Holiday Vacation Rentals Joins Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy Portfolio
Holiday Vacation Rentals, a top supplier of beautiful house, cottage, and condominium rentals in Northern Michigan, has announced its partnership with Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy. Through this partnership, Marriott's carefully curated inventory of over 140,000 premium and luxurious whole house rentals, spanning more than 10,000 destinations globally will now include a selection of Holiday Vacation Rentals homes...
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...
Venetian Resort Welcomes Cote Korean Steakhouse and Gjelina in Major Culinary...
Las Vegas' dining landscape is set for a luxurious upgrade with the arrival of two acclaimed coastal restaurants, Cote Korean Steakhouse from New York and Gjelina from Los Angeles, at The Venetian Resort. With reservations set to open in September 2024, these additions are part of a massive $1.5 billion refurbishment project that also includes improvements to guest rooms, gaming spaces, and entertainment venues...
Palazzo di Varignana Unveils Luxury Villas Amidst Bologna’s Idyllic Landscape
Palazzo di Varignana, located outside Bologna, Italy, has introduced a new selection of luxury villas designed to offer privacy while providing full resort services. Catering to couples, families, and solo travelers alike, these villas boast spacious interiors with modern amenities, concierge teams, and stunning views of the surrounding hills and private gardens...
Marriott International Expands Luxury Footprint with Iconic U.S. Property Conversions
Marriott International has announced the expansion of its luxury segment within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio through the conversion of three iconic U.S. properties: The Resort at Pelican Hill in California, Turtle Bay Resort in Hawai’i, and a prestigious hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. These additions, expected to join this summer, highlight Marriott's dedication to luxury and the addition of more than 1,000 rooms to its inventory...
China Expands Visa-Free Entry to Boost Tourism
China is set to significantly boost its tourism sector by extending visa-free entry to six additional European nations. This policy, which began in March of this year and extends to November, from March to November 2024...
Extreme Wellness Revolutionizes Luxury Hotels and Social Clubs
Today's luxury hotel guests, akin to Formula 1 drivers, are in relentless pursuit of excellence, employing meditation, nootropics, and rigorous workouts to optimize their health. This shift towards “extreme wellness” is transforming the hospitality industry, intertwining sleep, performance, recovery, nutrition, and progressive wellness practices...
Historic Coney Island Pizzeria Totonno’s Up for Sale After Nearly A...
Totonno’s Pizzeria Napolitana, a cherished institution in Coney Island since its founding in 1924 by Naples-born Antonio Pero, is now seeking new ownership. Despite enduring challenges like fires, floods, and the recent pandemic, the pizzeria has remained steadfast in preserving its traditions...
AutoCamp Asheville Unveils New Outdoor Hospitality Experience
AutoCamp, a premier outdoor hospitality brand, is set to expand its footprint with the upcoming launch of AutoCamp Asheville in July. Situated on a picturesque 16-acre site along the French Broad River, this location offers a unique blend of luxury and nature, providing easy access to the Great Smoky Mountains...
New Anandes Hotel Sets A Standard for Luxury in Mykonos
Nestled on a hilltop in the heart of Mykonos Town, Anandes Hotel emerges as a beacon of luxury and elegance. This newly opened independent boutique hotel, designed by Studio Bonarchi, combines traditional Mykonian charm with avant-garde aesthetics, offering 42 rooms and suites, many of which boast private pools...
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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...
