by Jaclyn Brandt | Jun 5, 2023 | Hotels, Hotels & Venues, New Stories, Top Stories, Travel
Marriott International, Inc. will be adding to their extended stay market portfolio, currently being called Project MidX Studios — although it’s officially unnamed. With the launch, Marriott plans to expand their affordable midscale lodging segment....
by Jaclyn Brandt | Jun 5, 2023 | Hotels, Hotels & Venues, Travel
Pacifica Hotels has purchased the Kimpton Hotel Vintage Seattle for $33.7 million. Pacifica plans to undergo a renovation of the property, including 125 guest rooms, hotel restaurant, and lobby. Pacifica Hotels is the largest owner and operator of boutique hotels...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Jun 2, 2023 | Insurance
Travelex Insurance Services Inc. launched a new line of travel protection plans with an enhanced cancel-for-any-reason (CFAR) upgrade covering up to 75 percent of trip cost, age-band pricing, and additional coverage benefits. Travelex’s previous travel...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Jun 2, 2023 | Cruiselines, Travel
Viking Cruises is launching three brand new Nile River ships, including the Viking Hathor, to debut in 2024. Viking’s 2023 season on the Nile River is already sold out. Viking’s new ship will sail on the 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary, and will...
by Jaclyn Brandt | Jun 2, 2023 | Hotels, Hotels & Venues, New Stories, Travel
Anthony Capuano, president and chief executive officer at Marriott International, Inc. will speak at the 2023 Morgan Stanley Travel and Leisure Conference on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. Capuano will begin speaking at 8:35 a.m. (EDT) and will be webcast live. You can access...
by Jaclyn Brandt | May 30, 2023 | Airlines, Travel
France will be banning short-term flights within the country, encouraging train travel instead. A new law requires any flights to be canceled that can be replaced by a train journey under two-and-a-half hours. The new law went into effect in mid-May, although many...
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