Miraval Resorts & Spas has announced the opening of Miraval The Red Sea on Shura Island, marking the brand’s first destination outside the United States and a defining milestone in its global evolution. Set between desert and water on Saudi Arabia’s west coast and surrounded by mangrove forests, the adults-only retreat introduces the Miraval signature blend of mindfulness and intentional wellness to the region. Rooted in the brand’s 30-year philosophy of mindful living, the Miraval brand’s guiding principle of empowering guests to ‘live a life in balance’ is thoughtfully expressed through elements of local heritage, creating an experience that feels both distinctly like the Miraval brand and authentically connected to place.

Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i, Curio Collection by Hilton, a lifestyle resort debuting on Hawai‘i’s “Garden Island” later this year, is now accepting reservations for stays beginning Oct. 1, 2026. The property will represent Curio Collection by Hilton’s arrival in the Aloha State. “From the moment guests arrive, Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i will immerse them in the spirit of our culture,” said Jon Itoga, general manager, Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i. “As part of Curio Collection by Hilton, the resort will offer a distinctive, locally inspired experience rooted in thoughtful design and Hawaiian hospitality. More than a place to stay, it will serve as a welcoming home base for guests to explore and connect with Kaua‘i on their own terms.”

Qatar Foundation’s Lawh Wa Qalam: M. F. Husain Museum in Doha, Qatar has been named one of the TIME World’s Greatest Places 2026, the magazine’s annual list recognizing 100 extraordinary destinations across the globe. The recognition marks a major milestone for the institution following its opening in November 2025, cementing its place as one of the world’s standout cultural destinations as well as being a new addition to the arts and culture landscape of Qatar.

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement with Mac View Infrabiz Private Limited for the development of Holiday Inn Mandi. The 100-key hotel will strengthen IHG’s presence in the state and support its continued expansion across high-potential commercial and transit destinations in North India.

369° Hôtels-Maisons, the French hospitality group behind a collection of distinctive luxury hotels across France and the Caribbean, announces the arrival of GAIA at La Tartane Saint-Tropez, marking the latest international expansion of the globally celebrated Greek-Mediterranean concept born in the UAE.

Evok Collection announces the opening of Brach Roma in the first quarter of 2027: a new address in the heart of the historic city centre, a few steps from the Tiber and just 100 metres from Piazza del Popolo. With Rome, Brach unveils its third destination, following Brach Paris and Brach Madrid, and continues to shape an international brand with an instantly recognisable character: a living, urban, cultural expression of luxury, designed to engage in dialogue with the city.