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Virgin Atlantic celebrates 25 years of flying in India
Virgin Atlantic recently marked 25 years of flying to India and its ongoing commitment to growth in the region. Since first launching flights between London Heathrow and Delhi in July 2000, India is now the airline’s third largest market and has grown from zero to one million seats each year, with five flights daily from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Growth of 350% since 2019.
HOTEL AMIGO PARTNERS WITH THE FASHION & LACE MUSEUM FOR AN EXCLUSIVE STIJL EXHIBITION
Hotel Amigo, a Rocco Forte hotel in the heart of Brussels, invites international guests to discover the city through a uniquely fashionable lens. As part of this partnership, Hotel Amigo guests are invited to enjoy a private evening tour of the exhibition STIJL 40+ led by Sonja Noël owner of the renowned boutique Stijl followed by a personal shopping experience with styling tips by Sonja herself in the man or womanswear store on Dansaert.
Anantara Kihavah Elevates Holistic Wellbeing with the Maldives’ First Magnesium-Based Spa Treatments
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas unveils a transformative new chapter in wellness with the launch of the Maldives’ first Magnesium-based spa treatments, redefining holistic healing for the modern traveller. In partnership with “Of The Islands”, a pioneering wellness brand that harnesses the power of the world’s only natural source of pure magnesium chloride—extracted 1,500 metres below ground in the Netherlands—Anantara Kihavah introduces a wellness concept where science, nature and emotional reconnection converge in a single, immersive experience.
Shangri-La Unveils ‘Shangri-La Signatures’ with the Grand Opening of The Silk Lakehouse
Shangri-La Group (“Shangri-La”) proudly announces the official launch of its new ultra-luxury brand, Shangri-La Signatures, with the grand opening of its inaugural property: The Silk Lakehouse, Shangri-La Hangzhou. Set on the tranquil shores of West Lake — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — The Silk Lakehouse ushers in a new era of Asian hospitality, where cultural heritage, artistry, and nature converge to create a soulful homecoming – one that speaks to the heart.
Jumeirah Celebrates Global Wellness Day
This Global Wellness Day on 14th June, Jumeirah – an international leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding – invites guests to reconnect with themselves, their surroundings, and the spirit of place through a meaningful journey of wellbeing at Talise Spa destinations around the world.
Dusit makes a graceful debut in Sichuan with new luxury retreat in Chengdu
Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has expanded its presence in China with the opening of Dusit Hotel AG Park, Chengdu – a luxurious new retreat set amidst the scenic surrounds of Tianfu Agricultural Expo Park in Xinjin, Chengdu.
InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa Welcomes Fady Atwan
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa is delighted to announce the appointment of Fady Atwan as its new Area Commercial Director.
Croatia’s Green Coast: Where the Sea Sparkles – and So Does Sustainability
The cleanest sea in Europe, secret coves, electric boat races and a cave cathedral are some of the features spotlighting Croatia’s greener-than-thou Adriatic coastline. Croatia’s coast is also a trailblazer in eco-tourism, proving that the best holidays aren’t just escapes – they’re invitations to do better, travel wiser, and swim deeper.
Minor Hotels Continues to Expand Its Presence in the Nordic Countries
NH Copenhagen Grand Joanne is the latest addition to the NH Hotels & Resorts portfolio. It marks the second Minor Hotels property in the Danish capital and the third in the Nordics, alongside NH Collection Copenhagen and NH Collection Helsinki Grand Hansa. This opening further underscores the strategic importance of the Nordic region for Minor Hotels, as the group continues to expand its presence across key European markets.
MANDARIN ORIENTAL EXPANDS IN MALAYSIA WITH THE DEBUT OF A BEACHFRONT RETREAT ON DESARU COAST, JOHOR
Mandarin Oriental is delighted to announce its expansion in Malaysia with the upcoming rebranding of an exceptional resort and private residences on the country’s south-eastern coast of Desaru Coast, Johor. Nestled amidst 128 acres of verdant rainforest and opening onto a pristine stretch of beach overlooking the South China Sea, the property is anticipated to join the Mandarin Oriental portfolio this month, ahead of a full rebranding in January 2026 as Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast.
CapitaLand Investment secures new commitments for Ascott Asia Fund II
CLARA II acquires prime mixed-use asset in Tokyo at over JPY30 billion with its co-investors
Phocuswright Europe 2025 unveils strongest-ever agenda, spotlighting the transformative power of AI
Phocuswright Europe 2025, the travel industry’s premier executive conference, is set to deliver its most compelling and timely agenda to date, focusing intensely on the “The New Age(nts)” theme. From June 10-12 at the Palau de Congressos de Catalunya in Barcelona, the event will bring together global thought leaders to explore how generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and autonomous agents are not just shaping the future, but actively rewriting the rules of travel right now.