Category Hotel, Events, Organisations & Operators

As springtime in Egypt prepares to welcome Sham El Nessim—a 4,000-year-old celebration marking the arrival of spring and the renewal of life—the Nile takes on a new glimmer. Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza introduces its own interpretation of the season: one shaped by thoughtful service, exceptional culinary craft, and the unmistakable warmth that defines the hotel’s guest experience.

As springtime in Egypt prepares to welcome Sham El Nessim—a 4,000-year-old celebration marking the arrival of spring and the renewal of life—the Nile takes on a new glimmer. Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza introduces its own interpretation of the season: one shaped by thoughtful service, exceptional culinary craft, and the unmistakable warmth that defines the hotel’s guest experience.

As fans across Europe, the UK and Ireland eagerly anticipate what’s set to be the biggest Guinness Women’s Six Nations ever, IHG Hotels & Resorts – official hotel partner of the Championships – reveals 92% of sports fans agree that watching the Guinness Women’s Six Nations live is an inclusive and entertaining experience with nearly half (46%) stating they’d consider a weekend away to watch a Guinness women’s Six Nations match.

As Media Partner of FHS Africa, Breaking Travel News sat down with a number of key delegates to hear their perspective on the market and where it is heading next. In this interview, we speak to Rose Diaz, Global Director, Commercial & Real Estate Capital Markets at Maison 71, the Abu Dhabi-headquartered global real estate and commercial advisory firm, to discuss investor sentiment, hospitality-led development, and the long-term opportunity across Africa.

World-renowned luxury hospitality brand, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, announces the debut of six new experiences in its much anticipated “Special Happens…” series spanning its global portfolio. Further advancing the brand’s commitment to Make Special Happen for all guests, the offerings highlight Fairmont’s signature service and sense of celebration. The collection showcases new ‘must try’ experiences which are anchored in four categories:  “After Dark”; “In the Wild”; “Around the Table”; and “In the Spotlight.”.

From barefoot ceremonies on powder-soft white sand to elegant vows beneath an oceanfront gazebo, weddings at Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa are designed to be truly unforgettable. Every couple benefits from the expertise of a dedicated pre-travel wedding planner, complemented by an on-site coordinator who seamlessly manages every detail — from décor and logistics to music and timing. The result is a flawlessly executed celebration, allowing couples to relax and savour every moment from arrival through to “I do.”

The Indian Ocean does not need much convincing to put on a show. But for one week each September, it outdoes itself. At Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa, the Surfing Champions Trophy is confirmed to return to the legendary Sultans break from September 4 to 11, 2026, and with it comes the promise of world-class surfing, sun-bleached evenings, and the kind of access that rarely exists anywhere else on earth.

Now entering its 14th edition, the Surfing Champions Trophy is one of the most singular events in sport: an invitation-only gathering of surfing’s finest, competing across three board disciplines (single fin, twin fin and thruster) at one of the Maldives’ well-known reef breaks, with Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa as the garden-island base for competitors, judges and guests alike.

As winter gently fades into Riviera Maya’s golden spring, The St. Regis Kanai Resort prepares to close the season in signature style—with a celebration that blends sport, gastronomy, and effortless coastal glamour. On April 18th, 2026, the resort will host Pétanque – Torneo del Sol, a sun-drenched tournament where the timeless French game becomes the backdrop for a day devoted to culture, connection, and the art of living.

Sandals Dunn’s River took center stage on national television as NBC’s TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle traded the studio for the resort’s oceanfront setting, airing two special episodes that showcased Jamaica’s vibrant culture, music and natural beauty to millions of viewers across the country. Filmed at iconic destination hotspots and along a stretch of the resort’s beach, the shows captured the co-hosts’ first trip since Sheinelle Jones officially joined Jenna Bush Hager earlier this year. Sponsored by Sandals Resorts and the Jamaica Tourist Board, the hosts were welcomed to an immersive celebration of the island’s rhythm, flavor and creativity, all set against the shores of Jamaica’s north coast.

Grande Lakes Orlando, the 500-acre luxury resort destination and home to The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, is pleased to announce the launch of the exclusive Ritz-Carlton Signature Experiences featuring curated luxury programming changing the way guests travel. As the only resort in Central Florida to receive a Forbes Five Star recognition, the resort continues to demonstrate what makes it special through these unique experiences tied to their property and location, including culinary immersions, astro-tourism activities, nature escapades and more.