The new edition of GHA DISCOVERY, the world’s largest loyalty program for independent hotel brands, (including founding member Kempinski Hotels) is officially launched.

Kempinski Hotels will manage what it says is the world’s first “Floating Sea Palace Resort” in Dubai. Kempinski Floating Palace will be a floating building around which 12 likewise floating luxury villas are grouped. Each villa has the ability to sail independently to other anchorage points.

The David Kempinski Tel Aviv is set to officially open in February 2022, becoming Kempinski Hotels’ 80th global property and first in Israel. The 250 room and suite property is housed within the newest skyscraper erected along the city’s Mediterranean Sea promenade.

Kempinski Hotels, together with Universal Beijing Resort, is debuting two hotels: The Universal Studios Grand Hotel and NUO Resort Hotel – Universal Beijing Resort, operated by Key International Hotels Management Co., Ltd. – a joint venture between Beijing Tourism Group (‘BTG’) and Kempinski Hotels.

European luxury hotelier Kempinksi has named Bernold Schroeder as Chairman of the Management Board, concurrently confirming him as Chief Executive Officer having held the Interim CEO title since December.

The Apurva Kempinski Bali has introduced Sound Meditation: a brand-new program designed to help guests achieve mindfulness. Using the healing properties of sound therapy, the program is presented in the form of sound meditation.

Kempinski Hotels has expanded its tie-up with fitness technology brand, Technogym, to introduce dedicated workout rooms at select properties around the world.

Kempinski Hotels has cut ties with German investment management company, 12.18, some 17-months after forging an alliance.

There are many pundits who say new luxury is city-free and rural-dependent, it is vital to remember and support nations that are doing what they can to support businesses. Indonesia, for example, launched a sovereign fund this February – Indonesia investment authority INA – with one of its stated goals to build up the country’s business-friendly culture.

Kempinski Hotels has inked a trio of new management contracts for two lodges and a high-end tented camp in Tanzania, earmarked to debut in 2023.

Kempinski Hotels is adding two Swiss Alps luxury hotels to its portfolio in Engelberg and Frutt.

Home fitness company Peloton has forged ties with its first partner in the hospitality and leisure sector, Kempinski Hotels.