Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Middle East was unveiled today on Ummahat Island in the tranquil waters of The Red Sea. The private island retreat is nestled within the captivating Blue Hole cluster of islands, where pristine coral reefs thrive beneath the surface and the celestial canopy above paints an endless tapestry of stars. Nujuma – inspired by the meaning of ‘stars’ in Arabic – invites travellers to embark on an unchartered journey to one of the world’s most secluded and protected archipelagos. Here, amidst the azure expanse, guests are beckoned to explore and immerse themselves in the region’s culture and traditions.
Azul Hospitality Group selected to manage Monsaraz San Diego
Azul Hospitality Group, a premier hospitality company providing innovative approaches to maximizing an asset’s performance, announced today it has been selected to manage the Monsaraz San Diego Tapestry Portfolio by Hilton.
IHG Hotels & Resorts strengthens portfolio in Egypt with two new Crowne Plaza signings
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Urbnlanes Development to bring two new Crowne Plaza hotels to Egypt. The dual signings will see the introduction of Crowne Plaza Cairo New Administrative Capital and the Crowne Plaza New Cairo Yellow.
Hyatt and Kiraku announce plans for new luxury hot spring ryokan brand ATONA in locations across Japan in 2026
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Kiraku, Inc. (“Kiraku”) today announced that ATONA, the modern hot spring ryokan (Japanese-style inn) brand, will open properties in Yufu, Yakushima, and Hakone. The ATONA brand was announced in 2022 under a joint venture between a Hyatt affiliate and Kiraku, a Japanese company dedicated to preserving valuable assets for future generations. The first ATONA ryokans are slated to open in 2026 across some of Japan’s top hot spring destinations and areas of natural beauty.
Spring into summer with new IHG Hotels & Resorts openings
With spring in full swing and summer fast approaching, IHG Hotels & Resorts is excited to unveil the latest additions to its growing portfolio – just in time to enjoy the warm weather. Book your next adventure through the mountain landscapes of the western states, relax during a beach getaway or try somewhere totally new and exciting.
Dugasta Properties announces a pipeline of Dh1.5 billion worth of projects
Dugasta Properties, a Dubai-based real estate developer, announced a project pipeline that will see the developer roll out Dh1.5 billion worth of projects in the next few months. The developer has signed up more than 3,000 real estate agents to accelerate the marketing and sales activities in the coming months.
Triple treat for newly launched Darwin Airport Resort with trio of accolades at Hospitality NT Awards
Darwin Airport Resort was only launched in December 2023, but it is already winning acclaim in the accommodation industry, having won a trio of titles in the Hospitality NT Awards for Excellence 2024.
First Hospitality grows management portfolio adding three new lifestyle hotels and seven restaurants
First Hospitality, a national hotel operating, management, and development company, assumed management and operations of Hotel Ardent, Dayton, OH, Lively Hotel, Oklahoma City, OK, and opened Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown NuLu (May 1, 2024) bringing the number of lifestyle properties to 25+ in its overall portfolio of 70 hotels. First Hospitality is set to open and has assumed management of seven new restaurants, bringing the total number to 30+ restaurants in the portfolio, including its first international property, Carnivale Bahamas located on Paradise Island.
Australian Hospitality Brand, A by Adina, to debut in Europe in 2025
Three years after TFE’s homegrown A by Adina made its debut in Australia, TFE Hotels has announced the premium brand will head offshore with the opening of A by Adina Vienna Danube in Austria in 2025. The international announcement comes as TFE’s Joint Venture Partner, TOGA Group, marks another A by Adina milestone closer to home, with NSW Government approval now confirmed for construction to commence on the 204-key A by Adina Sydney Central, which is part of Australia’s biggest innovation district, Tech Central.
Radisson Hotel Group’s expansion plan continues with the opening of Radisson Hotel & Residence Riyadh Olaya
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Hotel & Residence Riyadh Olaya, the Group’s 28th hotel in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its 9th in the vibrant city of Riyadh. This new opening marks a significant milestone as the Group continues its expansion in one of the most dynamic regions of the Middle East aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 to enhance the country’s economic and tourism landscape.
