The partnership involves the development of a high-end 36,115 sq m Clinique La Prairie Health Resort within Amaala, which is located on Saudi Arabia’s north-western coastline. Wellness pillars The exclusive resort will offer 66 ultra-luxury suites and 13 branded residence villas when it opens in Q3 2024. A central ‘Longevity Plaza’ will lead to four resort areas corresponding to each of the … [Read more...]
Dusit gives sneak peek of first Japanese hotels
Both set to debut in Kyoto, Asai Kyoto Shijo and Dusit Thani Kyoto will open in June and September 2023, respectively. Milestone entries Leveraging more than 70 years of experience in operating hotels and resorts in key destinations worldwide, Dusit Hotels and Resorts’ milestone entries in Japan promise to bring stay and dining experiences inspired by the four key pillars of ‘Dusit … [Read more...]
TECEsquare: Perfectly shaped operating comfort on the toilet
With its timeless shape and high quality materials, the TECEsquare toilet flush plate is the favourite of many architects and bathroom planners. TECE is now updating it with new, innovative metal colours and glass surfaces, adopting the latest design trends from the interior and fittings sector. Toilet flush plates may not be the focus of bathroom planning, but a carefully chosen and … [Read more...]
International and luxury sites drive Marriott growth
The group’s 2022 year-end financial results showed that net rooms grew 3.1% over those 12 months. Growth acceleration Marriott International added more than 65,000 rooms within 394 properties globally during 2022, including approximately 40,000 rooms in international markets and nearly 17,500 conversion rooms. This progress means the company is predicting net room growth for 2023 of between … [Read more...]
London hotel group promotes senior executive to CEO
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Four Seasons signs up for Red Sea megaproject
The resulting Four Seasons Red Sea resort will be part of a luxury beachside destination on natural islands and lagoons along the west coast of Saudi Arabia between the cities of Umluj and Al Wajh. Hub location The new resort will be located on Shura Island, the hub of the development, which will also be home to a yacht marina, leisure and lifestyle facilities, retail offerings and an … [Read more...]
IHCL brings Taj wellness resort to Gandhinagar
This luxury brownfield resort is slated to open in May 2023 within the western Indian state of Gujurat. Indian wellness The highlight of the 118-key Taj Resort & Spa Gandhinagar will be the Jiva spa, which is rooted in India’s ancient wellness traditions, offering holistic programmes including yoga and meditation. The spa facilities will include eight treatment rooms, relaxation lounge, … [Read more...]
The Metamorphosis of Luxury Hospitality: Embracing Bespoke FF&E Furniture
The demand for bespoke furniture is steadily rising since it facilitates a unique opportunity to stand apart from the crowd, creating a superior guest experience. In an era where hospitality trends are rapidly evolving, bespoke furniture is emerging as a requisite for setting an opulent ambience. Most remarkably, bespoke furniture collections, dispel the redundance of the modern hotel experience, … [Read more...]
Deep dive with Scott Socha, group president, Delaware North
Scott Socha detailed the firm’s latest developments, including the acquisition of the 322-key Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squire Inn in Tusayan, Arizona, which is being renamed Squire Resort at the Grand Canyon, before transitioning to the Best Western Signature Collection by mid-year. Why did Delaware North decide to acquire Squire Inn? Delaware North has been an active member of the Grand … [Read more...]
Hilton plans Spanish palace project
Within the walls of the UNESCO World Heritage City, Palacio de Godoy Cáceres, Curio Collection by Hilton is expected to open in 2024. Full facilities Located in Cáceres’ old town, the former palace will offer 72 guestrooms, including eight suites, while the hotel’s restaurant and bar will serve typical local food and drink both indoors and on the hotel’s 1,000 sq m garden. Meeting and events space … [Read more...]
Aleph and Fauchon team up for Middle East and Africa hotel development
With a focus on cosmopolitan cities and luxury leisure destinations, the Fauchon L’Hôtel portfolio will comprise boutique hotels, retreats, beach clubs and residences in exceptional locations with superior culinary concepts and indulgent private services. Fauchon history Founded in 1886 by Auguste Fauchon, Fauchon is a luxury contemporary gastronomy brand with a French DNA, comprising a collection … [Read more...]
IHG’s voco to double Thai sites
The deal with Thai real estate investor and developer Tawanna Property Company Limited will see the former Tawanna Bangkok hotel rebranded as voco Bangkok Surawong. Full renovation The 242-room site will now undergo a full renovation, ready for reopening in Q2 2025. Located a 40-minute drive from Suvarnabhumi International Airport, the hotel’s facilities include two restaurants and bars, more than … [Read more...]
Amadeus’ specialized media strategies delivered proven results for clients in 2022
Amadeus is committed to renewing travel by pursuing sustainable growth for our clients using a full suite of advertising solutions that allow travel providers to better connect with and target their respective audiences. Available as Amadeus Media Solutions, our unique set of services helps the travel industry reach travelers and travel sellers thanks to innovative omni-channel marketing … [Read more...]
LA’s tourism comeback supported by solid hotel pipeline
According to the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, the city’s visitor numbers in 2022 reached 46.4 million, 91% of 2019’s record-setting 50.7 million tourists. 2023 predictions In 2023, LA County is predicted to reach near full recovery to 2019 visitation with a total of 50.3 million visitors, 99% of 2019’s numbers. These levels are expected to be driven by domestic US visitation, … [Read more...]
Project of the Week: Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is taking on the management of the former Hotel Formentor, which is being transformed into the luxury Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor. Mediterranean spectacular Perched on the spectacular Formentor Peninsula and backed by panoramic vistas of the Mediterranean and the surrounding landscapes, the hotel was originally opened in 1929 within an expansive … [Read more...]
Outdoor experiential brand selected for Saudi mountain resort
The partnership will result in a next generation, sustainable retreat slated to open at the start of 2026. Re-imagined outdoor hospitality Collective Trojena is aimed at re-imagining the outdoor hospitality experience, featuring approximately 60 open-air guestrooms and meeting space concepts as well as water features, communal campfires and culinary destinations. The site will showcase a blend of … [Read more...]
TFE previews Melbourne prison conversion project
The one-billion-dollar transformation into a dining and entertainment precinct will house the 106-room Adina Apartment Hotel Pentridge Melbourne. Contemporary design TFE Hotels’ contemporary new aparthotel has been deliberately designed to contrast and complement the 170-year-old heritage site-turned-modern-lifestyle-precinct, which is being developed by Shayher Group. Officially launching in … [Read more...]
Original equestrian art for hotels. Solutions for small and huge budgets
The history of visual arts starts from the early ages of humanity from the images of animals and it is still one of the popular themes.Equestrian art has a long history, because the horse during many centuries was the loyal friend to a man and accompanied him in wars, work, sport and trips. We can see amazing equestrian artworks from the caves 17 000 years ago to contemporary art.In our gallery we … [Read more...]
Hilton looks to exceed 2022’s almost a hotel per day expansion rate
During the full year 2022, Hilton opened 355 new hotels – nearly one hotel per day – totalling 58,200 rooms, and achieved net unit growth of 48,300 rooms, representing 4.7% of the portfolio. The organisation believes 2023 will outpace those figures, with full year net unit growth forecast to be between 5.0% and 5.5%. Fourth quarter milestones Within just the fourth quarter of last year, the group … [Read more...]
Accor continues consistent global network growth
In 2022, the group opened 299 hotels, corresponding to 43,000 rooms, which equates to a net organic growth in the network of 3.2% over the 12-month period. State of play At end-December 2022, Accor had a hotel portfolio of 802,269 rooms, which represents a 1.7% growth in just one quarter, from end-September’s 789,152 rooms. Likewise the number of sites grew 1.6% quarter on quarter, from 5,357 to … [Read more...]