On its 20th year anniversary, Thanda Safari is thrilled to launch The Royal Thanda Club. This exciting new experience is set to become one of the most exclusive private residence clubs and real estate offerings in Africa. Owned by discerning families from around the world, the Royal Residences, located within The Royal Thanda Club Estate, is where they gather and spend glorious days and starlit nights together. Some have chosen to make their Royal Residences available to the guests of Thanda Safari who seek a great African Safari, an adventurous lifestyle and an escape to freedom. Guests can now book these ultra-exclusive Royal Residences for the ultimate in hospitality during their Big Five Safari.
Radisson Hotel Group adds 10 new hotels to its pipeline in South Asia
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the signing of 10 new hotels in just four days. These signings are across brands, including Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Individuals, and its brand extension Radisson Individuals Retreats. The Group also entered five new markets and will be the first to open internationally branded hotels in Jawai (Rajasthan), Sagar (Madhya Pradesh), Yavatmal (Maharashtra), Ooty (Tamil Nadu) and Calicut (Kerala).
Boutique Hotel Alhambra becomes the first hotel in Croatia to join Small Luxury Hotels of the World’s ‘Finest Collection’
Boutique Hotel Alhambra on Lošinj Island has been honoured as one of the select few to join the prestigious ‘Finest Collection’ by Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH). This new and exclusive group includes only 21 SLH member hotels, representing less than 4% of the current SLH portfolio. Boutique Hotel Alhambra is Croatia’s first and only hotel to be part of this prestigious collection.
Radisson Hotel Group bolsters African presence with 7 additional hotels and over 1,200 new rooms including a landmark entry in Tanzania
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the addition of seven new hotels, adding over 1,200 hotel rooms to its African portfolio and its debut in Tanzania within the first half of 2024. With those additions, the Group’s footprint in Africa has grown to nearly 100 hotels in operation and development, placing the Group well on track to reach its goal of 150 hotels within the next five years.
Hyatt expands in the big easy with two New Orleans hotels
Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced the expansion of Hyatt’s brand presence in New Orleans with Maison Métier (formerly Maison de la Luz) and The Barnett (formerly Ace Hotel New Orleans), which have joined the Hyatt portfolio as affiliated hotels. The hotels are expected to join Hyatt’s Independent Collection of brands and participate in the World of Hyatt loyalty program this year. The two properties are owned by The Domain Companies and managed by HRI Hospitality.
IHG Hotels & Resorts to launch the Holiday Inn Express brand in Egypt
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with leading developer Arkan Palm for Real Estate Investment to further expand its presence in Egypt with the launch of the first Holiday Inn Express hotel in the country.
Radisson Hotel Group bolsters African presence with 7 additional hotels and over 1,200 new rooms including a landmark entry in Tanzania
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the addition of seven new hotels, adding over 1,200 hotel rooms to its African portfolio and its debut in Tanzania within the first half of 2024. With those additions, the Group’s footprint in Africa has grown to nearly 100 hotels in operation and development, placing the Group well on track to reach its goal of 150 hotels within the next five years.
First Hospitality expands portfolio with first Georgia property
First Hospitality, a national hotel operating, management, and development company, assumed management and operations of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta Airport and The Gem Museum Suites, an independent property in Evanston, IL.
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows celebrates summer with ultimate Maui perks package
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, located on the world-renowned Ka’anapali Coast of Maui, is celebrating the start of summer with an unprecedented package called “The Royal Stay.” The iconic property, once the preferred retreat for Hawaiian royalty, unfolds across 27-acres of sprawling, oceanfront gardens with stunning panoramic views of neighboring islands, Lanai and Molokai, and premiere access to over a mile of secluded Ka’anapali Beach.
Dubai’s Samana Developers launches Dh855 Million “Ivy Gardens 2” climate-resilient project in Dubailand
Samana Developers, one of the leading real estate companies in Dubai, today announced the launch of the Dh855 million “Samana Ivy Gardens 2” project in the Dubai Land Residence Complex located in the Dubailand neighborhood. The project is the second of its kind in the same locality and features climate-resilient design and features. The project is scheduled for completion and delivery in November 2027.
