The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott International, Inc.,Êhas announced the signing of a Luxury Collection Hotel in Hobart, scheduled to open in 2018 following a full scale renovation. Owned by Trawalla Group Parliament Square Hotel Operator Pty Ltd., this property will be the first hotel in Tasmania for The Luxury Collection.
Ascott unveils living lab to field test co-living concepts of lyf
CapitaLandÕs wholly owned serviced residence business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott) has launched its first living lab to field test its newest brand, lyf, that is designed for and managed by millennials, in partnership with the Singapore Management University (SMU).
The Scotsman hotel sold to G1 Group
The 69-bedroom, five-AA-star Scotsman hotel in Edinburgh has been sold to Scottish hospitality company the G1 Group. The company also operates four other hotels in Edinburgh: the Grassmarket hotel, the Murrayfield hotel, Stay Central and the Inn on the Mile.
Carnival Corporation to order first-ever cruise ships built in China
Carnival Corporation, the world’s largest leisure travel company, today announced that its cruise joint venture in China has signed a new memorandum of agreement (MOA) to order the first-ever cruise ships built in China for the Chinese market.
MGM Resorts adopts BCLC’s GameSense program
When you gamble, use your GameSense. That’s the message MGM Resorts International will be sharing with its customers across North America as part of an agreement with BCLC, British Columbia’s provincial gambling corporation, to license its responsible gambling program, GameSense.
World’s first rotating hotel is coming to Dubai
World’s tallest building? Check. World’s longest driverless metro? Check. World’s first rotating hotel? Check.ÊAnd now the rotating skyscraper project is soon to become a reality in Dubai by 2020.
Cosmetic procedures on menu at Four Seasons Palm Beach
Palm Beachers can now receive fat-reduction and cosmetic procedures in the comfort of a secluded and relaxing spa rather than a doctorÕs office. The Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach recently began offering the services in its spa.
GLAD LIVE opens in Gangnam, Seoul
Korean design, aesthetics, and K-pop achieving worldwide cult-like status, the global gaze is on Seoul. Standing proud in the heart of Gangnam, GLAD LIVE GANGNAM is the sister hotel of GLAD Hotel Yeouido and the latest Design Hotels member in the region. With 210 rooms, in-suite plunge pools, a gym, and round-the-clock wine and dine concepts, GLAD LIVE GANGNAM is emergingÊas the cityÕs hottest new entertainment hub.
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge opens, sprouting nature and luxury
1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle hotel brand, has opened the doors of its third property and first ground-up development, 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. Remaining true to 1 Hotels founder, Barry Sternlicht, core philosophy, “The world around us is beautiful, and we want to keep it that way.” The property cultivates the best of eco-conscious design, sustainable architecture, cause-oriented partnerships, and unrivaled service.
The Tennessean Hotel to open in Knoxville in April 2017
The Tennessean Hotel, a premier luxury hotel, will open in Downtown Knoxville this April as part of the Gemstone CollectionÊbrand of Benchmark, a global hospitality company. Benchmark will operate the property, which boasts 82 guest rooms and 12 luxury residences in the WorldÕs Fair Park.
