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PLAYA HOTELS & RESORTS SET TO DEBUT KIMPTON TRES RIOS
Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (Playa), a leading owner and operator of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean has announced reservations are officially open for Kimpton Tres Rios, its newest managed all-inclusive property, for stays in early 2025. Kimpton Tres Rios marks an important first for the Kimpton brand, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts luxury and lifestyle portfolio, as the first all-inclusive resort for the renowned boutique luxury brand.
SHERATON GRAND NASHVILLE DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR RENOVATION
The Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown, an iconic property owned by Dreamscape Companies and Centerbridge Partners standing in the heart of Music City, today announced the completion of a comprehensive property renovation. The project marks the beginning of the property’s next chapter as part of Sheraton Hotels’ worldwide transformation of its guest experience. Managed by Aimbridge Hospitality, a leading, global hotel management company and the world’s largest third-party hotel operator, Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown builds upon Sheraton Hotels’ global mission to become the world’s gathering place, and serves as a community hub for guests and locals, offering spaces to connect and collaborate, find inspiration, and foster productivity.
Growing Popularity of Solar Eclipse Travel Inspires New Cruise Itinerary Aboard Sun Princess
Princess Cruises, the world’s most iconic cruise line, has added a second Total Solar Eclipse cruise option, this one aboard its newest and most stunning ship – Sun Princess, when the next spectacle takes place in August 2026.
Hyatt Announces Plans for First Andaz Hotel in Australia
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that Hyatt has entered into agreements with Destination Gold Coast Consortium for an Andaz resort in the Gold Coast, Australia. Destination Gold Coast Consortium is a joint venture between parent company, The Star Entertainment Group, and its two partners, Far East Consortium and Chow Tai Fook Enterprises. Andaz Gold Coast will be part of an integrated resort masterplan, The Star Gold Coast. Slated to open in mid-2025, the hotel will mark the debut of luxury lifestyle brand Andaz in Australia and the Pacific region.
Iconic Washington, D.C. Hotel to Join Le Méridien Brand Portfolio
Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, a global premium brand within Marriott Bonvoy, have announced that an iconic property in Downtown D.C. has joined the brand portfolio following a $15 million renovation. Completing the renovation in September, the Le Méridien Madison, Washington, DC, is owned by Crescent Real Estate and operated by HEI Hotels & Resorts.
ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES UNVEILS NEW SPECIALTY DINING: THE EXPLORER’S TABLE
Atlas Ocean Voyages, the leader in yacht expedition cruising, invites guests to The Explorer’s Table, a new specialty dining option now available on Polar Expeditions to Antarctica and the High Arctic. An exclusive Omakase-style dining experience, The Explorer’s Table will present global culinary highlights from Spain, Korea, France, Argentina, and North America in The Dome observation lounge. The experience will be available once on each expedition on all yachts: World Voyager™, World Traveller™, and World Navigator®.
Holiday Inn Express hotels unveils limited edition “Pancakesuits”
When it comes to hotel breakfast, Holiday Inn Express – an IHG Hotels & Resorts brand – is reminding travelers nobody does it better. For years, Holiday Inn Express guests have come to enjoy a fresh, hot, and complimentary breakfast – a brand staple at over 3,000 locations worldwide. While the menu offerings have continued to evolve over the years, there is one timeless favorite our guests flip over at hotels across the U.S. – the brand’s renowned pancakes.
10% Off October Half-Term Getaways With Posarelli Villas – Exclusive to UK Holidaymakers
Posarelli Villas is announcing a ‘10% off’ deal for UK holidaymakers, on October half-term bookings made before 30 September 2024. With properties in the most desirable regions of Italy, Greece, Spain, and Croatia, Posarelli Villas offers a luxurious getaway for every budget, featuring villas equipped with pools or sea-front locations.
Alila Shanghai Opens, Marking Greater China’s first Urban Alila Resort-style hotel
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that Alila Shanghai has opened its doors to welcome guests to a revitalizing urban retreat, alongside vibrant immersion in the lively Jing’an area and the scintillating city beyond. The property overlooks and provides exclusive private access to Zhangyuan, a complex of restored shikumen stone-gate townhouses that have been transformed into luxury retail spaces ready for guests to explore.
ATLANTIS PARADISE ISLAND ANNOUNCES 5 NIGHTS OF ENTERTAINMENT - NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION
Atlantis Paradise Island, the most remarkable destination resort in the world and leader in producing live concerts and festivals in the Caribbean, announces the highly anticipated New Year’s lineup of events with five nights of live entertainment, culminating in the illustrious Party Like a Royal New Year’s Eve celebration.
Upgraded Points Reveals the Top Airlines Most Likely to Bump You
Upgraded Points’ latest study has undercovered the frequency of involuntary denied boardings across major U.S. airlines, highlighting the carriers most likely to bump passengers in 2024.
INDULGE IN GLAMOUR THIS FESTIVE SEASON AT THE ST. REGIS BAHIA BEACH RESORT
The magic of the festive season comes alive at The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Puerto Rico’s best address this Festive Season, where The House of Celebration will highlight St. Regis’ most beloved rituals, including champagne sabrage, afternoon tea, and Bloody Mary cocktails, while also delighting guests with a range of celebratory offerings and exquisite experiences during the holidays, from Thanksgiving through to the New Year.