IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Yash Hotels & Resorts LLP for the development of Holiday Inn Resort Alwar. Scheduled to open in Q1 2030, the hotel will mark IHG’s entry into the city of Alwar and further strengthen its resort offering in India, in line with the company’s strategy to grow across high-potential leisure and emerging destinations.

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed management agreements for two new Holiday Inn branded hotels in Aswan, Egypt, marking the brand’s entry into one of the country’s most significant heritage and tourism getaways. Signed with Misr Holanda and Avenue for Development, the agreements will bring Holiday Inn Aswan and Holiday Inn Resort New Aswan to the market, adding a total of 400 keys to IHG’s growing Egypt portfolio. Globally, Holiday Inn stands as one of the world’s most iconic and trusted hospitality brands, with a network of over 1,200 hotels. Rooted in a service philosophy built on creating brighter stays and genuine moments of connection, the brand is dedicated to helping guests make the most of every journey.

Royal Caribbean Group, a global vacation leader redefining the future of vacations, has announced it has confirmed with Meyer Turku the order of a sixth and seventh Icon Class ship to be delivered in 2029 and 2030, respectively.

This Military Appreciation Month, Busch Gardens proudly opens its gates to honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans, inviting them and their families to enjoy a well-deserved day of fun and adventure. Busch Gardens’ two parks in Tampa and Williamsburg, VA, are celebrating Military Appreciation Month with free one-day admission for U.S. military veterans and up to three guests. Veterans can register for this offer now through May 10 and have until June 30 to visit with their complimentary admission. Veterans can also receive 50% off a single-day ticket for up to 6 guests.

Avelo Airlines this week celebrated the fifth anniversary of its start of operations. When Avelo took flight on April 28, 2021, it became the first new airline in the U.S. in nearly 15 years – introducing a new era of affordable, convenient, and reliable air service for millions of American travelers.

Boeing and Copa Airlines have announced the Panamanian operator has ordered 40 737 MAX airplanes. Under the agreement, Copa Airlines also has options to acquire up to 20 more of the single-aisle airplane family.

Samsonite, the iconic and trusted leader in travel gear since 1910, unveils its new Chocolate Mauve colorway as the latest chapter of its brand platform, “It’s Not Just a Bag, It’s a Samsonite,” starring Olivia Culpo. A rich, trend-forward neutral, Chocolate Mauve reflects the growing consumer desire for travel essentials that blend style, function and self expression.