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Marriott International makes its Cape Verde debut with Four Points by Sheraton São Vicente Resort opening in March 2026. The beachfront property targets leisure and business travelers to the Atlantic island destination.

Maldivian marks 18 years of operations to India with expanded service to Thiruvananthapuram and Cochin. The national airline strengthens regional connectivity and tourism ties in 2026.

Etihad Airways launches first scheduled service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport in March 2026, operating state-of-the-art Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The new route connects North Carolina to the UAE carrier's Asia and India network.

Air Premia expands Americas-Southeast Asia connectivity through a new interline partnership with Thai Airways, launching March 30, 2026. The collaboration bridges Korean and Thai aviation networks for travelers heading to North and South America.

Miami Beach welcomes visitors in April 2026 with Pride celebrations, fitness competitions, and exclusive hotel offers showcasing the destination's signature energy and inclusivity across vibrant beachside events.

United By Nature unveils Going Public, a 2026 national campaign celebrating America's public lands and building a bipartisan conservation movement across cultural divides.

Sunset World Group announces Easter 2026 programming across Cancun and Riviera Maya resorts, featuring family activities, culinary events, and nightly entertainment for Club Sunset members and guests.

The St. Regis Kanai Resort in Riviera Maya hosts Torneo del Sol pétanque tournament on April 18, 2026, marking the luxury resort's signature winter season finale with French sport and coastal dining.

NBC's TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle filmed two special episodes at Sandals Dunn's River in Jamaica, showcasing the island's culture to millions of American viewers in March 2026.

Portofino Hotel & Marina in Southern California's South Bay announces partnership with Beauty at the Bay medical spa in 2026, offering guests 10% discounts on wellness services. Both hotel and dining visitors benefit from the exclusive collaboration.

JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa completes major renovation of 115,000 sq ft meeting space in 2026. Desert-modern design and upgraded tech redefine corporate gatherings in Arizona.

Jill Chalmers, Managing Director of five-star Glenapp Castle, received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Scottish Excellence Awards in Edinburgh, recognizing her decades-long impact on Scotland's luxury hospitality sector.