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Four Luxury Spas in Asia and the Middle East Turn Local Ingredients Into Signature Rituals
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29 October 2026🌿 Four luxury spas across Malaysia, Oman, Thailand and Dubai spotlight local wellness traditions in a September 16, 2026 feature. The Datai, Langkawi, has 121 accommodations and uses rainforest ingredients. Oman’s Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar, 2,000 metres above sea level, offers pomegranate treatments. Mandarin Oriental Bangkok blends regional spices with Thai massage. Dubai’s Jumeirah Zabeel Saray offers olive-oil hammam rituals and pineapple scrubs for ages 12+, connecting guests with local heritage.
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Mandarin Oriental Tops LTI’s 2023 World’s Best Luxury Hotel Brands List with 81.1% Score
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27 October 2026🏨 LTI’s annual ranking of the World’s Best Luxury Hotel Brands evaluated 20 brands across 134 key touchpoints, achieving a top score of 4,792. Mandarin Oriental secured the first place with 81.1%, followed by Oetker at 80.6% and Bulgari at 80.2%. This year saw an increase from 15 to 20 brands, with new entries including Capella and Airelles. Rankings are based on brand ethos, management quality, and investment efficiency, reflecting the luxury hotel sector’s dynamic landscape.
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HSMAI MEA Announces 2026 Commercial Strategy Conference in Dubai with 40 Sessions and 65+ Experts
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22 October 2026📅 On 17-18 November 2026, the HSMAI MEA Commercial Strategy Conference takes place at Conrad Dubai, featuring 18 hours of learning, 40 sessions, and 65+ expert speakers. With themes like AI and revenue management, the conference includes seven ROCKSTAR award finalists and four hours of networking. Key topics include Travel Demand, Commercial Strategy, and Leadership. Dr. Florian Ilgen delivers the keynote on change mindset. Partners include Amadeus and Global Hotel Alliance.
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Website Uses Cookies to Recognize Returning Users and Understand Which Sections Visitors Find Useful
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21 October 2026🍪 The website stores cookie information in visitors’ browsers to recognise returning users and help its team understand which sections visitors find most interesting and useful. These cookies support site functionality and aim to improve the user experience.
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Charlotte Weatherall Discusses Her First Year as General Manager at Corinthia London and the Thoughtful Magical Touches Program
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21 October 2026🏨 In July 2025, Charlotte Weatherall became General Manager of Corinthia London, a luxury hotel opened in 2011 near Trafalgar Square. The hotel features 279 rooms, a 3,300-square-meter spa, and holds two Michelin Keys. Corinthia’s history traces back to 1962 in Malta. The Thoughtful Magical Touches program allows staff to enhance guest experiences with up to £200 without prior approval. The hotel recently launched Biome by Corinthia London and a membership program, charging up to £7,500 for 12 months.
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23 Travel Technology Trends for 2027 Include Agentic AI, Connected Systems, Digital Payments and Cybersecurity
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16 October 2026✈ Hotels, airlines and travel businesses face 23 technology trends for 2027, led by AI booking agents, connected systems and cybersecurity. IATA reports 71% of travelers prefer online or mobile booking. AI use among US travelers reached 56%, up from 43% in late 2025. Globally, tourism contributed $12 trillion and 376 million jobs, according to WTTC. Businesses are urged to prioritize reliable data, secure payments and human oversight as automation expands.
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Dubai Welcomes 869,000 International Visitors in August 2026, Best Monthly Performance Since February
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9 October 2026🌎 Dubai welcomed approximately 869,000 international visitors in August 2026, marking its best month since February. From January to August, visitor numbers totaled 6.97 million, down 44% from 12.54 million in 2025. August’s dip narrowed to 37%, with 1.37 million visitors in August 2025. Hotel occupancy hit 66%, 89% of 2025 levels. Western Europe (20%) led visitor origins, followed by South Asia (17%) and the Gulf countries (16%). Emirates restored 97% of its network, while Air France resumed Dubai flights…
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Luxury Hospitality Shifts Focus to Privacy, With 86% of U.S. Travelers Prioritizing Seclusion and Data Control
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8 October 2026🏨 In a survey of 3,100 luxury travelers in the U.S., 86% prioritize privacy and seclusion, with 83% valuing exclusivity. Key players like Mandarin Oriental expand private residences, adding 10 properties in January 2026, totaling 35 homes in 14 destinations. Knight Frank’s 2025 survey shows 83% of branded-residence developments are by hotel companies, with 30% operating without a co-located hotel. Privacy is now integral to the hospitality product, influencing affluent travelers’ choices.
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Kremi McCabe Appointed General Manager of The Stafford London, Bringing Over 30 Years in Luxury Hospitality Experience
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1 October 2026📍 Kremi McCabe, with 30+ years in luxury hospitality, joins The Stafford London as General Manager. Her experience includes leading brands like Mandarin Oriental and Dorchester Collection. The Stafford, London’s No.1 Hotel by Travel + Leisure, recently achieved a MICHELIN Star, AA Five Red Stars, and Green Key certification. Kremi aims to honor the hotel’s heritage while innovating guest experiences.
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FHS World Hospitality Investment Summit to Return to Ras Al Khaimah in 2027 at Wynn Al Marjan Island
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1 October 2026📅 In November 2027, FHS World will return to Ras Al Khaimah at Wynn Al Marjan Island, United Arab Emirates. The summit will host 1,200 delegates, including 250 investors and 200 speakers from over 60 countries. The event will feature a 7,708 square-metre venue with a 2,633 square-metre ballroom. Since its previous editions in 2018 and 2019, FHS World has evolved into a global hospitality investment platform. Further details, including the full programme, will be announced soon.
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Leela Plans International Expansion with Palm Jumeirah Dubai Resort, Growing from 8 to 15 Hotels by 2028
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1 October 2026🏨 In this episode of Suite Success, Leela Palaces’ CEO Anuraag Bhatnagar discusses the brand’s strategy post-Brookfield acquisition, labeled “Leela 2.0”. The plan involves expanding from 8 to 15 hotels, with 10 more in development, including an international resort in Dubai by 2028. Key initiatives include cultural rituals, Leela Palace Service with eight touchpoints, and innovative food programming, which now constitutes 40% of business. Leela’s Net Promoter Score is 86, among the highest globally.
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FHS World 2026 Opens in Dubai, Hosts Over 200 Investors Managing $6 Trillion in Assets
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29 September 2026📅 FHS World 2026 kicked off in Dubai from September 29 to October 1, attracting 1,000 delegates from 50 countries. The event features 170+ speakers and 200+ investors with over USD $6 trillion in assets. Approximately 25% of investors attend for the first time, and 40% come from outside the GCC. The summit includes more than 30 seminars and the FHS Awards, where Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum presented a Lifetime Achievement Award to Sir Tim Clark.
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Future Hospitality Summit 2026 in Dubai to Host 200 Investors With Over $5 Trillion in Assets
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28 September 2026🌏 September 28, 2026, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai hosts Future Hospitality Summit World 2026, drawing over 200 investors managing USD$5 trillion. 25% are first-time attendees, 40% from outside the GCC. Investor sentiment has shifted towards disciplined asset selection amid geopolitical risks and construction cost inflation. Morocco’s tourism surged to 19.8 million in 2025, with a 2030 target of 26 million. FHS World, spanning September 29 to October 1, includes networking and investment opportunities, focusing on future hospitality trends.
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Only Two US Hotels Make World’s 50 Best List for 2026, With None in the Top 10
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23 September 2026🏨 The World’s 50 Best Hotels of 2026 feature only two from the US: San Ysidro Ranch (22nd) and Amangiri (45th). None are in the top 10 or east of Utah. Italy and France each boast six entries, while Hawaii lacks representation in the top 100. Over 800 travel experts vote for their seven favorite stays, focusing on unique experiences rather than brand consistency. US hotels prioritize profits, not necessarily global allure.
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GCC and North Africa to Add 200,000 Hotel Rooms by 2030, Boosting Supply by 27% with $90 Billion Investment
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23 September 2026🏨 Saudi Arabia leads the Middle East hotel expansion with 110,000 rooms, constituting 50% of the pipeline, spanning Riyadh, Makkah, and NEOM. The GCC and North Africa foresee a 27% room supply boost by 2030, with 200,000 new rooms worth $90 billion. Egypt follows with 42,000 rooms, while the UAE focuses on Dubai’s luxury projects. The Future Hospitality Summit occurs in Dubai from September 29 to October 1, 2026, emphasizing sustainable, competitive hospitality ecosystems.
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Hotels Must Identify Valuable Processes Before Implementing AI for Meaningful Operational Improvements, Says Deep Hospitality Co-Founder
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22 September 2026💻 August 2023, the AI-agent hotel booking test went live in the U.S. with partners like Amadeus, Booking Holdings, Expedia, Marriott, Wyndham, and IHG. Google confirmed involvement. Sabre, PayPal, and MindTrip are developing a comprehensive booking system. These developments emphasize the need for hotels to streamline processes and data quality. Nitin Thariyan and Caroline Hardman, from Deep Hospitality, emphasize addressing fundamental operational issues before AI implementation to improve commercial performance and guest experience.
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His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri and Sir Tim Clark Honored at FHS World for Leadership in Tourism and Aviation
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21 September 2026📅 September 29-October 1, 2026, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai: At FHS World, His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri and Sir Tim Clark were honored. Abdulla bin Touq received the FHS Leadership Award for advancing UAE’s economy and tourism since 2020. Sir Tim Clark earned the FHS Lifetime Achievement Award as Emirates Airline President since 2003. The awards recognize their pivotal roles in regional tourism and aviation. The ceremony will occur on September 29 at 11:50 AM.
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Future Hospitality Summit 2026 in Dubai to Highlight Wellness and Longevity as Major Growth Drivers in Hospitality
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18 September 2026💡 Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World 2026, occurring from September 29 to October 1 in Dubai, emphasizes wellness in hospitality. Hotels with major wellness offerings doubled Total Revenue per Available Room compared to others in 2024. Experts discuss wellness as a growing asset class, highlighting increased expectations from travelers for personalized wellness experiences. Wellness tourism is set to grow 9.1% annually, with longevity travel reaching $44 billion by 2030. Longevity and wellness are driving shifts towards integrated lifestyle and hospitality…
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Rosewood Hong Kong Named World’s Best Hotel for Second Year in 2026 Ranking by World’s 50 Best Hotels
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16 September 2026🏨 Rosewood Hong Kong tops the World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026 list, announced on September 15 in Paris, for the second year. Capella Bangkok ranks second, with Four Seasons Bangkok third. Atlantis The Royal, Dubai is fourth, and Passalacqua, Lake Como is fifth. Asia dominates with 18 hotels; Europe has 21. Rosewood São Paulo is the top in South America at sixth. The ranking, in its fourth year, is decided by an academy of over 800 experts across 13 regions.
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FHS World 2026 in Dubai to Host Over 100 Global Industry Leaders, Including UAE Minister, from September 29.
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9 September 2026📅 29 September to 1 October 2026, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai hosts FHS World 2026, featuring over 100 global hospitality leaders. H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri delivers the keynote on the UAE’s growth in tourism and investment. The agenda covers investment, sustainability, and technology. Networking includes the FHS Dealroom and Investor Breakfast. FHS Living debuts, highlighting investment across seven asset classes. The event concludes with the FHS Leadership Award, celebrating hospitality pioneers.
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The Stafford London Appoints Kremi McCabe as General Manager, Following Recent Top Hotel Awards
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2 September 2026🏨 Kremi McCabe is appointed as General Manager of The Stafford London, leveraging 30+ years in luxury hospitality. Previously with Mandarin Oriental, Jumeirah, Dorchester Collection, and The Lanesborough, McCabe now leads operations at the St James’s property. The Stafford recently received accolades: top London hotel by Travel and Leisure, five AA Red Stars, and a Michelin star for Michael Caines. Mahmoud Bakr, director, highlights her commercial expertise and leadership as pivotal for future growth.
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Maybourne Luxury Hotel Group Shifts Focus to US, UK, Europe Amid Decreased Middle Eastern Bookings and Expansion Plans
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1 September 2026📈 Maybourne Group, owned by Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani’s family, refocused on the US, UK, and Europe due to declining Middle Eastern bookings after the Iran war started in February. Middle Eastern bookings fell by 50% in March. Maybourne increased first-half 2026 revenue by diversifying markets. Led by CEO Marc Socker, and chaired by José Silva, the group plans 15 hotels by 2035, welcoming its first Paris property next year. Expansion focuses on New York and Asia, not UK.
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José Silva Appointed Chairman of Maybourne Hotel Group to Lead Global Expansion, Including New Paris Opening in 2027
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20 August 2026🏨 José Silva, a Portuguese national, has been appointed Chairman of Maybourne, owner of landmark hotels in London and internationally. José’s 40+ years in luxury hospitality include achieving five Michelin stars at Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris. With expansion to Los Angeles and the French Riviera, Maybourne’s new venture, Maybourne Saint-Germain, is set to open in Paris in 2027, featuring 101 rooms and 23 branded residences. Silva previously led Jumeirah Group’s global transformation.
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José Silva Appointed Chairman of Maybourne to Lead Global Growth After Decades in Hospitality Leadership
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18 August 2026📑 José Silva, a hospitality veteran with over 40 years of experience, was appointed Chairman of Maybourne. Known for his leadership at Jumeirah Group and Four Seasons, Silva will guide Maybourne’s global growth strategy. CEO Marc Socker praised Silva’s expertise. Maybourne, an ultra-luxury brand, operates iconic hotels like Claridge’s and The Maybourne Beverly Hills. Silva expressed excitement about advancing Maybourne’s legacy and global presence.
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José Silva Appointed Chairman of Maybourne to Guide Global Expansion in Luxury Hospitality Industry
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18 August 2026🏨 José Silva, with 40+ years of industry experience, has been appointed chairman of Maybourne to oversee its global expansion. Previously, as CEO of Jumeirah Group, he transformed it into a global luxury operator. Silva also spent nearly 25 years with Four Seasons, achieving five Michelin stars at the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris. Maybourne’s plans include new hotels, residential developments, and wellness facilities. Silva aims to enhance Maybourne’s luxury hospitality reputation.
