETOUR said its T2 boxy SUV has reached 500,000 cumulative global sales in 33 months, helping push the brand past 2.4 million vehicles sold worldwide.
Cruise destinations are racing to meet hyper-personalized guest expectations
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Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence says cruise destinations need stronger frontline training and service design as travelers expect more tailored, seamless experiences.
Travel accommodation market projected to quadruple by 2032
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The travel accommodation market was valued at $797.7 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $3,144.7 billion by 2032. Growth is being driven by experiential travel, digital booking tools and rising demand for sustainable and flexible stays.
Hype Luxury adds former Rolls-Royce Americas president as North America advisor
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Hype Luxury has named Jon Colbeth, the former president of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Americas, as strategic advisor for North America.
Carín León’s Sphere debut highlights Música Mexicana’s U.S. economic scale
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Carín León became the first Latino artist to perform at Las Vegas’ Sphere with a seven-show residency that opened Sept. 4, adding a new milestone for Música Mexicana in the U.S. A new analysis by Manuel Herrejón Suárez argues the genre is turning…
Florida economy tops $1.8 trillion as Vero Beach luxury market targets affluent relocations
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Florida’s economy has grown to $1.8 trillion, putting the state 14th globally and sharpening competition for high-end buyers and relocating wealth.
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