Four Seasons Expands Growth Strategy Across Hotels Resorts and Residences
Four Seasons continues to grow its portfolio of hotels, resorts, and residences, focusing on key markets worldwide. By 2033, the company plans to operate 180 properties, with expansion projects underway in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region. Recent and upcoming openings include luxury properties in Venice, Mykonos, Saudi Arabia, Hanoi, and Melbourne...
New York City to Welcome The Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport in...
The Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport, set to open in Spring 2025, will bring luxury and wellness-focused hospitality to Flushing, Queens. Developed by Century Development Group, the 13-story hotel will be part of Marriott International’s portfolio, offering 246 well-appointed guestrooms, including five exclusive suites...
Virtuoso Launches Ultra-High-Net-Worth Business Division
Virtuoso has introduced a new Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) business division, expanding its presence in elite lifestyle markets. Shelby Donley, a former Virtuoso travel agency owner with extensive experience in luxury travel, will lead the division as General Manager...
Yingtao Introduces MICHELIN-Starred Chinese Cuisine to New York
Yingtao, a new fine dining restaurant in New York, is redefining perceptions of Chinese cuisine. Founded by Bolun Yao and Chef Jakub Baster, the restaurant blends traditional Chinese flavors with international influences. Inspired by Yao’s late grandmother, Yingtao draws from Xi’an, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and beyond, incorporating elements of American Chinese cuisine...
Park Hyatt St. Kitts Unveils Renovated Villas
Park Hyatt St. Kitts has introduced three newly transformed villas, enhancing its collection of 124 beachfront accommodations. The renovations include the Three Bedroom Presidential Villa and two One Bedroom Bi-Level Villas with Rooftop Pools, previously categorized as penthouse suites...
DuPont’s Net-Zero Goal: A Step Toward Global Sustainability and Carbon Reduction
DuPont is making remarkable strides toward sustainability with its commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The company has outlined its long-term greenhouse gas reduction targets, which align with the Science Based Targets initiative’s (SBTi) Net-Zero Standard and the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C...
Saratoga Springs Welcomes Brookmere Hotel: A Modern Retreat with World-Class Amenities
Brookmere has officially opened its doors in Saratoga Springs, NY, offering an elegant blend of modern amenities and upscale hospitality. Managed by Hay Creek Hotels and Restaurants, the property features 88 thoughtfully designed guestrooms, including multi-level loft suites and specialty spa accommodations...
Discovering Albania’s Emerging Luxury Travel Scene
Albania is transforming into an appealing luxury destination. Kep Merli, a hidden resort along the Ionian coast, epitomizes this shift. Opened in 2021, it offers guests exclusivity and privacy with 24 infinity-pool villas and a high-end ambiance...
Redefining Luxury Travel with Insights for Accessible Premium Experiences
Luxury travel is evolving from an exclusive privilege into a more accessible experience, catering to a growing segment of budget-conscious yet luxury-seeking travelers. Premium features such as faster check-ins, upgraded amenities, and lounge access are now available at a fraction of first-class prices...
Clover Grill, A Contemporary Steakhouse in Paris
Clover Grill, located in the heart of Les Halles in Paris, offers a refined dining experience crafted by award-winning chef Jean-François Piège, who is also behind the Michelin-starred Grand Restaurant. The restaurant features a distinctive interior, with two dining areas: an intimate space adorned with a colorful fresco by Matthieu Cossé and a chic bar room with a marble bar and leather banquettes...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
