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andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge to open in 2022

Written by Gill Dewar on October 1, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp in Tanzania is to undergo an extensive rebuild.

The property will emerge with a brand-new identity as andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge.

“andBeyond Grumeti was originally built in the early 1990s,” explained Niall Anderson, andBeyond chief operating officer, Africa lodges.

“While it has since undergone two refurbishments, when the Grumeti River burst its banks and the lodge was flooded in April 2020, we decided that it was time for a comprehensive rebuild.”

With interior design by Fox Browne Creative and architectural design by Jack Alexander, the rebuild will utilise the existing footprint of the former structure to redefine the classical tented camp look in a form that will least impact the natural landscape.

Reinventing the traditional safari tent, the brand-new lodge will be even more luxurious and contemporary, while retaining the rustic and tactile nature of the original camp.

“We feel that what has always set the lodge apart is its magnificent setting on a tributary of the Grumeti River,” added Anderson.

“Our brief to the design team was to create spaces that would bring guests even closer to these riverside views, connecting them to nature while ensuring a sense of understated luxury.”

Drawing inspiration from the natural setting, the main guest areas will form a single sweeping arc that will follow the contours of the river, creating a series of sitting and dining areas that will flow naturally together.

The design will provide shelter from the environment while retaining a wide open and natural feel.

More than doubled in size, the guest suites will feature raised ceilings and taller doors, allowing for an abundance of natural light.

Canvas, banana fibre and hardwood cladding will add a layer of richness and call to mind the design of the original camp.

Guest suites will now also feature deep baths and indoor showers, as well as extensive outdoor decks with private plunge pools.

A family suite, which features an additional attached bedroom, will also be added to the lodge offering.

All buildings will be constructed from lightweight steel frames clad in canvas and sustainably sourced local hardwood.

An extended selection of experiences is also being developed in time for the launch of the lodge, which will reopen on June 6th next year.

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Sunway Hotel Big Box to Debut in Southern Malaysia

Written by Gill Dewar on September 30, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel, MICE.

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September 30, 2021 – Sunway Hospitality has announced the launch of its first hotel in southern Malaysia. The 284-room Sunway Hotel Big Box will debut in Johor on October 1. Located in Sunway City Iskandar Puteri, an 1,800-acre integrated township with residential, hospitality, retail, educational and medical elements, the hotel is surrounded by mangrove forests and is easily accessible via Senai International Airport, Puteri Harbour International Ferry Terminal and the Coastal Highway Southern Link from Singapore, which is just three miles away.

Guests can choose from five categories of accommodation, all of which are designed with contemporary interiors, complimentary Wi-Fi, smart flat-screen IPTV, mini fridges, coffee and tea-making facilities and sofa beds in select categories. Each hotel room will also provide reusable, sanitized and sealed stainless-steel bottles, with water dispensers on every floor, and guest bathrooms will have organic shampoo and bath gel in recyclable containers, reducing the need for single-use plastics and helping to eliminate non-degradable waste. In the lobby, a self-check-in kiosk will expedite the arrival process, while also reducing the hotel’s paper usage.

During the soft-opening phase later this year, guests will be able to book the 345-square-foot Deluxe King or Twin Rooms, which can host up to two adults and two children, or the 614-square-foot Family Suites, which have a separate living space, two bathrooms, a bedroom with a super king or twin beds, a sofa bed, capsule coffee machine and microwave.

Other amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and children’s pool, a 24-hour fitness center and a pool bar. The Pendas Café serves local and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a 24-hour in-room dining menu, while a bridge offers direct connections to many additional F&B options at Sunway Big Box Retail Park.

For corporate travellers and event planners, Sunway Hotel Big Box has three flexible meeting rooms that can accommodate between 20 and 300 people, with an LED video wall and mobile 86-inch interactive touch screen Smart Panel.

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The coast with the most – IHG Hotels & Resorts announces five new properties set to open in Coastal France

Written by Traveltalksteam on September 30, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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September 30, 2021 – IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is expanding its presence in one of its primary markets of France, with four new hotel signings and an exciting opening. Situated on France’s charismatic coastline, the five-strong collection of new properties bring three of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ brands to the region for the first time, including Staybridge Suites, Holiday Inn Express, Crowne Plaza and Hotel Indigo.

Expansion is a key strategic growth driver for IHG, and the new signings in Cannes, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Arachon-La Teste and Marseilles further cement the company’s presence in continental Europe across multiple brand collections including; Essentials, Premium, Suites and Luxury & Lifestyle.

The first of the new additions recently opened on the shores of Arcachon Bay, a charming inlet on France’s South West coast. Bringing the reliable comfort of Holiday Inn Express to the region, Holiday Inn Express Arcachon- La Teste provides the perfect base from which to uncover the many delights of this revered region. Many of the area’s beloved sites are located within 15-minutes of the hotel, including the Dune of Pilat, sunsoaked resort of Pyla-sur-Mer and a bounty of beaches.

The new signings are expected to open from October 2021 onwards, with Hotel Indigo Cagnes-sur-Mer, the first of the set scheduled to welcome guests. Showcasing Hotel Indigo’s stylish yet approachable aesthetic, the new property takes inspiration from the local neighbourhood. Comprising 87 sumptuously designed bedrooms, seven of which are elegant suites, this distinctly individual hotel brings an inviting, lively character to the seaside town of Cagnes-sur-Mer. Guests can explore the gentle shores of the Mediterranean, historic town centre and many delights of the Riviera’s elegant cuisine while enjoying the design-led comfort of Hotel Indigo Cagnes-sur-Mer.

Scheduled to open in spring 2022, Holiday Inn Express Ajaccio introduces the brand to the French island of Corsica. Comprising 71 rooms, the new hotel is designed with the modern business traveller in mind but will also appeal to leisure guests. Providing contemporary workspaces, complimentary Wi-Fi and breakfast as standard, Holiday Inn Express Ajaccio meets the needs of those travelling for work, while seeking to enjoy Corsica’s sparkling coastline. The hotel is located within easy reach of the seafront and the island’s glamourous harbour is just 2.6km from the hotel, providing links to the south of France and Sardinia.

Those seeking a longer stay can enjoy an enhanced home-away-from-home experience when Staybridge Suites Cannes Centre opens in mid-2022. With amenities including a fully equipped kitchen in every suite, a dedicated outdoor space, complimentary hot breakfast daily with signature offerings, Staybridge Suites combine the convenience of a hotel with the ambience of a private apartment. The hotel’s many features include a fitness centre, swimming pool and meeting room. The opening will be the brand’s debut in France and is located a short, five-minute walk from Cannes iconic palais des festivals and the croisette.

IHG Hotels & Resorts will also expand Crowne Plaza’s presence in Southern France with the opening of Crowne Plaza Marseille Le Dôme. Expected to open in 2022, the hotel will provide a premium offering in one of Europe’s most picturesque port cities. Synonymous with elegance and timeless appeal, Marseille is the ideal setting for Crowne Plaza’s newest opening on France’s sparkling coastline. Offering an on-site restaurant, 147-rooms and leisure facilities, the new hotel is sure to become one of the most sought-after addresses on the continent. The hotel will join the dual-branded Crowne Plaza Nice-Grand Arenas and Holiday Inn Express Nice – Grand Arenas, which opened in June 2021.

(Mrs) Willemijn Geels, Vice President Development Europe at IHG Hotels & Resorts, commented: “The recent wave of new signings and openings in France reflects the cautious optimism we at IHG Hotels & Resorts have for Europe’s recovery. France is a crucial market for us and the focus on its beautiful coastal region is an intentional step to grow our brands out of the cities and hubs, to regional settings where we can provide best-in-class properties for our guests.

Together with our owners and developers, we are continually seeking to mindfully expand our brands and invite more guests to experience the world with IHG Hotels & Resorts. We look forward to welcoming our IHG Reward members, repeat guests and new visitors to our new properties in France when they open throughout 2022.”

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Pendry Hotels & Resorts Announces the Opening of Pendry Manhattan West

Written by Leandro Agostini on September 30, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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September 30, 2021 –

Pendry Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening of Pendry Manhattan West, the latest property in the Pendry portfolio and the brand’s first hotel in New York City. In collaboration with Brookfield Properties, the hotel is designed by acclaimed architectural design firm, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, and features 164 luxury guest rooms, including 30 suites, each with interiors by world-renowned Gachot Studios and lighting by L’Observatoire International. Pendry Manhattan West provides over 6,000 square feet of multi-purpose entertainment and meeting venues each featuring natural light; a state-of-the-art fitness center equipped with Peloton and Technogym equipment, and a curated art collection spotlighting works of art from both New York City and Los Angeles based artists. Pendry Manhattan West is also home to distinct food and beverage concepts including Bar Pendry, Garden Room, and signature restaurant, Zou Zou’s, which was created in partnership with acclaimed hospitality group, Quality Branded. Zou Zou’s is helmed by Chefs Madeline Sperling and Juliana Latif and brings an Eastern Mediterranean menu to the West Side.

Debuting as the fifth property to open as part of the Pendry portfolio, which currently includes Pendry San Diego, Sagamore Pendry Baltimore, Pendry West Hollywood and Pendry Chicago, Pendry Manhattan West was designed by Gachot Studios as a marriage of bicoastal American aesthetics: merging the serene and modern West Coast luxury of the Pendry brand with a sense of elegance, all informed by the vibrancy of New York City. Inspiration for the hotel is found in the spirit of the West Coast Light and Space Movement of the 1960s and 70s, shaping Pendry Manhattan West as a dynamic oasis for reflection and discovery. Blurring the lines between art and design, Gachot collaborated with internationally renowned local artists Nancy Lorenz and John Wigmore to envision work that is seamlessly integrated into the hotel’s interior architecture. Ultimately, the lived experience of Pendry Manhattan West is one of comfort, tranquility and ease.

Pendry is located in Manhattan West, one of Brookfield Properties’ most ambitious large-scale development projects to date. The eight-acre, six-building mixed-use complex is a “superblock” that stretches from 9th Avenue to 10th Avenue and from 31st to 33rd Streets, complete with 250,000 square feet of retail anchored by Peloton’s “Peloton Studios,” a 35,000-square-foot state-of-the-art flagship location, as well as a 60,000-square-foot Whole Foods Market. A vibrant urban plaza with landscaped gardens and dynamic street-front retail brings together high-end, experiential shops and more than 25 innovative food and beverage concepts, all enlivened with public art and events by Arts Brookfield, Brookfield’s award-winning arts and entertainment program. Part of this commitment to the arts is embodied in Midnight Theatre—a contemporary variety theatre that serves as a portal to unique stories and experiences featuring talent from the worlds of magic, music, comedy, Broadway, and more in the heart of Manhattan West. Pendry Manhattan West will provide guests exclusive and unprecedented access to the Theatre, as it redefines the way New Yorkers spend a night out in the city.

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WoodSpring Suites, a franchise by Choice Hotels International, opened its 300th hotel.

Written by Traveltalksteam on September 29, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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September 29, 2021 – WoodSpring Suites, an extended stay brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), reached a significant milestone with the opening of its 300^th hotel. The achievement was marked yesterday with the grand opening of the WoodSpring Suites Gurnee-Chicago North in Illinois, as well as a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Gurnee Mayor Thomas B. Hood and executives from Choice Hotels, developer Holladay Properties and management company J&P Asset Management.

This latest opening milestone for Choice Hotels’ extended stay portfolio further exemplifies the resilience and expansion of the company’s extended stay model in the economy and midscale space. As of June 30, 2021, the WoodSpring Suites, MainStay Suites and Suburban Extended Stay brands each have 453, 217, and 86 hotels open or in the pipeline, respectively. Everhome Suites, the company’s newest brand launched in 2020, now has 18 hotels in the pipeline and has already awarded 10 franchise agreements this year.

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Where is hot in October according to Conde Nast Traveller

Written by Gill Dewar on September 29, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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In any given year, October is the perfect month to get away. Schools are back, so airports are less crowded, it’s sunny and dry everywhere from southern Europe to South America, and prices are set at shoulder season.

In 2021 however, things are noticeably different. While the temperatures of a far-flung escape remain appealing, the rules around where we can actually travel have made things more complicated. For optimistic inspiration, see our classic picks for where is hot in October, below.

AZORES ISLANDS, PORTUGAL

AVERAGE OCTOBER TEMPERATURE: 21℃

Thrillingly elemental, the Azores absorb you in nature: though Portuguese, they’re 1,000 miles from the mainland, cast gloriously adrift in the mid-Atlantic. Here, explorers (or, rather, clued-in Lisboetas and surfers) find a lost world of blue-green crater lakes, bubbling mud pools, and waterfalls rushing down green cliffs – a sort of Iceland through the looking-glass, where a subtropical climate brings year-round sunshine (a land of fire, without the ice). São Miguel, the largest island, has the hushed feel of uncharted territory, but with creature comforts. Try wellness boutique Furnas, in the hot-springs town of the same name; or Santa Bárbara Eco-Beach Resort, sitting secluded among tea plantations and commanding serious sea vistas.

LA GOMERA, CANARY ISLANDS

AVERAGE OCTOBER TEMPERATURE: 20℃

The ‘secret’ Canary Island is a far cry from its classic winter-sun siblings. Muted and secluded, it’s a heaven for adventure seekers: spectacular hiking paths probe jungly valleys and range up rough-cut cliffs. It’s accessible only via ferry from Tenerife – passengers leave resorts and packed-out beaches behind, swapping them for sleepy villages, tangled trails and rural boutiques. It’s not a fly-and-flop sort of place – though happily exhausted hikers seem content to end at the pebble beach in laid-back Playa Santiago – but October’s ideal walking weather pretty much guarantees a sunny expedition. Plus, there’s plenty of relaxing to be had joining locals at harbourside seafood restaurants, or ambling between capital San Sebastián’s pastel-painted houses.

COSTA BRAVA, SPAIN

AVERAGE OCTOBER TEMPERATURE: 21℃

No, not the Costa Brava you think you know, with the high-rise resorts and beaches so full you can barely see sand. We’re talking about the Costa Brava the Catalans keep to themselves – where secret coves stash golden shores, stone-cut medieval towns crest every hill and charming boutique hotels are de rigueur. Head for Begur and its Cuban-style mansions, close to Caribbean-esque Aiguablava beach and Amalfi-like Sa Tuna. Then tootle inland to Peratallada: its medieval streets are movie-set perfect, and every menu’s a stunner. A short drive from here, big-city Girona’s Old Town starred in Game of Thrones, and you can dine at twice-world’s-best-restaurant El Celler De Can Roca. Who needs Barcelona?

TAGHAZOUT, MOROCCO

AVERAGE OCTOBER TEMPERATURE: 25℃

As intoxicating as Morocco’s chaotic cities can be, there’s nothing like soaking up the sunny vibes of its Atlantic coast. Particularly in Taghazout, a drowsy fishing village that’s quietly transforming from decades-old scruffy-surfer hangout to the cosmo-boho’s chill-hang of choice. Make no mistake, it’s still about the breaks: a surplus of ‘surf and yoga’ camps sculpt beach bodies year-round. But a rush of natty new crash pads is smartening up the offering: see Amouage, with its ocean-facing infinity pool and Berber-meets-industrial styling; or Munga Guesthouse, a masterclass in ‘driftwood chic’. The yogi-surfer retreat is completed by the likes of Cafe Mouja, meeting all your smoothie and avocado breakfast needs.

VALLETTA, MALTA

AVERAGE OCTOBER TEMPERATURE: 25℃

Sitting in the Med between Sicily and the Tunisian coast, Malta is blessed with an outrageously sunny climate (even in December, you’ll see more than five hours of sunshine a day). Its capital, Valletta, is a delight: honey-coloured forts and cobbled streets, sun-dappled squares and back-alley wine bars, churches hung with Caravaggio originals and a budding crop of high-design hotels (such as the forthcoming Iniala Malta). All that, and it’s on the water. Speaking of which, make time to explore outside the city walls, where you’ll find sandy beaches, quaint fishing villages and true-blue lagoons to laze around. Take our advice: go slow.

LAS VEGAS, USA

AVERAGE OCTOBER TEMPERATURE: 27℃

Want to banish all memory of UK temperatures and escape to somewhere that feels like another planet entirely? Vegas is a good bet. The Nevada desert is still scorching in October, and the Strip is outright bananas year-round. Do it right with cocktails in Chandelier Bar at the Cosmopolitan hotel: a bar inside a giant chandelier. Then dine at Picasso at the Bellagio, the Vegas version of artsy where an over-the-top dining room is plastered with original Pablos (dinner is all wagyu, lobster and foie gras.)

BALI, INDONESIA

AVERAGE OCTOBER TEMPERATURE: 27℃

You don’t need us to tell you to go to Bali. But we can help you find out where the island’s natural magic hasn’t been eclipsed by crowds and traffic. In short: go east, friends – where traditional villages, wild beaches and peaceful water palaces are undisturbed by the south-coast rabble. As luck would have it, this is also where you’ll find one of Bali’s best hotels. Amankila, meaning ‘peaceful hill’, is just that: a quiet hilltop hideaway with a killer three-tiered infinity pool, thatched-roof suites on stilts and a private beach. Surrounded by nothing but green and sea, it’s the Bali of your dreams.

BEIRUT, LEBANON

AVERAGE OCTOBER TEMPERATURE: 27℃

Perhaps it’s the lingering shadow of political turmoil that gives Beirut its unique energy – this glamorous city’s party people certainly make a point of living life to the full. By turns chic and hipster, good-looking locals pout up a storm in the beach clubs and rooftop bars; arty types spill out of live-music shows and spoken-word events in the Mar Mikhael district; and everyone ends the night at BO18, the legendary ‘secret bunker’ club with a retractable roof. Soothe morning-after blues with a pillowy manakish (Arabic bread stuffed with insanely gooey cheese), then hunker down at the opulent Phoenicia (did someone say colonnaded swimming pool?). Or opt for a residential feel in the elegant, all-suite Albergo.

TRANCOSO, BRAZIL

AVERAGE OCTOBER TEMPERATURE: 27℃

It’s known as the Brazilian Tulum, but Trancoso’s pleasures are simpler than that. It’s the absence of pretension that brings São Paulo society – not to mention high-rollin’ celebs like Leonardo DiCaprio and Naomi Campbell – to this languid clifftop town on the Bahian coast. No resorts, no velvet-roped clubs. Just a sprinkling of modest restaurants spilling onto the village green, and a hell of a beach fringed with coconut palms and ochre bluffs. It’s a place where the hottest bar in town serves cocktails from an old wooden boat. High season – Christmas and New Year – brings traffic and queues. But arrive any other time and you’ll call it your own.

ABC ISLANDS, CARIBBEAN

AVERAGE OCTOBER TEMPERATURE: 31℃

Some like it really hot – if that’s you, October in the Caribbean could be your thing. Sitting safely outside the hurricane belt, the ABC Islands offer all the brochure-blue seas and white-sand stretches you could ask for, without the extreme weather that typically keeps people away at this time of year. Aruba is all-inclusive country, Bonaire a laid-back dive destination – but we’d be tempted to plump for Curaçao. Rows of colourful Dutch houses and colonial-style hotels add a dash of European charm to this particular paradise, and no one will judge if your drink is blue.

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The Maldives Is Getting Another Stunning Hotel on a Private Island

Written by Gill Dewar on September 29, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Activity, Hotel.

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The rebranding of the Kanuhara resort will be complete in 2022.

Six Senses is known for bringing upscale amenities, exclusive experiences, and a relaxing atmosphere everywhere it opens a new hotel. And since few places exude more luxury than the Maldives, the brand is getting ready to debut its second property in the idyllic destination.

Instead of building from the group up, however, Six Senses will work on its second collaboration with Singapore-based Hotel Properties Limited (HPL) to rebrand the already popular Kanuhura resort.

Encompassing three private islands — two deserted neighboring islands and Kanuhura itself — the property will offer the Maldives’ signature combination of white sands, turquoise waters, and lush greenery. Also synonymous with this archipelago nation? Luxurious accommodations with unbeatable views. And guests at the new property can expect nothing less.

The resort currently has 80 private villas, both on the beach and over the water. Throughout the rebranding process in the coming months, the accommodations will be upgraded to add private pools in the overwater villas and new family suites.

Other property enhancements will include fresh dining concepts, as well as new wellness programming. Meanwhile, those who prefer something more active will find water activities and high-performance equipment that allows for nearby turtle safaris, access to 40 dive sites, and more — all while learning about ocean conservation.

At the forefront of all the changes will be Six Senses’ unique ethos.

“Six Senses Kanuhura is a unique opportunity to combine our three best-loved ideals in life: sustainability, wellness, and locally themed experiences,” said Neil Jacobs, CEO of Six Senses, in a press release shared with Travel + Leisure. “By day, your feet will be sandy and your hair salty. By night, surrender to the spa and your skin will be smoothed, your soul will be soothed, and your mood will be as sparkling as your sundowner.”

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Hotel Indigo Bandung Dago Pakar to Open 2024 in Indonesia

Written by Gill Dewar on September 28, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts and PT Hotel Dago Pakar extend their partnership in Indonesia with a second hotel – Hotel Indigo Bandung Dago Pakar – following the success of InterContinental Bandung Dago Pakar.

Scheduled to open in 2024, the 275-room Hotel Indigo Bandung Dago Pakar will be located in the Dago neighbourhood, in the northern region of Bandung.

As with every Hotel Indigo property, it will draw on the story of its local area to inspire all aspects of its design, décor and service style. Every detail, from the warmth of the welcome guests receive to the dishes served in the restaurants, create a highly-memorable cultural experience, inspired by the rich heritage of Dago Pakar and the vibrant spirit, passion and independence of Bandung.

Hotel Indigo Bandung Dago Pakar will weave three key themes into every aspect of the guest journey: the healing and restorative power of water, the craftmanship of local artisans, musicians, puppet masters and dancers that combines modern and traditional art forms, and the folklores and fables that have inspired generations of locals.

Purnawan Suriadi, Director, PT Hotel Dago Pakar, said: “We want to establish Dago Pakar as a must-visit destination, bring out a deeper understanding of our rich culture and heritage that intertwines European influence from its colonial past as well as its young vibrant creative culture, and forge a meaningful connection between our guests, our hotel and the community. The Hotel Indigo design philosophy, which uses storytelling to bring the neighbourhood to life within the hotel while providing a gateway to inspiring and culturally rich locations, aligns with our vision for this property.

“We have a strong partnership with IHG and are very happy with the continued success of InterContinental Bandung Dago Pakar despite the pandemic. Since opening in 2015, it has transformed the area into a popular luxury destination for business and leisure travellers.

“We are confident that IHG’s proven track record of success in quality and guest satisfaction, both internationally and in the region, will offer a uniquely local experience for guests at Hotel Indigo Bandung Dago Pakar.”

Serena Lim, Vice President, Development for South East Asia and Korea, IHG, said: “We are very excited to bring boutique brand Hotel Indigo to Bandung and extend our excellent partnership with PT Hotel Dago Pakar. The Hotel Indigo brand is growing in Indonesia with Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach and three more properties in the pipeline in Bintan and Jakarta.

“The brand’s growth momentum shows the appetite of travellers to explore the heart and soul of each location they go to and be inspired by new places, people and ideas. We are also seeing a demand for owners to create a unique hotel experience that celebrates and supports the neighbourhood and makes a positive impact on the community.

“With 24 hotels in Indonesia, Hotel Indigo Bandung Dago Pakar joins IHG’s pipeline in the country that includes 13 hotels with 2,520 rooms across five brands. With its growing middle class and large millennial population, we see Indonesia as a long-term key market for our estate of brands.”

Facilities at Hotel Indigo Bandung Dago Pakar will include a café & bar, meeting and event spaces measuring more than 1,800 sqm, a health and fitness club, two swimming pools, and a kids club. It will also offer the first rooftop pool and bar in Bandung with 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape and city.

Located on a site previously known as “Love Hill”, 700 metres above sea level, Dago Pakar is a rich botanical sanctuary surrounded by tea plantations, pristine forests and natural waterfalls, and offers scenic city views. A 30-minute drive to Bandung International Airport, the hotel is situated near to the Djuanda Forest Park, a vast conservation area and botanical garden with more than 2,500 types of plants and endangered animals.

Its central location makes it easy for visitors to explore the local community, and offers the chance to sample Indo-Dutch cuisine such as pisang molen (banana wrapped in baked flour), to “ngopi” which is the act of socialising with family and friends over local coffee and teh poci (tea in a pot), and immerse in the thriving folk art scene of creatives, artists, musicians, performers and writers.

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Experience Cerro Guido in Chile with Felipe Howard

Written by Gill Dewar on September 27, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Activity, Hotel, Opinionblog.

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Experience Cerro Guido with Felipe Howard – Southbound DMC founder and director

“Look Felipe, towards the East, beside a square rock with lichens, below the crack, there is another puma”.

I take my binoculars and start screening the rocks with lichens, it is difficult to find the puma, which is so well camouflaged until I do see it. Part of the excitement of our excursion is feeling the emotion of watching with patience until you detect the puma.

During 5 days and 4 excellent nights, we went precisely to live the experience on the ground. We stayed at the Estancia Cerro Guido Hotel, the base for all our excursions and part of the wildlife conservation project that started here in 2019. Cerro Guido is an historic renovated mansion, nice and cosy, very comfortable with its authentic decoration from the days of the pioneers.

A Patagonian ranch which still operates as such and where, from the dining room, you have a privileged view of the Paine massif. A delicious breakfast was the start of our days of exploration. Personalized snacks kept us going during the day. We enjoyed the views to the Paine Mountain range from different perspectives, from Sierra del Toro (Bull Hill), from Condor hideouts, or the massive Sierra Baguales, which is another hidden treasure. Always enjoying sceneries with amazing colours that changed from day to day. With sunrises and sunsets with the Paine towers as a backdrop and away from the more bustling tourists tracks in Torres del Paine National Park.

Travel to Cerro Guido is not only to observe pumas; it is a complete wildlife experience as well as a cultural experience, when observing the life and work on the ranch. To be able to get to know the gauchos and listen to their stories, is a joy in itself.

It has been gratifying to take part in this experiment to achieve a healthy and long term coexistence between conserving the authentic wildlife and ranching in Patagonia.

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AC Hotels by Marriott® Debuts in the Dominican Republic with the Opening of AC Punta Cana

Written by Traveltalksteam on September 27, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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September 27, 2021 – AC Hotels by Marriott^®, the design-led lifestyle brand part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announces the opening of the 129-room AC Hotel by Marriott Punta Cana. With open and multifunctional public spaces, guests are invited to experience a hotel in the center of one of the most important tourist and corporate destinations in the Caribbean.

“With a picture-perfect location, the first AC Hotel in the Dominican Republic offers visitors elegant and purposefully designed spaces, modern rooms and a refined culinary experience,” said Jeff Tomczek, Vice President & Global Brand Leader, Distinctive Select Brands. “We’ve created an ideal environment to become a benchmark in hospitality for Punta Cana and throughout the country, which will allow discerning travelers to live life by design with everything they need and nothing they don’t.”

The culture and rich history of the Dominican Republic served as inspiration for the hotel, defining it as a relaxed, upscale option in the city. The hotel’s design features subtle nods to Caribbean nature and culture, including coffee accessories, local crafts, ceramics, and ornaments. In addition, the hotel’s dedication to the creative community will be reflected in its programming with local artists of various genres showcasing the beauty of the destination with their interpretations.

Located just 15 minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in the San Juan Shopping Center, the new hotel embodies the AC Hotels brand ethos to curate an effortless experience that offers only the best of what guests truly need with no unwanted extras, focusing on the increasingly growing trend of “bleisure travel.”

The brand’s signature offerings include the Spanish-inspired AC Kitchen, open for breakfast, dinner and brunch on weekends. Guests are welcomed into a sophisticated atmosphere with contemporary design featuring natural tones, richly textured finishes and carefully selected pieces. The signature AC Lounge^® offers expertly made cocktails including a locally inspired gin tonic, local craft beers, and an elevated wine program. Tapas-style small bites complete the food menu in a comfortable and elegant atmosphere.

Guest can savor their refreshments outdoors on the terrace featuring an infinity pool with a children’s area for family gatherings, outfitted with cabanas and lounge chairs. The terrace offers a selection of food, drink and entertainment from sunrise to sunset for hotel guests and will offer a weekly schedule that includes music and social events.

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Swissôtel Resort Kolasin to welcome ski lovers next year

Written by Leandro Agostini on September 24, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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Accor has signed an agreement for a new hotel in Montenegro.

The four-star Swissôtel Resort Kolasin is located in the Bjelasica mountain range and will be a perfect destination for winter sports lovers.

The hotel will welcome its first guests by the end of 2022.

The newly-built facility will offer 116 modern and comfortable rooms.

Guests will be able to enjoy the sophisticated restaurant, aperitif bar, spa area, business space and a ski room.

Located at 1,600 metres above sea level, next to the slope, Swissôtel Resort Kolasin will seek to blend in with the landscape.

The investor and owner of the hotel is Company Ski Resort Kolasin 1600.

“The south-east of Europe is full of hidden touristic gems and natural treasures, that we are proud to help unveil to international tourists from all over the world.

“Thanks to this great partnership we are delighted to bring our premium Swissôtel brand to the fairy-tale destination of Montenegro.

“Swissôtel Resort Kolasin will provide guests with truly premium experience thanks to its location, luxurious design, and its commitment to its spectacular natural environment,” said Dilek Sezer, development director, south-eastern Europe, Accor.

Swissôtel Resort Kolasin will be a part of the new K16 Resort.

The winter centre is being also developed in cooperation with the government.

Kolasin is a city surrounded by mountains in the north of Montenegro, located at an altitude of 954 metres.

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Portugal’s Second Hilton Hotels & Resorts Hotel Opens Amongst Historic Port Cellars in the Porto District

Written by Traveltalksteam on September 24, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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September 24, 2021 – Hilton Porto Gaia occupies a renovated former port warehouse in Vila Nova de Gaia.

VILA NOVA DE GAIA, Portugal – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today celebrates the opening of Hilton Porto Gaia, located in Vila Nova de Gaia. The 194-room former port warehouse is the latest addition to the internationally renowned Hilton Hotels & Resorts portfolio, and opens following a franchise agreement with Sabersal — Promoção Turística e Imobiliária, S.A.

“It is with great enthusiasm that we open the first Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in northern Portugal,” says Mónica Gonçalves, general manager of Hilton Porto Gaia. “This hotel is a highly anticipated new offering for the Portuguese market, and we are excited to welcome guests to this beautiful property which is steeped in history as a former port warehouse. Whether visiting Porto for leisure or for business, Hilton Porto Gaia will provide the perfect base for travelers, and the strength of the Hilton brand will be an enormous asset as we welcome guests from all over the world to the Porto-Gaia hub.”

“In partnership with Sabersal — Promoção Turística e Imobiliária, S.A., we are thrilled to open Hilton Porto Gaia, our second Portuguese property under our flagship Hilton Hotels and Resorts brand,” David Kelly, senior vice president, Continental Europe, Hilton, said. “Though modern in style, the former port warehouse still retains the original shape in keeping with the area’s architecture, connecting guests to the history and culture of Vila Nova de Gaia through its unique design elements and locally inspired drinking and dining options. This opening solidifies our commitment to Portugal, Hilton Porto Gaia being the first in a series of new openings that will see Hilton’s portfolio more than double in the coming years.”

A 40 million Euro project development project preserved the property’s classic shape and structure, whilst substantial refurbishments took place influenced by the building’s unique character. Drawing on Porto-Gaia’s rich heritage, the hotel’s interior has been styled by the award-winning Portuguese designer Nini de Andrade Silva to offer contemporary comfort and sophisticated design throughout the eight floors and 32,000-square-meter space. The hotel’s rooms have also been designed with the building’s history in mind, and many offer excellent views of the Douro River and the historic centre of Porto-Gaia.

With a range of drinking and dining options, guests can enjoy the hotel’s two bars and restaurant, the latter of which is headed by celebrated chef Hugo Portela. Portela takes his inspiration from authentic local cuisine, interpreted with a modern and contemporary twist using locally sourced ingredients. The building’s two bars are an extension of this concept, with areas dedicated to artisan coffee prepared by specialist baristas and to the art of mixology, with signature cocktails that can be enjoyed with a panoramic view over the banks of the Douro River.

The hotel’s wellness centre, spread over 1,100 square meters, emphasises ‘slow beauty’, a holistic approach to the body, mind, and spirit. Guests can relax in dedicated rest areas and take advantage of the heated indoor pool, which references the building’s port wine history with its garnet-toned design. The space also hosts a dynamic fitness centre, with a fully equipped gym open to the public, and a stylish studio ideal for the practice of yoga, pilates and clinical pilates.

Hilton Porto Gaia offers more than 2,200 square meters of dedicated conference, event and meeting rooms. The extensive meeting space features a magnificent ballroom that can host up to 600 people and an impressive auditorium, which comfortably accommodates 350 attendees and is equipped with the latest technology, including a lift stage.

The hotel is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty programme for Hilton’s 18 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, exclusive member discounts, free standard Wi-Fi and access to the Hilton Honors mobile app.

Hilton Porto Gaia Hotel is located at number 124 on Rua Serpa Pinto, in Vila Nova de Gaia. For more information and reservations, travelers may visit the official website or call +351 22 244 9200. The property is owned by Sabersal — Promoção Turística e Imobiliária, S.A. Hilton Porto Gaia joins more than 120 Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties in Europe, including the recently opened Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa.

Nightly room rates start from €116 or Hilton Honors members can redeem Points using the Points Explorer tool.

About Hilton Porto Gaia

Hilton Porto Gaia is located at Rua de Serpa Pinto, 124, Vila Nova de Gaia. It has a capacity of 194 rooms and suites and offers a range of complementary services including:

a Restaurant, a Cocktail bar, a Panoramic bar, a SPA & Fitness Centre with a gym, pilates and yoga studio, multiple event venues, an Auditorium, and a spacious Ballroom with a capacity of approximately 600 people. The project is the result of a franchising agreement with Sabersal – Promoção Turística e Imobiliária, S.A. and will be the second location in Portugal under the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand (the first was the Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa).

About Hilton Hotels & Resorts

For over a century, Hilton Hotels & Resorts has set the benchmark for hospitality around the world, providing new product innovations and services to meet guests’ evolving needs. With more than 575 hotels across six continents, Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties are located in the world’s most sought-after destinations for guests who know that where they stay matters. Experience a positive stay at Hilton Hotels & Resorts by booking at hiltonhotels.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about the brand at newsroom.hilton.com/hhr, and follow Hilton Hotels & Resorts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Mandarin Oriental debuts MO lounge

Written by Traveltalksteam on September 24, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel, Restaurant.

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September 24, 2021 – Mandarin Oriental, New York Debuts ‘MO Lounge’ and Culinary Enhancements Lead by New F&B Director and Executive Chef Toni Robertson

Mandarin Oriental, New York unveils new dining experience, MO Lounge, and announces the appointment of Chef Toni Robertson as F&B Director and Executive Chef. Located on the hotel’s 35th floor and adjacent to the Sky Lobby, MO Lounge offers an all-day menu of elevated comfort food and well-crafted cocktails while providing spectacular views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline.

MO Lounge

Designed by Chef Toni Robertson, the menu at MO Lounge features the finest locally sourced and sustainable ingredients in popular, approachable dishes, while, in a nod to Mandarin Oriental’s storied heritage, incorporating Asian flavors. Standouts include the Mushroom Char-Siu featuring oyster mushrooms with Chinese BBQ sauce, pickled radish, and whipped almond cream; Wonton Noodle Soup with chicken and shrimp wonton, char siu pork, poached eggs, shitake mushroom, and bok choy; and NY Steak Bites with black garlic truffle butter.

House cocktails include the M.O. Fashioned, MO Lounge’s take on an Old Fashioned with lapsang souchong infused knob creek, angostura, and orange zest; the Malabi, made with vodka, amaretto, skim milk, and pistachios; and the Lunar Eclipse, crafted with a turmeric-infused stoli, carrot juice, lemon juice, and honey. Guests can also choose from a premium list of champagne and wines by the glass, local craft beers, craft soft and homemade iced drinks, as well as freshly-squeezed juices and smoothies for breakfast.

MO Lounge is open daily from 7:00am to 11:00pm, Sunday through Wednesday, and 7:00am to 12:00am, Thursday through Saturday. Reservations can be made online via www.mandarinoriental.com/new-york/fine-dining or by contacting Mandarin Oriental, New York at +1 (212) 805-8800.

About Chef Toni Robertson

MO Lounge, as with the property’s entire F&B operations, is overseen by Chef Toni Robertson who rejoins the hotel after seven years away. Chef Robertson was part of the original Mandarin Oriental, New York team, acting as Executive Chef when the hotel opened in 2004. A year later, she transferred to Mandarin Oriental, Singapore to act as the property’s Executive Chef through 2017.

Chef Robertson formally trained at The Culinary and Hospitality Institute of Chicago, graduating first in her class. Her career was followed by over 30 years of international experience as a professional chef where she traveled the globe to lead culinary operations at luxury properties in Chicago, Beverly Hills, and San Francisco to Hawaii, South Africa, and Singapore.

“We are extremely delighted to welcome back Chef Toni Robertson,” says Susanne Hatje, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, New York. “Her impressive culinary experience and expertise, together with the opening of MO Lounge, creates an exciting new direction to our culinary offering.”

Cocktail Masterclass

For a limited time, guests have an opportunity to learn the art of mixology directly from Chef herself. Offered exclusively though Mandarin Oriental’s Fans of M.O. member benefits, the Cocktail Masterclass is offered on select Sundays through early December (October 3, November 7, and December 5). Fans of M.O. members and up to five guests can book the 45-minute class and learn how to create high-design specialty cocktails. Reservations can be made online via www.mandarinoriental.com/fans-of-mo/members-only#member-experiences at USD 75+ per guest, inclusive of cocktails and snacks.

In addition to accessing exclusive member experiences, Fans of M.O. members can enjoy benefits such as early check-in, late check-out, daily breakfast, complimentary room upgrade, and more.

Reservations can be made at mandarinoriental.com/new-york or by calling Mandarin Oriental, New York at 212-805-8800.

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Pan Pacific Hotels Group Expands Global Footprint Across 10 Key Gateway Cities In Prime Locations

Written by Traveltalksteam on September 23, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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September 23, 2021 – Pan Pacific Hotels Group continues to grow its global pipeline with 13 new properties across 10 key gateway cities by 2024. More than 3,300 rooms will be added to the Group’s inventory, bringing its portfolio to 48 hotels, resorts, and serviced suites across 29 cities. Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s parent UOL Group Limited is one of Asia’s most established hotel and property companies.

This move sees the Group establish its presence in key gateway cities, including London, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Dalian, Hanoi, Phnom Penh, and Siem Reap.

This expansion started from the recent openings of PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne in April and Pan Pacific London on 1 September, which will be followed by 13 other properties in the coming three years.

“We recognise that the world is saddled with the crisis of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, in the long run, businesses and economies will be reignited through various measures. Travel for leisure and business will have to resume. The hospitality industry will recover. We are fortunate to be able to tap into UOL’s development and design capabilities and are planting our seeds for the future through strategic footprints in key gateway cities, with the view that when the skies reopen, we will be well-placed in strategic locations to take advantage of returning demand,” said Mr. Choe Peng Sum, Chief Executive Officer, Pan Pacific Hotels Group.

Freshly unveiled on 1 September is Pan Pacific London, Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s flagship hotel in Britain. With 237 keys, the mixed-use development is the pride of a dream design team: it is designed by London-based and award-winning firm PLP Architectures, with the hotel interiors helmed by Yabu Pushelberg, and Tom Dixon’s Design Research Studio for its destination bar in Devonshire Row. One Bishopsgate Plaza is owned and developed by UOL

Owing to this visionary architecture, Pan Pacific London has already been awarded the “5 Star Winner for Best Hotel Construction and Design UK”, “Best Hotel Architecture London” and “Best Mixed-Use Architecture London” at the International Property Awards (UK).

Pan Pacific London is centrally seated at One Bishopsgate Plaza, a two-minute walk from Liverpool Street Station. This strategic location secures not only convenience and connectivity to the rest of London, but it also affords guests amazing views of London’s most iconic landmarks, such as the River Thames, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, The Gherkin, St. Paul’s Cathedral and Canary Wharf.

#	Property	Opening
	Australia
1	PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne	Opened in 12 April 2021
	Cambodia
2	Pan Pacific Phnom Penh	Q4 2023
3	PARKROYAL Siem Reap	Q4 2023
	China
4	PARKROYAL Dalian	Q4 2022
	Indonesia
5	Pan Pacific Jakarta	Oct 2023
6	PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta	Dec 2022
7	PARKROYAL Jakarta	June 2024
	Malaysia
8	Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur	July 2022
9	PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur	June 2022
10	PARKROYAL A’Famosa Melaka Resort	July 2022
11	PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort	May 2022
	Singapore
12	Pan Pacific Orchard	Q4 2022
	Thailand
13	PARKROYAL Suites Bangkok	May 2022
	United Kingdom
14	Pan Pacific London	Opened in September 2021
	Vietnam
15	PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Hanoi	March 2022

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Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun Celebrates Official Opening

Written by Traveltalksteam on September 23, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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September 23, 2021 – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) and Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (NASDAQ: PLYA) today announced the opening of Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun, an all-inclusive family-friendly resort. Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun is the newest addition to the award-winning Hyatt Ziva portfolio, growing its footprint of effortless, all-inclusive experiences in Mexico. Playa Hotels & Resorts will operate the new resort to deliver a new level of sophistication and service from the heart to the destination’s all-inclusive market.

Situated near the world-famous Cancun Hotel Zone, the 438-room Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun resort is nestled between the crystalline waters of the Caribbean Sea and the lagoon of Bahia Petempich. The new resort invites guests of all ages to connect with one another and ignite their senses with dramatic ambiance, vibrant cuisine, local culture, and state-of-the-art amenities amid an elevated resort atmosphere.

“We’re thrilled that Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun is welcoming guests and World of Hyatt members to experience the Hyatt Ziva brand in Mexico, a key leisure destination this year,” said Frank Lavey, Senior Vice President of Global Operations, Hyatt. “This addition to the Hyatt Ziva portfolio offers a sophisticated, multi-generational stay in the exciting Riviera Cancun region.”

“With elevated amenities along with Playa’s award-winning Service from the Heart and an extraordinary destination, Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun represents the very best in all-inclusive luxury,” said Fernando Mulet, Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer, Playa Hotels & Resorts. “Since partnering with Hyatt less than a decade ago, the family-friendly Hyatt Ziva and adults-only Hyatt Zilara brands have become the premier all-inclusive experiences throughout Mexico and the Caribbean. We look forward to expanding our footprint together with Hyatt and our investment partners.”

Surrounded by lush jungle and sparkling waters, Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun guests can uncover a true vacation paradise.

Unique room accommodations: The resort boasts luxurious and spacious suites with private balconies featuring stunning ocean views and special touches, including spa-like bathrooms with rainfall showers, hot tubs, turndown service, high-tech entertainment and complimentary minibars.
Expansive food and beverage offerings: Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun offers a variety of amenities including 17 globally inspired and locally authentic restaurants, bars, and lounges.
Water fun for everyone: Enjoy nine swimming pools including an ocean-view pool and a sprawling water park with tall slides and a kid’s pool.
Wellbeing experiences: The resort also features a fitness center with state-of-the-art amenities, and a two-story Zen Spa inspired by pre-Hispanic Mayan culture with 13 indoor and eight outdoor treatment rooms designed to reflect the breathtaking, natural scenery.

With more than 51,000 square feet of meeting and event space, modern accommodations, a multitude of gourmet dining options and superior conference facilities, Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun is the ideal beachfront setting for weddings, anniversary celebrations, and corporate meetings. The property offers ease and convenience with state-of-the-art technology services and event planning staff to support all meetings and conference needs.

Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun is located at Bahia de Petempich SM 12 MZ 31 Lote14-02 Puerto Morelos, 77580 Q.R., Mexico.

For more information or to book a stay, please visit https://www.resortsbyhyatt.com/ziva-riviera-cancun.

The term “Hyatt” is used in this release for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates.

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About Hyatt Ziva

Hyatt Ziva premium all-inclusive resorts capture the delightful and vibrant experiences families seeking quality time with their loved ones need. Guests can make unforgettable family memories through effortless, on-site activities, a wide variety of culinary offerings reflecting local and global cuisines, and service from the heart designed to cater to multiple generations. For more information on Hyatt Ziva all-inclusive resorts or to make a reservation, visit allinclusive.hyatt.com, call +1-800-760 0944 or contact a preferred travel agent. Join the conversation on Facebook and Instagram, and tag photos with #HyattAllIn.

About Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company offering 20 premier brands. As of June 30, 2021, the Company’s portfolio included more than 1,000 hotel and all-inclusive properties in 68 countries across six continents. The Company’s purpose to care for people so they can be their best informs its business decisions and growth strategy and is intended to attract and retain top employees, build relationships with guests and create value for shareholders. The Company’s subsidiaries operate, manage, franchise, own, lease, develop, license, or provide services to hotels, resorts, branded residences, and vacation ownership properties, including under the Park Hyatt®, Miraval®, Grand Hyatt®, Alila®, Andaz®, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®, Destination by Hyatt™, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Hyatt Ziva™, Hyatt Zilara™, Thompson Hotels®, Hyatt Centric®, Caption by Hyatt, JdV by Hyatt™, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Place®, tommie™, UrCove, and Hyatt Residence Club® brand names, and operates the World of Hyatt® loyalty program that provides distinct benefits and exclusive experiences to its valued members. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.

About Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V.

Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. is a leading owner, operator and developer of all-inclusive resorts in prime beachfront locations in popular vacation destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean. Playa owns and/or manages a total portfolio consisting of 22 resorts (8,366 rooms) located in Mexico, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. Playa leverages years of all-inclusive resort operating expertise and relationships with globally recognized hospitality brands to provide a best in class experience and exceptional value to our guests, while building a direct relationship to improve customer acquisition cost and drive repeat business. Playa owns and manages 15 resorts (6,004 rooms) located throughout Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic. Playa also owns two resorts in the Dominican Republic that are managed by a third party and manages five resorts on behalf of third-party owners. For more information, please visit www.playaresorts.com.

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Hôtel Madame Rêve to Open in Paris’ Louvre Post Office Building

Written by Gill Dewar on September 23, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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Created by restaurateur, founder and art director Laurent Taïeb, Hôtel Madame Rêve is set to open its doors this October. The independent hotel will have 82 design-led rooms, including 19 suites located on the top floor, either overlooking an internal vertical sky garden or the Parisian cityscape. Star suites will offer views over well-known sights including the Eiffel Tower, the Sacré-Coeur or Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Housed in Paris’ iconic Louvre post office building in the heart of the city’s creative hub, dubbed as the “new” Golden Triangle, Madame Rêve is set to draw footfalls with designer boutiques, museums and chic restaurants on its doorstep. Located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, the heritage building is one of the most recognizable in the city and a familiar address to Parisians for over a century. It is flanked by streets lined with cafés and galleries, such as the Pinault Collection and is located within walking distance to the Tuileries Gardens and the Louvre Museum—with whom the hotel will partner with for bespoke guest experiences.

A 10,000-square-foot roof terrace and sky garden on the fourth floor will offer 360-degree views of the cityscape and has an expansive deck where guests can sip on cocktails. The rooftop structure was inspired by pioneering engineer and architect Gustave Eiffel. Comparable to the concept of London’s Chiltern Firehouse, Madame Rêve offers the intimacy and privacy of a new-age boutique hotel.

Inspired by the travels of Taïeb, guests will have a choice of two restaurants, overseen by Chef Benjamin Six, best known from his time at modern Japanese restaurant Zuma. Mediterranean-style fare is available all day in the 19^th-century café brasserie on ground level with an open-air terrace stretching out onto a private pedestrianized street, ideal for al-fresco dining. An elevator ride three stories up will take guests to the 21st-century restaurant-bar serving Japanese-influenced cuisine.

The hotel has been designed by Taïeb’s friend and interior designer Andrée Putman. In the ground floor lobby, the hotel’s 19th-century architecture and characterful design embraces its Parisian roots through thoughtful woodwork, oak flooring, velvet curtains and golden-brown hues throughout, reminiscent of the brasseries of the Riviera. As visitors move higher up the hotel, they are taken on a modern voyage through indoor gardens and wooden surroundings.

Furniture has either been custom-made or restored. Many items have been sourced by French artisans, namely Henryot & Cie 1867 whose distinctive chairs can be spotted at Le Jules Verne restaurant inside the Eiffel Tower or dotted around the Louis Vuitton Foundation art museum in Paris. Londoners may recognize the Pierre Frey fabrics, also used to dress the punchy interiors at sketch’s Parlour tearoom in Mayfair.

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The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort in Panama Unveils Renovation

Written by Gill Dewar on September 23, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort, a family-friendly destination beach resort located just two hours from Panama City, is welcoming guests back to the resort following the transformation of all its 114 guestrooms and suites.

Led by Watermark Design Group, the renovation project has updated the look of the rooms but maintains the Panamanian culture and heritage, presenting a blend of “coastal elegance and contemporary design.” The guestrooms are designed in Spanish Colonial style with a colour palette of cream fabrics, complemented by dark oak wood furniture. Panamanian décor accents are part of each guestroom, including handcrafted pillows, handwoven traditional baskets and tagua carvings with influence from the central provinces of the country. The luxury rooms offer private balconies, plush mattresses and marble or hardwood floors.

Located in the heart of Panama in Riviera Pacifica, Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort is surrounded by tropical gardens and lagoons and is walking distance from Buenaventura Beach. Within the community of Buenaventura, guests can enjoy on-site water sports such as kayaking, sailing, snorkelling, jet skiing and boating as well as land sports like tennis, volleyball, biking, jogging on the fitness trail and horseback riding throughout the property’s nature trails.

The resort also offers four villas, 10 restaurants and bars, the Corotú Spa, six swimming pools, two Jacuzzis, four plunge pools, a kids’ and teens’ club, 11 event spaces, a zoo and a Jack Nicklaus-designed 18-hole championship golf course.

The resort has recently updated its restaurant menus and culinary offerings. Guests can start their day with a Panamanian breakfast buffet in Criollo Restaurant, enjoy a fine-dining experience at El Faro Beach Club, sip on Panamanian-inspired cocktails at Palapa Bar, or simply indulge in fresh-caught sushi and Teppanyaki-style cuisine at Tai Kai Sushi & Martini.

The Corotú Spa has a menu of custom luxury treatments offering deep-tissue massages, body scrubs and wraps and facials.

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Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Granted “SafeBE” Certification

Written by Gill Dewar on September 23, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel, MICE.

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The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre has become Malaysia’s first venue to be granted the “Safe Business Events” (SafeBE) certification, a hygiene and safety label, by Bureau Veritas.

The centre was assessed on its processes, facilities and people in order to be deemed worthy of accreditation. The assessment was based on correct implementation of equipment, tools, quality standards, team knowledge, training and expertise, in order to ensure the venue’s compliance with the assessors’ criteria and ability to operate safely in the new norm.

Alan Pryor, the venue’s general manager, said in a press release, “We want every step of the event organizer and visitor journey to instill trust and assurance in our venue, team and the destination. This is part of our broader strategy for business recovery and continuity, as well as our mission to increase public and business confidence in the international standards of venue operations in Malaysia. We highly recommend that other venues undertake this certification program to elevate the country’s attractive value proposition and profile as a safe destination for business events.”

Last year, the Malaysian Association of Hotel and Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents initiated a similar safety certification standard, the “Clean and Safe Malaysia” and “Travel Safe Malaysia: Hygiene Excellence and Safety Label,” respectively. With the business events industry also embarking on this path, Malaysia’s tourism and hospitality industry is set to welcome back event delegates and visitors safely.

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DoubleTree by Hilton to debut in Cameroon

Written by Gill Dewar on September 22, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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Hilton has announced the signing of an agreement with Société Nouvelle des Cocotiers (SNC) to launch its upscale DoubleTree by Hilton brand in Cameroon.

The hotel is expected to open in 2023 following a multimillion-dollar renovation of the Douala Rabingha Hotel and will join Hilton Yaounde, which recently celebrated its thirtieth anniversary of operation within the country.

Andrew McLachlan, managing director development, sub-Saharan Africa, Hilton, said: “Hilton has a strong tradition of hospitality in Cameroon, welcoming guests for over 30 years.

“I am delighted that we are expanding our portfolio and launching a second brand in the market.

“DoubleTree by Hilton Douala gives us a presence within the country’s key commercial hub in an established location well known to international visitors to the city.”

Located within the Bonanjo district, the primary commercial district of Douala, the 141-guestroom hotel will be located next to the French Consulate near to a multitude of corporate and government offices.

It is approximately six kilometres from Douala International Airport.

The property will feature five dining outlets, including a specialty restaurant, all-day dining restaurant, spectacular rooftop bar as well as lobby bar and café.

Meeting space will consist of four individual meeting rooms and a ballroom, whilst the hotel will also feature spa and fitness facilities as well as a children’s playground.

DoubleTree by Hilton has over 18 properties trading or under development across the African continent – adding to a global portfolio of more than 600 hotels across 48 countries – including destinations such as Addis Ababa, Cape Town and Nairobi.

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Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Touring Club Milan opens its doors in the heart of Milan

Written by Traveltalksteam on September 21, 2021. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

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September 21, 2021 – Set in an iconic building at the heart of Italy’s fashion, design and business capital close to the Duomo, Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Touring Club Milan is now open after an extensive renovation by Studio Marco Piva, while still preserving the building’s historical significance and its unique identity.

Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Touring Club Milan is the first property of the Group’s Radisson Collection brand in Milan, a collection of iconic properties in unique locations with immediate access to the local culture offering a premium lifestyle level of service and quality. While the character of each Radisson Collection hotel feels authentic to its location, each Radisson Collection offers the ultimate template for contemporary living – united by bespoke design and exceptional experiences across dining, fitness, wellness and sustainability, in properties of architectural excellence with extraordinary character.

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