Marriott Bonvoy unveils Fortuna of Cappadocia, Autograph Collection, at the summit of Uçhisar: 125 rooms, 28 private villas, a spa and views of Cappadocia's hot air balloons.
Sublimated by Pierre-Yves Rochon, Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel has reopened its doors on the Riva degli Schiavoni following a major restoration.
From August 2026, St. Regis Le Morne will become the first resort in the Indian Ocean to host treatments from Swiss house La Prairie, featuring an 80-minute signature volcanic basalt ritual created for Mauritius.
An icon of Miami Beach, the W South Beach closes in mid-August 2026 and leaves Marriott. Acquired by the Reuben Brothers (~$400M), it will reopen as a Waldorf Astoria (Hilton) in winter 2027 after a major renovation.
The American group Gencom is acquiring the Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park (253 rooms, facing the park) for approximately $320M. This is the third New York acquisition in sixteen months for the Miami-based investor.
In spring-summer 2026, Radisson, Hyatt, and Marriott are set to open one after another in Paros. With the Pounda Resort, the Parian Chronicle, and Orosea, the Cycladic island is rising to become one of the Aegean Sea's premier luxury destinations.
Nepal leaves behind its backpacker image: Marriott, IHG and CG Hospitality launch Ritz-Carlton, Westin and The Luxury Collection in Kathmandu.
Where was season 5 of "Emily in Paris" filmed in Venice? On the rooftop of the Hotel Danieli (reopening as a Four Seasons) and at the St. Regis, on the Grand Canal. A tour.
Marriott International has inaugurated the Four Points by Sheraton Reims Cathédrale, marking a new milestone in its expansion across France. This 85-room property, converted from an existing hotel, illustrates the group's strategy in high-potential destinations and prefigures further openings.
Irish lifestyle brand The Dean opens in Munich (Westend): 281 rooms by Tatjana von Stein, Japanese restaurant Ibasho, and Power spa. Its largest address yet, now a member of Marriott's Autograph Collection.
The prestigious Emirates airline unveils an ambitious summer initiative in Dubai: complimentary nights at the sumptuous JW Marriott Marquis, along with exclusive benefits and tailor-made experiences to attract luxury travellers.
Marriott International surpassed the 10,000-property mark on 11 June 2026, celebrated by the opening of the JW Marriott Ranthambore in India. A look back at a historic milestone and the role of luxury in the American giant's growth.
