IHCL to Acquire Controlling Stake in Brij Hotels; Strengthens Leadership in India’s Leisure Tourism

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today signed definitive agreements to acquire 51% stake in Brij Hospitality, owning company of the brand ‘Brij’, a boutique experiential leisure offering. Through this acquisition IHCL will gain ownership of the Brij brand and in collaboration with its founding promoter’s aims toContinue Reading

The College of Charleston Launches Hospitality School

The College of Charleston announced the launch of the Michael and Amy Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, a new school backed by Hotel Bennett founder Michael Bennett and his family. Announced at Hotel Bennett, the school is housed in the College’s School of Business and is designed to strengthen the hospitality leadershipContinue Reading

Travel in 2026: Maximalism, AI, and Authenticity Redefine the Industry

The concept of “Instagrammable” destinations has become central to travel planning, with nearly half of travelers choosing destinations based on their potential for social media content. – Image Credit Unsplash+    The HBX Group Travel Trends 2026 report highlights a shift in the travel industry towards maximalist experiences, increased use ofContinue Reading

PwC Report: AI at the heart of tourism and hospitality – powering personalisation, efficiency and growth

PwC Report: AI at the heart of tourism and hospitality – powering personalisation, efficiency and growth — Source: PwC Artificial intelligence is reshaping how the tourism and hospitality industry operates and grows. Across the Middle East, AI is powering smarter, more sustainable destinations – enhancing guest experiences, improving efficiency andContinue Reading

US takes huge tourism hit from one key country

Veronika Bondarenko Thu, January 8, 2026 at 3:47 PM MST 3 min read New geopolitical events around Venezuela and Greenland have pushed President Donald Trump’s references to Canada as a “51st state” and targeting of Canada with tariffs somewhat into the background. Still, Canadians continue to protest the current administration’sContinue Reading