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The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka proudly introduces an extraordinary cultural offering that brings together centuries-old Hakata craftsmanship and the brand's unmistakable approach to luxury. At the heart of this launch is an exclusive, hotel-branded Hakata Magemono bento box—a traditional craft designated as an Intangible Cultural Property of Fukuoka Prefecture—reimagined as a contemporary keepsake for the modern connoisseur. Handcrafted by master artisans, this bespoke collection

The pioneering hospitality brand Escapade has revealed plans for a new signature hotel and residences just metres from some of the most hallowed tarmac in the world - the Spa-Francorchamps racetrack in Belgium. Photo credits: Escapade The Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps first hosted a Grand Prix a century ago and is one of just a handful of venues used in the inaugural 1950 F1 season still on the calendar of global motorsport's most prestigious contest. Escapade will develop an

Machan Resorts , a pioneer in India’s eco-luxury hospitality space, continues to strengthen its commitment to value-driven, experience-led stays with Moments by The Machan, a brand thoughtfully designed to balance responsibility, comfort, and value for modern business and leisure travellers. Photo credits: Machan Resorts As part of its planned growth, Machan Resorts is expanding Moments by The Machan through a flexible development approach. The brand looks forward to collabor

This Valentine’s Day, Angsana Velavaru invites couples to experience a romantic Maldives getaway designed for intimacy, connection, and unforgettable moments. Set within a private lagoon in the pristine South Nilandhe Atoll, the resort offers an idyllic Valentine’s Day escape for couples seeking privacy, wellbeing, and meaningful shared experiences. Photo credits: Angsana Velavaru On 14 February, Angsana Velavaru presents Valentine’s Day Under the Stars, a beachfront dining

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Indochina Kajima announced today that Wink in Vietnam is joining the Unscripted by Hyatt brand. This strategic agreement between Hyatt and Indochina Kajima, a joint venture between Indochina Capital and Kajima Corporation, marks the global debut of the Unscripted by Hyatt brand and will expand Hyatt’s brand presence in Vietnam to new destinations including Can Tho, Tuy Hoa and Hai Phong. Photo credits: Hyatt Hotels Corporation Under the agreement

Dusit International , one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has achieved the strongest development performance in its history, recording an all-time high of 24 hotel signings in 2025 and significantly strengthening its global pipeline across key growth markets in Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. Photo credits: Dusit International The milestone comes at a time when many hotel groups are reassessing expansion strategies amid rising development co

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida proudly unveils an exciting line-up of Food & Beverage promotions for January, blending India's vibrant festivals, regional flavours, and global fusion twists into unforgettable dining experiences. ​ Photo credits: Crowne Plaza Greater Noida A Lohri Celebration Filled With Flavours | Mosaic Alfresco On January 13, Mosaic comes alive with the spirit of Punjab's harvest festival Lohri, featuring crackling bonfires, lively bhangra and dances, folk s

The St. Regis Singapore , long celebrated as the city’s best address, proudly announces the completion of its extensive, multi-phase renovation which includes the reimagining of its guestrooms, suites, signature restaurants and bar, and event spaces, ushering in a new chapter for the House of Astor. The transformation, led by acclaimed design studio FBEYE International , pays poetic homage to the Singapore Botanic Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located just minutes awa

The beginning of a new year offers a moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead with intention. At Angsana Velavaru , this transition is market not by urgency, but by experiences that honour time, place, and the enduring beauty of island life. Photo credits: Angsana Velavaru Set within a vast private lagoon in the pristine South Nilandhe Atoll, Angsana Velavaru has long been recognised for its sense of space, serenity and thoughtful hospitality. As 2026 unfolds, the resort inv

From stargazing favourites to beachside escapes, Classic Cottages , the UK’s largest independent holiday letting agency, has chosen a few of their most popular properties so far for 2026, still with availability so you can snap them up for this year’s holiday. But be quick...they're filling up fast! Photo credits: Classic Cottages For waterside living Rose House, Pembrokeshire | Sleeps 8 Set on the river banks in a special corner of Pembrokeshire, Rose House is a dream wat

Raffles Bali is pleased to announce the introduction of its private heliport, a new facility designed solely to offer in-house guests a graceful and effortless way to explore the island from above. Situated within the resort's tranquil 23-hectare estate, the heliport began operations in late 2025 and reflects the resort's ongoing commitment to creating meaningful pathways for exploration and ease of travel. Photo credits: Raffles Bali Designed for Raffles Bali guests, the he

Baillie Lodges' multi-award-winning flagship property, Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island, has launched its inaugural artists-in-residence program this summer, welcoming the island's most revered and diverse artists to the lodge for dedicated residencies over the next few months. Photo credits: Southern Ocean Lodge Running until March next year, the program invites artists to stay at the lodge one at a time, offering an occasion for them to paint, draw, sculpt and be i

The pioneering exhibition Arduna will open to the public from 1 February to 15 April 2026 as part of the fifth edition of the AlUla Arts Festival . Presented by Arts AlUla and the forthcoming contemporary art museum in AlUla, Arduna is a collaborative co-curation with Centre Pompidou, with the support of AFALULA (French Agency for AlUla development), bringing together more than 80 diverse artworks from Saudi Arabia, the MENA region, and beyond. Photo credits: AlUla Arts Festi

Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve proudly unveils The Mandapa River Estate, a reimagination of the Three Bedroom Villa, shaped by the mystical energy of Ubud and the rhythm of the sacred Ayung River. Photo credits: Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Adjacent to the resort's 500-year-old temple, a grand hand-carved wooden gate adorned with the island's flora and fauna symbolizes the boundary between the human world and the realm of spirits, designed in the traditional Balinese ar

OTH Hotels Resorts (OTH), a leading hospitality management company with a growing national portfolio of branded, soft-branded, and lifestyle hotels, has been awarded the third-party management contract for the Courtyard by Marriott Manassas Battlefield Park, further strengthening the company’s presence in its home state of Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region. Photo credits: OTH Hotels Resorts Beginning in January 2026, OTH will assume full operational responsibility for the

Royal Orchid & Regenta Hotels Ltd. has announced the signing of Regenta Suites & Residences Jaipur, a new 60-key property located in Jaipur City Centre. The hotel will operate under a management agreement, reinforcing the group’s asset-light expansion strategy and strengthening its footprint in Rajasthan. Photo credits: Royal Orchid & Regenta Hotels Ltd. Royal Orchid & Regenta Hotels, one of India’s fastest-growing hospitality chains, continues to expand its portfolio with t

Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced the closing of the sale of the real estate portfolio previously acquired from Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (“Playa”) to Tortuga Resorts (“Tortuga”), a premier real estate and asset management platform focused on luxury beachfront hospitality across Mexico and the Caribbean, for approximately $2 billion. Hyatt can achieve up to an additional $143 million earnout if certain operating thresholds are met and has retained $200 million of pr

Omni Hotels & Resorts , in partnership with Broward County, Visit Lauderdale, and developer Matthews Southwest, today officially opened the doors of Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel with a ceremonial ribbon cutting, welcoming its first guests. This debut signals the brand’s flagship arrival to Greater Fort Lauderdale, introducing a new benchmark for sophisticated coastal luxury and elevated hospitality in South Florida. Marking a key achievement in the Broward County Convention Cen

The iconic wellness destination joins Autograph Collection , marking a new chapter of hospitality rooted in care, connection and conscious living. Photo credits: Autograph Collection Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces its debut in the Philippines with the opening of The Farm at San Benito, Autograph Collection. Set across 52 hectares of lush tropical landscape in Lipa, Batangas, this wellnes

Bastian Hospitality , led by founder Ranjit Bindra, expands its culinary portfolio with the launch of Ammakai, an all-day dining South Indian restaurant in Bandra that celebrates the warmth and comfort of home-style cooking. Inspired by the idea of Ammakai, meaning Mom’s Hand, the restaurant draws from the rich culinary traditions of Mangalorean households, where recipes are guided by memory, instinct, and love rather than written rules. Ammakai is also among the few South In