Luxury hotels

Raffles reveals details around London project

The brand has launched sales of The OWO Residences by Raffles, with a call to the world’s wealthy to ‘own a piece of British history’

Luxuriating in the Lake District with a champion chef

Jenna and Jamie Shail haven’t let the pandemic stop them progressing with their plans of creating a dream boutique hotel in Ambleside

“There is no going back to the way things used to be”

There is no “back to the way things used to be” or “the new normal” – whatever that may mean. Everything is flipped on its head, and it is finally time for a reset.

“Lots of good ideas start from hotels”: Olga Polizzi's latest project

As she opens her third hotel The Star in Alfriston, Olga Polizzi shares what she thinks makes a luxury hotel tick

“Where land meets sea”: North Norfolk's newest boutique hotel

The Harper in Norfolk is keen to cement its place as one of the UK’s most distinctive new boutique hotels

Why agents need to have villas and private homes in their sights

With clients likely to continue seeking the space and privacy offered by a stay in a villa or high-end home rental, agents need a plethora of options

Palladium opens three new resorts in Italy and Spain

Hotel group is making its debut in Italy with a pair of Sicily properties

New French brand Beaumier prepares for expansion

The rebranded company is embarking on international expansion plans and is keen to attract more UK clients

Maybourne to launch hotel in France

Maybourne Hotel Group is expanding into Europe for the first time with the addition of The Maybourne Riviera

Happiness retreats and long-stay wellcations: wellbeing trends you need to know

In a post-pandemic era, a whole new world of wellbeing is emerging, with a host of specialist programmes and philosophies now available

Chiva-Som spearheads ‘Hua Hin Recharge’ campaign

The Thai wellness resorts hopes tourism could return to Hua Hin and the surrounding area in October

What wheel they think of next? Airport roller rink launches at JFK

TWA Hotel, the only on-airport hotel at JFK Airport, is bringing a sense of nostalgia with the debut of a rollerskating rink on the runway

You're under arrest! The new London hotel in a police station

NoMad London is on the site of the former Bow Street Magistrates’ Court in Covent Garden

'Responsible tourism will be in high demand post-Covid' says Capella boss

Boss of Capella Hotel Group Nicholas Clayton is convinced travel will return to being an integral part of our lives

Treehouse Hotels plans second UK hotel

The lifestyle brand with a sustainability focus is planning to open a property in Manchester

Corinthia to open first US hotel

Corinthia Hotels is to launch a hotel on New York’s Upper East Side, The Surrey, one of the city’s most historic hotels

Why wellbeing is the next big thing in luxury travel

Those with the wealth and desire to travel are more likely than ever to look for a wellbeing element to a trip, or make it the whole focus

Updated: Beachcomber launches first Maldives programme

The Indian Ocean specialist of 32 years currently has portfolios in the Seychelles and Mauritius.

Mark Boulle, managing director, said: "The Maldives are a natural fit and enhancement of our existing product and we’re delighted to offer a variety of the top properties in these beautiful islands."

Bookable from today, the programme will start with 20 hand-picked resorts ranging from 4- star to 5-star "and beyond".

Clients ramp up spending on luxury bookings

Pure Luxury reports average booking spikes in Barbados, Dubai and more as campaign encourages upgrade options with agents

Customised vitamins and making models from ocean plastic

Patina, Maldives is set to be one of the best new resorts to open in the destination this year

Museums and slides: Cora Cora Maldives to open in October

The resort in Raa atoll is home to the largest collection of artefacts outside of Male, and top villas will have private slides into the ocean

Former Soho House designer to open Wiltshire hotel

James Thurstan Waterworth is to open a high-end inn on the Duke of Somerset’s estate

Pharrell Williams opens first hotel in Miami

The singer and entrepreneur has opened The Goodtime Hotel in Miami’s South Beach

Earth Day bucket list: Kisawa Sanctuary opens in Mozambique

The new eco-resort on the island of Benguerra opens with a commitment to preserving the environment and “people-focused hospitality”