Marriott International, Inc., today announced it has signed an agreement with Dalands Holding in collaboration with Marjan, the master-developer of freehold properties in Ras Al Khaimah, to bring W Hotels to Al Marjan Island. Slated to open in Q1 2027, W Al Marjan Island is anticipated to mark W Hotels first property in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah bringing bold design, outstanding service and always-on programming.
Introducing Convent Square Lisbon, Vignette Collection
IHG Hotels & Resorts welcomes Convent Square Lisbon, Vignette Collection to its growing Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio – now the second largest in the world. The 121-room hotel in Lisbon’s epicentre marks the second Vignette Collection property to open in Europe and the sixth hotel to join IHG’s first collection brand, set to reach 100 properties in 10 years.
Novotel Living makes debut in Vietnam
Novotel Living – Accor’s extended stay concept designed to make guests feel like home, has made its debut in Vietnam with the launch of Novotel Living Saigon South, a contemporary extended stay hotel that keeps travellers comfortable and fully connected, however long they stay.
Mantra Melbourne Airport takes off
Mantra Melbourne Airport is delighted to announce that it will undergo a multi-million dollar refurbishment, providing guests with superb facilities and a relaxing stay, with the new-look property set to be unveiled in 2024.
Autumn In and around St. Moritz gets bigger and better
In response to growing demand to spend autumn holidays in St. Moritz, more and more hotels and restaurants in town and in the Engadin are extending their opening days. The recently opened Grace La Margna Hotel – the first five-star hotel in the area – welcomes guest 365 days a year, the Suvretta House remains open until 22 October 2023, and the Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina goes right into the winter season without ever closing its doors. Autumn thus becomes a third exciting season in St. Moritz.
Highgate appointed to manage Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay
Highgate, a leading real estate and hospitality management company, has been selected by Continental Assets Management to manage Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay. This marks Highgate’s’ first property on Kauai and its 12th property in Hawaii, including the notable ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach and The Twin Fin, Oahu.
Australia’s Rottnest Island deploys custom booking engine by P3
Hotel software solutions provider P3 is being credited for transforming the booking process for Rottnest Island Authority, after developing a customized booking engine that effectively addresses the authority’s diverse range of accommodations and guests. A popular island destination situated just offshore from the city of Petrh in Western Australia, Rottnest Island Authority operates Stay Rottnest, offering an expansive array of accommodations from campsites and cabins to bungalows and large self-contained units. With 69 different room types spanning seven locations and various views and room configurations, a robust and highly customized guest booking solution was required. After the previous provider announced plans to phase out its booking engine at the end of 2022, Rottnest Island’s management team conducted a thorough evaluation of systems capable of meeting their unique business requirements to identify a new solution.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas launches stunning scientific based book on the island’s unique coral reef ecosystem
After two years of extensive research and studies, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is launching the ‘Wonders of Kihavah,’ – a ground-breaking research-based publication unveiling the breath-taking beauty and rich biodiversity of the island’s renowned house reef. This is the first time a resort in the Maldives has undertaken such an extensive reef assessment and scientific research-based study.
Grace La Margna St Moritz receives a five-star superior rating by HotellerieSuisse
Switzerland’s newest hotel GRACE LA MARGNA ST MORITZ has already received its first classification. The allure of this hotel, with its winning chemistry of modern luxury and classic glamour, has been recognised with a Five-Star Superior rating by HotellerieSuisse, which since 1882 has stood for quality, innovation, and sustainability in the Swiss hotel industry.
Maldives to become the official island travel partner of ITB China 2023
Emphasizing strategic cooperation, ITB China is pleased to announce the Maldives as the Official Island Travel Partner of ITB China 2023. The partnership will turn the prime travel destination into one of the highlights of the trade show, held on 12 – 14 September 2023 in Shanghai.
