The future of luxury is personal, Marriott to add more than 2,700 hotel rooms in Saudi Arabia and more...

The future of luxury is personal
Monday, 19th January 2026

Luxury hospitality has reached an inflection point—one where innovation enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Horst Schulze, co-founder of The Ritz-Carlton and Capella Hotels, reframed luxury service as a simple but disciplined practice: a genuine welcome rooted in respect, an unwavering commitment to fulfilling guest wishes, and a meaningful farewell.

Highlights from the International Luxury Hotel Association's Luxury Hospitality Conference, INSPIRE Las Vegas >>

Marriott to add more than 2,700 hotel rooms in Saudi Arabia
19 Jan 2026 : Plans include the opening of five new hotels in Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah, including the debut of the Four Points Flex by Sheraton brand in the Kingdom >>

PATA collaborate for data-led tourism growth in Asia Pacific
19 Jan 2026 : The Pacific Asia Travel Association recognises that in a time of rapid change and uncertainty, partnerships that generate comprehensive and forward-looking data insights are vital to fostering regional knowledge, leadership, and foresight among tourism stakeholders >>

Infinitude Hospitality expands global reach with multilingual website launch
17 Jan 2026 : Infinitude Hospitality is pleased to announce the launch of several new language websites, a small step to shows commitment to the different regions and hotel owners >>

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Andean as a Boutique Collection with All the Hallmarks of Purposeful Travel
Monday, 19th January 2026

One fascinating hospitality trend that often goes underappreciated is how regions that are experiencing high growth in travel numbers are accompanied not only by new hotel developments but also poignant industry innovations that are emulated elsewhere in the globe >>

How You Started the Year With Your Team
Exclusive Feature: As we reach the end of the first month of the new year, every manager should pause for a moment—not to review numbers or targets, but to look closely at how the year has begun with their team >>

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