November 2016

CastaDiva Resort & Spa has won the “Best Hotel & Resort” at the 2016 Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality & Lifestyle Awards CastaDiva Resort & Spa received the prestigious “Signum Virtutis” during the celebration of the fourth edition of the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality & Lifestyle Awards, held in Marbella Spain. This award is a recognition to the uniqueness of our property, the exclusivity of our experiences and the professionalism of the staff. The 2016 award ceremony took place in the spectacular setting of Villa Padierna Palace Hotel, where Mr. Andrea Luri, general manager of CastaDiva Resort, received the seal of excellence for the...

Meliá Hotels International results improved by 74% up to September, driven by the positive summer season in Spain, asset repositioning, and the growing strength and diversification of its business model. Meliá Hotels International announced results for the first nine months of the year, boosted by the positive impact of demand in a positive summer season in Spain, and also reaping the rewards of the strategy to renovate, rebrand and reposition some of its most emblematic resort hotels in recent years. Taken together, these hotels saw RevPAR increases of 40%. Meliá’s experience and leadership in the leisure segment also contributed to...

Nearly a century in the making, Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square is now accepting reservations as it puts the finishing touches on an exquisite restoration in anticipation of its opening on January 26, 2017 Home to just 100 guest accommodations as well as 41 private residences, Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square will also offer guests three dining options, a luxurious spa experience, state-of-the-art fitness centre and beautiful indoor pool.  Gracious event spaces will accommodate up to 200. The heritage building’s past as headquarters of the Port of London Authority is reflected in the maritime-inspired...

Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara opens its doors in the Sultanate of Oman bringing the luxury hospitality brand Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas to the stunning coastal location of Salalah Situated between a long, scenic beach and freshwater lagoon, bordering the historic Al Baleed UNESCO archaeological site, the resort introduces a new level of luxury and refinement to the region, allowing discerning guests to discover the unique charms of southern Oman. Conveniently located just 15 km from Salalah International Airport, Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara sits within easy reach of an abundance of cultural treasures and thrilling escapades....

LUX* South Ari Atoll is not just about luxury and aesthetics: it’s a resort with a soul. Playful, fun, modern this is paradise for travellers looking for a distinctive experience in the Maldives   Dotted at the water’s edge along two miles of pure white sand beach and perched on stilts above a crystal-clear la- goon, are 193 super-spacious pavilions and villas designed by P49 Deesign. The seductive flood-lit over-water villas promise freedom, privacy and intimacy. 46 Romantic Pool Villas each have private 7m suspended infinity pools, and three Temptation Pool Water Villas boast a 14m pool and this forms...

New culinary and beverage-focused itineraries take locals and guests on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the local food scene   Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts launches Taste of Place, a new global initiative that features a curated collection of immersive culinary and beverage experiences, available only through Four Seasons, that invites guests and local gourmands to step “behind-the-scenes,” and take a look at diverse local culinary practices, traditions and experiences. Participating properties worldwide have created comprehensive itineraries that will explore uncharted aspects of the local food culture, building on the personal relationships and intimate connections between Four Seasons and local...

Sono ben due i prestigiosi riconoscimenti ottenuti da Diamonds Thudufushi parte di Planhotel Hospitality Group alla World Luxury Hotel Awards Ceremony che si è svolta al St Regis Hotel di Doha.   Diamonds Thudufushi sorge nell’incontaminato atollo di Ari Nord, in un isola che sembra nascere dalle acque cristalline dell’Oceano Indiano tra spiagge candide di sabbia corallina e lussureggiante vegetazione tropicale, protette da una barriera che ospita infinite specie di creature marine. In questo luogo lontano dal resto del mondo si vive un’esperienza unica che, come una sinfonia, è frutto di un perfetto equilibrio degli elementi che la compongono, dalla...

 Beaches Resorts, the Caribbean’s leading family all-inclusive brand, recently hosted a series of autism seminars at its three properties, Beaches Negril Resort & Spa, Beaches Ocho Rios – A Spa Golf & Waterpark Resort and Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages & Spa, in an effort to sensitise its staff members on what the company considers a very important topic.  The ‘Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children’ seminars were conducted by representatives from Sesame Street®, a long-standing partner of the resort chain. In addition to members of staff, the seminars were attended by teachers from schools adopted...

Looking for something different to celebrate next Christmas Holidays with your collegues and partners? Meliá Milano will capture you with some original proposals!   “Emotional Catering”, “Casino Party” and “LEGO InterACTION” are only some of the Christmas experiences proposed by Meliá Milano, the five stars business hotel located in San Siro district a few meters away from MiCo Fair. Meliá Milano will astonished you with amazing Christmas proposals for your company. “Emotional Catering” is a dynamic and interactive show with professional dancers who will present the special food prepared by the hotel’s chefs. “Casino party”, a true reconstruction of a...

Significant recognition for Piazza di Spagna View, the Hotel Group founded by Mauro Piccini. A collection of 18 hotels where the concept of hospitality is expressed through beauty, luxury and love. Lots of news on the way!   Now at its seventh edition, the ceremony for the 2016 Hospitality Awards, which was held on the occasion of the NF Travel & Technology Event in Bergamo, achieved great success. The prize giving evening took place last 29 September in the splendid setting of the Best Western Villa Appiani. Three categories of awards were assigned to the Italian hotel groups who gained...