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Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea Introduces Kai Holo Spa, A Wellness Sanctuary Inspired by the Flow of the Island

Hawaii's five-star, five-diamond Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea unveils Kai Holo Spa, a wellness destination where island-inspired experiences meet modern innovation. Translating to "flowing tide" in Hawaiian, Kai Holo Spa invites guests into a personal flow state, where they move seamlessly through an immersive aquathermal experience, island-inspired Pacific Journeys, and cutting-edge offerings. Every aspect has been designed to restore and transform.

Rimrock Banff Unveils Expeditions Center and Pathfinder-Led Experiences as Part of Summer 2026 Opening

Rimrock Banff has been reimagined following a $115M CAD property-wide transformation, unveiling an all-new Expeditions Center and dedicated team of Pathfinders designed to connect guests more deeply with the soul of Banff National Park. Grounded in the destination's enduring spirit of exploration, the program will offer ultra-personalized experiences shaped by bespoke itineraries and expert local guidance.

Dublin at Your Doorstep: a New Era of the Fitzwilliam, Dublin is Unveiled

The Fitzwilliam, Dublin, a cornerstone of premium Irish hospitality for nearly three decades, has entered a sophisticated new era with the completion of a sweeping, top-to-bottom renovation. The independent five-star property is welcoming discerning global guests with completely transformed interiors and highly tailored programming designed to anchor visitors in the local culture while serving as a gateway to the broader Irish landscape

IHG Hotels & Resorts to open first Kimpton in Indonesia

IHG Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a first look at Kimpton Suntaya Bali Ubud, set to debut later this year as the luxury lifestyle brand’s highly anticipated arrival in Indonesia. Designed as an extension of Bali’s creative energy, the hotel will embody Kimpton’s signature approach to human hospitality, intuitive service, and design-forward spaces that invite curiosity and connection.

Frictionless Check-In Runs Into a Safety Question, US Pipeline Points to 832 Openings in 2028

Thursday turns to the limits of smooth service. A roundtable asks whether removing friction from the guest journey has also removed safeguards, and makes the case for ID checks and staff who are empowered to act. Lodging Econometrics counts 5,975 US projects in the pipeline and forecasts 832 openings in 2028. And an op-ed argues personalization stops working the moment it becomes policy.