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Auberge to expand Texas footprint to Houston
Oct 18, 2024 · Inspired by the natural beauty and architectural heritage of River Oaks and reflecting the genuine nature of its community, The Birdsall, Auberge Resorts Collection will comprise a 105-room boutique hotel, 44 world-class private residences, and private members’ club will augment the storied heritage of the city’s most …
Belmond explores Asia potential following La Résidence sale
Nov 5, 2024 · The sale of La Résidence Phou Vao in Luang Prabang in Laos and La Résidence D’Angkor in Siem Reap, Cambodia takes Belmond’s Asia hotel portfolio down to two – the Jimbaran Puri in Bali and Napasai in Thailand’s Koh Samui.. However, despite the scaling down, it does not appear to represent a strategic shift away from Asia for Belmond. “Belmond continues to explore opportunities to ...
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises earns Insights’ highest ratings
Nov 6, 2024 · From the fleet, it was MS EUROPA 2 achieved the highest score of all ratings and named “best ship in the world” in the category of small ships with 251 to 750 passengers, closely followed by its sister ship MS EUROPA.. Since their respective commissioning, both ships have set the top standard on the world’s oceans in the luxury …
Hermitage Bay reopens its doors - latteluxurynews.com
Oct 31, 2024 · Recently added to the Small Luxury Hotels of the World portfolio, the refurbished property is now under the ownership of international hotelier, Daniel Shamoon of Luxury Hotels Partners. “For nearly 20 years, Hermitage Bay has rightfully earned its reputation as a true Caribbean jewel,” Shamoon said. “By closely collaborating with the expert team on the ground, this renovation allows us ...
Samantha Brown to host one of Allura’s first voyages
Nov 6, 2024 · Travel expert Samantha Brown will host a 10-day Mediterranean voyage aboard Oceania Cruises’ Allura in August 2025, one of the vessel’s first sailings. The host of the PBS TV show “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love,” will join on the journey from Monte Carlo to Athens which departs on 5 ...
One&Only, Emirates Wolgan Valley mutually end alliance
Apr 29, 2024 · In a brief statement that has been posted on the resort’s website, the property states: “Following the indefinite closure of Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley in June 2023 in response to [the] resort’s ongoing challenges with road access, a decision has been made to cease One&Only Resort’s management contract with the property.”
White Desert offers travellers an Antarctic first
Nov 5, 2024 · Meanwhile, it’s still possible to spend Christmas at Whichaway, with spaces still available for its 22 December seven-day itinerary. The White Desert World South American itinerary which heads south from Lima to Puerto Natales in September or northbound in March is also gaining much interest with several departures already sold out and first availability in …
Corinthia Hotel makes its mark in the USA - latteluxurynews.com
Oct 26, 2024 · The property also signals the debut of a new wellness destination on the Upper East Side: The Surrey Spa featuring Sisley Paris.Corinthia Hotels has partnered with the luxury French lifestyle brand Sisley, renowned for its expertise in Phyto-cosmetology – combining the finest plant-based ingredients with cutting-edge science – to offer treatments focused on rejuvenation, anti-aging and ...
InterContinental Singapore makes quirky champagne play
Nov 5, 2024 · Champagne lovers are flocking to the InterContinental Singapore after the hotel launched the world’s first champagne drive-thru concept. Instead of traditional drive-thru staples like burgers and fries, the Champagne Express Lane gives visitors the opportunity to choose from Singapore’s largest ...