Hotels & Resorts
New Bohemian hotel opens on Türkiye’s Aegean coast
Bobo by The Stay, the newest of the Stay Hotels, has now opened in Bodrum. Perched high above the sparkling Aegean, Bobo offers guests exclusive access to the turquoise waters of Cennet Bay, on the Turkish Riviera. Bobo was designed by visionary architect Mahmut Anlar and his team at Geo ID. The hotel, tailored for adults, opens with 24 exclusive rooms and suites. Each has been designed with nature-inspired curved walls and floor-to-ceiling windows allowing breath-taking views of the surrounding coastline and centuries-old olive groves. True to its name, Bobo has been created to...
Playa celebrates top agents at Hyatt Ziva Cancun
Playa Hotels & Resorts recently hosted the 2024 Spotlight Awards at the luxurious beachfront Hyatt Ziva Cancun. The four-day, three-night celebration honoured the outstanding achievements of their most successful travel agent partners with more than 100 attendees treated to culinary adventures, unique entertainment, and whimsical surprises inspired by the magical world of Willy Wonka. “We’re incredibly proud to bring back our annual Spotlight Awards and honour the remarkable commitment and partnership of our travel agents,” said Dean Sullivan, senior vice-president of sales and...
Marriott & Playa to open luxury Paraiso de la Bonita in Mexico
Marriott International and Playa Hotels & Resorts will work together to expand The Luxury Collection brand in the Mexican Caribbean, with Paraiso de la Bonita, a Luxury Collection Adult All-Inclusive Resort, Riviera Maya. Set to open in late 2024, the resort will be situated on 14 acres tucked between a mangrove reserve and the Mexican Caribbean. “We are delighted to expand the footprint of The Luxury Collection in Mexico and can’t think of a better company to do so than Playa Hotels & Resorts,” said Laurent de Kousemaeker, chief development officer for Marriott...
A sneak peek at Disney’s new cabins at Fort Wilderness Resort
Located at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, just a short boat ride away from Magic Kingdom park, the Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort are opening July 1. The latest Disney Vacation Club resort will provide a new way to enjoy a Disney vacation with many of the comforts of home. Each cabin sleeps up to six people and features spacious indoor and outdoor areas, including a main bedroom, bathroom, living room, full kitchen and personal patio. Plus, the cabins are all dog-friendly, too! A selection of outdoor activities at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort are available including...
Iberostar opens first-ever 100% electric hotel in Aruba
Iberostar recently unveiled plans for its first hotel in Aruba – JOIA Aruba by Iberostar. Nestled on Eagle Beach, the property is conveniently located just 15 minutes from the Queen Beatrix International Airport, 10 minutes from downtown Oranjestad, and six minutes from the shopping area of Palm Beach. This exclusive luxury resort aims to redefine the island experience with its premium service, quality and commitment to sustainability. “We are delighted to introduce Iberostar’s inaugural resort in Aruba, a stunning destination that shares our passion for quality and commitment to a...
Hyatt brings new luxury hot spring brand ATONA to Japan
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Kiraku, Inc. are opening properties in Yufu, Yakushima, and Hakone under the modern hot spring ryokan (Japanese-style inn) brand, ATONA. The ATONA brand was announced in 2022 under a joint venture between a Hyatt affiliate and Kiraku, a Japanese company dedicated to preserving valuable assets for future generations. The first ATONA ryokans are slated to open in 2026 across some of Japan’s top hot spring destinations and areas of natural beauty. “Hyatt is a leading global hospitality company that is synonymous with elevated contemporary luxury. Aside...
Southeast Asian hotel giant expands portfolio to Caribbean
Last week, at an official launch event in Punta Cana, attended by the Vice Minister for Tourism and the Indonesian Ambassador, Archipelago International opened its first corporate office in the Dominican Republic and announced the signing of multiple management agreements in the Dominican Republic and Mexico. Archipelago International, based in Indonesia, currently has more than 270 operating hotels (45,000 rooms) and a pipeline of more than 80 hotels (16,000 rooms) across 15 countries and five continents. "Since opening our first resort in the region in 2019, Grand Aston...
Nickelodeon Orlando coming to Kissimmee in 2026
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Orlando is opening in 2026 in Kissimmee, Florida. This resort will be located in the Everest Place development and expertly operated by Lion Star Hospitality Inc., the exclusive US licensee for Karisma Hotels & Resorts, welcoming guests to explore a world of limitless fun and boundless opportunity. Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Orlando will showcase uniquely themed accommodations, including 400 suites inspired by iconic characters and ensuring epic experiences. Guests will have the opportunity to interact with Nickelodeon's globally beloved...