Avani Hotels & Resorts continues its dynamic expansion with the launch of its first new-build hotel in the Middle East region – Avani Ibn Battuta Dubai. Located adjacent to Ibn Battuta Mall and Ibn Battuta Metro Link, close to Dubai Marina and the site for upcoming Dubai Expo 2020, the new 18-storey hotel offers multiple accommodation options and a spacious terrace with resort-style swimming pool, cabanas and poolside dining.

The multi-award winning Vakkaru Maldives has unveiled its newly refurbished villas setting a heightened standard and elevated experience for luxury tropical island. The product enhancement included facility upgrades to the existing Beach Bungalows, Two Bedroom Beach Villas and Over Water Family Villas by adding outdoor whirlpools and private swimming pools.

The tipping point for Banyan Tree Samui might have been the 213,314 plastic bottles the resort passed out to guests in 2017.
Or the 42,150 plastic bags they used to haul away trash that year. Or the 176,880 meters of cling film that they used to package food products. The resort has implemented now changes that will turn the property plastic-free.

The days of the extra long, leisurely vacation are over. At least, they seem to be for Millennials. Therefore, the microcation has become the most popular way for many Millennials to finally get out of the office. But, what is a microcation anyway?

Hilton launches Tempo by Hilton, an approachable lifestyle brand curated to serve a growing segment of “modern achievers” who seek a hotel experience that reflects their ambition.