AccorHotelsÕ latest addition, Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong, MGallery by Sofitel is now open. Nestled into a lush hillside overlooking two beautiful bays, the five-star boutique hotel offers a private escape for families and couples seeking tranquility off the beaten track on the popular island.
Ahura Resorts goes greener
FijiÕs leading resort company, Ahura Resorts has appointed an environmental specialist to the position of group environment manager for its two Fiji resorts, Likuliku Lagoon Resort and Malolo Island Resort, as part of its serious ongoing commitment to sustainable and responsible eco-tourism.
Australia’s creative capital to welcome W Melbourne in 2020
Marriott International’s W Hotels Worldwide announced it expects to open W Melbourne in 2020, and will be located in the heart of the cityÕs trendy shopping and entertainment district onÊCollins Street.
IHG Debuts in Laos with opening of Crowne Plaza Vientiane
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG)ÊhasÊannounced the opening of a new 197-room Crowne Plaza Vientiane in Laos, marking the groupÕs entry into the country, and is the first internationally branded upscale hotel in the capital city offering quality accommodation and a comprehensive range of facilities to meet the needs of business and leisure travellers to Laos.
Central Hotels opens three new hotels in Dubai
Central Hotels has announced aggressive expansion plans with three new hotels lined up for opening in Dubai in 2017, after the groupÕs upcoming projects were launchedÊin The Palm and Business Bay.
AVANI to launch upscale hotel in Lisbon
AVANI Hotels and Resorts will debut in Europe with the opening of AVANI Avenida Liberdade Lisbon Hotel in the Portuguese capital. The 119-key hotel will launch on April 1, following the completion of a EUR 1.5 million refurbishment.
Russian Vodohod orders construction of a new cruise ship
Russian shipping company Vodohod and United Shipbuilding Corporation have signed off on building a four-deck passenger cruise vessel of the sea river class, and the category five vessel is planned to be introduced into operation by 2020.
Industry veteran Jay Litt launches consultancy firm
Hospitality industry veteran Jay Litt has announced the launch of The Litt Group, a boutique hotel capital project administration firm. The company is to specialize in negotiating property improvement plans with brands, retaining purchasing and design groups, third party report analysis, freight and warehousing logistics, and negotiation with general contractors.
Most expensive luxury hotels in Florida named
The Florida Keys is home to the three most expensive hotels in the Sunshine State, and Little Palm Island Resort & Spa is at the top of the list, according to the finding of a new survey conducted by Miamihotels.org.
The Green Goddess is back on Flicit Island
Six Senses Zil Pasyon has announced the first visiting expert at the recently opened resort in Seychelles, Angle Maeght Ferreux, who will be on the Island of Flicit from February 13-18.
