More hotels are choosing to 'deflag' or break away from branded chains, opting for independence.
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IHG Hotels & Resorts introduces Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection, in San Francisco
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is proud to welcome Hotel Spero to Vignette Collection, a family of one-of-a-kind hotels in destinations to remember. Perched just steps from San Francisco's iconic Union Square and the Theater District, this latest addition to IHG's fast growing luxury and lifestyle portfolio, owned by an affiliate of Fairwood Capital and operated by Aperture Hotels, marks the … [Read More...]

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SH Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans to rebrand under the Starwood Hotels name. The change will mean the revival of a hotel group name previously familiar to many travellers, until Starwood Hotels was acquired by Marriott in 2016. Barry Sternlicht, CEO of SH Hotels & Resorts, revealed he had reclaimed the brand name in media interviews at the end of January 2025. Sternlicht was … [Read More...]

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Dedicated to supporting sustainable development of the local community, Nepalese eco-luxury resort, The Pavilions Himalayas, alongside its NGO arm, Right4Children (R4C), has spent over a decade supporting and implementing charitable, community initiatives in the Pokhara region. The latest annual impact report* from R4C details the extent of their work over the … [Read More...]

New conferencing venue at Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort
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Illuminating Luxury: How Bespoke Lighting Transforms SO/ Uptown Dubai
Dubai’s skyline is a canvas of innovation, where every new architectural marvel aims to redefine luxury. The recently unveiled SO/ Uptown Dubai Hotel is no exception. Bold, eclectic, and unapologetically avant-garde, this design-driven property pulsates with energy. At the heart of its captivating ambience is bespoke lighting, enhancing its unique character. The Art of Bespoke … [Read More...]