Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, IHG Hotels & Resorts, India, Middle East & Africa, commented: “Lifestyle travel is becoming increasingly sought-after in the Kingdom, and we are looking forward to introducing another Hotel Indigo property in Jeddah as part of our expanding lifestyle portfolio. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – 8 December 2025: IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with an investment fund managed by SEDCO Ca

From transatlantic journeys to mountain lodges and urban hotspots, Accor continues to shape the future of hospitality in leading markets around the world   With a strategic growth plan and bold vision to bring its world-leading hospitality brands to new and established markets, Accor today unveiled a dynamic array of new destinations, hotels, resorts, and compelling hospitality offerings set to open throughout 2026. Encompassing more than 45 brands, Accor plans to debut aroun

“As we prepare the Danieli for its relaunch, my goal is to honour its storied past while creating a Four Seasons experience that feels both intimately Venetian and universally welcoming,” says Zandonella The legendary Venetian hotel is currently undergoing extensive renovations and revitalization ahead of planned reopening in mid-2026 After more than two decades of leading luxury hotels around the globe, Christian Zandonella returns to Italy to head the reopening of one of Ve

... Read more here - Hotel Management Global Outlook Link Small Tip To Landing Good Senior-Level Hotel Management Positions in 2025 - 2026 Many of our members have remained with us since the inception of our job lead service seven years ago. They continue to renew their memberships, staying on board even after securing new positions, and for good reason. Daily, our editors dispatch bulletins detailing new job vacancies, projects, and industry shifts, including hotel launches,

Commenting on the announcement, Thomas B. Meier, Chief Executive Officer of Jumeirah, said:  “The Maltese Falcon marks an exciting chapter for Jumeirah Privé, extending our reach into the world of luxury yachting. Designed for the most discerning travellers, this collaboration reflects our commitment to creating distinctive and purposeful experiences that combine privacy, exclusivity and exceptional service. Jumeirah today announced a landmark partnership  – The Maltese Falco

Preferred Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its list of new member hotel openings and large-scale refurbishments for 2026 in some of the world’s most sought-after destinations from Spain to Morocco, Mexico City, Malta, London and the United States. Preferred Hotels & Resorts , the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is set to expand its global portfolio with eight new luxury openings across key destinations. From a meticulously restored 19th century mansion in the cultural h

Patrick Fitzgibbon, senior vice president, development, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Hilton, said, “The BoTree London is an exciting addition to our growing Curio Collection by Hilton portfolio, bringing a distinctive, lifestyle-led experience to one of London’s most dynamic neighbourhoods... Hilton has announced a stylish new addition to its Curio Collection in the UK with the signing of The BoTree London, Curio Collection by Hilton . Set in the heart of Marylebone, the ho

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Upscale lifestyle brand brings international flair to new mixed-use precinct Image (L to R) Andrew Hrsto, Founder and Owner, ALAND, NSW Premier Chris Minns, Matt Tripolone, Managing Director, IHG Australasia & Pacific, Cameron Burke, Director of Development, IHG Australasia & Pacific, Dimitri Karam, CEO, Signature Hotel Management Group. IHG Hotels & Resorts  (IHG) and ALAND today celebrated the official opening of voco Gosford, a new upscale lifestyle hotel at the heart of T

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Ms. Spring Li, Complex General Manager overseeing the three properties. “ Each hotel has been carefully designed to serve distinct guest needs while complementing one another, creating a destination for every purpose. Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the grand opening of three new properties in Shanghai’s rapidly developing Lingang area. The new hotels—Hyatt Regency Shanghai Lingang, Hyatt Place Shanghai Lingang Xinchen International Conference Center, and

(Mrs) Willemijn Geels, Vice President, Development, Europe, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “We are honoured to begin our partnership with Generali Real Estate through this landmark signing in Prague, marking the return of our iconic InterContinental brand to the Czech Republic.“ Set to open in 2029, this latest signing in the Czech Republic joins IHG’s growing European luxury and lifestyle offering The new InterContinental Prague hotel will be hosted in a historic building part

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Design Hotels is headquartered in Berlin, with branches in London, Los Angeles, New York, and Singapore. The hotel group has been at the forefront of a movement in travel by crafting a handpicked portfolio of 300+ independently owned and operated hotels in over 50 countries. More than a collection of hotels, Design Hotels brings forward-thinking member hotels insightful travel industry expertise – from trend forecasting and creative consultancy, to PR, marketing, and global s

George Fleck, Senior Vice President & Global Brand Leader, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts: “For the Astors, the founding family of the St. Regis brand, the ultimate luxury was retreating from the city to their country estates, where time with loved ones could be savored with exquisite ease amid settings rich in heritage and a rare sense of belonging,... Launching with The Resort at Pelican Hill, A St. Regis Estate, the new expression brings heritage-rich retreats into a contempor

Design Hotels Boosts Growth in Asia Pacific with Fourteen Landmark Signings Design Hotels is headquartered in Berlin, with branches in London, Los Angeles, New York, and Singapore. The hotel group has been at the forefront of a movement in travel by crafting a handpicked portfolio of 300+ independently owned and operated hotels in over 50 countries. More than a collection of hotels, Design Hotels brings forward-thinking member hotels insightful travel industry expertise – fro

Hyatt appoints Tamara Lo han to lead its luxury brands; shares preview of extraordinary openings worldwide Hyatt Hotels Corporation  today announced at ILTM Cannes the next chapter of Hyatt’s luxury journey, unveiling strengthened leadership with the appointment of Tamara Lohan as Global Brand Leader – Luxury on an interim basis and previewing a remarkable pipeline of luxury openings set for 2026. “Hyatt’s momentum in luxury continues to accelerate, powered by our insights-dr

“Luxury has evolved from being about the things you have to how you feel,” said Tina Edmundson, President of Luxury, Marriott International. “Today travelers are seeking experiences that balance personal wellbeing with a sense of connection and discovery and enrich their lives long after they’ve left a destination. Across our Luxury Group portfolio, we’re curating spaces and moments that invite guests to pause, reflect, and engage more deeply with themselves and the world aro

A distinctive hillside retreat located on Santorini’s eastern coast will welcome guests for the 2026 summer season Hilton and RMKA Private Company have announced the signing of Sandblu Santorini, marking the highly anticipated debut of LXR Hotels & Resorts in Greece. Set to open for the 2026 summer season, this exclusive sanctuary joins ​a ​handpicked collection of independent and spirited properties, each celebrating the timeless pursuit of personal adventure. ​ ​ ​ This si

Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, Vice President, Premium, Select & Midscale Brands, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International: “With the openings of Four Points by Sheraton Kinshasa and Protea Hotel by Marriott Kinshasa, we’re excited to offer travellers and Marriott Bonvoy members two distinct ways to experience our trusted service and signature brand experiences in this dynamic market.” The launch of these two distinct hotels introduces globally recognised brands to Kin

Brad Edman, Market Vice President for Thailand, Cambodia & Myanmar, Marriott International: “It gives me great pleasure to introduce the Tribute Portfolio’s unique style of storytelling hospitality to Thailand with the opening of Metropole Bangkok,Tribute Portfolio is a growing collection of characterful, independent boutique hotels united by a common spirit and captivating spaces that bring people together. This makes it perfectly suited to the trendy Thonglor community, and

Alejandro Reynal , President and Chief Executive Officer, Four Seasons: “We are proud to mark our return to Germany, reestablishing Four Seasons as the leading luxury hospitality offering in the market, Berlin  is an important European destination to add to our global portfolio, .... In partnership with Gruppo Statuto, Four Seasons to assume management of Berlin’s Hotel de Rome, located in the heart of the capital's Mitte district Four Seasons and prominent European hotel de

Deniz Omurgonulsen, Vice President of Member Experience, The Leading Hotels of the World: "Our Winter Collection is exciting, because it truly shows how LHW is consciously expanding in terms of diverse destinations and experiences. This in-take comprises a renovated grain silo in South Africa, a nature lodge in Reunion Island, re-imagined monastery in the Dolomites and a cutting-edge mountain spa in Switzerland, amongst other gems. All have the ‘LHW DNA’ including family-led