Luxury hotels

Design-led ME Lisbon to open next year with glass facade and rooftop bar

Portugal’s capital will be the next city to gain a Radio Rooftop Bar, as the latest ME by Melia hotel gears up to open in Lisbon

Marriott makes luxury safari debut with property in Maasai Mara

Located within Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve the lodge features 20 private tents with terraces overlooking the River Talek

Rocco Forte to debut in remodelled resort on Sardinia's coast

A panoramic rooftop bar will be among features of the Rocco Forte at Porto Cervo, Sardinia

Why the hidden gem of Grenada is the next big thing in the Caribbean

The spice island is one of the Caribbean’s fastest-rising stars – finally

Q&A: Ground-breaking Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan at 25 - designer John Heah discusses its creation

When it opened in a backpacker’s haunt, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan turned the idea of luxury hotels on its head

10 new experiences and properties to help you sell Sri Lanka

Discover 10 ways to tempt luxury travellers to the compact paradise of Sri Lanka, from newly-opened hiking routes to dazzling properties

Skyscraper-top Bulgari Hotel Tokyo becomes the group’s eighth property

Views from 40 floors up and Italian-meets-Japanese decor grace the new Bulgari Hotel Tokyo, the collection’s eighth hotel worldwide.

Club Med reaps fruits of post-pandemic bounceback

Club Med issues upbeat 2022 financial results following global pick-up in business

Mandarin Oriental makes Greece debut at Costa Navarino

Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino becomes the fourth five-star hotel located at the destination

New kids' eco-activities at Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands

Water experiments and lab research into microplastics are among new environmental activities for youngsters at the Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands

Complimentary car-hire goes electric at Ikos Resorts

Guests can take an electric Tesla car on a local Mediterranean self-drive for free at all-inclusive Ikos Resorts

The new ‘frictionless’ French ski resort families will love

Madeleine Barber was one of the first to stay at Club Med Tignes when it opened its doors last December and, as a first-time skier, she was completely sold on the experience

Tui to expand Turkey and Croatia programmes through Rixos deal

The agreement with Rixos Hotel Group includes exclusivity in 10 resorts across the two countries over the next three years

Mexico mansion becomes Set Collection’s first Americas member

The Set Collection’s newest member is owned by a Hollywood producer and features a Picasso and 20-seat private cinema among its luxuries.

Blue Lagoon moves into the mountains with new geothermal-powered hotel

Iceland’s iconic Blue Lagoon brand is to open a resort in the country’s central highlands

Ritz-Carlton debuts its 80-storey Melbourne hotel

An in-room sauna and private pantry are perks of the largest suite at the new Ritz Carlton, Melbourne.

Agent secures largest booking in Citalia's 90-year history

Paul Joyce, of Burnley-based Brulea Travel, secured the record-breaking sale worth £57,000

Why new flights and value-for-money appeal make South Africa a must-do right now

There’s never been a better time to enjoy the natural beauty, great wines and outstanding service on offer in South Africa

‘The trite five-star formula is leaving luxury hotel sector’

Luxury hospitality is now more than just expensive finishes and impeccable service says design guru.

Virtuoso’s London networking event one of largest to date

Edinburgh will host Virtuoso’s next On Tour meet up in the UK, bringing luxury members and partners together

New community-inspired resort for the Seychelles

New Mahe resort Laila has been designed to reflect its Seychellian owner’s desire for a sense of place

Experience Corfu on the TTG Luxury Journey with Grecotel

Grecotel has teamed up with TTG Luxury to host an exclusive educational trip to Corfu

A hundred unique luxury properties join the Select brand

Raffles London at the OWO is among the new hotels to come under the Select brand, giving affiliated agents more perks for clients

TTG Florida Fest 2023: Luxury holidays masterclass and Q&A

For those wanting something a little more special, this masterclass will cover luxury accommodation, the best beaches, attractions and experiential activities, so you can sell to your luxury clients with ease.