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🏨 In San Diego's Little Italy, Courtyard by Marriott debuts a 334-room hotel featuring expansive guest suites, over 10,000 sq. ft. of event space, and Mediterranean-Californian dining. Located at 1646 Front St, the hotel offers six types of modern rooms, including the 820 sq. ft. Midway Suite. Amenities include the Skydeck pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, and Orexi restaurant. With easy access to San Diego's attractions, it’s ideal for travelers and events. Follow on Instagram: @CourtyardLittleItaly.

🌍 Kerzner International Holdings has announced Atlantis and One&Only projects in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, aligning with the Vision 2030 plan. Located on the Red Sea, Atlantis Jeddah will have 800 rooms, over 20 dining options, and the Aquaventure Waterpark. One&Only Resort will feature private homes and event spaces. Both aim to boost Jeddah's tourism and lifestyle appeal, with sustainability and cultural immersion as key focuses. The site is 30 minutes from Jeddah International Airport.

🏨 Kimpton, part of IHG's luxury portfolio, introduces the Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove this winter in California's Monterey Peninsula. The 4-story boutique hotel features 99 rooms, Spanish Revival architecture, and local art, offering a luxurious coastal experience. Guests can enjoy The Caledonian restaurant, a 3,173 sq. ft. courtyard, and wellness activities. Positioned near landmarks like Monarch Grove Sanctuary, it emphasizes community with pet-friendly stays and exclusive giveaways for locals during the opening week.

🏨 Rocco Forte Hotels launches its tenth Italian hotel, The Carlton, in Milan today. The €60-million renovation, led by Olga Polizzi, crafts 71 rooms and suites, two restaurants, a bar, and a spa. Located at Via Senato 5 and Via della Spiga 8, it blends tradition with modern design. Chef Fulvio Pierangelini leads the dining experience, while Salvatore Calabrese oversees the bar. The Carlton garden will open in Spring 2026.

📋 Minor Hotels plans to open NH Collection Sliema in Malta by 2026, featuring 268 rooms and suites. Located in Sliema, steps from the seafront and near Valetta, it offers amenities like a spa, rooftop bar, pool, and restaurant. Minor Hotels, with nearly 50 years of expertise, aims to expand through franchising in key markets and untapped regions. Sandra Cremesini is appointed Senior VP Franchise Support to enhance strategic growth. NH Collection operates over 100 hotels in 25 countries.

🏝️ Wyndham Grand Rio Mar unveils its revamped resort on December 17, 2025, offering three enhanced pools, 400 redesigned rooms, and a 1950s-inspired casino. Located between El Yunque National Rainforest and the Atlantic Ocean, the 607-acre resort features new dining venues, a speakeasy cabaret, and a family-friendly Xplorers Club. Rates start at $399 per night. The transformation, led by Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo and Jeffrey Beers International, elevates Puerto Rico's hospitality landscape.