Resorts
Hyatt brings new luxury hot spring brand ATONA to Japan
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Kiraku, Inc. are opening properties in Yufu, Yakushima, and Hakone under the modern hot spring ryokan (Japanese-style inn) brand, ATONA. The ATONA brand was announced in 2022 under a joint venture between a Hyatt affiliate and Kiraku, a Japanese company dedicated to preserving valuable assets for future generations. The first ATONA ryokans are slated to open in 2026 across some of Japan’s top hot spring destinations and areas of natural beauty. “Hyatt is a leading global hospitality company that is synonymous with elevated contemporary luxury. Aside...
Southeast Asian hotel giant expands portfolio to Caribbean
Last week, at an official launch event in Punta Cana, attended by the Vice Minister for Tourism and the Indonesian Ambassador, Archipelago International opened its first corporate office in the Dominican Republic and announced the signing of multiple management agreements in the Dominican Republic and Mexico. Archipelago International, based in Indonesia, currently has more than 270 operating hotels (45,000 rooms) and a pipeline of more than 80 hotels (16,000 rooms) across 15 countries and five continents. "Since opening our first resort in the region in 2019, Grand Aston...
Nickelodeon Orlando coming to Kissimmee in 2026
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Orlando is opening in 2026 in Kissimmee, Florida. This resort will be located in the Everest Place development and expertly operated by Lion Star Hospitality Inc., the exclusive US licensee for Karisma Hotels & Resorts, welcoming guests to explore a world of limitless fun and boundless opportunity. Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Orlando will showcase uniquely themed accommodations, including 400 suites inspired by iconic characters and ensuring epic experiences. Guests will have the opportunity to interact with Nickelodeon's globally beloved...
Royalton Antigua Chic joins Marriott Bonvoy
The newly opened Royalton CHIC Antigua, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only is the 33rd property to be a part of the All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy portfolio. This marks a significant enhancement to Marriott International’s footprint in the Caribbean, offering guests an elevated adults-only all-inclusive vacation in Antigua with the distinguished charm that Autograph Collection hotels are known for. Nestled on the pristine coastline of Antigua, and just 15 minutes from V.C. Bird International Airport, the Royalton CHIC Antigua features 235 beautifully...
Hyatt Centric brand comes to Puerto Rico
Hyatt Hotels Corporation in collaboration with Interlink and Vivo Beach Club has announced plans for the first Hyatt Centric branded hotel in Puerto Rico. Hyatt Centric San Juan Isla Verde will be located in the buzzy Isla Verde neighbourhood, one block away from Isla Verde Beach and walking distance to restaurants, shopping, historical landmarks and nightlife. The hotel is currently undergoing an ambitious $25 million dollar enhancement project to renovate all guestrooms, suites and public spaces, which will be inspired by Puerto Rico’s enchanted landscape, embracing a fusion of the...
Hotels.com unveils program highlighting app’s top 1%
Hotels.com has unveiled “Perfect Somewheres” 2024, a first-of-its-kind program celebrating a selection of the top 1% of hotels on the Hotels.com app. Unlike other travel awards, Hotels.com Perfect Somewheres are based on a data-driven approach evaluating how hotels treat guests, with nearly 200 American hotels recognized on the list. Winning hotels were selected based on proprietary guest experience data, which factors in traveler reviews, interactions with staff and ratings on property facilities, and condition. Select winning hotels are VIP Access partners, meaning they offer...
Wyndham & Decameron team up to expand all-inclusive offerings
Wyndham Rewards members can now access more all-inclusive offerings than ever before, including nine new resorts across Mexico, Panama and Jamaica, thanks to a newly formed alliance between Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts. "Whether it's a honeymoon or a family vacation, all-inclusive resorts take the stress out of getting away, bundling virtually every aspect of the trip into one single price," said Gustavo Viescas, president, Latin America and the Caribbean, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. "It's what makes all-inclusives a beloved...
Hyatt has plans for 30+ properties in Latin America
World of Hyatt guests and members will soon have more than 30 new hotels to consider in Latin America & the Caribbean. Through 2027, Hyatt is committed to expanding its brand presence in new and exciting destinations throughout the region. "Hyatt's brand growth in Latin America & the Caribbean is fueled by robust travel across all customer segments and our effective execution of an asset-light strategy, including the 2021 acquisition of Apple Leisure Group," said Camilo Bolaños, senior vice president of development for Latin America & the Caribbean at Hyatt. "Since...