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Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor is expanding its spa portfolio with seven new facial treatments, featuring premium brands such as Biologique Recherche, Sepai, Seaskin for Life and Gaia Natural Product, all based on natural ingredients.

An exclusive Biologique Recherche Skincare Masterclass will be held on 4 April 2026. The 90‑minute session combines theory and hands‑on

To celebrate the arrival of spring, Isa Restaurant & Cocktail Bar – the Asian‑inspired dining venue at Four Seasons Hotel Madrid – launches a three‑week Sakura programme.

From now until 19 April 2026 a limited‑time menu, priced at €55 per guest, will be served. Highlights include an oyster starter with sakura‑flavoured shaved ice, a beet‑root and spring‑onion cured salmon,

With the arrival of spring, the pace of city life eases and outdoor spaces come back to life. From the seventh floor of Four Seasons Hotel Madrid, the roof terrace of Dani Brasserie now offers a seasonal cocktail menu called Spring & Bubbles, designed to be enjoyed alongside the restaurant’s Mediterranean cuisine.

The programme runs until 21 June 2026 and focuses on highball‑style

El Patio, the lounge situated in the grand lobby of Four Seasons Hotel Madrid, is introducing a fresh selection of desserts that blend classic Spanish flavors with modern twists. Led by pastry chef María José Parra, the team uses seasonal ingredients to create sweet offerings that are both familiar and innovative.

The venue, set within the historic former Operations Hall of the

Four Seasons Hotel Madrid has announced that Patrick Pollak will take over as Regional Vice‑President and General Manager. After nearly three decades with the Four Seasons brand, Pollak brings a wealth of international luxury‑hospitality experience, having led several flagship properties across North America, Asia and Mexico.

Born in Mexico City to French parents, he grew up

Minor Hotels, the international hospitality group with more than 640 properties worldwide, announced the creation of a new soft‑brand called Colbert Collection. The brand is positioned in the premium segment and unites independent hotels that share a common philosophy: memorable experiences are felt rather than described.

Inspired by the convivial atmosphere of Parisian boulevard

Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor has reopened for the 2026 season and is offering a curated Easter programme designed for families, food lovers and adventure‑seeking guests.

On 29 March and 5 April the resort will host “Family Sunday Lunch – Arroces y Sobremesa” at the restaurant Quiosc. Two set menus will be available:

To help couples find the perfect setting for their nuptial celebrations, Anantara has assembled a selection of Europe’s most enchanting venues for 2026. Each property blends local heritage with luxury amenities, offering memorable backdrops for both intimate ceremonies and larger gatherings.

Located on the historic Piazza della Repubblica, Anantara Palazzo

From 4 to 8 March 2026, Four Seasons Hotel Madrid will open its historic Royal Suite to the public for a special exhibition featuring Spanish contemporary artist Cristina Lucas. The project coincides with the ARCO art fair and is presented in partnership with collectors Blanca and Borja Thyssen‑Bornemisza.

Visitors may attend the exhibition during designated morning (11:00 am

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has released a new study indicating that cumulative travel‑and‑tourism investment across major economies will reach US$12.5 trillion by 2035. The report, prepared with Oxford Economics and presented at ITB Berlin, forecasts that demand for travel and tourism within the G20 will expand at an average annual rate of 3.3 % over the next decade, while capital

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has strongly criticized recent comments by Maurici Lucena, Chairman and CEO of AENA, the principal airport operator in Spain. Lucena suggested that airlines demanding lower airport charges were compromising safety and security.

IATA Director General Willie Walsh emphasized that safety is the aviation sector’s foremost priority

From 17 to 23 February 2026 the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) carried out an intensive promotional tour across the Iberian Peninsula, aiming to reinforce the island’s visibility in key European travel markets and to deepen ties with industry partners.

The Spanish segment, organised by charter operator W2M, comprised presentations

The Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor will welcome guests again on 18 March 2026. The reopening is accompanied by a range of fresh facilities and programmes, with a strong emphasis on gastronomy, wellness and a special Easter promotion.

The resort’s new spa partners with premium brands such as Biologique Recherche, Sepai, Seaskin for Life and

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) together with the Spanish Airline Association (ALA) have proposed that Spanish airport charges be lowered by 4.9 % per year (excluding inflation) for the period 2027‑2031. The request is intended to keep the planned airport investment programme of roughly €10 billion viable while improving the competitiveness of Spain’s tourism sector.

Minor Hotels, the international hotel owner and operator with more than 640 properties worldwide, announced a strong financial performance for 2025. Core profit rose to THB 6.84 billion (about USD 217 million), a 32 % increase compared with the previous year.

Key operating figures for the year were:

For the fourth year in a row, Four Seasons Hotel Madrid has been awarded the Forbes Travel Guide Five‑Star rating, confirming the top status for both the hotel and its spa.

Set in a collection of seven historic buildings near the city’s main attractions, the property offers 200 guest rooms and suites, a private collection of more than 1,500 artworks, and two signature dining

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) wrapped up a high‑level summit in Madrid, gathering senior industry executives, government ministers and policy makers to discuss financing hurdles and growth opportunities for the global travel and tourism sector.

The event was chaired by WTTC President and CEO Gloria Guevara and featured UN Tourism Secretary‑General Shaikha Al Nowais, together

On 21–22 January the sixth international gathering of the Tourism4SDG initiative took place in the Castilla‑y‑León region of Spain, hosted in Valladolid. The two‑day event focused on practical ways to embed the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals into tourism operations, emphasizing measurable outcomes and business‑wide involvement.

The delegation from Tartu County was

The Republic of San Marino reinforced its standing in international tourism today during a high‑level meeting in Madrid. The delegation, headed by Tourism Minister Federico Pedini Amati and his Chief of Cabinet Alan Gasperoni, who also serves as San Marino’s UN Tourism Focal Point, discussed programme priorities with senior officials of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

The

Visit Maldives Corporation took part in FITUR 2026, the world‑leading tourism exhibition held in Madrid from 21 to 25 January. The fair gathered more than 50 000 trade participants and exhibitors, providing an ideal setting for networking and business development.

The Maldives stand was designed to showcase the archipelago’s pristine nature, luxury accommodation, romantic escapes,