New UK ETA Requirement for U.S. Travelers in 2025
Starting January 8, 2025, U.S. travelers, along with those from Australia and Canada, will be required to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before entering the UK. The application portal, which officially opened on November 27, 2024, allows travelers to apply via the UK ETA mobile app or website...
AlUla, The New Frontier of Luxury Travel
Located in the northwest of Saudi Arabia, AlUla is an emerging gem in the realm of heritage tourism. The city, which unveiled its pristine landscapes just four years ago, strives to provide an authentic experience that is increasingly rare in today’s popular tourist destinations. Anchored by Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage site, the region reveals the ingenuity of the Nabataean civilization with intricately carved tombs...
Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge: Elevated Dining with Panoramic Views
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Meriwether Announces Exclusive Cabo Real Community
Meriwether Companies, a U.S. based real estate investment and development firm, in partnership with the Sanchez Navarro family, has officially launched and broken ground on Cabo Real Surf Club in Los Cabos, Mexico. As North America’s first private community with an Endless Surf wave basin, the development integrates next-generation surf technology with a championship golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones II...
Hyatt Expands Luxury and Lifestyle Portfolio with 50+ Openings
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced plans to expand its luxury and lifestyle hotel portfolio, unveiling over 50 projects to open globally by 2026. This was showcased at ILTM Cannes, the premier luxury travel trade show, highlighting Hyatt's leadership in high-end hospitality. With 70% of its global rooms classified as luxury and upper upscale, Hyatt has doubled its luxury room count since 2017 and added 28 luxury properties in the last three years...
Microsoft Pioneers Role in CCIC to Enhance Renewable Energy and Local...
Microsoft is taking a significant step toward advancing clean energy and environmental justice with its role as an anchor member of the newly launched Climate and Communities Investment Coalition (CCIC). The initiative, spearheaded by Acadia Infrastructure Capital, aims to facilitate the construction of at least 5 GW of renewable energy projects over the next five years, helping to prevent 15 billion pounds of carbon emissions annually...
Hyatt Expands Global Luxury Footprint with Bold Plans
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has unveiled ambitious plans to open over 50 new luxury and lifestyle hotels globally by 2026. The announcement highlights Hyatt’s robust growth, particularly in the luxury segment, where 70% of its portfolio lies. The brand has doubled its luxury room capacity since 2017 and added 28 luxury properties in the last three years...
Discover the Top Travel Destinations of 2025, From Hidden Gems to...
OvationNetwork, a luxury travel advisory, has unveiled its list of top travel destinations for 2025, showcasing a mix of iconic global hotspots and hidden gems that promise unparalleled experiences. The concept of "bliss travel" emphasizes bucket-list adventures that maximize personal joy, from pristine islands to culturally rich cities...
Semma: Michelin-Starred Southern Indian Cuisine in NYC
Semma, an acclaimed Indian restaurant located in Manhattan's West Village, holds the distinction of being the only Indian restaurant in New York City with a Michelin star. Opened in 2021, Semma is led by chef Vijay Kumar, a partner in Unapologetic Foods, who recognized the city’s need for authentic Southern Indian cuisine...
Skyline Villas Opens with Roche Bobois Designs in Providenciales
Skyline Villas, an exclusive boutique resort in Providenciales, has officially opened, offering discerning travelers a luxurious island retreat. Nestled atop Blue Mountain, the island's highest point, the resort features six elegantly designed villas boasting panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea..
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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...
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Iconic Ritz Paris Is Rejuvenated
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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...
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