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Hyatt Launches Asia Pacific Meetings & Events Alliance

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – Hyatt has unveiled the Hyatt Asia Pacific Meetings & Events Alliance, a new initiative designed to streamline the planning of large-scale, multi-city events across the Asia Pacific region.1 This program offers corporate planners a centralized and efficient solution for managing events at multiple Hyatt properties throughout the region.2

Building on Success

This new alliance follows the success of Hyatt’s established alliances in the U.S., including the Hyatt Convention Alliance, Hyatt Wellness Alliance, and Hyatt Resort Alliance.3 The Asia Pacific program initially comprises nine Hyatt properties located in key business and convention destinations, including Bali, Bangkok, Singapore, and more.4

Key Benefits of the Alliance

Nico Pino Tests His Skills in the Citroën C3 Rally2

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – As part of the Stellantis Motorsport Young Driver Program (YDP), 20-year-old Chilean driver Nico Pino recently experienced his first drive in a Citroën C3 Rally2 during a test session organized by Citroën Racing.

From Track to Rally: A New Challenge

A driver with a background in track and endurance racing, Pino had previously tested the DS E-TENSE FE25 all-electric single-seater at the end of 2024. The Stellantis Motorsport Young Driver Program is designed to identify, train, and develop promising young drivers across various motorsport disciplines.

LaNoma Welcomes Diners in Fort Lee, New Jersey with Airy and Intimate Design by YODEZEEN

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Frb. 18, 2025 – LaNoma, a new contemporary Italian restaurant and bar in Fort Lee, New Jersey, has opened its doors, showcasing a stunning design by architecture and design firm YODEZEEN. The restaurant offers a unique dining experience, combining an airy and intimate atmosphere with contemporary details and lush greenery.

Design Highlights: A Fusion of Natural and Contemporary Elements

YODEZEEN has masterfully crafted a space that is both sophisticated and welcoming. The design emphasizes natural materials and a calming color palette, creating a sense of warmth and tranquility. "The restaurant features custom furniture, including plush, brown leather seating that anchors the interiors in a warm and inviting ambiance," according to a representative from YODEZEEN. This comfortable seating encourages guests to relax and enjoy their dining experience.

New York’s Revolving Restaurant, The View, Reopens

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 18, 2025 – Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) has reopened the View, the iconic revolving restaurant, bar, and lounge spanning two floors of the New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square.

A Panoramic Dining Experience

The 48th-floor bar and lounge completes a full 360-degree rotation every 45 minutes, while the main dining room, one level below, moves at a slightly slower pace, rotating once per hour—ensuring guests experience the Manhattan skyline from every perspective. Reemerging nearly five years after its last service, USHG partnered with Rockwell Group to reintroduce the View as a warm, celebratory dining experience that pays homage to Midtown’s energy and allure.

Rockwell Group’s Redesign: A Stage with a View

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Rides Wave of Extended Stay Growth to Record-Breaking Year

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 18, 2025 – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts capped off 2024 with unprecedented growth, achieving record-breaking results across several key performance indicators, including net-room expansion, RevPAR, and franchisee engagement. The company's strategic focus on the burgeoning extended stay market, coupled with international expansion and a shift towards higher-fee properties, fueled this remarkable success.

Record-Breaking Expansion and Retention

Wyndham opened an impressive 69,000 new rooms in 2024, marking the largest annual organic room addition in the company's history. This represents a substantial 4% increase from the previous year. Demonstrating the strength of its brand portfolio and franchisee relationships, Wyndham also achieved an all-time high global retention rate of 95.7%, a 10 basis point improvement.

The 25 Best Places to Travel in 2025

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 18, 2025 – In a world brimming with wanderlust, the destinations that stand out are those that not only offer captivating experiences but also prioritize sustainability, community engagement, and cultural preservation. BBC Travel, in collaboration with leading sustainable travel authorities, has compiled a list of the 25 best places to travel in 2025, showcasing destinations that are using tourism as a force for good.

Dominica: A Pioneer in Marine Conservation and Regenerative Tourism

How "The Love Boat" Set Sail and Transformed the Cruise Industry

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 18, 2025 – From humble steam-powered beginnings to the mega-liners of today, the cruise industry has undergone a dramatic transformation. The market's growth has been nothing short of phenomenal. In 1970, an estimated 500,000 people embarked on cruise holidays. By 1997, that number had skyrocketed to five million. What fueled this surge in popularity? Industry experts point to a certain television show with an undeniably catchy theme tune.

The Impact of "The Love Boat"

'White Lotus’ Expected to Lure More Tourists to Thailand: Exploring Season 3 Locations

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 18, 2025 – In recent years, no TV series has captivated viewers and sparked wanderlust quite like “The White Lotus.” With its blend of murder, scandal, stunning beaches, and wealthy characters behaving badly, the show has become a cultural phenomenon.1 The highly anticipated third season, premiering February 16th, takes viewers to another breathtaking destination: Thailand.2

Setting the Scene: Thailand's Allure

This season’s cast boasts an impressive lineup, including Carrie Coon, Michelle Monaghan, Jason Isaacs, Leslie Bibb, Walton Goggins, Parker Posey, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and Thailand’s own K-pop sensation, Lalisa ‘Lisa’ Manobal. Adding to the excitement, season one fan favorite Natasha Rothwell returns as spa manager Belinda.3 As Lalisa’s character “Mook” says in the trailer, “I hope you enjoy Thailand.”