Destination trends: Where’s hot in 2019?
Find out the top ten destinations planners are booking for luxury events this year, according to our exclusive research…
IHG expands luxury footprint with Six Senses acquisition
The consolidation in the high-end hotel market continues with the announcement that IHG has snapped up luxury lifestyle Six Senses brand in a $300m deal.
Corinthia plans new luxury hotel in Moscow
The luxury hotel brand is expanding its presence in the Russian luxury hotel market with plans for a new Moscow property, which will be its second hotel in Russia.
Experience This… Arabian Adventures night safari
Arabian Adventures is offering a daily chance to get up close and personal with the desert wildlife of Dubai during the longer Winter months.
Checking In… Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo
With a history dating back to 1864, the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo has been welcoming guests for over 150 years and this year reopens following a four-year renovation programme.
60 seconds with… Concepts Collection’s Richard Holt
Originally from the UK, Richard trained initially in the sports and leisure and hospitality industry before embarking on a career that has seen him self-employed for over 20 years establishing, managing and consulting to several successful businesses.
Rosewood to reopen Hawaii’s Kona Village Resort
Hawaii is set to welcome its first Rosewood hotel with the luxury brand revealing it has been appointed to manage the iconic Kona Village when it reopens following a major renovation.
Experience this… foodie delights in Zanzibar
Zuri Zanzibar opened its doors in July last year and foodies looking to embrace the flavours of this exotic destination need look no further for a base to enjoy the culinary flavours that define the country’s cuisine.
Checking in… Life House, Little Havana
Design Hotels has announced its first Miami member, with Little Havana Miami, the first property by fledgling hospitality disruptor, Life House.
Checking in… L’Apogee Courcheval
This gorgeous Alpine retreat is just the tonic for those looking to escape a city winter and venture out on to the French Alps for some ski and apres ski.
Experience this… COMO’s plantation trail
Cultural experiences abound at COMO Hotels & Resorts and a number of bucket list experiences have been added for 2019.
Living the dream in Monaco
By Powwow Events founder & director Amanda Edgcumbe
I have just returned from the most wonderful familiarisation trip hosted by Lafayette Group DMC, Cliveden, Columbus Monte Carlo, Visit Monaco, and the Fairmont Monte Carlo.
Southern Africa spotlight
Southern Africa is one of the hottest regions for events and incentives in 2019 according to our recent inSPIRE survey. We caught up with Mike Waller, CEO of DMC Dragonfly Africa, to get the lowdown on why its so popular….
Mondrian London rebrands as Sea Containers London
Mondrian London has rebranded as Sea Containers London and will now be managed by Lore Group as part of its collection of independent hotels.
Puento Romano unveils 100 new ways to experience Andalusia
Luxury Marbella resort Puente Romano has launched collection of bespoke adventures, from behind-the-scenes sherry tastings to VIP ski trips.
Checking in… The Apurva Kempinski Bali
Kempinski Hotels is set to redefine its own very high standards of luxury this February with the launch of The Apurva Kempinski Bali, a luxury retreat that embraces Indonesian culture, art and heritage, set in the Nusa Dua area of Bali.
Experience this… Tee and Whisky at the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh
Treat yourself to a luxurious break in the historic city of Edinburgh and book yourself a stay and the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian, an opulent institution renowned for its idyllic setting and views on to Edinburgh Castle.
Experience this… Gastronomy at The Goring
As the temperature drops in the capital, where better to treat yourself to a cosy lunch than London’s last remaining family-owned luxury hotel. The Goring is something of a grand English institution and service and home comforts are taken very seriously indeed, along with an undeniable sense of British wit.
60 seconds with… cievents’ Basia Dudziak
“My innate love of travel and adventure made a career in the meetings and events industry a natural choice for me. Although, like many of my industry colleagues, I initially ‘fell into’ it, I quickly realised this was the right path for me,” says Basia Dudziak, Key Account Manager at cievents.
Monaco’s new meetings hub
Exciting developments are afoot in the heart of Monaco, host destination to inVOYAGE 2019, with news that Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer (SBM) is to launch a new business tourism hub right on Casino Square.