Fairmont Hotels & Resorts unveils grand renovations
Chris Bown
08 Sep 2025
Around the world, Accor’s luxury Fairmont hotels are enjoying a series of upgrades to ensure they continue to deliver great guest experiences
Around the world, Accor’s luxury Fairmont hotels are enjoying a series of upgrades to ensure they continue to deliver great guest experiences
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Vista unveils Vista Ostuni, a restored 14th-century palazzo hotel in Puglia, offering refined luxury, Mediterranean gardens, and curated local experiences
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation demonstrates strong growth in early 2025 by signing 31 new franchise agreements and opening 10 hotels
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Hyatt has launched its Unbound Collection in Thailand, with the signing of hotels in Bangkok and Hua Hin
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Marriott has signed a six hotel deal with Indian developer Brigade Hotel Ventures, as it looks to expand its presence in India
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Minor Hotels opens its first property in Peru with nhow Lima, a vibrant new hotel in Miraflores that fuses bold design, local culture, and culinary innovation
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