Hilton has made its first foray into Nepal with the opening of Hilton Kathmandu in the heart of the Kathmandu Valley, in Naxal. Minutes away from tourist attractions such as Thamel and Durbar Marg, considered to be the heart of the city, Hilton Kathmandu’s location makes it an ideal base for both business and leisure travellers.

Capella Hotels and Resorts have confirmed plans for the brand’s first resort and the second property in Taiwan. Capella Kenting will be the first world-class resort in Southern Taiwan and is anticipated to elevate the region to new heights on the global tourism stage.

This August, the iconic lifestyle hotel brand debuts its inaugural concept in Melbourne, Australia

Equinox Hotels has confirmed it will partner with NEOM in Saudi Arabia for the prodigious Treyam resort on the coast of the Gulf of Aqaba. Equinox Resort Treyam is one of regions’s twelve destinations, now collectively known as Magna, in the northwest pocket of Saudi Arabia.

Raffles Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans to debut the storied brand in Tokyo. Part of the redevelopment of the Tokyo’s iconic World Trade Center (WTC) in the Hamamatsuchō district, Raffles Tokyo is earmarked to open in 2028.

The Myconian Collection has confirmed its latest addition, Myconian Sunrise Agrari Beach, to its exquisite portfolio, bringing the total to 14 properties located in the most breathtaking locations across Mykonos.

The US$60 million renovation of OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa is now complete. Perched on the cliffs of Keauhou Bay with ocean views across the Kona coast of the Big Island of Hawai‘i, the history of Keauhou resonates throughout the transformed property.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group appears to have revived plans for a luxurious hideaway resort with private residences located on Bali’s southern coast on Bukit peninsula. Mandarin Oriental, Bali is set to open in 2027.

Dusit International has confirmed that its reimagined flagship Dusit Thani Bangkok hotel will officially open to guests on 27 September 2024.

Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts is now accepting reservations for its second property in Hangzhou, China. Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at Hangzhou Centre is slated to welcome guests from 15 October 2024. The property complements Four Seasons at West Lake which opened in Hangzhou in 2006.

Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) has established a strategic partnership with The MRS Group of Hotels, a leading Indian hospitality group known for its distinctive boutique hotels. The arrangement signals SLH’s expansion into the vibrant Indian subcontinent. By joining SLH’s prestigious collection, The MRS Group elevates its position as a pioneer of contemporary Indian hospitality on a global stage.

Relais & Châteaux has added 11 new members to its association, welcoming partners in Africa (Botswana), the United States (Louisiana), Europe (Spain, Romania and France), the Middle East (Israel and Egypt) and Asia (China and India).