Acclaimed San Diego hospitality group CH Projects today announces its second hotel, Baby Grand, opening in early 2025. Situated across from the iconic Hotel Del Coronado in the town center on Orange Avenue, the hotel will be the first design hotel of its kind in two decades in the popular Southern California destination. The $17 million project by award-winning Brooklyn design firm Post Company will feature 31 keys and three new restaurant concepts. The design will thematically reference the area’s coastal setting paired with CH Projects’ signature maximalism, striving to progress the social landscape of San Diego’s distinctive neighborhoods and cultures. CH Projects is behind some of the city’s most acclaimed restaurant and bar destinations, including Morning Glory, Youngblood, Born & Raised and more, as well as the trailblazing Lafayette Hotel and Club, the team’s first hotel project in North Park. "Coronado is such a unique element of San Diego’s layered persona. We wanted to creat...

Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the opening of its second hotel in Kuwait - Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Apartments Kuwait. The new hotel is located in the bustling Mahboula district, just south of Kuwait City, and offers easy access to key locations, including the Warehouse Mall and Kuwait Towers. The hotel is conveniently situated 30 minutes from Kuwait International Airport, with the famous Al Kout Mall only a 10-minute drive away. Kuwait has a dynamic blend of rich history and modern development, offering visitors a unique cultural experience. From the traditional charm of Souq Al-Mubarakiya to the architectural marvel of Kuwait Towers, the city effortlessly merges its heritage with contemporary advancements. Visitors can explore the vibrant cityscape, indulge in world-class shopping at The Avenues Mall, or experience the tranquility of the Arabian Gulf coastline. The country’s strategic location at the crossroads of global business makes it a key destination for corpo...

Radisson Hotel Group proudly announces the opening of Radisson Hotel Mersin, a dynamic addition to the Group’s portfolio in the vibrant port city of Mersin. As one of Türkiye’s leading trade hubs, with a bustling commercial life and prominent port, Mersin provides an ideal setting for both business and leisure travelers. This development marks another step in the Group’s commitment to expanding its presence in Türkiye, bringing it closer to the goal of reaching 100 hotels by 2030. Mersin, located on the Mediterranean coast, is home to one of Türkiye’s largest ports and a key tourism hub. With its rich history and stunning coastline, the city offers a blend of heritage, culture, and natural beauty. Visitors can explore landmarks like Mersin Marina, Tarsus Waterfall, the Heaven and Hell Caves, and the Archaeology Museum. The city’s vibrant arts scene is highlighted by the Mersin State Opera and Ballet, the Mersin International Music Festival, and the Orange Blossom Carnival, offering di...

Luxury and budget skiers and adventurers can stay atop Tortin Glacier, high above the ski resort town of Verbier, thanks to a two-level accommodation strategy at the new Cabane Tortin, opening December 15. Whether you choose the uber-luxurious option or go the more budget-friendly route, you’ll have unlimited access to the famed powder fields and off-piste, backcountry skiing at 9,500 feet elevation. Luxury Option: Cabane Tortin, approximately $70,000 (60,000 CHF)/3 nights full board/up to 8 guests ($8,750 per person)The upper levels of the architect-designed Cabane Tortin provide a peak experience with luxurious amenities and panoramic views of the snow-covered Swiss Alps. Book the three-bedroom cabane chalet as your own, with tailor-made itineraries and a personal staff. A private chef prepares meals and ski picnics, pairing wines from the wine cellar for evening apres-ski gatherings. A mountain ski guide designs and accompanies ski adventures, and in-chalet spa treatments can be ar...

Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort is proud to announce its relaunch following an extensive revitalization, redefining the guest experience at this iconic destination. As the first hotel built in the Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) area, Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort has set the standard for excellence in hospitality for over two decades. This transformation ushers in a new era, blending modern design, amenities, and cutting-edge technology while preserving the resort’s rich history and cherished legacy. The reinvention of the Resort is driven by the vision of bringing people together through shared moments and spaces. The newly reimagined rooms and suites offer a sophisticated fusion of modern design and natural textures, with a color palette inspired by the serene beachfront setting. All rooms have been thoughtfully equipped to cater to the diverse needs of today’s travellers with the latest technologies, providing guests with a seamless blend of comfort and innovation. The bathrooms to...

Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) and Artisan Hospitality, a joint venture led by a subsidiary of Singapore’s Oxley Holdings, are proud to announce the planned opening of The Langham, Kuala Lumpur in 2027. Part of the Oxley Towers KLCC complex, a premium property development situated in the prestigious Golden Triangle neighbourhood of the Malaysian capital’s central business district, the hotel will occupy the upper half of a lustrous new structure that boasts stunning cityscape views and seamless access to Petronas Twin Towers, KLCC Park, numerous shopping malls and Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. The project is the second Southeast Asia hotel to be announced by LHG this year, coming hot on the heels of recently publicised plans for The Langham, Customs House, Bangkok. The two properties will join the group’s multi-award-winning branch of The Langham in Jakarta, taking to three its footprint in a region fast shaping up to be a key source of growth. The Langham, Kuala Lumpur will house ...

Le Petit Pali, the newest addition to Avi Brosh’s Palisociety portfolio, has expanded its bespoke footprint with the debut of its third signature hotel, Le Petit Pali Brentwood, a reimagination of the former Brentwood Inn (née Brentwood Motor Hotel in 1947), a storied motor lodge and well-recognized westside property in Los Angeles. Le Petit Pali, which debuted with two signature hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California in July 2023, is a bespoke bed & breakfast concept from Brosh and team, rooted in unique and distinct details, beautiful and comfortable interiors, and exceptional locations for today’s well-traveled and discerning guest. Sitting on a winding stretch of Sunset Boulevard, just west of The Getty Center and slightly north of the bustling and charming enclave of Brentwood Village, Le Petit Pali Brentwood is a 25-room hotel completely reimagined by Brosh and the Palisociety in-house design team. The exterior is anchored by a classic center court layout with four guest room b...

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Minor Hotels has continued its robust growth trajectory, with Q3 results revealing significant increases in core profit and revenue. The group, which owns and operates more than 560 hotels across eight brands globally, announced a core net profit of THB 3.1 billion for the first nine months of 2024, marking a 13% year-on-year increase, despite the negative impact of an unrealised foreign exchange loss.

Skift Research came with its much anticipated Hotel Distribution Outlook 2024. In this report, based on the wishes of both branded and independent hoteliers surveyed, Skift Research predicts that by 2030, direct digital channels will have overtaken the OTAs as the dominant distribution channel for hoteliers: $409 billion of hotel gross bookings are expected to come from direct digital channels, compared to just $333 billion from OTAs.

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