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Park Hyatt Emerges In South Africa With The Opening Of Park Hyatt Johannesburg
Hyatt Hotels Corporation have announced the opening of Park Hyatt Johannesburg, marking the luxury brand’s third destination in the African region. Set within the vibrant Rosebank district, celebrated for its cultural richness and urban vitality – Park Hyatt Johannesburg offers a refined, residential-style experience where thoughtful design, immersive art, and warm hospitality come together in perfect balance. “We are extremely proud to open Park Hyatt Johannesburg, extending the legacy of the Park Hyatt brand to Rosebank,” commented Mitch Gemmell, general manager, Park Hyatt Johannesburg. “Our team is dedicated to offering deeply personalized service and thoughtfully curated experiences, delivered with meticulous attention to detail and the essence of modern luxury hospitality in every interaction.”
The Hyatt House Brand Debuts in Australia with Opening of Hyatt House South Melbourne
Hyatt Hotels Corporation have announced the opening of Hyatt House South Melbourne, the first Hyatt House-branded property in Australia, expanding the brand’s footprint globally. The hotel is a joint venture led by Holder East Pty Ltd. and operated by Hyatt. The new hotel offers 97 residential-style rooms featuring a contemporary and comfortable design, with accommodations including a fully equipped kitchen. Choose from spacious Studios, one-bedroom Suites, and accessible room options — all offering plush bedding, inviting living areas, and modern furnishings, perfect for guests seeking extra space, flexibility, and the comforts of home for short or extended stays. As one of the first Melbourne hotels to welcome dogs and cats up to 66 lbs, the property caters to pet owners seeking a seamless travel experience with their furry companions.
InterContinental Brisbane Officially Opens Marking the Brand’s Debut in the River City
The world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, has entered a new era in Queensland with the official opening of its first Brisbane property, InterContinental Brisbane.
Zemi Miches Punta Cana All‑Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton Debuts
This week marks Hilton’s debut of Zemi Miches Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton –representing the first Curio Collection all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic. Facing the pristine shores of Playa Esmeralda, where sophistication meets nature in a white sand paradise, the breathtaking, oceanfront 500-room resort offers the perfect blend of local tradition and world-class services.
Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace Will Host Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025 Awards
As the Official Host Partner of Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025, Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace will host the tenth edition of the annual awards ceremony this coming July. In line with this highly-anticipated celebration of the region's bar industry, the resort will present a diverse program of drinks-focused events taking place in the week surrounding the ceremony on July 15. As the city hosts the prestigious awards for the first time, Wynn will open its signature drinking and dining destinations to takeovers from the world's top talents, offering the patrons exclusive chances to sample exceptional food and beverage from the best of the best across Asia.
The Art of Go-Go Culture Fest
The 17th Annual Miami Takeover is returning to Miami Beach next month to celebrate 50 years of go-go music and Black creativity in collaboration with the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) for its main event: The Art of Go-Go Culture Fest, scheduled rain or shine on Saturday, July 26th, from 5PM to 10PM at the iconic Miami Beach Bandshell (7275 Collins Avenue) featuring live performances from the legendary Junkyard Band, Black Passion Band, and Top5 Band.
Windstar Cruises' New Star Explorer Debuts in the Mediterranean for Winter 2026/27
Next winter, Windstar Cruises is making the Mediterranean sparkle with the debut of its newest yacht, Star Explorer, and the return of its beloved winter sailings to Europe. Launching December 28, 2026, the 224-guest vessel marks the latest addition to Windstar's Star Class fleet and brings a stylish new chapter to Windstar's year-round European offerings—this time, with more immersive cultural experiences, off-season perks, and hidden harbors waiting to be discovered without the summer crowds.
ALLIANCE CONNECTION CELEBRATES 15 YEARS OF SHAPING THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL
Alliance Connection, a leading travel marketing and communications agency specializing in the Caribbean and Mexico, marked a pivotal moment in its journey with the official launch of SPARK®, a new strategic solution built to ignite the future of travel by delivering trendcasting insights, immersive workshops, ready-to-use marketing playbooks, guest experience blueprints, and opportunities for forward-thinking collaboration. The product debut coincided with the agency's 15th anniversary celebration, an unforgettable evening that brought together some of the most respected minds in hospitality, representing over 200 resorts across 16 destinations.
AWARD-WINNING EUROPA VILLAGE WINERIES & RESORT TO HOST ANNUAL WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
Europa Village Wineries & Resort, the acclaimed winery destination located in the heart of Southern California's Temecula Valley Wine Country, will host its signature wine and food festival, Great Taste of Europa, this September 14, 2025, from 11 am - 4 pm. Recently named the 2025 Golden State Winery of the Year in California State Fair's 2025 California Commercial Wine Competition, Europa Village is an award-winning, multi-winery resort that celebrates the rich culinary and winemaking heritage of old-world Europe. The annual Great Taste of Europa festival welcomes guests to explore unique European wines, regional cuisine, local artisan vendors and much more, all enhanced with live entertainment and set against the scenic backdrop of the resort's vineyards.
Catalonia - the region with the best gastronomy in the world
Ferran Adrià, the Roca brothers, Carme Ruscalleda, Nandu Jubany, Cocina Hermanos Torres... This is the first time that all the representatives of Catalan cuisine have been portrayed together with a common goal: to make Catalonia known as home to the best gastronomy in the world.
Discover summer rosé® iced tea from Mariage Frères
Mariage Frères' Summer Rosé® iced tea is a vibrant pink white tea from their Jardin Premier® collection, bursting with sunny notes of red fruits, grape, bergamot, and pomegranate. Refreshing and indulgent, it’s the perfect sip for summer days.
Summer Among the Vines in Italy
Wine Meets the Most Authentic Sicily. Among the scents of orange blossom and the silence of the old farmhouses, the Sicilian estate of the Mazzei family opens its doors to tourists and wine enthusiasts.