Announcements

Minor Hotels Opens the First Colbert Collection Hotel with Porta Rossa in Florence

Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, announces the launch of Porta Rossa Hotel Firenze, Colbert Collection, marking the first hotel to open under the new Colbert Collection brand worldwide. Located on Via Porta Rossa, in the heart of Florence's historic centre, the hotel officially debuted on 12 May 2026, following a comprehensive renovation to transform it into a flagship of the brand.

voco Darwin Suites opens in Australia’s Northern Territory, marking a new era for premium accommodation in the Top End

voco Darwin Suites has officially opened its doors in the heart of the city centre, bringing IHG Hotels & Resorts' fast-growing premium brand to the Northern Territory for the first time. The new-build hotel also marks the debut of a voco Suites product in Australia, with one- and two-bedroom suites blending the convenience of self-sufficient facilities with a productive work environment, all while retaining the playful characteristics of voco.

Discover MGallery Collection’s debut in the Maldives, the V Villas Maldives at Mirihi – MGallery Collection

MGallery Collection proudly announces the opening of V Villas Maldives at Mirihi — MGallery Collection, a luxurious all-villa retreat where light, time and the ocean flow in soothing harmony. Crafted as a refined ode to Maldivian heritage and natural beauty, this property invites travellers to experience luxury, where every horizon line invites stillness, presence and awe.

Radisson expands its footprint in Dubai with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights is a 537-room five-star city hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, affiliated with Radisson Blu, part of Radisson Hotel Group. Located in Barsha Heights, the hotel offers spacious rooms and suites, five restaurants and bars, 16 meeting and event spaces, a spa and fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, and a Kids’ Club for business travelers, leisure guests, families, and extended-stay visitors.

ONE | GT Debuts in George Town, Introducing a New Era of Urban Luxury in Grand Cayman

 ONE | GT, a new luxury hotel and residential development in the heart of Grand Cayman, officially opened its doors to guests last week, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of Downtown George Town. The property is managed by Remington Hospitality and is the island’s only member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH) collection.  

Mirbeau Inn & Spa Debuts in Beacon, Blending Historic Charm with Everyday Wellness

Mirbeau Inn & Spa, the award-winning boutique hotel and spa collection celebrated for its French-inspired elegance, Monet-inspired gardens, and immersive wellness experiences, today announces the opening of its newest resort in Beacon, New York. As the fifth property in the brand's growing portfolio, Mirbeau Beacon marks a strategic expansion deeper in the Hudson Valley, offering a sophisticated retreat within close reach of New York City.

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel Opens, Marking First Internationally Branded New-Build on the Sunshine Coast in Over Four Decades

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel has opened its doors, welcoming guests to Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and marking the arrival of the first internationally branded new-build hotel in the region in more than four decades. The opening signals a new phase for Mooloolaba, as growing domestic and international demand reshapes one of Australia’s most established coastal destinations.

Radisson Blu Hotel Nanjing South New Town offers guests a new way to experience Nanjing’s Emerging City Center

Jin Jiang Radisson Hotels announces the grand opening of Radisson Blu Hotel Nanjing South New Town, the flagship property of the Radisson Blu brand in Nanjing. Marking an important milestone in the brand's strategic expansion across the Yangtze River Delta, the hotel is located in South New Town, one of the city's most dynamic urban districts.