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Rosewood Hotel Group Accelerates Global Expansion with On-Track 2025 Openings
Rosewood Hotel Group ("the Group") today announces continued expansion of its global development pipeline with the on-schedule opening of Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin, the Group's first ski resort. A landmark debut for the brand, the new alpine retreat marks Rosewood's entry into a new sector and reinforces the Group's presence across some of the world's most sought after destinations and high-growth markets.
Balcony Upgrades and Up to 30% Off Cruise Fares Headline Holland America's Biggest Deal of the Year
Holland America Line is kicking off the traditional cruise Wave Season with its biggest deal of the year. The "Start Your Journey" promotion, available on over 500 cruises to Alaska, Europe and beyond, includes up to 30% off cruise fares, free balcony upgrades, onboard and shore excursion credits, free kids fares and more ways to save while experiencing unforgettable journeys and award-winning service.
Nobu Manchester breaks ground as Robert De Niro visits Manchester with Salboy
Robert De Niro visited Manchester with fellow Nobu Hospitality founders Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Meir Teper, joining Salboy on site to mark the Nobu Manchester groundbreaking and the next stage of the project's delivery.
THE SANDALS FOUNDATION LEADS ITS LARGEST TOY DRIVE TO DATE, DONATING 45,000 TOYS ACROSS CARIBBEAN
This holiday season, the simple joy of opening a new toy is reaching tens of thousands of children across the Caribbean through an annual toy drive led by the Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals and Beaches Resorts. With the support of toy industry leaders Spin Master, Jazwares, and The Toy Foundation™, 45,000 toys will be delivered, marking the Foundation's largest toy drive to date.
Ireckonu- 2025 year in review: What had happenend in the hospitality technology industry?
In 2025, the hotel technology industry continued to see profound change, marked by a big uplift in the use of artificial intelligence and the growing importance of centralized data to improve the guest experience. Ireckonu, a provider of middleware solutions and customer data platforms (CDPs) for hotels, analyzes the trends that are redefining loyalty and revenue management in the sector. From real-time personalization and guest recognition to the emergence of AI agents capable of booking trips autonomously, the hotel landscape demands more agile, data-driven, and customer-centric strategies.
.Here Baa Atoll Maldives Opens Somewhere Island
.Here Baa Atoll Maldives has officially opened Somewhere Island, welcoming its first guests on Monday 15 December. Located in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, the opening marks the first phase of the resort’s ultra-exclusive private island concept, with the second island, Nowhere, scheduled to launch in Q1 2026.
Guardians of Patagonian Cowboy Culture Invite Guests to Ride, Learn and Heal During the Year of the
As the only property in the Torres del Paine National Park permitted to offer equine activities, Las Torres Patagonia offers guests a taste of cowboy culture - Patagonia-style. Its gaucho baqueanos are longstanding custodians of local horsemanship and share their time-honoured skills and traditions with guests, both on the Reserve's estancia and while exploring the National Park on horseback.
Kuoni Turns Reasons to Travel into Wow-Worthy Holidays in Peaks Sale
Worldwide travel company Kuoni is matching why we travel with wow-worthy holidays in its peaks campaign which highlights the reasons why people go on holiday, rather than where they travel to. Building on the success of this year’s – It’s not where, it’s why – creative, the campaign shows how, as ‘Experts in Travellers’, Kuoni takes time to understand each customers’ needs and match what they want from a holiday with exceptional travel experiences full of ‘wow’ moments.
Float Beneath the Brightest Northern Lights in a Decade at Geothermal Sanctuary Laugarás Lagoon
Discover Iceland's newest winter destination at Laugarás Lagoon, a geothermal sanctuary newly opened on the iconic Golden Circle. Positioned in Laugarás village and easily reachable by car - just over an hour from Reykjavík - guests float across two levels of therapeutic warm waters connected by a dramatic waterfall, soaking beneath nature's greatest light show. The timing of Laugarás Lagoon's opening is exceptional: a rare 'solar maximum' (occurring once every 11 years) makes this winter likely to be the most spectacular Northern Lights season until 2037, with peak activity expected to last until March 2026.
FUSION EXPANDS ITS VIETNAM PORTFOLIO WITH TWO LANDMARK HOTEL OPENINGS IN EARLY 2026
Fusion Hotel Group, Southeast Asia’s leading wellness-inspired hospitality brand, has announced the upcoming debut of the stylish new LÈGACY Hanoi – a Fusion Original, as well as Grand Royal Riverside Hue – Fusion Collection in early 2026. Located in two of Vietnam’s most historic and internationally renowned tourist destinations, these hotel openings mark the next chapter in the Fusion Hotel Group’s ambitious expansion and reinforces its leadership role in the country’s dynamic hospitality landscape.
Moxy Hotels Debuts in Nepal’s Buzzing Heartbeat
Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced its debut in Nepal with the opening of Moxy Kathmandu. Kathmandu is a city that thrives on contrasts, blends ancient heritage with modern buzz, vibrant culture, creativity, youthful energy and deep-rooted spiritual calmness - making it the perfect playground for Moxy.
Family ski holidays made effortless this February half term with Powder Byrne
For those planning a family ski holiday this February half term, Powder Byrne’s programmes will be in full swing, with dedicated teams on hand to welcome guests to some of the best resorts in the Swiss Alps. Powder Byrne’s children’s ski programmes offer tailored, expert-led experiences for ages 3 to 19, guiding young skiers from their first steps on the snow to advanced, independent skiing, all within a safe, fun, and confidence-building environment. With the expert support of Powder Byrne, families can switch off and enjoy the mountains without the usual holiday pressure, creating a break that is relaxed and full of fun.