* “Economy, Midscale & Premium Division”, comprising notably the Group’s brands ibis, Novotel, Mercure, Swissôtel, Mövenpick and Pullman, covering 4,816 hotels worldwide and 948 new properties in development. This division will incorporate leadership positions in Europe, Latin America, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, and will be structured around four regional headquarters based in Paris, Sao Paulo, Singapore and Shanghai. It will focus its strategy on accelerating its development notably through franchises, the rejuvenation of its brands and the industrialization of our operating model.* “Luxury & Lifestyle Division”, bringing together Accor’s luxury brands as well as the Group’s lifestyle entity, Ennismore, and covering 488 hotels globally and 266 new properties in development. This division focused on Luxury and Lifestyle will be structured by brand around 4 pillars: Raffles & Orient Express, Fairmont, Sofitel & MGallery, and Ennismore. It will be committed to strengthening the identities of its iconic brands, investing in top talents, selecting the best locations and offering unique and innovative experiences.
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Wednesday 6 July 2022
Accor making major changes to its structure.....
Sunday 26 June 2022
Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts Enters a Renovation Revival
Le Méridien Lav, Split: Located on the Dalmatian Coast, just a short drive from the centre of Split, the hotel offers spectacular views over the Adriatic coastline and nearby islands. |
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Thursday 9 June 2022
One&Only Private Homes and ‘The Residences’ are now available for sale in Dubai's latest landmark
Thursday 2 June 2022
Selina Opens U.S. Flagship Hotel in Washington, D.C.’s Union Market
Friday 27 May 2022
388 Ventures and Life House Announce Opening of The Lenox Collection in the Berkshires
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Following extensive renovations, three-storied boutique properties located in downtown Lenox are reopening together as part of The Lenox Collection, a newly reimagined family of inns connected by their deep historical roots in the town and elevated contextual design. As part of the reopening is Ophelia's, a 66-seat restaurant and bar offering farm-to-table comfort food in an intimate indoor-outdoor setting, with locally sourced ingredients and curated cocktail list. New York-based firm 388 Ventures acquired the properties in 2021 and brought on an independent hotel management company, Life House, to lead design and branding, as well as oversee all hotel and F&B operations leveraging their tech-enabled management platform.
At the heart of the collection is the Whitlock - formally The Church Street Inn - built in 1771 by John Whitlock, a local farmer who turned his two-room farmhouse into an inn for stagecoach travellers. The property now takes cues from its natural surroundings with a rustic and warm feel reminiscent of its farmhouse origins. The Whitlock’s bar and restaurant, Ophelia’s, pays homage to the ingredients and labours of the hotel’s namesake. With locally-inspired farm-to-table cuisine with dishes featuring herbs & garnishes from local purveyors, Ophelia’s is already becoming a favourite among locals, guests, and downtown passers-by.
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Located in the historic centre of town is The Constance - formally the Rookwood Inn - which was built in 1825 as The Williams Tavern. In the 1880s it was purchased by Frederick Constance Peters, a businessman from England, who turned the property into ancillary lodging for owners of Lenox’s famed Gilded Age estates. The inn has been completely reimagined with an extensive renovation to restore and enhance the elegant charm and whimsical character of the storied property with the benefit of modern guest amenities - its lounge is pictured above.
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Tuesday 17 May 2022
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has confirmed the opening of Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, a private island retreat located in the picturesque Raa Atoll at the northern edge of the Maldives.
The Hyatt Hotels Corporation has confirmed the opening of Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, a private island retreat located in the picturesque Raa Atoll at the northern edge of the Maldives. The all-pool-villa resort offers a refreshing blend of serenity and discovery in a relatively untouched corner of the archipelago renowned for its abundant marine life.
Sunday 15 May 2022
AC Hotels by Marriott Unveils First Hotel in Australia with the Opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank
Saturday 14 May 2022
Soho House Copenhagen set to open in July.....
New Hilton hotel set to open in San Sebastián, Spain in 2024
Friday 13 May 2022
Hilton announced the opening of Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort
Hilton announced the opening of Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort, marking the company’s first-ever all-inclusive offering in Tulum. Located beyond the mangroves and overlooking the white-sand beaches and Caribbean coastline of the Riviera Maya, the beachside resort is a destination unto itself, offering a new kind of retreat for travellers seeking great service and extensive amenities alongside enriching the culture and lasting experiences. The resort offers rooms and suites in three-story villa-style buildings, a variety of dining experiences including five signature restaurants, a vast selection of entertainment, activities and pools and a dedicated, secluded Family Zone with a water park playground. With 735 rooms, Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort is Hilton’s largest resort in the Caribbean and Latin America and joins the campus of the recently debuted Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, with nearly 30 additional Hilton-branded properties set to open in Mexico in the coming years.
Thursday 12 May 2022
Hang Eleven Properties and Life House Team up on New-Build Hotel in Squamish, British Columbia
Local entrepreneur and developer Rodney Wilson will soon break ground on Beldi, a 48-key boutique hotel in Squamish, British Columbia. Independent hotel management company Life House will oversee operations. The hotel concept and design will be a collaboration between HunterOffice, an architectural firm and urban infill specialist based in Squamish, and Ste. Marie Studio, is a commercial interior design studio and creative consultancy based in Vancouver.
Tuesday 3 May 2022
Celebrating the launch of its newest lifestyle brand, Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the introduction of the Caption by Hyatt brand with the planned summer 2022
Caption by Hyatt hotels will combine the design and comfort of an upscale, lifestyle-forward hotel with the flexibility of a select-service property. Grounded in caring for people and place and creating connections between them, the Caption by Hyatt brand is committed to hiring diverse talent, vendors, artisans, and suppliers – and celebrating the diversity of people in the communities in which Caption by Hyatt hotels will be located.
“The Caption by Hyatt brand was designed to reimagine what it means to see your own lifestyle and values reflected in travel,” shares vice president and global brand leader of Hyatt’s lifestyle & luxury brands, Crystal Vinisse Thomas. “We wanted to offer a space where you can do you and be you and create an environment that encourages guests to make the Caption by Hyatt experience their own. We’re thrilled to see the first Caption by Hyatt hotel come to life on vibrant Beale Street in Memphis.”
Upcycled & community-inspired Design and Décor
By rethinking how spaces are constructed, how materials are used, and how art and accessories are implemented, Caption by Hyatt hotels will create an environment that feels more authentic and playful, but also more lasting and responsible.
Reflective of the brand’s eclectic contemporary-meets-urban industrial aesthetic, the hotel will feature light-filled contemporary spaces with a strong industrial flare. Designed by HBG Design, Caption by Hyatt Beale Street Memphis will be integrated into the historic main building of Wm. C Ellis & Sons Ironworks and Machine Shop, one of the earliest and longest-running businesses in the city. The historic building will house the hotel’s ground and second floors, and a new 136-guestroom tower will rise above, offering guests spectacular views of the Mississippi River and Memphis skyline. The property will combine a layering of colours, textures, and hand-painted murals that nod to the storied city it calls home.
A commitment to sustainability will also be incorporated at every level of the brand, including prohibiting zero single-use plastics, placing hydration stations on every floor and utilizing materials with recycled content as well as materials that improve with age and use.
Monday 25 April 2022
The largest Pullman hotel in Europe reopens its doors........
Hilton Boosts Eco-Conscious Travel Across Properties in Asia Pacific
70% reduction in landfilled waste per square meter from the 2008 baseline (2030 goal: 50%)49% reduction in CO2 emissions intensity per square meter from 2008 baseline (2030 goal: 61%)39% reduction in water consumption per square meter from the 2008 baseline (2030 goal: 50%)$1B+ cumulative savings in energy costs since 2009, monitored through LightStay.
Sunday 24 April 2022
More than a million blooms at Dollywood’s Flower & Food Festival until 5th June
Wednesday 20 April 2022
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley launches Private Retreats
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Monday 18 April 2022
Redefining the Traditional Hotel Stay: Hilton’s Lifestyle Category Pipeline Expected to More Than Double Over Next Decade
Canopy by Hilton Expands Presence in U.S. and France
Conveniently located in central Cannes, the 143-room hotel is a short walk from the iconic French city’s beaches, Old Port and the world-famous Palais des Festivals.Canopy by Hilton Nashville Downtown The Gulch (Winter 2024)Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown (Spring 2024)Offering 20,000 square feet of convention space and 12 flexible meeting rooms, the 216-room hotel overlooks the scenic falls and features a signature Italian restaurant concept.
Tempo by Hilton Sets Sights on Scenic U.S. Destinations
Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown Nashville Yards (Spring 2024)Tempo by Hilton Memphis Downtown Union Row (Summer 2024)The 166-room hotel, ideally located on a central artery to downtown Memphis, will be within walking distance of FedEx Forum, Beale Street and AutoZone Park and will serve as an integral component of The Walk on Union mixed-use development.Tempo by Hilton Nashville Midtown (Fall 2024)Planned for the thriving Midtown/West End submarket of Nashville, the 161-room, 11-story property will offer a restaurant/bar with outdoor seating and is within walking distance to Vanderbilt University and the area’s most sought-after attractions.Tempo by Hilton Myrtle Beach Beachfront (Fall 2024)Guests will enjoy breathtaking views at the 250-room, oceanfront property, which will join a Home2 Suites by Hilton for a dual-branded, 11-story hotel, featuring a rooftop bar and lounge.Tempo by Hilton San Diego Downtown- Gaslamp Quarter (Spring 2025)Centrally located on 8th Avenue and Broadway, the 317-room hotel will be dual-branded with a Homewood Suites by Hilton and have views overlooking San Diego Bay and the skyline, plus a restaurant, bar and lounge on the street level with outdoor seating.
Motto by Hilton Enters Brazil for the First Time
Motto by Hilton Sao Paulo Ibirapuera (Fall 2024)Motto by Hilton Recife (Fall 2024)Boasting a café on the ground floor and a rooftop pub with views of Recife’s historic downtown and the sea, the 132-room hotel will be within walking distance from Marco Zero, Passo do Frevo and the first synagogue in The Americas.
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