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• Choice Hotels Appoints Dominic Dragisich as President and CEO

  September 1, 2026

  Choice Hotels International, Inc. (“Choice Hotels” or “the Company”) (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has appointed Dominic Dragisich as President and Chief Executive Officer. The company’s Board of Directors also appointed Dragisich to its Board, effective August 31, 2026. He has served as Interim Chief Executive Officer since May 20, 2026.…

• Island Shangri-La Hong Kong Unveils Golden Autumn Dining Offers

  September 1, 2026

  This golden autumn, Island Shangri-La Hong Kong invites guests to celebrate Mid-Autumn and National Day with a collection of festive dining experiences. The hotel combines cherished seasonal traditions with the vibrant spirit of National Day. Its Michelin-starred culinary teams have also prepared a bespoke selection of festive dining experiences. To mark National Day, selected restaurants…

• Holiday Inn & Suites Commerce City-Denver Airport Opens in Colorado

  August 31, 2026

  Holiday Inn & Suites Commerce City-Denver Airport has opened in Commerce City, Colorado, marking a new step in the evolution of Holiday Inn by IHG. Holiday Inn by IHG, one of the world’s largest and most recognized hospitality brands, announced the opening of the 106-room hotel. The hotel is the first newly built prototypical hotel…

• Malaysia Airlines Invites Travellers to Discover More of Malaysia in 2026

  August 31, 2026

  Malaysia Airlines is inviting international travellers to discover more of Malaysia as the country celebrates Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). Continued growth in international travel is supporting Malaysia’s tourism ambitions. As the national carrier, Malaysia Airlines connects travellers with the country’s diverse experiences through its extensive international and domestic network. The airline also introduces visitors to…

• Hong Kong Airlines Launches First Direct Service to Urumqi

  August 31, 2026

  Hong Kong Airlines has successfully inaugurated its first direct service between Hong Kong and Urumqi on 29 August. Operated by an Airbus A330 wide-body aircraft, the new twice-weekly service strengthens connectivity between Hong Kong and Northwest China. Inaugural celebrations took place at both Hong Kong International Airport and Urumqi Tianshan International Airport to mark the…

• TAP Air Portugal Appoints José Eduardo Moreira as New COO

  August 31, 2026

  TAP Air Portugal has appointed José Eduardo Moreira as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). The appointment follows the resignation of Mário Chaves from the position. The airline confirmed the change after the Board of Directors decided to co-opt Moreira to the role. José Eduardo Moreira Takes Over as COO José Eduardo Moreira joined TAP…

• Choice Hotels Partners With Google on AI-Powered Hotel Booking

  August 30, 2026

  Planning a trip should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Yet finding the right hotel can mean opening multiple tabs, comparing photos and reviews, and checking rates one by one. Choice Hotels is partnering with Google to make that process easier. The hotel company is an early partner for hotel booking through AI Mode in Search, a…

• Rosewood Hotel Group Appoints Kenny Toy as Senior Vice President, Commercial, Global

  August 30, 2026

  Rosewood Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Kenny Toy as Senior Vice President, Commercial, Global. Based at the Group’s corporate office in Hong Kong, Kenny will report to Anthony Ingham, Chief Operating Officer. In his new role, he will lead the Group’s global commercial strategy across sales, marketing, distribution, revenue management, partnerships and e-commerce.…

• Royal Caribbean to Return Voyager of the Seas to Hong Kong in 2028

  August 30, 2026

  Following the announcement of an extended Singapore season for Navigator of the Seas, Royal Caribbean is expanding its presence in Asia with the return of Voyager of the Seas. Beloved by Chinese vacationers, Voyager of the Seas will be seasonally homeported in Hong Kong from January to February 2028. The ship will offer new itineraries…

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