Track Kerzner International in one place. This hub aggregates the latest news and openings across Atlantis, One&Only and SIRO, as covered by trusted sources. Follow a leader in luxury resort hospitality.
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Kerzner International Launches Sales for Ultra-Luxury One&Only Private Homes in Fiji, Opening in 2029
3 July 2026🏖 Kerzner International has launched sales for One&Only Private Homes in Fiji, set to open in 2029. Located on Nacula Island, Yasawa Islands, the development spans 127 acres and is accessible via a 30-minute seaplane or two-hour speedboat from Nadi. The project features 22 private residences with 3-5 bedrooms, each with a pool. Owners gain access to resort amenities, including dining, spa, and sports facilities. Developed with BSP Life Fiji, it’s One&Only’s first South Pacific venture.
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Kerzner International Launches Sales for First South Pacific One&Only Private Homes in Fiji, Opening 2029
3 July 2026🏖 Kerzner International, in partnership with BSP Life Fiji, plans to open One&Only Private Homes in Fiji by 2029. Located in the Yasawa Islands, the development covers 127 acres on Nacula Island, accessible by a 30-minute seaplane or 2-hour speedboat trip from Nadi. Designed by ELASTIC Architects, the project features 22 residences with 3-5 bedrooms, private pools, and terraces. Owners gain access to resort amenities, a rental program, and One&Only’s network across the globe.
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Kerzner International Appoints Former De Beers CEO Celine Assimon as Chief Commercial Officer
18 June 2026📁 Kerzner International appointed Celine Assimon as Chief Commercial Officer to enhance its portfolio, including Atlantis, One&Only, SIRO, and Rare Finds brands, working globally from resorts to head office. Assimon, with over 20 years of leadership, held CEO roles at De Beers Jewellers, Forevermark, and De Grisogono, plus senior positions at Louis Vuitton and Piaget. CEO Philippe Zuber highlighted Assimon’s luxury sector expertise and innovation to elevate guest experiences and expand global presence.
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Future Hospitality Summit 2026 in Dubai Confirms 30 Industry Leaders as Speakers from September 29 to October 1
16 June 2026📅 Dubai, UAE, 16 June 2026: From 29 September to 1 October 2026, Madinat Jumeirah hosts the Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World. With the theme “Reinvest in our Future,” 30 industry leaders including Ho Kwon Ping and Sonu Shivdasani will discuss global hospitality trends. The summit attracts hospitality owners, operators, investors, developers, consultants, and educators. The speaker list is at https://www.futurehospitality.com/world/speakers, continuously updated. Ali Shahid, CEO of The Bench, emphasized the industry’s resilience.
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Langham Hospitality Group Appoints Josh Littman as Head of Development for EMEA to Expand Hotel Portfolio
8 June 2026💼 Josh Littman has been appointed head of development for Langham Hospitality Group’s EMEA region, based in London. He will focus on expanding the company’s hospitality brands, including The Langham, Cordis, Eaton, and Ying’nFlo. Littman brings over 20 years of experience, previously serving at Starwood Hotels and InterContinental Hotels Group. Langham operates or is developing over 40 hotels globally. The company’s growth strategy includes new openings like The Langham, Venice.
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Olson Kundig Designs One&Only Moonlight Basin in Montana, Blending Architecture with Spectacular Mountain Landscape
4 June 2026🏖 In Big Sky, Montana, Olson Kundig designed One&Only Moonlight Basin for hospitality developer Kerzner International, emphasizing its natural surroundings. The resort includes 73 guest rooms, 19 cabins, and 62 private homes with rustic and luxurious decor. Public spaces like Sky Lodge and restaurants such as Akira Back highlight local history and offer diverse dining experiences. The spa and fitness center complements this luxury resort, which balances Western spirit with design-led hospitality.
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Langham Hospitality Group Appoints Josh Littman as Head of Development for EMEA, Based in London
4 June 2026📈 Langham Hospitality Group has appointed Josh Littman as Head of Development – EMEA, based in London. Littman will focus on expanding across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He brings over 20 years of experience and previously worked at Starwood Hotels. Key projects include The Langham, Venice, and The Langham, Diriyah. His diverse background spans luxury to upscale segments, and he has collaborated with owners and investors globally, enhancing Langham’s growth strategy.
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Langham Hospitality Group Appoints Josh Littman as Head of Development for EMEA to Drive Expansion
1 June 2026🏨 Langham Hospitality Group appoints Josh Littman as head of development for EMEA, based in London, focusing on new hotel and residence contracts. Littman, with 20+ years in hospitality development, previously served as VP of development at Starwood Hotels. He contributed to the regional growth of Baccarat, 1 Hotels, and Treehouse Hotels. CEO Bob van den Oord highlights Littman’s expertise in luxury and upscale segments as key to expanding Langham’s portfolio with openings like The Langham, Venice and Diriyah.
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Kerzner to Open First French Alps Resort in 2030, Transforming Courcheneige Hotel in Courchevel 1850
13 May 2026🏖 France, 2030: Kerzner International will open its first French Alps resort in Courchevel 1850, transforming the former Courcheneige Hotel into a One&Only alpine resort. Located at the summit of Jardin Alpin, it offers ski-in/ski-out access to Bellecôte slope. The resort includes guest rooms, suites, private homes, and amenities like restaurants, a spa, and bars. This expansion follows their 2025 Montana opening, highlighting Kerzner’s growth in luxury mountain resorts.
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Kerzner International to Launch One&Only Resort in Courchevel 1850, French Alps by 2030
12 May 2026🏖 Kerzner International plans to open One&Only in Courchevel, the French Alps, in 2030. Located at Courchevel 1850 on the historic Courcheneige Hotel site, it will offer ski-in/ski-out access to the Bellecôte slope. The resort will feature guest rooms, suites, restaurants, bars, wellness facilities, event spaces, and private residences. Kerzner aims to enhance luxury hospitality in Courchevel’s exclusive market, continuing their global expansion following their Montana opening. Further details will be announced soon.
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Major Hotel Chains Launch New Brands Focused on Efficiency and Personalized Stays, But Critics Miss Unique Character
17 April 2026🏨 Spark by Hilton, SIRO by Kerzner, StudioRes, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy, Handwritten Collection by Accor, Noted Collection by IHG, and Series by Marriott are new hotel brands launched in recent years. They focus on essentials, fitness, efficiency, apartment-style stays, personality, moment-focused experiences, and personalized stays. While the industry emphasizes scalability and flexibility, there is a perceived lack of soul, personality, and distinct points of view in these new offerings.
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Mag HON 362-363: Kerzner International, the multi-brand luxury operator
14 January 2026🏨 One&Only boasts 14 ultra-luxury properties worldwide, catering to affluent travelers. Atlantis features 3 extravagant resorts in Dubai and Sanya, China, with a focus on entertainment and leisure. SIRO targets wellness and lifestyle enthusiasts, with locations in Dubai and Montenegro. Rare Finds, still growing, aims for culture-oriented experiences. Kerzner offers crafted, immersive hospitality, emphasizing personalization and authenticity, and maintains a controlled growth policy with geographic diversification and future trend orientation.
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Aethos appoints new group director of people and culture
27 November 2025📖 Aethos appoints Katherine Godsmark as group director of people and culture with over 15 years of experience in hospitality and operations. She previously led global people strategy at the Gap Partnership. Her role comes as Aethos expands internationally, including a new site in Shoreditch, London. CEO Lily Wecker supports Godsmark’s strategic vision, emphasizing global growth and team development. The company is strengthening its leadership for further expansion.
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Marriott marks a new milestone as the Saudi market accelerates
21 November 2025🏨 Marriott International reached 100 operational and pipeline properties in Saudi Arabia, signing a 1,100-room Courtyard by Marriott in Makkah with SEDCO Capital, set to open in 2030. The hotel will cover 4,500 sqm, part of the Masar development, and aligns with Saudi Vision 2030. Marriott operates 44 properties with over 11,000 rooms in Saudi Arabia, bolstered by religious tourism. Masar aims to host 30 million pilgrims annually, enhancing urban infrastructure.
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Kerzner to develop Atlantis and One&Only properties in Jeddah
17 November 2025🏠 Kerzner International and Midad Real Estate will develop Atlantis and One&Only properties in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Part of the Jeddah Central masterplan, these developments will be 30 minutes from Jeddah International Airport. The Atlantis Jeddah will feature 800 rooms, over 20 dining concepts, and Aquaventure Waterpark. The One&Only resort will include the brand’s first Private Homes in Saudi Arabia. Both projects emphasize sustainability and aim to elevate Jeddah’s global hospitality status.
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A Desert Reborn
11 November 2025🏖 LW Design revitalizes Dubai’s Bab Al Shams resort, blending heritage and modernity. Commissioned by Nakheel and Kerzner International, the transformation features adobe structures, intricate interiors, and a tranquil landscape designed by Square M. Guestrooms blend rustic concrete with modern comforts, while dining venues such as Zala, Anwa, and Al Hadeerah offer a fusion of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Sustainability is key, with reused furniture and regional art curated by Capsule Arts. The new design embodies a poetic harmony…
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One&Only Heads to New York’s Hudson Valley
25 September 2025🏠 Kerzner International, Nolan Reynolds International, and the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) are collaborating to open a One&Only resort in Hudson Valley, New York, by 2028. Set on a 21-acre site at CIA’s Hyde Park campus, it will feature 61 accommodations, including cabins and suites, and a Longevity Hub by Clinique La Prairie. The One&Only Private Homes collection will offer exclusive residences with chef’s kitchens. This follows the November opening of One&Only Moonlight Basin in Montana.
