Events

🎯 Travel companies from the UK, Europe, and globally were celebrated in London at the 2023 Travolution Awards. Nominees can submit entries from 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 20, leading up to the awards night on Thursday, November 27. Categories include Best Use of AI and Start-up of the Year. Sponsors include Mastercard, Gail Kenny Executive Recruitment, and Trip.com. Ice Travel Group, Travelport, and easyJet holidays won key awards.

🏠 Travolution European Summit, set for May 13, will be hosted at the carbon-neutral venue Events at No 6 in Aldgate, London. The summit features industry leaders like lastminute CEO Alessandro Petazzi and loveholiday CTO Mike Jones, discussing topics such as Web3 and travel ecosystem digitization. With the final tickets available, the event promises valuable networking and insights for attendees from the travel and technology sectors.

🌍 B2B tour operator Vista, after rebranding in 2023, celebrates a record year with cruise sales now over a third of their business. A new dedicated Touring team expands their services to meet the growing demand for authentic travel experiences. The Touring team supports the strategy of Hays Travel for a balanced booking distribution. Kathleen Molloy highlights the growth in cruise sales from just over 20% and the importance of bespoke itineraries. Heather Hutton, with 18-year industry experience, leads the Touring division, offering expert agent support and exclusive offers. Fam trips have also been introduced.

🏖 Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay reopens on 11 April 2025, offering a mix of luxury, relaxation, and adventure. Guests can enjoy a beach club, The Rooftop with live music, and Epic Beats & Special Treats packages with VIP perks and detox juices. The Kids Club introduces cultural activities, while the expanded gym and Holistic Hikes enhance wellness options. The new Crystal Sound Sanctuary Retreat and the Self Space Leadership Retreat promise rejuvenation and professional growth. Dining includes fresh local flavors and NO&LO cocktails, coinciding with the hotel's sponsorship of the Ibicine Film Festival from 11-13 April 2025.

🍷 The Woodsman Restaurant at Hotel Indigo Stratford upon Avon will host a tasting evening on Thursday, 3 April, featuring a 7-course menu with 5 wines from Welcombe Hills Vineyard, located 3 miles away. The Woodsman, led by Executive Head Chef Greg Newman, has 2 AA Rosettes and is associated with Michelin-starred Harwood Arms co-owner Mike Robinson. Welcombe Hills Vineyard has been acknowledged for 20 years. The event costs £130 per person, with limited spaces available.

🏢 The Hunter Hotel Investment Conference (HUNTER) after 36 years, moves from Atlanta Marriott Marquis to Signia by Hilton Atlanta in 2026. Signia by Hilton Atlanta opened in 2024 and is located downtown, near Georgia World Congress Center, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and State Farm Arena. The partnership with the Atlanta Marriott Marquis lasted 17 years. The next HUNTER event is from March 16-18, 2026, signifying the conference's growth and dedication to providing a premier experience. Nearby, the $5 billion Centennial Yards project is revitalizing downtown Atlanta.

📝 On April 9th at 10:30 AM EST, HOTELS Magazine hosts a free webinar titled “Nimble Moves: How Hotel Procurement Adapts to the Policies of Change”. Industry experts like Jason Reader (COO of Remington Hospitality), Debbie Young (VP at Loews Hotels & Co), and Jeffrey Simmons (VP at Sodexo) will discuss the challenges and adaptations in hotel procurement. Registration is online via Zoom.

🏘 The 55th CIFF Guangzhou, Asia's largest outdoor furniture event, is set for March 18-21, 2025, featuring 50,000 square meters of space, over 350 brands, and a focus on sustainable outdoor living. The "Nature's Echo·Pristine Nature" showcase curated by Tony Ho will highlight eco-conscious designs with brands like HIGOLD and Sunwell participating. Preparations are ongoing with free preregistration available at www.ciff-gz.com.

🏨 Hospitality Operator Forum, set for June 12, 2025, at InterContinental Paris - Le Grand, is an essential gathering for industry transformation. Alix Boulnois, Chief Business, Digital & Tech Officer at Accor since June 2024, will be a key speaker. She began her career in 2008 and joined Accor in February 2020. Accor has seen post-pandemic performance acceleration with recruitment, customer satisfaction, and team engagement. The Forum will share strategies to turn challenges into opportunities.