

NEWS: SM Hotels Names Hospitality Veteran Melissa J. Carlos as New VP—What This Means for SMHCC’s Next Growth Phase
SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC) announces the appointment of Melissa J. Carlos as Vice President for Commercial, further strengthening its senior leadership team as the company continues to expand its portfolio and strengthen its position as one of the country’s leading hospitality groups.


FEATURES: New Zealand Makes Michelin History with Its First Guide
The announcement sent ripples of pride through New Zealand’s hospitality and tourism sectors. More than a list of restaurants, the guide revealed a country whose culinary identity is deeply rooted in its land, sea, and people, and whose hospitality feels both world-class and wonderfully grounded.


NEWS: 9 European Countries Seek Extension of Temporary EES Border Measures Amid Ongoing Travel Disruptions
Nine European countries have jointly urged the European Union to extend temporary measures that allow border authorities to ease biometric checks under the Entry/Exit System (EES), citing persistent congestion at border crossings and continued disruption to travelers and the transport sector.

















