Sophie Weir

🏨 Four Seasons, collaborating with Strategic Property Partners, plans a luxury hotel and residences in Charleston, South Carolina, by 2028. The development will feature 139 guest rooms and 36 branded residences in the historic district. Facilities include four restaurants, an outdoor pool, a spa, and 7,000 square feet of event space. Residences, ranging from 2,000 to 3,700 square feet, start at $5 million, offering personalized living and access to hotel amenities.

🏖 Lough Erne Resort, set within 600 acres of Fermanagh Lakelands, invites visitors to savor summer through curated experiences designed for relaxation. Starting from £175 per night, the "Move To Our Rhythm" package includes a two-night stay and activities like exploring Marble Arch Caves. The "Cruise Through Summer" offers a one-hour boat cruise from £199 per person. Guests can also opt for self-catering lodges, offering freedom to explore local attractions like Enniskillen Castle and Florence Court House.

🍝 Chef Matt Wilden will open his new restaurant, Perro, in Kings Heath, Birmingham, in late June 2025. Perro offers a cozy 12-seat space, serving Mexican-influenced small plates and cocktails by Katie Rouse of Couch. By day, it features deli sandwiches and Vietnamese iced coffee, transforming at night into a low-lit dining spot. Perro will host creative events, fostering a community spirit. Fridays and Saturdays feature late-night cocktails and snacks. Follow @perro.bhx for updates.

🍴 In July 2025, HUŎ will open in Belsize Village, London, expanding from their 2021 Chelsea debut. Restaurateurs Graham Rebak and Adam Wilkie bring Asian cuisine to NW3. Head Chef Yam Gurung's menu features Chinese and Southeast Asian dishes, with sharing plates like Thai Lobster Crackers and Szechuan Chilli Prawns. Designed by Jonathan Clark Architects, the space accommodates 110 guests across a main dining area, bar, private room, and terrace. The restaurant features Asian art and vibrant decor.

🏨 Expected last quarter 2028, IHG Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Palm Holdings, will open voco London – Waterloo (182 rooms) and Hotel Indigo & Suites London – Waterloo (172 rooms) in Central London. Located near iconic attractions, the hotels will offer shared amenities and sustainable design targeting BREEAM Excellent certification. IHG's expansion includes 363 UK hotels open, 33 in the pipeline. Architectural collaboration by Studio Moren aims for engaging, locally inspired environments.

🏖️ Cala Llonga, Ibiza, in 2025, welcomes Sonrojo, a new beachside restaurant by Mondrian and Hyde. Positioned by the turquoise waters, it offers Mediterranean cuisine and Spanish dishes like Andalusian Calamari, Ibérico Ham Croquettes, and paellas. The menu highlights local KM 0 ingredients, Sangria, and creative cocktails. Sonrojo enhances Ibiza’s culinary scene, offering an inviting atmosphere with indoor and outdoor spaces for relaxed dining by the sea.