Onefinestay Bolsters Market Position with New Leadership and Strategic Focus
Accor's strong brand and new leadership are being used by luxury short-term rental company Onefinestay to strengthen its market position in important locations. Historically seen as budget-friendly alternatives to hotels, short-term rentals have now become dominant players in the luxury hospitality sector...
Atzaró Group Announces Opening of Luxury Hotel in Cape Town
The prestigious global luxury hospitality brand Atzaró Group, which has its origins in Ibiza, has announced the launch of Atzaró Cape Town, a boutique luxury hotel that will open its doors in June 2024. Situated on the outskirts of Cape Town, at the base of Table Mountain, the hotel offers a harmonious fusion of dynamic metropolitan culture and unspoiled natural beauty...
Wyndham Rewards Expands All-Inclusive Offerings with Decameron Partnership
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has recently enhanced its all-inclusive portfolio through a strategic partnership with Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts. This collaboration introduces nine new resorts across Mexico, Panama, and Jamaica to the Wyndham Rewards program, significantly expanding Wyndham’s global all-inclusive offerings to over 50 resorts...
Mandarin Oriental Expands Italian Portfolio with New Rome Property
With the announcement of the construction of a new luxury hotel in Rome, the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has increased the number of properties it owns in Italy to five. It is planned for 2026 for this new enterprise to operate within The Gardens of Sallust, a historic estate...
Bustronome: London’s Unique Fine-Dining Experience on A Double-Decker Bus
London's latest culinary innovation, Bustronome, offers an exceptional fine-dining experience aboard a converted double-decker bus. This unique venture combines the allure of a traditional sightseeing tour with the elegance of gourmet dining, providing an unparalleled way to explore the city...
Luxurious Private Villas Now Available for Rent in Provence
Recently, a selection of opulent holiday rentals in the scenic South of France were revealed by the British hospitality brand. Situated in highly sought-after locations like Gordes, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, and Ménerbes, these exclusive properties provide guests with an extravagant experience right in the heart of Provence...
Uniquely Luxurious: Exploring Europe’s Most Extraordinary Hotels
Tucked away on 1,700 acres of verdant grounds with sweeping views of Tuscany's majestic Apennine Mountains and tranquil Serchio Valley, the Renaissance Tuscany Il Ciocco Resort & Spa is a wine lover's paradise. With 180 beautifully furnished rooms and suites, this sophisticated retreat offers visitors a one-of-a-kind sensory experience...
Hospitality Giants Embrace Wellness Trends with Enhanced Fitness and Hiking Offerings
As travelers increasingly seek experiences that promote health and well-being, major hospitality brands like Marriott and Hyatt are responding with robust fitness and wellness offerings. This trend is in line with data from the Global Wellness Institute, which reports that wellness tourism has outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade and projects annual growth rates of 14.7% for wellness trips and 16.6% for wellness trip expenditures through 2027...
Classic Vacations Enhances Digital Platform to Empower Luxury Travel Advisors
Classic Vacations, the globally acclaimed luxury travel company, continues to advance its digital transformation with significant upgrades to its Online Booking platform. The enhancements are designed to provide Travel Advisors with an array of sophisticated tools aimed at streamlining the booking process and enhancing the client experience...
Luxury Fashion Brands Expand into Culinary Ventures to Attract New Generations
The intersection of luxury fashion and fine dining is becoming an increasingly popular strategy for high-end brands seeking to expand their appeal and provide unique experiences. Pioneered by Ralph Lauren in 1999 with the opening of his first restaurant, RL, in Chicago, this trend has gained momentum over the past 25 years...
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The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023
Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023. We recognize the outstanding achievements of these leaders who are at the highest levels of the hospitality industry. Despite the many titles that can be found in this year's list – whether it be CEO, president, or founder – all of these exceptional individuals are responsible for overseeing the overall business strategies for some of the most respected names in the world of luxury hotels...
The Top 25 Hotels and Executives of New York for 2023
Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotels of New York for 2023. No place epitomizes luxury like the Empire State. Its iconic metropolis, New York City, or the Big Apple, stands as a premier destination for those seeking a myriad of upscale accommodations. In Manhattan alone, the area boasts hundreds of hotels catering to diverse and discriminating tastes. Ranging from timeless classics to avant-garde modern establishments, these accommodations are celebrated for their sophisticated lounges offering panoramic city views, indulgent spas, high-thread-count linens, and exquisite five-star dining experiences...
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While many travelers flock out west for traditional ski trips and winter vacations, those looking for a more intimate and tailored experience know to head Northeast to Spruce Peak in Stowe, Vermont. A destination for all seasons, Spruce Peak is the perfect home base for all your adventures...
Ian Schrager Succeeds With Latest Venture, Kind Of
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II San Pietro Di Positano, A Jewel Of Italian Hospitality On The Amalfi Coast
Il San Pietro di Positano is a family-run Relais and Chateaux property, nestled in the cliffs overlooking the bay of Positano and located a few miles’ shuttle-ride away from town. The property is at one with its natural environment, surrounded by lush greenery and stunning panoramic views.
Iconic Ritz Paris Is Rejuvenated
The only true constant is change and when the hotel world around is abuzz offering greater luxuries, pristine accommodations and highly personalized customer service, it’s hard to imagine that a hotel founded in the 1800’s could still command the respect from all its peers. Such is the case with the Ritz Paris. Undoubtedly its location in central Paris and unmistakable architecture have made it a big draw for movie settings, photographs and other big events...
Inspirato Expands Luxury Travel Market with Innovative Membership Model
Inspirato, renowned for its exclusive approach to luxury travel, in its 13th year, has achieved profitability, bolstered by a $25 million funding round from Capital One in October 2023. The company targets affluent clients, with over half of its members earning more than $500,000 annually...
Rosewood Brand and Presence Becomes More Prevalent
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts was acquired by the family of billionaire Henry Cheng in 2011 for $229.5 million and since then the company has...
Leading Hospitality Staffing Company Sold By Family Office
Littlejohn Capital, a family office owned by Angus C. Littlejohn Jr., the co-founder of Littlejohn & Co., recently announced the sale of its portfolio company Hospitality Staffing Solutions. CEO of HSS Tim McPherson stated, "As a recognized industry leader offering the highest quality of staffing and related managed services, we enable our hospitality partners to focus on their core business...
