Hyatt has announced that Julienne Smith has been appointed Head of Americas Growth, where she will lead Hyatt’s brand portfolio expansion across North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Smith brings more than two decades of hospitality experience and a strong track record of driving growth through strategic development, owner relationships, and brand expansion. In her new role, she will advance Hyatt’s brand growth across its Luxury, Lifestyle, Classics, and Essential

 Tamara Lohan, Global Brand Leader – Luxury, Hyatt: “Since opening, Park Hyatt Johannesburg has quickly established itself as something truly exceptional and a powerful expression of the Park Hyatt brand, so it’s a thrill to see the hotel recognized by TIME. Being named among the ‘World’s Greatest Places’ is a tribute to the extraordinary commitment of ....

With this appointment, Four Seasons Hotel Madrid is entering a new era under experienced leadership that is closely aligned with the values upheld by the brand, thereby reaffirming its commitment to excellence, innovation, and a genuine connection with the city. ​ Four Seasons Hotel Madrid announces the appointment of Patrick Pollak as its new Regional Vice-President and General Manager. About to celebrate 30 years at Four Seasons, Patrick brings extensive international exp

Rita Jiang, Chief Commercial & Marketing Officer, IHG Greater China, said: “Today, consumer demand is shifting from basic functionality to experience-driven value, with quality and personalization becoming central to the evolution of travel. As a key brand for IHG in the lifestyle segment, Atwell is built around lifestyle aesthetics and brought to life through its ‘new territorial home’ philosophy. This approach creates a distinctive brand model that resonates emotionally wit

Commenting on the full-year results, Shangri-La Group’s Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer, Hui Kuok, said, “Our 2025 performance reflects the resilience of our diversified portfolio and the progress we are making in sharpening our brand and asset strategy. While recovery remained uneven across markets, intra-Asia travel continued to underpin demand, allowing us to sustain a stable topline and earnings profile. Our teams remained focused on driving quality of revenue,

As of March 2026, Six Senses is executing a measured expansion strategy that balances high-profile urban debuts with a robust pipeline of resort openings through 2027. The brand's recent launch of Six Senses London on 1 March 2026 marks its entry into the UK market and represents a significant milestone in its broader urban collection, following previous openings in Rome and Kyoto. This period of growth, stewarded by IHG Hotels & Resorts since its acquisition of the brand in

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Feisal Jaffer, global head, LXR Hotels & Resorts, said, “Sandblu is the Santorini most travellers hope to stumble into - quiet, design-led, and deeply local. It is an ideal expression of LXR: a refined base for personal discovery that brings you closer to the island’s people, culture, and hidden gems. Since launching in 2018, LXR has thoughtfully focused on sophisticated global travellers seeking meaningful experiences, distinctive design, and bespoke personalised service. As