Tourexpi
This
new project follows the success of Holiday Inn Resort Bodrum and will become
the second Holiday Inn Resort in the region. It also adds to IHG’s growing
presence in Türkiye, with 33 hotels currently open and 17 more in the pipeline.
Scheduled
to open in mid-2026, the 460-room resort will further solidify IHG’s position
in the Turkish leisure market. Located along the Aegean coast near Turgutreis
Marina, the resort will offer panoramic views of the sea and direct access to a
sandy beach. Designed with families and leisure travellers in mind, amenities
will include a large pool, spa, bar, event and conference spaces, and more.
Guests
at Holiday Inn Resort Bodrum West Beach will enjoy proximity to beaches,
nightlife, and cultural attractions, as well as easy access to yachting and
nearby Greek islands like Kos, making it an ideal destination for both
relaxation and exploration.
Willemijn
Geels, Vice President, Development, Europe at IHG Hotels & Resorts,
commented:
“Turgutreis
is one of the most vibrant destinations in Bodrum, attracting both
international and local travellers. This strategic signing allows us to
introduce the Holiday Inn Resort brand in another key leisure location in
Türkiye. We are proud to partner with Uslu Turizm Insaat Tasimacilik Sanayi ve
Ticaret A.S. and look forward to bringing this exciting vision to life by
combining their local insight with IHG’s global expertise and brand strength.”
Ersin
Uslu, Owner of Uslu Turizm Insaat Tasimacilik Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S., added:
“We
are delighted to work with IHG to realise this beautiful new resort. Their
established presence in Türkiye and flexible approach – including seasonal
offerings such as all-inclusive in high season and room-only in low season –
give us great confidence. We are certain that Holiday Inn Resort Bodrum West
Beach will stand out as a unique destination and contribute meaningfully to the
region’s tourism development.”
Holiday
Inn, one of the most recognised hotel brands in the world, was founded to offer
consistent, welcoming travel experiences for families and business travellers
alike. Today, the brand continues to evolve to meet the changing expectations
of modern travellers, while honouring its legacy of comfort and inclusivity.
With
this new addition, the number of Holiday Inn brand properties (open and in
development) in Türkiye now reaches 20. The new resort will join IHG’s existing
presence in the country across five brands: Six Senses, InterContinental,
Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn Express, and Holiday Inn.
Figures
accurate as of 31 March 2025 unless otherwise stated.
Image
Credit: © IHG Hotels & Resorts
The most interesting news


China and Japan See Record Foreign Arrivals
Visa-free policy drives tourism boom in China.


German air traffic continues to decline in June – 13% below pre-COVID levels
Berlin airport stuck at 71% recovery due to night flight ban.


Gulf Air to Add up to 18 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Its Widebody Fleet
Flag carrier of Bahrain expands all-787 fleet to support international network growth.


Discover the Untouched: Marriott Bonvoy’s Hidden Gems Across the Caribbean and Latin America
Marriott Bonvoy invites travelers to uncover some of the Caribbean and Latin America’s most untouched destinations—places where nature takes center stage, serenity feels authentic, and every step is a chance to reconnect with the world in its pur


Air France Launches New La Première Suites on Singapore Route
As of 15 July 2025, Air France is offering its new La Première suites on daily flights between Singapore Changi and Paris-Charles de Gaulle.


Agoda Reveals Top Travel Insights for Thailand in H1 2025
Digital travel platform Agoda has published its latest insights into inbound travel trends for Thailand during the first half of 2025, highlighting continued strong demand from regional markets.


Eurowings Enhances Onboard Experience with New Signature Moments
Small gestures and thoughtful details: Germany’s largest leisure airline continues to refine its in-flight offering.


Balancing Conservation and Tourism: German-Polish Project Develops Monitoring for Protected Areas
How can nature conservation and tourism coexist in sensitive protected areas? The German-Polish project "MoPA" aims to answer this by developing sustainable visitor management and socio-economic monitoring in the Lower Oder Valley.


Greece Introduces Cruise Passenger Fee to Boost Tourism Revenue
Greece has implemented a new fee targeting cruise ship passengers disembarking at its ports, aiming to increase national tourism revenue.


Turkish Citizens to Benefit from Facilitation in Schengen Visa Process: Foreign Ministry
Turkish citizens will, for the first time, be able to obtain multiple-entry Schengen visas more quickly and easily, according to a statement from sources at the Turkish Foreign Ministry on Friday.


Historic Ju 52 on its Way to the Lufthansa Group Conference and Visitor Center
The historic Junkers Ju 52, affectionately known as "Aunt Ju," is leaving Paderborn-Lippstadt to become a permanent exhibit at the new Lufthansa Group Conference and Visitor Center.


Over 102 000 Foreign Visitors in Antalya: July Record Broken
Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, has announced that on 19 July 2025, more than 102,000 foreign visitors entered Türkiye via the airports of Antalya and Gazipaşa—marking a new single-day record for the month of July.


Emirates Group Launches Massive Talent Drive to Power Its Next Era of Innovation and Expansion
The Group is recruiting over 17,300 professionals across 350 roles in 2025.


Germany’s Travel & Tourism Sector to Break All-Time Records in 2025
Germany is set to make Travel & Tourism history in 2025, with every major performance indicator expected to reach record levels, according to new data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).


Information Overload: Sabre Finds Content Fragmentation Is A Big Problem
Travel agencies around the world are struggling with rising operational costs and inconsistent customer experiences due to a growing fragmentation of content systems.


Emirates to Introduce Third Daily Flight to Mauritius to Facilitate Travel Across Its Global Network
Emirates has announced the launch of a third daily flight to Mauritius starting 1 December, further supporting inbound tourism to the island nation.


IHG Hotels & Resorts Announces First voco Resort in Oman with the Signing of voco Al Mouj Muscat
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a management agreement with Golden Group Holding for voco Al Mouj Muscat, a 251-room beachfront resort set to open in the fourth quarter of 2025.


Boutique Meets Basalt: Cave Luxury at Signature Cave Cappadocia
Amidst surreal tuff rock formations, ancient cave churches, and millennia-old rock dwellings, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a unique boutique property: Signature Cave Cappadocia, Trademark Collection by Wyndham—an extraordinary retreat in o


Marriott International Completes Acquisition of citizenM Brand
Transaction Expands Company's Global Lifestyle Offerings.


Escape the Sizzle: Agoda’s Cool Picks in Asia to Beat the Summer Heat
As heat waves roll across Asia this summer, travelers are searching for ways to cool off.


Agoda Ranks Asia's Most Affordable Summer Destinations for Hoteliers to Manage Yields from Deals
Surabaya leads the list of top-value destinations across Asia, with average room rates at just $35 per night, according to digital travel platform Agoda.
