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Construction begins on Six Senses Xala in Mexico

🏠 Six Senses Xala, located in Costalegre on Mexico's Pacific coast, begins vertical construction. Scheduled to open in March 2028, it includes 51 suites and 36 single-story oceanfront homes on 3.7-acre lots. Less than 20% of the 3,000-acre site will be developed. Ten out of the first twelve residences sold in the initial sales phase. Amenities feature a spa, fitness centers, and an Alchemy Bar. The Xala Foundation supports environmental and community initiatives, including coastline restoration.
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The Algonquin Hotel Announces New Menus at The Blue Bar Restaurant & Lounge

🍴 The Algonquin Hotel in New York has unveiled new culinary and cocktail experiences at The Blue Bar Restaurant & Lounge. The menu features dishes like Burrata Brûlée and Lamb Ribs, and cocktails such as Round Table and Hamlet VIII. Collaborating with the Al Hirschfeld Foundation, the redesigned menus incorporate historical Hirschfeld drawings. This initiative honors the hotel’s legacy while embracing modern flavors, reflecting the vibrant cultural history of New York over the past nine decades.
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Hyatt Announces Global Debut of Unscripted by Hyatt Brand

📍 Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Indochina Kajima partnered in January 2026 to expand the Unscripted by Hyatt brand in Vietnam. This agreement increases Hyatt's Vietnam presence from four to ten hotels, integrating six existing Wink properties, including Wink Saigon Centre and Wink Danang Centre, and a new Wink Hanoi Westlake opening in late 2026. The seven properties offer over 2,000 rooms, catering to modern, tech-savvy travelers. Wink hotels emphasize design-forward, tech-enabled, and sustainable features.
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Lark Shares Details of Anticipated Hotel Openings for 2026

🏠 Lark will expand its lifestyle brand in 2026 with four openings: Cambridge Common House (16 rooms) in Cambridge, MA, The Drew Hotel (25 rooms) in Plymouth, MA, Shore Haven (21 rooms) in Falmouth, MA, and The Penny Lane (18 rooms) in Hampton Bays, NY. All set for spring 2026, these properties feature unique designs, historic renovations, and sustainable practices, like solar energy and no single-use plastics at The Penny Lane.
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Premier Inn Gears Up for Second Chichester Location

🏨 Whitbread PLC is expanding Premier Inn with a new 82-bedroom hotel on Bognor Road, Chichester, completing the city's network plan with a total of 165 rooms. Located near A27/A259, it's accessible for visitors. This expansion in Sussex sees 23 locations planned, including a new hotel on Bognor Regis Seafront in April and one in Littlehampton by February. Whitbread aims to grow from 86,000 to 125,000 rooms across the UK and Ireland.
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DoubleTree By Hilton Muscat Al Waha Opens as Family-Friendly Resort at Barr Al Jissah

🏨 DoubleTree by Hilton Muscat Al Waha has opened at Barr Al Jissah, Oman, just 40 minutes from Muscat International Airport. Offering 302 guest rooms, the resort captures the essence of an Omani village. Guests enjoy multiple pools, a waterslide, a lazy river, and a private beachfront. As part of Hilton Honors, members get benefits like flexible payment options and free Wi-Fi. Bookings can be made via hilton.com or by calling +968 2477 6262.
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Hilton Muscat Al Bandar Opens as Barr Al Jissah’s Lifestyle and Events Hub

🏨 Hilton introduced three hotels at Barr Al Jissah, Oman, located 40 minutes from Muscat International Airport. Hilton Muscat Al Bandar features 198 rooms, a grand ballroom for 850 guests, and diverse event spaces. The hotel includes La Jolla poolside bar and various dining options. Part of Hilton Honors, the hotels offer member benefits like Wi-Fi and flexible payment. More information and reservations available at hilton.com or by calling +968 2477 6262.
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Al Husn Hotel Muscat Brings Fort-Inspired Luxury to Barr Al Jissah

🏖️ Hilton introduces three hotels at Barr Al Jissah, Oman, near Muscat International Airport, owned by The Zubair Corporation. Al Husn Hotel Muscat, featuring 180 rooms and Omani fort-inspired architecture, offers exclusive amenities like a private beach and spa overlooking the Gulf of Oman. Planned renovations in 2027 will rebrand it as Waldorf Astoria. Hilton Honors members enjoy benefits like point redemption and discounts. Bookings can be made at hilton.com or by calling +968 2477 6262.
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The St. Regis Singapore Unveils a New Era of Timeless Luxury

📖 The St. Regis Singapore, located at 29 Tanglin Rd, unveils its renovation led by FBEYE International, focusing on sustainability with motion-activated LED lights across 299 rooms. New dining concepts include Sophia with Chef Angelo Sergio, offering Italian dishes and over 70 wine labels. The St. Regis Bar introduces a "Time After Time" cocktail menu. Meeting spaces feature advanced audiovisual setups, and the John Jacob Ballroom spans 7,638 sq. ft. Prior updates include the spa and Yan Ting Cantonese restaurant in early 2024.
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London office receives planning for luxury hotel conversion

🏨 Studio Moren secured planning permission to convert a Grade II-listed Victorian office at 27-28 Clements Lane, London, into a 180-key luxury hotel. The design includes a new metal roof extension, preserving historical features like staircases and cast-iron columns, while targeting BREEAM Excellent with sustainable elements such as photovoltaic panels and a green roof. Approval by the City of London Corporation highlights a graceful evolution of historic architecture to meet modern needs.
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