Nobu Hospitality is expanding in the United Arab Emirates, signing a management agreement to develop the Nobu Hotel, Restaurant and Residences on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. In November 2022, Nobu confirmed its initial property in the UAE, a 165-room, suite and villa hotel on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi.

Sometimes, it’s good to turn to tried-and-tested. As if a much-loved record, it’s play it again Sam, and again and again – at The Beaumont, in London’s Balderton Street, Mayfair. To be honest, at that much-loved privately-owned hotel, part of Preferred, it should be play it again SEM. SEM? Only those clever enough to have reserved #401, the Schiaparelli Suite, understand the SEM connection.

Bab Al Shams in Dubai is preparing to enter a new era with a reopening on 10 February 2023 under the Rare Finds vertical of Kerzner International.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has inked a deal to introduce its brand in Spain’s Balearic islands through the reconstruction and redesign of the former H10 Punta Negra hotel on the island of Mallorca – a destination known for its pristine beaches, natural parks and mountainous landscape.

Maybourne Hotel Group, operator of London’s prestigious hotels Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Berkeley, have unveiled a fourth property in the capital. The Emory, a modern architectural masterpiece, will be located on Knightsbridge and is set to open in mid-2023. This will be the group’s sixth hotel, including its two international properties The Maybourne Beverly Hills and The Maybourne Riviera.

Four Seasons continues to expand its development pipeline, elevating its experiential offerings and accelerating bold new ventures that capitalise on the company’s strong business foundation and singular focus on the luxury segment. Through the lens of unmatched guest-centricity and personalisation, Four Seasons is investing in a robust commercial strategy, enhancing its ability to meet the growing demand for travel and luxury experiences.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts will bolster its presence in California, with the luxury hotelier signing a management deal to operate a new property in downtown San Diego.

onefinestay – Accor’s luxury private rental brand – has launched month-long stays in New York, initially debuting with 16 homes and with many to come.

Six Senses is taking its wellness and sustainability formula to a sanctuary in Napa County. Named after the natural thermal Aetna Springs discovered in the 1870s, the original resort thrived until the 1970s as a natural spa destination.

Destination by Hyatt, the collection of upper-upscale and luxury independent hotels, resorts and residences, has debuted in the UK with the opening of SCHLOSS Roxburghe in Scotland.

It’s so easy, once again, to fly to Dubai. After seeing what’s new there, The Museum of The Future and things like that, treat yourself to the lasting memory of Zighy Bay, two hours’ drive away.

The Promenade at London’s iconic The Dorchester is preparing to relaunch in coming months following a complete transformation by designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, with a new, modern British menu overseen by culinary director Martyn Nail.