https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/langham hospitality group/ Langham Hospitality Group News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:36:56+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/renowned-violinist-joshua-bell-spotlighted-as-latest-langham-luminary/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/renowned-violinist-joshua-bell-spotlighted-as-latest-langham-luminary/ Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) has named American violinist Joshua Bell as a “Langham Luminary” for its flagship brand’s “Your Story. Our Legacy.” campaign. Launched in January of this year, the global initiative celebrates the lives of the cultural icons who have frequented The Langham Hotels and Resorts’ (The Langham’s) properties over the years and, in doing so, shaped the brand’s distinctive persona. They include notable figures such as famed food creator Brooklyn Peltz Beckham and Olympic gold-medal fencer Cheung Ka-long. The series also reflects the timeless influence of guests from earlier eras, including Charles Dickens, Winston Churchill, George Orwell, Oscar Wilde, and Mark Twain. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:47:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interviews-mr.-kevin-robinson-chief-operating-officer-langham-hospitali/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interviews-mr.-kevin-robinson-chief-operating-officer-langham-hospitali/ In this interview, the COO of Langham Hospitality Group shares his vision for the brand’s future, drawing on decades of global leadership and his previous role in launching The Langham, Chicago. With a goal to manage 100 hotels by 2040, he outlines a strategy focused on scalable operations, strong owner relationships, and innovative guest experiences powered by AI and data. Emphasizing sustainability through the Group’s CONNECT programme and a commitment to Net-Zero by 2045, he also highlights the importance of digital marketing, loyalty platforms, and the travel trade in deepening guest engagement. His leadership blends operational discipline with entrepreneurial agility to ensure Langham’s continued growth and excellence worldwide. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 17:10:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chief-operating-officer-appointed-to-support-global-expansion-plan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chief-operating-officer-appointed-to-support-global-expansion-plan/ Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) has named Kevin Robinson as Chief Operating Officer, effective 14 April 2025. Robinson returns to the Group after previously leading The Langham, Chicago during its pivotal pre-opening phase in 2011. He brings over 30 years of hospitality leadership to the role, including a stellar track record of cultivating trusted relationships with hotel owners worldwide. Throughout his career, Robinson has combined this client focus with skill and a strong passion for creating innovative guest offerings that drive higher occupancy, boost revenue, and enhance long-term asset value. New hire reaffirms commitment to owner- and guest-centric growth as Group targets 100 managed hotels by 2040 Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:08:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-group-to-reimagine-pasadena-icon/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-group-to-reimagine-pasadena-icon/ For 17 years now, The Langham, Huntington, Pasadena, Los Angeles has been a mainstay of Langham Hospitality Group’s (LHG’s) luxury portfolio, The Langham Hotels & Resorts. Starting in February 2025, the iconic property – a cherished institution that dates back to 1907 – will undergo an extensive renovation designed to enrich its historic grandeur with an artful infusion of contemporary sophistication. The meticulously planned upgrades will include redesigned interiors, enhanced outdoor spaces, and innovative new dining concepts – all carefully crafted to elevate the guest experience. Sun, 08 Dec 2024 08:06:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-langham-cleared-for-arrival-at-bangkoks-old-customs-house/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-langham-cleared-for-arrival-at-bangkoks-old-customs-house/ Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) and Rabbit Holdings, an affiliate of BTS Group, are proud to announce the anticipated 2026 opening of The Langham, Customs House, Bangkok. The new hotel will be situated in the Thai capital’s Bang Rak District and occupy a complex alongside the Chao Praya River. The centrepiece of the site will be the city’s old Customs House, a heritage building that will be restored to its former glory as part of the project. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 06:49:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jack-xiao-named-china-operations-svp/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jack-xiao-named-china-operations-svp/ Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) is delighted to welcome Jack Xiao as its new Senior Vice President - Operations, China. Stationed at the company’s Shanghai office, Mr. Xiao will oversee LHG’s mainland China portfolio of hotels and resorts while also supervising the group’s functional teams for the market, including Sales, Revenue, Food & Beverage, Human Resources, Finance, Marketing, and Design and Technical Services. Wed, 07 Aug 2024 06:13:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-secures-five-stars-and-new-record/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-secures-five-stars-and-new-record/ The Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2024, which was launched at a rousing ceremony, awarded five stars across three restaurants at three Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) hotels. The wins saw T’ang Court at The Langham, Hong Kong land a coveted three-star rating for a ninth consecutive year, giving it the longest three-star winning streak for a Cantonese restaurant currently on Hong Kong’s three-star list. The two other winners – Cordis, Hong Kong’s Ming Court and Eaton HK’s Yat Tung Heen – both obtained one-star ratings for the 16th year in a row and 8th year in a row respectively. Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:17:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-launches-brilliant-by-langham/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-launches-brilliant-by-langham/ LOYALTY MEETS EXPERIENCES WITH BRILLIANT BY LANGHAM New platform from Langham Hospitality Group offers instant benefits, point redemptions and paths to more bespoke and engaging encounters Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:11:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-lands-in-the-heart-of-china-with-cordis-xian/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-lands-in-the-heart-of-china-with-cordis-xian/ Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) has signed a management agreement with Xi’an Hao Rui Property Co. Ltd. to bring its modern upper-upscale Cordis brand to Xi’an, home of the terracotta warriors. The 250-room Cordis Xi’an will open in 2026. Wed, 27 Dec 2023 07:37:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-celebrates-greater-china-michelin-guide-leadershi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-celebrates-greater-china-michelin-guide-leadershi/ LANGHAM HOSPITALITY GROUP CELEBRATES GREATER CHINA MICHELIN GUIDE LEADERSHIP WITH 7 STARS ACROSS CANTONESE RESTAURANT PORTFOLIO Mon, 27 Nov 2023 09:23:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-appoints-lo-young-as-senior-vice-president-of-ope/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-appoints-lo-young-as-senior-vice-president-of-ope/ Langham Hospitality Group has strategically appointed Lo Young to the role of Senior Vice President of Operations, China, based in the Shanghai Corporate Office for mainland China, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer. He will also serve on the group’s executive committee, underlining the importance of the region to the company’s growth. Mon, 14 Aug 2023 07:19:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-appoints-bob-van-den-oord-as-new-chief-executive/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-appoints-bob-van-den-oord-as-new-chief-executive/ Bob van den Oord has been named Chief Executive Officer for Langham Hospitality Group, stepping up from his current role as Regional Vice President – Europe, Middle East and North America from September 1, 2023. Thu, 18 May 2023 06:56:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-breaks-ground-on-the-langham-venice/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-breaks-ground-on-the-langham-venice/ Langham Hospitality Group officially breaks ground on The Langham, Venice, marking the regeneration of the historic former Casino Mocenigo building and Murano glass factory into the finest resort in Venice which will open in 2026. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 08:22:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-langham-seattle-hotel-residences-to-open-in-iconic-downtown-location/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-langham-seattle-hotel-residences-to-open-in-iconic-downtown-location/ Langham Hospitality Group announces that it will own and manage a new luxury hotel and branded residences in downtown Seattle, USA, slated to open in 2026. The Langham, Seattle and The Langham Residences will be housed in a new 42-story building rising up from the iconic façade of the Terminal Sales Annex Building built in 1916 which is a designated Seattle landmark. Fri, 09 Sep 2022 08:30:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-langham-gold-coast-to-open-this-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-langham-gold-coast-to-open-this-year/ Langham Hospitality Group will be managing its third luxury hotel in Australia. Opening this year, the Langham, Gold Coast will feature 169 well-appointed rooms and suites. Wed, 12 Jan 2022 11:36:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/butcher-returns-to-lead-langham-hospitality-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/butcher-returns-to-lead-langham-hospitality-group/ Langham Hospitality Group has welcomed back Brett Butcher as chief executive of the company. He previously served in the same role for five years from 2009. Wed, 04 Aug 2021 05:26:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/greif-to-lead-the-langham-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/greif-to-lead-the-langham-london/ Doris Greif has taken the role of managing director of the hotel, alongside the position of regional vice president of operations, Europe & Middle East, for Langham Hospitality Group. Fri, 21 Aug 2020 10:59:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-expands-presence-in-china-with-hefei-opening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-expands-presence-in-china-with-hefei-opening/ Langham Hospitality Group has opened Langham Hefei, marking another milestone for the group’s continued expansion in China. Hefei is the capital and largest city of Anhui Province in China, known for its rich history and multicultural influences. Tue, 23 Oct 2018 09:14:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leser-to-lead-langham-hospitality-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leser-to-lead-langham-hospitality-group/ Langham Hospitality Group has announced the appointment of Stefan Leser as chief executive. Based in Hong Kong, he will oversee all aspects of the group’s global portfolio of hotels, resorts and residences, and will be providing strategic guidance to achieve the company’s vision, implementing organisational processes for all divisions, and leading the global expansion drive. Wed, 16 May 2018 08:42:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-signs-for-new-property-in-bangkok/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-signs-for-new-property-in-bangkok/ Langham Hospitality Group has announced an agreement with Canapaya Development to manage a luxury hotel by the banks of Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. Thu, 23 Nov 2017 09:08:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-debuts-flagship-cordis-brand-in-pacific-region/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-debuts-flagship-cordis-brand-in-pacific-region/ The Langham, Auckland, has rebranded to Cordis, Auckland, making it the first in the Pacific region for this new upper upscale brand by Langham Hospitality Group. Thu, 02 Nov 2017 10:44:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-langham-london-appoints-lyons-as-hotel-manager/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-langham-london-appoints-lyons-as-hotel-manager/ The Langham, London, has appointed Jane Lyons as hotel manager. A seasoned hotelier with over 20 years’ experience, Lyons has been with Langham Hospitality Group for seven years, having just returned from a period of nearly three years as hotel manager of Langham Place New York, located on Fifth Avenue Tue, 27 Sep 2016 12:13:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-signs-booking-deal-with-tripadvisor/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-signs-booking-deal-with-tripadvisor/ TripAdvisor has signed a partnership with Langham Hospitality Group to add its hotel inventory to the TripAdvisor instant booking platform. Travellers shopping for hotels on the site will soon be able to conveniently book Langham hotels without leaving the TripAdvisor site experience. “We are excited to join TripAdvisor’s new instant booking distribution channel,” said Nick Cohen, global director of e-commerce for Langham Hospitality Group. Tue, 11 Aug 2015 09:42:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-unveils-cordis-brand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-unveils-cordis-brand/ Langham Hospitality Group is introducing a new upscale global hotel brand, Cordis Hotels & Resorts.Essentially a new generation of curated hotels devoted to the guests’ needs and well-being, Cordis aptly derives its name from the Latin term meaning “heart”. The holistic concept focuses on the core pillars of intuitive service, connectivity, sophistication and a sense of community. Sat, 31 Jan 2015 10:55:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-comes-to-dubai-with-palm-jumeirah-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-comes-to-dubai-with-palm-jumeirah-property/ Langham Hospitality Group announced earlier it had signed an agreement with DAS Real Estate to manage The Langham resort in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Located on the crescent of Palm Jumeirah and scheduled to open in 2015, this 323-room resort marks double landmark “firsts” for the Hong Kong-based hotel company: it is the group’s first foray into the Middle East and the first resort in its global collection. Fri, 13 Jun 2014 04:33:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-offers-double-the-extra-mile-group-meeting-offer-again/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-offers-double-the-extra-mile-group-meeting-offer-again/ Back by popular demand, international luxury hotel operator Langham Hospitality Group presents exclusive offer “Double the Extra Mile” to reward event planners and organisers booking qualified events at its properties between November 1, 2012 and January 31, 2013 for meetings taking place from November 1, 2012 to August 31, 2013. Wed, 07 Nov 2012 23:00:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-appoints-regional-quality-manager/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-appoints-regional-quality-manager/ International luxury hotel operator, Langham Hospitality Group has appointed Teresa Poon as the Regional Quality Manager (International). Sun, 21 Oct 2012 20:00:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-announces-purchase-of-landmark-property-in-new-yo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-announces-purchase-of-landmark-property-in-new-yo/ Langham Hospitality Group announces the signing of a Sales and Purchase Agreement between Great Eagle Group, parent company of LHG and 400 Fifth Realty LLC which is owned by Bi&Di Real Estate SpA – incorporated in Varese, Italy – to acquire The Setai Fifth Avenue hotel located at 400 Fifth Avenue in midtown Manhattan, New York. The hotel is scheduled to join the Langham portfolio in January 2013. Tue, 16 Oct 2012 20:00:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-enters-qingdao/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-enters-qingdao/ International luxury hotel operator Langham Hospitality Group expands its foot prints in China by announcing two properties - Langham Place and Eaton Luxe, Rio Carnival, Qingdao, marking the addition of its 18th and 19th hotels in the country. Mon, 15 Oct 2012 23:00:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/two-michelin-star-ming-courts-artistic-culinary-evolution/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/two-michelin-star-ming-courts-artistic-culinary-evolution/ This September, Langham Place, Mongkok, Hong Kong unveils its new, effortlessly stylish dining rooms at its two-Michelin star jewel, Ming Court. Wed, 12 Sep 2012 20:00:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-officially-launches-in-sydney/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-officially-launches-in-sydney/ Langham Hospitality Group has arrived in Sydney with the acquisition of The Observatory Hotel which becomes The Langham, Sydney. Thu, 09 Aug 2012 20:00:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-signs-agreement-with-bakrieland-hotels-resorts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/langham-hospitality-group-signs-agreement-with-bakrieland-hotels-resorts/ Eaton Luxe et to debut in Bali. Sat, 10 Dec 2011 11:00:42 +0000