Diageo Canceled Its Annual ‘Special Releases’ Whisky Series for 2026
This series began in 2001; it remains to be seen if it will return.
The Aman Rosa Alpina hotel reopens on 4 December in the Dolomites: a heated 20 m pool in the snow
The Aman Rosa Alpina hotel will reopen on 4 December 2026 in San Cassiano, in the Dolomites: 300 m from the Piz Sorega lift, a 1,684 m² spa, a cross-country ski stay, from €1,641 a night. The post The Aman Rosa Alpina hotel reopens on 4 December in the Dolomites: a heated 20 m pool in the snow first appeared on LRDH.
Modellus Novus Channels the Golden Age of Rail at Saverne
Chef Gabriel Kreuther’s new Alsatian brasserie draws on the craftsmanship of historic train travel across three distinct dining rooms
The Grand Hyatt The Red Sea opens in Saudi Arabia: 430 rooms and five pools on Shura Island
The Grand Hyatt The Red Sea opens on Shura Island, Saudi Arabia: 430 rooms, suites and villas, nine restaurants in time, a 750 m² spa, five pools, from around €465 a night. The post The Grand Hyatt The Red Sea opens in Saudi Arabia: 430 rooms and five pools on Shura Island first appeared on LRDH.
Venice’s newest boutique hotel is inside a 17th-century palazzo
Canarregio continues to get a glow-up with an intimate retreat in a boutique hotel hosted in a 17th Century Venetian Palazzo
Decanter magazine November 2026 issue and Spain guide: See what’s inside
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18 best restaurants in Budapest right now for a tasty trip
The very best fine dining, local eateries and tasty bakeries to visit on your next trip to Budapest
Qatar Travel Mart 2026 Returns to Doha for Its Fifth Edition
Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) will return to the Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC) from 7–9 December 2026, bringing together international travel and tourism professionals to explore new business opportunities and industry partnerships. Organized by NeXTfairs, the fifth edition will connect tourism boards,…
Fairmont New Orleans opens as brand’s 100th hotel worldwide
Reading Time: 3 minutesUS: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has returned to New Orleans after two decades, opening the brand’s 100th hotel globally.
8 best Afghan restaurants in London for your next culinary adventure
From decades-old family-run favourites to smart new openings, these are the London restaurants serving up some of Afghanistan’s most delicious dishes
30. The Upgrade | Weekly – The Hotel Booking Hunger Games
TikTok Shop, ShopMy, Stay22, Expedia, Your Travel Advisor, AI...May the odds be ever in your favor
Waldorf Astoria Just Opened a Luxe All-Suite Hotel in Malaysia. Here’s a Look Inside.
And it's the hotelier's first locale in the Asian country.
Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur in Photos
The all suite-hotel is home to 268 accommodations
Heritage design at The Connaught: the art of appearing unchanged
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Lindblad Nearing Fleet Expansion Deal
Lindblad Expeditions is close to finalizing plans to add ships to its fleet, CEO Natalya Leahy said on the company’s third quarter earnings call Tuesday, but she asked investors to wait a little longer for details. “As we talked about on the last couple of calls, we also work on adding ships to our fleet,”...
River Expeditions and Crucemundo Shipping Comes to Europe’s Rivers
River Expeditions, founded by expedition leader Jan Bryde, has announced a long-term vessel charter agreement ahead of its planned European debut in early 2028. The company has signed a long-term agreement with Crucemundo Shipping AG for the River Silence, a renovated ship to be renamed the River Expedition and…
The Klosterbräu hotel in Seefeld, Tyrol: a 1516 monastery saved from the flames reopens on 1 December
After the fire of 13 April 2026, the Klosterbräu hotel in Seefeld, a former 1516 monastery in Tyrol, will reopen on 1 December with more than €30m invested, 11 extra rooms and an adults-only spa. The post The Klosterbräu hotel in Seefeld, Tyrol: a 1516 monastery saved from the flames reopens on 1 December first…
IndiGo Confirms Flat Beds for Airbus A350s and A321XLRs
IndiGo is preparing lie-flat business class for future Airbus A350s and A321XLRs, as CEO Willie Walsh pushes premium expansion while passengers endure 11-hour flights in recliners on existing aircraft.
Hyatt hands its 370 Asia-Pacific hotels to Stephen Ho as David Udell steps down after 44 years
Stephen Ho will lead Hyatt in Asia-Pacific from 1 January 2027, taking over from David Udell, the first general manager of Park Hyatt Tokyo: 370 hotels and luxury openings to watch. The post Hyatt hands its 370 Asia-Pacific hotels to Stephen Ho as David Udell steps down after 44 years first appeared on LRDH.
Nick Jones says generosity is the future of luxury hospitality
The founder of Soho House and new London hotel St Clement, Nick Jones, argues that luxury hospitality has become too transactional
Introducing Lei Flat, a secret dining ‘apartment’ above a New York’s buzziest wine bar
The James Beard Award-winning bar in Chinatown just opened a cosy upstairs dining room. Here's what to expect
Lindblad Expeditions Reports 2026 Q3 Results
Lindblad Expeditions has reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026. Natalya Leahy, Chief Executive Officer, said “It has been an exciting quarter for us! With the acquisition of White Desert and the launch of Echo Charlie, we are opening a new chapter of growth, innovation and long-term…
Longevity science is remaking sports & athletes | Running faces a growth paradox | Sleeptech startup Ozlo raises $22M
Headlines in the Global Wellness Economy Global Wellness News™ | November 3rd, 2026 ‘It’s always about the player’: Longevity science and how it’s shaping the athletic landscape | Columbia Business School Wearables, gene editing, and epigenetic tests are reshaping sports. Speakers at Columbia Business School explain…
Rio, Bangkok and Tokyo lead travel demand for 2027
New data from eDreams Odigeo reveals where travellers will head in 2027, and how major cultural events will influence demand
AHEAD MEA 2026 winners announced
The winners of AHEAD MEA 2026 have been revealed at Bluewaters Forum, Dubai. Over 350 leading figures from the region’s […]
Plaza Premium to Open Sydney Airport Domestic Lounge in December
Access to Plaza Premium’s 113-seat Sydney Airport pay-per-use domestic lounge starts from AU$54. It’s launching as T2 finishes a AU$200 million rebuild
Niagara: A wine lover’s indispensable guide
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The big send-off: what to buy the gap year traveller in your life this Christmas
Collapsible bottles, crease-busting sprays, and airport-ready loungewear – our editors pick the most useful, space-smart gifts for life on the road
Miniview: Fairmont Cheshire – The Mere
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Skip the high street: the best Christmas gifts are hiding in Britain’s coolest hotels
A little piece of Britain's thriving luxury boutique hotel scene to enjoy at home
Minor Hotels Unveils Life Longevity, A Wellness Brand Built On Continuity Of Care
Minor Hotels has introduced Life Longevity, a new wellness brand that gathers its resort, city and residential offerings into a single longevity-led ecosystem. Announced from Bangkok in October 2026, the brand builds on Layan Life by Anantara at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort and is preparing to add its first urban…
Roger Betriu and Mark Sansom launch awards platform Sublime 100
Roger Betriu and Mark Sansom have unveiled Sublime 100, an ambitious global awards platform that aims to span and connect the worlds of bars, cafes, restaurants, hotels and nightclubs.