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Cambridge House opens reservations ahead of 2027 launch
18 September 2026Reservations are open for stays from 1 April 2027 with rates starting from £1,250 per night
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Google’s DMA Changes Lead to 30% Reduction in Free Direct Booking Clicks for European Hotels
17 September 2026📈 Google’s DMA changes have led to up to a 30% drop in free direct booking clicks for European hotels. The Broadmoor generated nearly $1 million in direct revenue over three months through systematic follow-up calls. Banyan Group acquired Newmark Hotels & Reserves, adding 26 properties across seven African countries. The UN Tourism forecast for 2026 international arrivals was cut to 1-2%. Black Friday campaigns drove 60.5% direct revenue growth in 2025, showing the importance of conversion infrastructure.
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Lapérouse Holding to Open or Acquire Seven New Luxury Venues by 2026, Expanding Heritage Brands Strategy
12 August 2026🏖 Lapérouse Holding, founded by Benjamin Patou and Antoine Arnault, plans seven new openings or acquisitions by 2026, including La Petite Maison, new Da Rosa concepts, and Café Laperouse at La Vallée Village. The group is expanding into food retail with Lapérouse Food & Retail and new concepts like Comptoir Lapérouse. This strategy aligns with growing consumer demand for authenticity and memorable experiences in luxury hospitality.
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Gencom Announces New Organizational Structure, Leadership Appointments to Drive Global Real Estate Growth and Management
10 August 2026🏠 Gencom, a U.S.-based investment firm, reorganized its structure into Gencom Capital and Gencom Real Estate, with founder Karim Alibhai at the helm. Key appointments include Alessandro Colantonio as Chief Investment Officer and Donald McGregor as President of Gencom Real Estate. Gencom, founded over 40 years ago, manages nearly $8 billion in assets, with 24 owned assets and over 6,000 hotel rooms globally, partnering with brands like The Ritz-Carlton and Hyatt.
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Select Registry Announces 2026 Craft Lodging Awards Finalists, Winners to Be Revealed November 10 in Florida
5 August 2026🏨 Finalists for the 2026 Craft Lodging Awards were announced by Select Registry, recognizing exceptional independent lodgings. The awards cover categories like Sustainability Champion, Best Restaurant, Best Breakfast, Social Media & Content Creation, Community Engagement, and Best Craft Lodging by region including Northeast, Southeast, Central, Mid-Atlantic, and West. Winners will be honored on November 10, 2026, at the Select Registry National Meeting & Conference in Ponte Vedra, Florida.
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AGR Study Finds AI Recommendations in US Luxury Hotel Markets Concentrated, with Some Citing Demolished Properties
3 August 2026📚 On July 29, 2026, the AGR Luxury Hotel AI Visibility Index tested AI recommendations in six US luxury markets, revealing that three hotels in each market captured 41% of recommendation slots. Miami’s Mandarin Oriental hotel was still recommended 108 days after its demolition. Across 824 recommendations, only 23 hotels made up half. AI’s sourcing was narrow, often citing just one or two documents per city. AI often failed to update recommendations based on the latest property status.
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The AGR Luxury Hotel AI Visibility Index
30 July 2026This post was originally published on this site. AGR Research | Luxury Hotel AI Visibility | 2026 Edition Five hotels, on average, captured half of the AI recommendation slots in the six US luxury markets studied. The Index measures which properties appeared most often, how concentrated those recommendations were, and where the answers contained outdated or incorrect information. hotels, on average, reached half of a market’s recommendation slots in the six-market study of recommendation slots went to each market’s top…
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Reuben Brothers to Convert W South Beach into Waldorf Astoria Miami Beach with Hilton, Opening in 2027
7 July 2026🏨 In 2024, Reuben Brothers acquired W South Beach for $400 million and announced a conversion to Waldorf Astoria Miami Beach, set to relaunch in winter 2027. Located on Collins Ave., the 20-story hotel will feature 348 renovated suites, a new lobby with Peacock Alley, and expanded amenities. Over 300 workers will be laid off in late August. The renovation faced local opposition but continues under Hilton’s management deal, marking Waldorf Astoria’s Miami debut.
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What an AI Visibility Audit Reveals, and How a Hotel Fixes It
22 June 2026This post was originally published on this site. A documented AI visibility audit of one Napa Valley luxury resort shows how artificial intelligence decides which hotels a traveler considers, and where that decision goes wrong. For many high-intent travel and event queries, artificial intelligence now assembles the first shortlist a traveler or meeting planner sees, often before they open a search engine, a booking site, or a property’s own page. The consideration set is increasingly formed inside an AI answer.…
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The Stockman, Auberge Collection at Steamboat Resort Surpasses $90 Million in Contracts Within 60 Days of Launch
18 June 2026🏔 Developed by Stockman Development LLC, The Stockman, Auberge Collection, is a luxury ski-in, ski-out residence at Steamboat Resort, Colorado. Within 60 days of launch, over $90 million in sales were contracted. The nine-story building will feature 95 residences and 59 hotel rooms at 1965 Ski Time Square Drive, opening in 2030. Designed by OZ Architecture with sustainable features, the project aligns with Steamboat Resort’s $220 million Full Steam Ahead initiative.
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Aparium Hotel Group Expands with New Properties in Nashville, Louisville, and Omaha by 2027
10 June 2026🏨 In 2013, Detroit faced the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history. Mario Tricoci founded Aparium Hotel Group in 2012 and, by 2017, launched Detroit Foundation Hotel, converting a 1929 firehouse. Aparium manages nine hotels, with three more planned by 2027, including a 150-key hotel in Nashville. Tricoci’s ventures focus on adaptive reuse in emerging urban areas, with significant revenue from F&B. Aparium’s Populus in Denver, a carbon-positive hotel, opened in late 2024, receiving accolades.
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Iconic Hotels and Resorts Appoints Yasmin Boromand as Group Director of People and Culture Amid Expansion Plans
8 June 2026📅 Yasmin Boromand was appointed as the new group director of people and culture for Iconic Hotels and Resorts on June 8, 2026. This follows the company’s rebranding in February and the hiring of Shan Kanagasingham as COO. Boromand has experience managing HR for 80 restaurants in 18 countries and overseeing nine hotels in the Dorchester Collection. The group plans to launch a learning academy and graduate program, managing 14 properties, including 10 in the UK.
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Canoe Place Inn Appoints Chef Mathew Woolf as Executive Chef to Lead New Era of Coastal Dining
28 May 2026🍴 May 28, 2026, Hampton Bays, New York: Canoe Place Inn appointed Chef Mathew Woolf as Executive Chef. With 30 years in Michelin-starred and luxury kitchens, including training with John Williams MBE and Gordon Ramsay OBE, Woolf cooked for the British Royal Family. His career highlights include earning a Michelin star at Chicago’s Restaurant Sixteen, and leading New York’s Rainbow Room and White Barn Inn. At Canoe Place, Woolf will emphasize seasonal, locally-sourced, globally-inspired dishes.
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Douglas Elliman Appointed Exclusive Sales and Marketing Firm for 75 Luxury Condominiums at The Boca Raton.
21 May 2026🏠 Douglas Elliman was appointed by BDT & MSD Partners for exclusive sales of The Residences at The Boca Raton in Florida. The development includes 75 private condominiums, featuring designs by Hart Howerton with interiors by Pembrooke & Ives, ranging from two-bedroom units to $15 million penthouses. Owners gain access to The Boca Raton Club amenities, including beach, golf, and spa facilities. It’s the first introduction of private residences in the resort’s 100-year history.
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Luxury independent boutique hotels hit top performance in 2025
8 May 2026This article was written by Boutique Hotel News. Click here to read the original article Reading Time: 2 minutes US: Bardoul Hotel Advisors has reported record 2025 demand and revenue growth for US luxury independent boutique hotels in its 2026 Boutique Hotel Report. Comparisons with same class traditional US hotel indicate that boutique hotels continued to perform well in 2025, with demand and revenues reaching an all-time high. Luxury-tier independent boutiques – which includes brands such as Auberge, Nobu, and…
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The Standard, Brussels Wins Best in Show at 2026 HD Awards for Projects; Kevin Barry Art Advisory Tops Products Category
6 May 2026📈 Nearly 475 people gathered at Encore Resort, Las Vegas, on May 5th, 2026, for the 22nd HD Awards by Hospitality Design magazine. From 1,200 submissions, The Standard, Brussels won Best in Show for projects, and Kevin Barry Art Advisory’s program for Chamonix Casino Hotel topped in products. The event celebrated global achievements in design, highlighting diversity across lifestyle, upscale, and luxury hotel categories, with winners from places like Brussels, Boston, and Tokyo.
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Experiential Luxury Surges in Hospitality Industry as Traditional Luxury Shifts to Wellness and Unique Experiences
28 April 2026🛩 In 2026, the hospitality industry is pivoting from traditional luxury to experiential luxury, focusing on unique experiences like wellness and exclusive activities. Prominent brands like Aman and Six Senses exemplify this trend. A key example is the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, which expanded its offerings with a multimillion-dollar Nordic spa. Despite evolving offerings, the core of luxury remains attentive service. The industry is leveraging technology, including AI and CRM, to enhance guest experiences and remain competitive.
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Intercontinental La Sagesse to Open in Grenada Under The Leadership of General Manager George Vlachopoulos
27 April 2026This article was written by Hotel Executive. Click here to read the original article Grenada, La Sagesse. April 27, 2026 As development advances along La Sagesse Bay, General Manager George Vlachopoulos is guiding the strategic and operational preparation of InterContinental La Sagesse, scheduled to open in fall 2026. At InterContinental La Sagesse, Vlachopoulos is focused on pre-opening execution, including senior leadership recruitment, operational planning, and implementation of brand standards ahead of launch, working closely with IHG and ownership to position…
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Hospitality Design’s Women in Design Awards to Honor Six Industry Leaders at HD Expo in Las Vegas on May 5.
16 April 2026🏠 On May 5, the Women in Design Awards breakfast returns to HD Expo in Las Vegas. Grace Escaño-Maniatis, Senior Director of Design at Auberge Collection, is celebrated for projects like Miami’s Shore Club and Houston’s Birdsall. Heather Holdridge leads sustainability at Lake Flato, achieving WELL Platinum for their San Antonio office. Amy Jakubowski at Gensler, and Kelly McFadden at Left Lane, are recognized for their impactful career achievements and contributions to hospitality design.
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DoveHill Acquires Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Collection, Plans Enhancements While Auberge Continues Management
9 April 2026🏨 DoveHill acquired the Mayflower Inn & Spa in Washington, Connecticut, located in Litchfield County, 90 minutes from New York City. DoveHill plans enhancements to the property while Auberge Collection continues management. CEO Jake Wurzak praised the inn’s legacy and uniqueness. CIO Charles Paloux emphasized its ultra-luxury status and strong ROI potential, highlighting its appeal as a nearby escape post-COVID.
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The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection in Newport Unveils Renovated 1,280 Sq Ft Vanderbilt Room for Events and Gatherings
7 April 2026🏨 In Newport, Rhode Island, The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection, a 33-room resort, completes a significant renovation of the Vanderbilt Room. Led by SWOON and Herkworks Architecture, the project integrates historical elements and modern design, using jewel tones and reclaimed wood. The 1,280 square-foot room accommodates 50 for dinners, 100 for receptions, and 60 for weddings, supporting various events. The renovation pays homage to Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, blending Newport’s colonial and Gilded Age influences.
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Scott Miller Launches Ensemble Studio with Projects in Scottsdale, Boston, and New York’s SoHo Neighborhood
1 April 2026🎪 Scott Miller, former global director at AvroKO, launched Ensemble, a hospitality design studio. Ensemble debuts with projects like Paradise Valley Hotel & Casitas in Arizona, a restaurant near Four Seasons Hotel Boston, and a wellness club in New York’s SoHo. The Boston restaurant opens in 2026, inspired by luxury train travel. The Paradise Valley Hotel, owned by Walton Global, will feature a unique residential design, while the SoHo club is backed by sports celebrities and opens in late 2026.
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The Woodward, Geneva’s Historic Three-MICHELIN Key Hotel, Appoints Héctor Lugo as General Manager
27 March 2026🏨 March 27, 2026, Geneva: The Woodward, a three-MICHELIN Key all-suite hotel on Lake Geneva, appoints Héctor Lugo as General Manager. Lugo, from Guadalajara, Mexico, brings over 20 years of luxury hospitality experience, having managed Auberge Collection’s Susurros del Corazón in Mexico and worked with Mandarin Oriental in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Europe. The Woodward is renowned as Geneva’s top gastronomic hotel, hosting L’Atelier Robuchon with two MICHELIN stars.
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Auberge Collection to Open Fifth Colorado Property, The Stockman, in Steamboat Springs by 2030
20 March 2026🏖 Auberge Collection will open The Stockman in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, marking its fifth Colorado property in 2030. The nine-story development will feature 59 guestrooms and suites, 95 private residences, and provide ski-in, ski-out access. Groundbreaking is set for 2026, with residential sales starting the same year. Designed by OZ Architecture, with interiors by Nunzio Marc DeSantis Architects, it will include three dining venues, a spa, and a pool. Residences range from one to five bedrooms, including 13 rooftop “Barn”…
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Fouquet’s New York Emerges as Top Luxury Hotel with Highest RevPAR Index in the City
20 March 2026🏨 In 2022, Tribeca’s Fouquet’s New York debuted, becoming a celebrity hotspot. Developed by Joshua Caspi and APW Avenue Group, the hotel showcases a Parisian-New York blend with 97 rooms designed by Martin Brudnizki. The Barrière Group, a French hospitality pioneer, operates it. Construction faced challenges, including a 100-year lease and deep excavation. Revenue is boosted by amenities like Brasserie Fouquet’s and a private club. Plans include a 2030 Fouquet’s in Miami and potential locations in Aspen and Cabo San…
