The Kensington’s Over-the-Top Marie Antoinette Stay Lets You Eat Cake
London has no shortage of royal attractions, but this autumn the spotlight falls on France’s most infamous queen. On September 20, the Victoria and Albert Museum opens its first major exhibition devoted to Marie Antoinette, on view through March 22, 2026. Sponsored by Manolo Blahnik, the show promises a lavish look at the monarch’s world […]
Keefer House: Vancouver’s Next-Gen Aparthotel Blends Design, Tech, and Neighbourhood Soul
Vancouver’s historic Chinatown will soon welcome a new neighbour — one that feels equal parts stylish loft, boutique hotel, and cultural hub. In October 2025, Keefer House, the latest project from Kalido Hospitality Group (the team behind Yaletown’s Smithe House), is set to redefine what it means to check in, drop your bags, and truly […]
A Fresh Peak: Aman Debuts Rosa Alpina in Alpine Splendour
Tucked into the storybook village of San Cassiano in Italy’s South Tyrol, Rosa Alpina has long been a cherished retreat for those in the know — a place where alpine charm meets refined hospitality. Now, under the Aman banner, this iconic property reopens after a transformative renovation, offering a new chapter in Dolomite luxury. The […]
A New Luxury Link Between Mexico City and San Miguel de Allende
For the first time, two of Mexico’s most celebrated luxury hotels — JW Marriott Mexico City Polanco (above) and Hotel Matilda — are joining forces to create a seamless escape that moves effortlessly between the cosmopolitan pulse of the capital and the artistic allure of San Miguel de Allende. Launching May 2025, the From Polanco […]
Colony Club Returns: A Fresh Chapter for a Barbados Classic
Along the platinum sands of Barbados’ celebrated west coast, one of the island’s most beloved resorts is preparing to welcome guests once more. On September 1, 2025, Colony Club — now part of Marriott Bonvoy’s The Luxury Collection — will reopen after a thoughtful renovation, blending its signature colonial charm with a modern sense of sophistication. Long a […]
Auberge Resorts just debuted its first Italian property, and it’s a Renaissance-era dream
Renaissance meets modern romance at Collegio alla Querce, the newest showstopper from Auberge Resorts Collection—and their very first in Italy. Perched in Florence’s north hills, this boutique property occupies a former convent and boarding school, with restored 16th-century frescoes, cloistered courtyards, and front-row views of the Duomo. The 83-room retreat feels more like a private […]
A luxury, adults-only wellness retreat is opening soon in Loreto, Mexico
Danzante Bay, a 741-acre master-planned resort community set amidst the Sierra de la Giganta mountains and the Sea of Cortez, announces its latest development: Mailena. Set to open in late summer 2026, Mailena will be Loreto’s first wellness resort and adults-only property, catering to couples, groups and solo travelers alike. The debut of the luxury beachfront resort will […]
One of Canada’s most prestigious mountain retreats set to reopen under luxury brand
Rimrock Banff, one of the most iconic retreats in the Canadian Rockies, is poised to redefine mountain luxury as the first Emblems Collection property in North America. Owned by Oxford Properties Group and a capital partner, the resort will undergo a fully transformative renovation beginning in October 2025 and will reopen in summer 2026 as a flagship for Accor’s newest luxury […]
Nobu Toronto is finally open, with a special grand opening offer
Nobu Hotel Toronto is now officially open, welcoming guests as of June 1, 2025. Following the opening of its renowned restaurant in 2024 and the debut of its residences, the hotel completes the first integrated property under one roof, bringing together the brand’s signature pillars of hospitality, culinary excellence, and elevated living. With the launch of […]
An adults-only hotel by Hyatt just opened in Greece with sea view suites
Hyatt Hotels Corporation recently opened Zélia Halkidiki, an adults-only resort curated to offer guests an authentic and elevated Greek experience. As the first Destination by Hyatt branded property in Greece, the opening reflects the growth momentum of the brand in one of Europe’s most sought-after travel destinations. Located in the picturesque region of northern Greece, […]