Driven by a commitment to 'Make Special Happen', Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is embarking upon a significant global renovation program. Currently, an impressive twenty percent of the Fairmont portfolio is undergoing active transformation across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia. This includes major redevelopment projects at both Fairmont Southampton in Bermuda and Fairmont Grand Hotel Geneva in Switzerland, with both slated for reopening in Fall 2026 and 2027 respectively.

Eden Villas & Apartments in Albufeira, Algarve, will launch a brand-new circus this summer, with a new circus tent and new programme bringing magic, acrobatics, comedy and children’s performances to the heart of the resort. As Portugal’s only all-inclusive hotel with its own circus, Eden Villas & Apartments offers families a distinctive alternative to the traditional fly-and-flop holiday.

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, and H World Group, one of the world's largest hotel groups, today announced a new chapter in their long-term strategic alliance, with a phased partnership designed to broaden hotel choice and select loyalty benefits for ALL Accor and H Rewards members through their respective direct platforms across China, Europe and the Middle East. The expanded partnership lays the foundation for further and deeper collaboration over time.

Purple Ski, the premier luxury chalet operator offering exceptional properties across the French Alps, is delighted to unveil Chalet Pierre, Méribel, the latest addition to its portfolio. Originally built in 1959 and among the very first chalets in the resort, Chalet Pierre has been meticulously rebuilt for 2026, combining contemporary luxury with the heritage and character that has defined it for more than six decades. Sleeping up to 15 guests across seven beautiful bedrooms, Chalet Pierre will welcome its first guests from December 2026.

Pullman Hotels & Resorts today unveils its new global brand campaign, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s evolution and reinforcing Pullman’s position as one of the world’s most progressive premium hospitality brands.

As family travel continues to evolve, the concept of a family vacation is shifting from simply traveling with children to creating meaningful experiences for every family member. Today's families increasingly seek a balance between togetherness and personal time, where children can explore and grow while parents enjoy moments of relaxation and self-discovery. Recognizing this emerging travel trend, The Sanya EDITION, EDITION Hotels' resort destination in China under Marriott International's luxury lifestyle portfolio, introduces a distinctive family vacation experience that combines accommodation, dining, children's activities, and adults-only leisure spaces. Guided by its "Our Vacation" philosophy, the resort reimagines family travel by creating opportunities for shared memories while respecting the interests and needs of every family member.