The News

15 July 2026

Fortuna of Cappadocia Opens as an Autograph Collection Hotel in Uçhisar

A design-forward new base in Uçhisar joins Marriott's Autograph Collection, with 125 rooms, 28 private villas and views across Cappadocia's valleys.

Uçhisar, Cappadocia, Türkiye

30 June 2026

Oceania Cruises Unveils Five Host-Led 2027 Specialty Cruises

Oceania Cruises has opened five host-led 2027 sailings across the Mediterranean, Baltic and Japan, pairing port-rich itineraries with celebrated culinary and travel names.

Global

24 June 2026

Café Boulud Riyadh Unveils a Non-Alcoholic Summer Menu

Café Boulud at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh has launched an all non-alcoholic summer beverage menu built on molecular technique and French regional storytelling.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

24 June 2026

Adorn in Chicago Expands Its Wine Programme With Rare Allocations

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago's Adorn now offers a 413-label list, Coravin pours of allocated icons and dated winemaker dinners through autumn.

Chicago, USA

21 June 2026

Explora Journeys Reveals EXPLORA V and Its First Asia Season

Explora Journeys unveils its fifth ship and an inaugural Asia season for Winter 2027-28, with early-booking fares held until 28 July 2026.

Global

Brand & Loyalty

21 June 2026

Marriott Introduces Ask Bonvoy, an AI-Powered Search Tool

Marriott International has unveiled Ask Bonvoy, a new AI-powered search experience designed to reshape how travellers explore and plan their stays.

19 June 2026

Four Seasons Lanai Announces a Six-Month Lanai Masters Culinary Series

A run of intimate dinners and feasts brings Gaggan Anand, Nobu Matsuhisa and Nancy Silverton to Hawaii's most secluded luxury island through 2026.

Lanai, Hawaii, USA

18 June 2026

The Dali EDITION Opens on Cangshan Mountain in Yunnan

EDITION's third hotel in Greater China sets 151 rooms and suites at 2,090 metres, overlooking Erhai Lake in Dali, Yunnan.

Dali, Yunnan, China

17 June 2026

Design Hotels Adds 16 Palisociety Properties Across the U.S.

Sixteen Palisociety hotels across nine American destinations join Design Hotels — the brand's largest single portfolio addition, with Marriott Bonvoy to follow.

United States

17 June 2026

A Culinary Voyage Closes Marriott’s ‘Across the Table’ Aboard Luminara

The Luxury Group by Marriott's third dining series ends at sea on Luminara, October 9–18, with a Kyoto-shaped tasting menu and cocktail pairings.

Asia-Pacific (Vietnam, Thailand, Maldives, Bali, Kyoto, at sea)

Reopening

17 June 2026

MS Vesterålen Returns to the Norwegian Coast After Renovation

Hurtigruten's smallest ship is back on the Bergen–Kirkenes route with refreshed cabins, new suite categories and a heritage-themed onboard concept.

Bergen to Kirkenes, Norway

16 June 2026

Burgess Sets Out Its Guide to Attending the Yacht Shows

The yachting brokerage has published editorial guidance for those planning to attend the season's yacht shows alongside its team.

15 June 2026

Ritz-Carlton Set for Nepal Debut in Three-Hotel Marriott Deal

Marriott and CG Hospitality Global have signed a multi-unit agreement bringing The Ritz-Carlton to Kathmandu for the first time, with a JW Marriott gateway to the Himalayan foothills.

Kathmandu, Nepal & Siliguri, India

11 June 2026

JW Marriott Opens First Ranthambore Resort in Rajasthan

A new 127-key resort a short drive from Ranthambore National Park becomes Marriott International's 10,000th property worldwide.

Ranthambore, Rajasthan, India

Reopening

9 June 2026

Mandarin Oriental Returns to Manila Above Ayala Triangle Gardens

After a twelve-year absence, Mandarin Oriental returns to the Philippine capital with a new-build tower above Ayala Triangle Gardens, opening late 2026.

Makati, Manila, Philippines

9 June 2026

Four Seasons Announces Its Second Yacht for 2028

Four Seasons II introduces multi-bedroom Yacht Residential Suites with private splash pools, and inaugural voyages are now open for booking ahead of its 2028 debut.

Global

5 June 2026

MGallery Collection Debuts in the Maldives at Mirihi

V Villas Maldives at Mirihi opens June 2026 on a private South Ari Atoll island, with 42 all-villa accommodations from USD 600 per night.

South Ari Atoll, Maldives

4 June 2026

MSC World Asia Opens Bookings for Its Inaugural Mediterranean Season

The third ship in MSC's World Class fleet brings the line's widest range of Yacht Club suites and a new roster of onboard experiences to a seven-night Mediterranean circuit.

Mediterranean / Le Havre, France

29 May 2026

Fairmont Opens Its Fourth UK Hotel in Cheshire on 10 July 2026

Fairmont Cheshire The Mere arrives in Northwest England next July, with reservations now open for a 157-acre countryside estate.

Cheshire, England, UK

28 May 2026

Kove Hotel & Spa Mykonos Opens Between Ornos and Korfos

A 35-room MGallery retreat opens on a private Mykonian beach, with dawn passages to Delos and rates from EUR 272 a night.

Mykonos, Greece

25 May 2026

Raffles Jeddah Opens on the Red Sea Corniche

Raffles arrives on Jeddah's historic Corniche with 182 Red Sea-facing accommodations, a Hejazi-inspired design and a full wellness sanctuary.

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Reopening

15 October 2025

Delano Returns to Miami Beach in 2026, with New York and London to Follow

Ennismore confirms three Delano openings across Miami, New York and London, beginning with the brand's South Beach original in early 2026.

Miami / New York / London