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Marriott Bonvoy's Most Anticipated Hotels & Resorts Opening Across Asia Pacific Excluding China
Marriott Bonvoy is thrilled to announce a series of highly anticipated hotel openings across Asia Pacific excluding China in 2025. This exciting year will see the opening of three stunning JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the re-opening of W Maldives, the debut of the first-ever Sheraton Hotels & Resorts in Papua New Guinea, and the introduction of Moxy Hotels in Nepal and AC Hotels in the Philippines. Additionally, Courtyard by Marriott will make its debut in Vietnam while Marriott Hotels & Resorts will expand to unique destinations in India. With these new additions, Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 31 extraordinary brands is poised to deliver even more memorable and distinctive experiences to travelers, making 2025 a landmark year for hospitality.
The Great Gatsby Comes to Life at Louisville's Seelbach Hotel
Louisville's oldest operating hotel is celebrating its rich history with a newly unveiled Great Gatsby suite ahead of the novel's centenary this April. Opened in 1905, the Seelbach Hotel has a storied past with a guest list that includes former U.S. Presidents, Academy Award winners, and famous musicians. F. Scott Fitzgerald, author of the classic American novel The Great Gatsby, is said to have frequented the hotel to imbibe in its infamous Rathskeller while on break from Louisville's Camp Taylor, where he was stationed in 1918 during World War I.
Hotel Arts Barcelona Introduces a Romantic Valentine's Getaway Package
The Valentine's Day package, "Romantic Getaway — A Gastronomic Stay in the Mediterranean," features a one-night stay on 14-15th or 15-16th February, 2025. The highlight of the evening is a specially curated Valentine's Menu, available exclusively on these dates, a feast for the senses featuring exquisite dishes and a heart-shaped cake for dessert.
Gonzalo Aguilar Takes Office as Chief Executive Officer at Minor Hotels Europe & Americas
Gonzalo Aguilar has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer at Minor Hotels Europe & Americas, effective 1 January 2025. Aguilar joined Minor Hotels in October 2024 and succeeds former CEO Ramón Aragonés, who retired at the end of 2024 and continues to serve as a member of the Board of Directors and Non-Executive Vice President.
Sir Hotels Opens First Property in the Czech Republic: Sir Prague
Sir Hotels is proud to announce the opening of Sir Prague on the 17th of March, the brand's first expansion into the Czech Republic. Located in Prague's lively New Town, the hotel offers 76 rooms in a heritage building spread across five floors, near the famous Dancing House and the Vltava River.
Create Cherished Memories with Your Loved Ones at The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud, Bali
Escape to The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud, where every moment is designed for an unforgettable experience. Blending rich Balinese culture, sustainable initiatives, and family-friendly activities, the resort is the perfect destination for a meaningful and rejuvenating getaway.
MGM GRAND ANNOUNCES $300 MILLION ROOM AND SUITE REMODEL
MGM Grand Hotel & Casino is revealing details surrounding its $300 million remodel encompassing all of the hotel's 4,212 rooms and suites within its main tower. The transformation, which is slated for completion in December 2025, is set to enhance the overall guest experience with modern, sophisticated design elements inspired by the flair of the disco era. The remodeled rooms will join a vibrant lineup of new dining and entertainment experiences set to open at MGM Grand later this year.
Baha Mar Announces Partnership with Multi-Grammy® and Oscar® Winner Jon Batiste
Baha Mar, the Caribbean's leading integrated luxury resort, proudly announces an extraordinary partnership with multi-Grammy and Oscar-winning musician Jon Batiste to debut Jon Batiste's Jazz Club at Baha Mar, a spectacular jazz experience in The Bahamas. This exclusive venue marks Batiste's first-ever jazz club and promises to be a cultural landmark that heralds a bold new era for music and nightlife.
Ardbeg House Opens Bookings Ahead of Autumn Launch
Ardbeg House, one of the most anticipated hotel openings of the year, announces that bookings are now live for those seeking to experience the world-class whisky and hospitality experience, set to open its doors on Islay in Autumn 2025. Guests can now secure their reservations to be among the first to indulge in the ultimate Ardbeggian experience featuring exceptional accommodation, food, and drink, designed to honour the spirit of Islay and share the stories in which the Distillery is steeped.
Dusit International strengthens Philippines presence with two new hotels in Mindanao
Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, represented in the Philippines by Dusit Thani Philippines Inc., has signed hotel management agreements with IDC Prime, a wholly owned subsidiary of Italpinas Development Corp, a design-driven developer of sustainable properties in emerging cities in the Philippines, to manage two new hotels in Northern Mindanao under Dusit's upper-midscale Dusit Princess brand.
Marriott Hotels Launches “Wonderful Hospitality For Your Heartfelt Smile” Campaign
New campaign pairs the art of hosting with the vibrant lens of comedy, through a lively collaboration with more than 10 celebrated Chinese comedy stars
Sirru Fen Fushi Welcomes Culinary Icon Girish Sharma as Executive Chef
Sirru Fen Fushi, the celebrated member of the Leading Hotels of the World collection, proudly announces the appointment of Girish Sharma as its new Executive Chef. Known for his culinary artistry and an uncompromising dedication to excellence, Chef Sharma is poised to elevate the resort's gastronomic offerings to tasteful heights.