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Hilton Worldwide is set to add the city of Al Ahsa to its Saudi Arabia portfolio, following a signing agreement with Al Jazeera Group, owned by H.E. Sheikh Dr. Jassim bin Nasser bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani. The 180-room Hilton Al Ahsa, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is expected to open in 2016 and will be strategically located in the downtown area of Al Ahsa in an upcoming district surrounded by a growing…
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is opening new two-bedroom Family Water Villas this month. Created for families with older children, or friends travelling together, the seven new villas offer luxurious two-bedroom accommodation on stilts over the five-star resort’s lagoon. “Our philosophy is to offer our guests the ultimate in resort accommodation on two islands and we’re constantly updating to ensure…
The Berggasthaus Aescher hotel is a one-of-a-kind place to stay as the structure is built into one of the cliffs of the Swiss Alps. This 170-year-old guest house is made for those who love nature as the view from the suites is gorgeous. It is also a great getaway from the hustle and bustle of life as there is no TV or WiFi. Forgoing modern conveniences, the hotel does not provide conventional showers,…
The Ritz-Carlton hotel has created a signature dessert that will become the edible symbol of the brand around the world. After a call was put out to the company’s network of hotels, 22 pastry chefs came up with different recipes in line with the mandate: to come up with a dessert that represented the heritage of the brand. The winning recipe is a triple-layer, dark chocolate cake flavored with orange…
Marriott International is launching Moxy, a new economy-focused brand, in partnership with Inter Hospitality, a division of the Ikea Group. The first Moxy hotel will open near the Milan airport next September. Designed to appeal to Millennials, the Moxy Milan Malpensa Airport will aim to offer a comfortable and stylish hotel at an affordable price. Guests at the hotel will be met with a hip and…
Located at the heart of the Latin Quarter in Paris, the boutique hotel “Seven” has a suite that is inspired by the famous fictional spy, James Bond. Designed by the agency BASTIE, the suite has a retro-futuristic feel, and one can almost imagine being a secret agent in this elegantly furnished room. The accessories that decorate the suite are also a tribute to many of the Bond movies we know and love.…
Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts announces the signing of an agreement with Huaning Grant Tourism Development Co. Ltd to manage a deluxe Dusit Thani Resort as well as a Dusit Residence in Fuxian Lake, Yunnan, comprising 680 guestrooms and apartments in total. Located by the scenic Fuxian Lake, the third deepest freshwater lake in China, the properties are approximately 90 minutes from Kunming International…
Karl Lagerfeld and a Macau casino operator announced plans on Friday for the Chanel designer to create his first hotel. Expected to open in 2017 as part of the Lisboa Palace luxury development, the Karl Lagerfeld hotel will feature 270 rooms created by the 80-year-old, with a mix of 19th century and more modern design features. “I have more houses than I need and I don’t want to do any anymore. So I…
Dusit International reasserts its position as one of Asia’s leading hospitality groups at the world’s largest annual tourism exhibition, ITB Berlin, held in the German capital city from 5th – 9th March 2014. At ITB, the company debuts its newest addition to the Dusit brand family, Dusit Devarana Hotels and Resorts. The brand is a significant niche offering that leverages Dusit’s legendary hospitality and…
FOUR SEASONS HOTELS AND RESORTS has introduced the first fully customizable hotel bed in partnership with leading bed manufacturer Simmons. According to a Sleep Survey conducted by Ipsos in late 2013, 92% of respondents expressed a definite preference on the firmness of their bed. This inspired the development of a new type of mattress that can be altered depending on guests’ needs. The Four…
Dubai (United Arab Emirates), 4 March 2014. Guests who use the airport transfer service of Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts can now take advantage of complimentary WiFi connectivity on their way to the property where they stay. The initiative is part of the upscale hospitality company’s aim to add value through the use of progressive technology. Hotel limousines of Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts across the Middle…
Six Senses Hotels, Resorts & Spas announced that it will open an exclusive resort on Félicité Island in the Republic of Seychelles. The Six Senses Zil Pasyon will be built on Félicité Island, 55 km from the archipelago’s main island, Mahé. Guests will reach the resort from the international airport by boat or by helicopter. The Zil Pasyon will include 28 one-bedroom villas, two two-bedroom villas and…
Hotel Indigo, part of the InterContinental Hotels Group, has launched a new guest service they call “Neighborhood Guide,” an interactive touch screen that will be installed in hotel lobbies across the system. Much like a virtual concierge, the display allows guests to look up local attractions, restaurant recommendations and interact with guests from other properties around the world. But what makes…
The Ice Hills Hotel recently popped up in Hokkaido, Japan. It is part of an initiative by Creative Hokkaido to capture the island’s culture and creativity. The beauty of this hotel lies in its transience—it will only last as long as the winter. Unlike most hotels, this one has three unique suites designed by artists from the Clark Gallery. They are Toshihiko Shibuya, Leo Fujisawa, and Midori…
An opulent sandcastle built in the Indian desert has been named the most extraordinary place to stay on the planet by editors of Lonely Planet. The palatial boutique hotel called Mihir Garh built atop a sand dune dedicated to the warrior God near Jodhpur that harkens the decadent life of maharajas. And according to editors of Lonely Planet, the mirage-like oasis takes the top spot as the most…
Rotana has opened its second five-star hotel in Al Ain. The new 254-room Hili Rayhaan by Rotana has been specially developed to complement the ambience of the UAE’s picturesque Garden City, with its design, décor and amenities aimed at promoting the most relaxing of stays. It is located close to the heritage and archaeological sites of Al Ain city and is expected to be a first-choice for guests…
Depart from a hurried lifestyle and start enjoying the simple pleasures in life, starting right from breakfast. For the second year in a row Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is taking part in Taste of Dubai, with plans to serve mouthwatering dishes – best savored slowly, from Fairmont The Palm’s signature BreakSlow concept at Flow Kitchen. From March 13th-15th, visitors to the fair are invited to take a mental break…
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is planning to open a new hotel and resort complex on the Indonesian island in 2016. With 97 villas and 24 spacious guest rooms, the Mandarin Oriental Bali promises to be a haven for those looking to get away from it all. Located on the Bukit Peninsula at the southern end of Bali, the resort hotel will offer an extraordinary view on the Indian Ocean and direct access to…
