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Marriott Bonvoy Unveils Original IP “Marriott Bonvoy Squad”
Travel is more than simply reaching a destination – it’s about the meaningful moments of connection shared along the way. This summer, Marriott Bonvoy unveils a themed family program across Greater China, centered on the launch of its original family-oriented IP, the “Marriott Bonvoy Squad.” The program offers a diverse range of immersive stay experiences, including specially themed rooms and exclusive “Squad Fun Bag” merchandise, crafting a whimsical and enriching journey for young Marriott Bonvoy explorers and their families. The program will be gradually introduced at more than 200 hotels under 14 Marriott Bonvoy brands across the region.
Unwrap Holiday Vacations Early with Divi Resorts & SAVE up to 35% OFF Winter Travel to the Caribbean
Skip the snow and say hello to sunshine. Divi Resorts is helping travelers plan ahead and escape the winter grind with its limited-time Holiday Travel Sale, featuring up to 35% off beachfront stays across the Caribbean. Booking is open from July 8 through July 22, 2025, for travel from November 15 to January 9 — just in time to turn your holiday stress into island rest. Travelers can save up to 35% on warm-weather escapes to the Caribbean's most coveted islands using promo code COOLOFF.
PORTUGAL'S FIRST MONDRIAN AT ARCAYA, ALGARVE
Bondstone, a leading real estate investment and development firm, and Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, are proud to announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding for Mondrian Arcaya, which would be the first Mondrian hotel in Portugal. This landmark project will be situated within Arcaya, Bondstone's visionary new development in Vilamoura, Algarve, marking a major milestone in Ennismore's global expansion of luxury lifestyle destinations.
Hilton Opens First LivSmart Studios Hotel in Tullahoma, Tennessee
Hilton today debuted the first hotel of a game-changing new extended-stay brand, LivSmart Studios by Hilton. LivSmart Studios by Hilton Tullahoma, an 89-room property in Middle Tennessee, brings a fresh new approach to a fast-growing category and will soon be joined by the brand’s second hotel in Kokomo, Ind., which is on track to open its doors later this summer.
Mary Phillips Appointed General Manager of East Winds
East Winds, the boutique all-inclusive resort in Saint Lucia, has appointed highly experienced hotelier Mary Phillips as general manager. Mary brings a wealth of expertise to East Winds from her management roles at renowned properties such as Jamaica Inn and Round Hill Hotel & Villas in Jamaica. Delivering personalised guest experiences that consistently exceed expectations has been Mary's passion in her previous roles and it is this commitment that makes her the ideal general manager for East Winds.
LaPour and Holualoa Announce Groundbreaking of Dual-Branded Marriott Hotel
LaPour Partners ("LaPour") and Holualoa Companies ("Holualoa") are pleased to announce the groundbreaking of AC/Element City North, a new dual-branded hotel located in the CityNorth, a premier mixed-use development adjacent to Desert Ridge Marketplace in North Phoenix. LaPour and Holualoa purchased the site from Crown, the master developer.
Bellagio and Major Food Group Set to Begin a New Chapter of Las Vegas Fine Dining
This fall, two of the most acclaimed forces in hospitality— Bellagio Resort & Casino and Major Food Group—will unveil CARBONE Riviera, an extraordinary new expression of the CARBONE brand, devoted to the art of seafood at the highest level. Set against the unrivaled backdrop of the Fountains of Bellagio, the restaurant is poised to become the culinary crown jewel of Las Vegas.
SICILY'S EMERGING BLUE ZONE INSPIRES A NEW LONGEVITY PROGRAMME AT VERDURA RESORT
Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte Hotel, has announced a new Longevity Programme at its award-winning Irene Forte Spa, inspired by remarkable scientific research revealing a longevity hotspot in Sicily's Sicani Mountains. The small mountain community of Caltabellotta has been identified as an emerging Blue Zone by Professor Gianni Pes, a pioneer of Blue Zone research, together with leading biogerontologist Professor Calogero Caruso.
The Fifth Avenue Hotel Launches ‘Epicurious Experiences’
New York, NY – Following its celebrated debut in autumn 2023, The Fifth Avenue Hotel now enters its next chapter with the launch of Epicurious Experiences – an imaginative new suite of culinary concepts and private event spaces designed to elevate dining, drinking, and entertaining in Manhattan. The Fifth’s latest offering – which launched in June 2025 - includes exciting culinary and celebration-driven venues and programs designed for modern tastemakers, sophisticated hosts, and those who truly appreciate design, storytelling, and world-class hospitality.
Hilton’s Iconic Flagship Brand Debuts In Turin City Centre
Hilton announces the opening of Hilton Turin Centre, Hilton’s latest addition under its flagship brand. Perfectly positioned in the historic heart of the Piedmontese capital, the property is well suited for both business and leisure travellers, boasting a brand-new spa and wellness area, an elegant lobby bar, an executive lounge and a refined restaurant serving a range of authentic Italian and regional cuisines.
Where Sunday Never Ends: The Sundays and Olympic Class Sailing Debut at Hamilton Island Race Week
Front-row seats of the racing from a superyacht. Josh Niland on the menu. MECCA COSMETICA SPF in your beach bag. The Sundays – Hamilton Island's new boutique hotel - brings a fresh take on Race Week. Designed to capture the spirit of a long, lazy Sunday — every day of the week — The Sundays opened to acclaim in April 2025 earning praise for its refined coastal aesthetic and relaxed island sensibility. At its heart is Catseye Pool Club, the hotel's signature restaurant led by acclaimed culinary duo Josh and Julie Niland.
Integrated resorts set to transform tourism experiences across the Middle East and beyond
The launch of Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah and Cinnamon Life’s City of Dreams in Sri Lanka marks a new chapter for tourism and hospitality in the Middle East and Asia Pacific. Experts emphasize the need for immersive experiences that showcase local culture, art, and storytelling, while highlighting personalisation, regulation, and responsible gaming as critical to long-term success.