Announcements

W Singapore - Sentosa Cove Completes a Full-Scale Reimagination of Its Island Playground

W Singapore - Sentosa Cove announces the completion of its reimagined guest journey, marking a comprehensive transformation across accommodations, dining, wellness, and event spaces. Developed in collaboration with HACHEM, the renewal is guided by Singapore’s distinctive duality, bringing together cosmopolitan energy and island tranquillity through a cohesive, design-led approach aligned with the W brand.

Virgin Limited Edition Announces a Complete Re-Design of Ulusaba

Virgin Limited Edition, the award-winning collection of unique retreats part of the hospitality brand Virgin Hotels Collection, is delighted to announce the re-imagining of its iconic private game reserve, Ulusaba, one of the original properties that launched the portfolio 25 years ago.  Both lodges at the reserve in South Africa’s world-famous Sabi Sand will be re-designed from the ground up to create a truly extraordinary 20-bedroom retreat featuring spacious all-suite accommodations with private plunge pools and enhanced wellness facilities.

An Artful Evolution: Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan Unveils Sustainability-Led Refresh

The multi-award-winning architecture of Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan – an awe-inspiring, suspended rice bowl structure – remains as pioneering today as when it was unveiled 28 years ago. Now, the Forbes Five-Star resort draws on those cutting-edge foundations to reveal a thoughtful reimagining of its luxury riverside suite accommodations and jungle-view dining spaces.

Rancho de los Caballeros Resort Unveils $100 Million Reimagined Guest Experience Following Multi-Year Renovation

Rancho de los Caballeros Resort, a historic, family-owned dude ranch and guest resort nestled in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, announces the completion of its final renovation phase, concluding a $100 million, multi-year investment that began in 2021. The newly unveiled additions, including new accommodations and refreshed gathering spaces, mark an important milestone for the storied retreat, introducing modern comfort while maintaining the spirit that has made Rancho de los Caballeros Resort a beloved Southwest destination for generations.

Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées Hotel Unveils Landmark Renovation

Marriott International is pleased to announce the completion of the full-property renovation of the Paris Marriott Champs-Elysées Hotel, marking a defining new era for the only five-star hotel located directly on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées. The transformation blends Parisian heritage with contemporary sophistication, reimagining every guest touchpoint, from guestrooms and suites to social spaces and culinary venues.

Beaches Resorts Announces Grand Opening of Treasure Beach Village at Beaches Turks and Caicos

 Beaches Resorts has officially opened the doors to Treasure Beach Village at Beaches Turks and Caicos, a US $150 million expansion on the west end of the resort's property. Set along the world-renowned Grace Bay Beach, the new oceanfront village adds a new dimension to the Beaches Turks and Caicos experience with 101 multi-bedroom suites and an all-new collection of dining concepts and experiences that place time together at the heart of every stay.

Nina Hotel Island South Presents a New Look as an Urban Oasis

Nina Hospitality, the hospitality arm of Chinachem Group, announces the launch of a major renovation at Nina Hotel Island South, which first opened in 2010. The project redefines the property as an urban oasis on Hong Kong Island’s south side, with proximity to all of the island’s attractions, where comfort meets value. Located five minutes from Wong Chuk Hang Station and moments from Ocean Park and Aberdeen, the hotel now presents a transformed lobby alongside 432 newly refreshed guestrooms and Nina Communal, a vibrant communal lounge with bar and pantry facilities designed for families, business travellers and leisure visitors. 

andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge reimagined

An intimate and romantic lodge set on the edge of a rare sand forest in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal Province, andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge is set for a thoughtful refurbishment that will preserve its quiet magic while elevating its elegance and sense of place. Tucked between rare sand forest and a sweeping grassy meadow in the diverse Phinda Private Game Reserve, the lodge's six Suites are being reimagined to offer even greater comfort and exclusivity. Phinda Vlei Lodge will welcome children aged 12 and older only, creating a calm, quiet, and romantic experience that still remains open to families with older children. Each space is being meticulously considered to slow the rhythm of a stay, draw attention to the surrounding wilderness and weave stillness into the experience itself.

Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa Unveils The Farmhouse, Its First Five Star Accommodation

Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa, the acclaimed lakeside retreat in the village of Aurora, New York, has opened the Farmhouse, its most luxurious and wellness-forward accommodation to date. Originally built in 1835 and fully reimagined by global design firm Hart Howerton, whom previously designed the property's spa, the Farmhouse is a meticulous restoration that honors the building's character and craftsmanship. Complementing the heritage structure, a thoughtfully designed contemporary addition was introduced to house modern suites designed with the outdoors in mind. As the sixth addition to the resort's collection of impeccable inns, the Farmhouse blends the relaxed pace of bucolic living with refined design and immersive renewal experiences, marking the next chapter of luxury hospitality in the Finger Lakes.

Iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel Debuts $180+ Million Resort Transformation on Hawaii Island

Hawaii Island's first resort, the iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, originally envisioned by Laurance S. Rockefeller, proudly unveils its $180+ million, multi-phased renovation representing the most extensive transformation in the property's 60-year history. An Autograph Collection hotel and part of the expansive Mauna Kea Resort—which also includes The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort and Mauna Kea Residences—the reimagined Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is now fully open to welcome both returning and first-time guests, carrying forward Rockefeller's vision of harmonizing world-class hospitality with Hawai'i's natural beauty, cultural heritage, and environmental stewardship.

La Festa Phu Quoc, Curio Collection by Hilton, Unveils New Art-Inspired Wing in Sunset Town

La Festa Phu Quoc, Curio Collection by Hilton - the first Curio Collection by Hilton resort in Vietnam, invites guests to experience a new expression of its story with the opening of an elegant, art-inspired wing in Sunset Town. Set on a hillside opposite the Campanile clocktower and overlooking the iconic Kiss Bridge, this neoclassical, Mediterranean-style building introduces 29 art-inspired suites and duplexes, four new dining and social venues including rooftop bar framed by sweeping views of the island's golden sunsets. The new wing deepens La Festa's signature narrative, where Vietnamese warmth meets the romance and colour of Italy's Amalfi Coast. Every detail tells a story - from architecture and interiors to music, local rituals and intimate moments that make each stay distinctly their own. "This new wing allows us to tell a richer, more layered story of La Festa Phu Quoc," said Justin Kim, general manager of La Festa Phu Quoc, Curio Collection by Hilton. "It's inspired by creativity, travel and emotion, and designed for guests who value individuality and a strong sense of place. As Phu Quoc continues to evolve, we're proud to offer experiences that feel both globally refined and deeply connected to the island." Sorrento-Inspired Suites on Phu Quoc's Sunset CoastThe new wing at La Festa Phu Quoc is imagined as the home of Tran, a fictional musician from southern Vietnam whose journeys are captured in his songs. In each destination, Tran draws inspiration from local rhythms, daily rituals and human connections, transforming them into stories and melodies. This narrative is woven throughout the suites in tactile, meaningful ways, from vinyl discs at each guestroom door to piano-inspired work desks and curated artwork that references both Phu Quoc and the Amalfi Coast. The result is a collection of suites that feel like an artist's retreat: personal, creative spaces that reflect the island's character.Guests can embrace la dolce vita in 29 thoughtfully designed suites and duplexes - tailored spaces where ideas and inspiration can flourish. Presented as The Writer's Nook, The Painter's Lodge and The Sculptor's Chamber, this curated collection of Sorrento Suites features: