Luxury hotels

Earth Day: Banyan Tree teams up for planting drive

Banyan Tree Group is supporting Earthday.org with a new partnership to drive resources to the organisation’s reforestation programme

Earth Day: Accor scales up sustainability efforts with new role

Accor said it aims to cement its commitment to the area with the appointment of a new chief sustainability officer

Marriott International sets out hopes for 'renaissance of travel'

Marriott bosses say that despite the challenges of the pandemic, pent-up demand and development continue at pace, leading to many causes for optimism for the sector

Sandals Royal Bahamian set for 'multi-million dollar' revamp

More than 200 rooms and suites to be redesigned ahead of 4 November reopening

Hotelier Grace Leo takes over UK seaside property

Hotelier Grace Leo has taken on a property in Sussex as her second UK property, continuing the roll out of new brand, The Relais

Mandarin Oriental takes on Google exec for new CCO role

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed ex-Google executive Joanna Flint to a newly created role of chief commercial officer for the luxury hotel brand

Why Greece could be the hit of the summer for luxury travellers

Beautiful new hotels and confidence being broadcast by tourism officials mean the destination could hit some high notes again this year

Sustainable travel brand Beyond Green makes trade push

Some of the world’s most innovative sustainable hotels can now be booked via the brand’s GDS with bonus commission also available

The big reveal: what to look forward to at the new Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid

Q: What is your favourite suite, or the top one that you’d recommend?

A: We have 53 suites and each one has a special detail that I like. For instance, the new Ritz or Mandarin Suites have a private balcony with amazing views either to Museo del Prado or Plaza de la Lealtad. Then there are the Turret suites, which have a natural mica ceiling in the living room; mica is a natural mineral that reflects the light creating a unique glowing effect.

Carrier boss: 'I believe in a sustainable future for luxury travel advisors'

Luxury travel advisors who have survived the crisis are more determined than ever, says Mark Duguid, managing director of Carrier

Hotel Week London planned to drive business back to the capital

A new campaign is aiming to help London hotels get back on their feet once they are allowed to fully reopen after 17 May

Western Australia paints a new picture for travel

Sitting down for a virtual painting class of the state’s Bungle Bungles is an inspiring way to keep Western Australia on travel wishlists

Accor's SLS brand opens first Middle East hotel

Accor’s luxury lifestyle brand SLS has made its debut in the Middle East with the opening of SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences

Sun Resorts sells its Kanuhura property in the Maldives

A subsidiary of Ong Beng Seng’s HPL is to take over the resort from the Mauritian hotelier this summer

Bermuda eyes UK travel boost with BA flight

It’s hoped a remote location, new flight from Heathrow and ability to cope well in the face of Covid-19 will make it attractive for British travellers

Ultima Collection launches tree planting pledge

Ultima Collection has launched its latest CSR project, with a mission to donate 10,000 trees in partnership with One Tree Planted

Chef Adam Handling to open sustainable pub with rooms

The Loch & The Tyne, created around a sustainable restaurant concept in Old Windsor, will be his first venue outside of London

Hit the beach in Belgravia at The Berkeley

The hotel is embracing British beach culture with the launch of its new beach hut concept for outdoor dining

Virtuoso drops Trump Hotels from network

Virtuoso, the global network of luxury agencies, will no longer work with the former US president’s hotel brand

Four Seasons ramps up on-site test options

Hotel group wants to be able to offer on-site access to Covid-19 testing to make it easier for guests amid ever-changing global entry requirements

New kids on the block – three brothers prepare to launch GuestHouse

A new UK hotel brand is set to make its debut in Bath this spring, launched by siblings making their first foray into hospitality

Private detectives: where to find exclusive-use inspiration around the world

From super-modern remote hideaways in Finland to island buy-outs in the Maldives and Bali, luxury travellers are increasingly going to be looking for private homes, villas and exclusive-use properties as they pick up their travel plans

Rosewood reveals name for new London hotel

The group is in the midst of transforming the old US embassy in Mayfair

Webinar: Domes Resorts updates and key selling points

Featuring the latest news and updates from Domes Resorts as well as essential information about the Greek properties, this TTG webinar covers everything agents need to know to sell the luxury resorts in 2021 and beyond