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Thursday, January 15, 2026

Mano Libera Brings Contemporary Italian Dining to Miami

Chef Marco Giugliano has launched Mano Libera, a contemporary Italian restaurant in Miami’s South Miami neighborhood. The name, meaning “free hand” in Italian, reflects Giugliano’s creative approach to blending traditional Italian flavors with modern techniques. The restaurant offers an intimate dining experience with 50 indoor seats and a patio for 30 guests...

Snowmass Aspen Series: Viceroy Snowmass, The Pinnacle of Ski-In, Ski-Out Luxury

Lodge + Dine announces a 4-star rating for Viceroy Snowmass after a three-day visit evaluating the guest experience. The hotel earned praise for its exceptional ski-in, ski-out convenience, thoughtfully designed accommodations, and diverse range of recreational activities...

Four Seasons Resort Maldives Unveils New Four-Bedroom Landaa Estate

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru has introduced the newly reimagined Four-Bedroom Landaa Estate, offering an exclusive retreat on the island’s southeastern side. Situated within the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the estate spans 8,611 square feet of indoor space and 21,528 square feet of outdoor living areas, accommodating up to nine adults or eight adults and six children...

Aspen Series: Aspen’s Best Après-Ski Dining, Ajax Tavern Shines at the...

Lodge + Dine announces a 4-star rating for Ajax Tavern after a day’s visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant impressed notably in its picturesque mountainside views, steps from the Silver Queen Gondola, its standout Colorado-driven cuisine, and well-executed après-ski atmosphere...

Snowmass Aspen Series: From the Andes to the Rockies, A Fusion...

Lodge + Dine announces a 5-star rating for Toro after a day’s visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excels through its bold Latin American cuisine, artfully designed alpine setting, and attentive, personalized service...

Rosewood Miyakojima Opens as Rosewood’s First Luxury Retreat in Japan

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts officially opened Rosewood Miyakojima, its first luxury retreat in Japan, on March 5, 2025. Located on a secluded peninsula of Miyakojima, a tropical island south of mainland Japan, the resort blends Rosewood’s ultra-luxury hospitality with the island’s serene natural beauty. Designed by Studio Piet Boon, the architecture emphasizes sustainability, using natural materials such as Ryukyu limestone to create harmony with the landscape..

Goldman Sachs Launches $500M Fund for Biodiversity Conservation

Goldman Sachs Asset Management has launched a groundbreaking biodiversity bond fund aimed at addressing the pressing need for biodiversity conservation and remediation. This fund is one of the first of its kind, allowing investors to direct their capital toward projects focused on preserving and restoring ecosystems while meeting the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals...

Cuvée Redefines Ultra-Luxury Travel with Innovative Digital Platform

Cuvée, a luxury travel and villa rental company, has introduced a new digital platform, including a website and mobile app, to enhance its services. The platform showcases Cuvée’s collection of over 130 private villas across 15 destinations, offering travelers a seamless booking process and personalized itineraries...

Global Luxury Travel Market Expands with Bespoke Experiences and Private Journeys

The luxury travel market is projected to expand significantly, reaching an estimated $2,149.7 billion by 2035 from $890.8 billion in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate of 7.4%. This growth reflects a rising demand for bespoke experiences, personalized itineraries, and seamless travel services...

Georgie Dallas Elevates New American Cuisine

Georgie, located in the heart of Dallas, has established itself as a premier destination for New American cuisine under the leadership of Executive Chef RJ Yoakum. Originally opened as a steakhouse, the restaurant underwent a renovation in 2023, embracing a playful yet refined approach to fine dining...

Popular Articles

The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023

Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023. We recognize the outstanding achievements of these leaders who are at the highest levels of the hospitality industry. Despite the many titles that can be found in this year's list – whether it be CEO, president, or founder – all of these exceptional individuals are responsible for overseeing the overall business strategies for some of the most respected names in the world of luxury hotels...

The Top 25 Hotels and Executives of New York for 2023

Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotels of New York for 2023. No place epitomizes luxury like the Empire State. Its iconic metropolis, New York City, or the Big Apple, stands as a premier destination for those seeking a myriad of upscale accommodations. In Manhattan alone, the area boasts hundreds of hotels catering to diverse and discriminating tastes. Ranging from timeless classics to avant-garde modern establishments, these accommodations are celebrated for their sophisticated lounges offering panoramic city views, indulgent spas, high-thread-count linens, and exquisite five-star dining experiences...

Nantucket Series: Experience Coastal Elegance, Millie’s Seafood Dining with Madaket Beach Backdrop

Lodge + Dine announces a 5-star rating for Millie's after a day visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excelled distinctively in its breathtaking Madaket beach views, an innovative seafood-inspired menu, and a vibrant, inviting atmosphere that perfectly complements its coastal location...

II San Pietro Di Positano, A Jewel Of Italian Hospitality On The Amalfi Coast

Il San Pietro di Positano is a family-run Relais and Chateaux property, nestled in the cliffs overlooking the bay of Positano and located a few miles’ shuttle-ride away from town. The property is at one with its natural environment, surrounded by lush greenery and stunning panoramic views.

Hospitality Sector Sees Signs of Decelerating Growth

Quarter to quarter the traffic to hotels on a global basis varies but generally we have seen a positive trend indicating a vibrant and...

The Leading Northeast Ski Resort Is In Stowe, Vermont

While many travelers flock out west for traditional ski trips and winter vacations, those looking for a more intimate and tailored experience know to head Northeast to Spruce Peak in Stowe, Vermont. A destination for all seasons, Spruce Peak is the perfect home base for all your adventures...

Ian Schrager Succeeds With Latest Venture, Kind Of

It’s been four decades since the days of Studio 54 and since then Ian Schrager has successfully evolved into a multifaceted creative and business...

Leading Hospitality Staffing Company Sold By Family Office

Littlejohn Capital, a family office owned by Angus C. Littlejohn Jr., the co-founder of Littlejohn & Co., recently announced the sale of its portfolio company Hospitality Staffing Solutions. CEO of HSS Tim McPherson stated, "As a recognized industry leader offering the highest quality of staffing and related managed services, we enable our hospitality partners to focus on their core business...

Inspirato Expands Luxury Travel Market with Innovative Membership Model

Inspirato, renowned for its exclusive approach to luxury travel, in its 13th year, has achieved profitability, bolstered by a $25 million funding round from Capital One in October 2023. The company targets affluent clients, with over half of its members earning more than $500,000 annually...

Iconic Ritz Paris Is Rejuvenated

The only true constant is change and when the hotel world around is abuzz offering greater luxuries, pristine accommodations and highly personalized customer service, it’s hard to imagine that a hotel founded in the 1800’s could still command the respect from all its peers. Such is the case with the Ritz Paris. Undoubtedly its location in central Paris and unmistakable architecture have made it a big draw for movie settings, photographs and other big events...