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🌍 Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts will open two new locations in 2026: the Four Seasons Resort Shura Island in the Red Sea and the renovated Four Seasons Hotel Danieli in Venice, featuring suites overlooking the Grand Canal. The Shura Island project, part of the Red Sea Project, offers 200 sustainable rooms and villas. British Airways will launch direct flights to Jeddah and Venice, enhancing access to these luxury destinations.

🏨 Hilton plans to open the Hilton Lopud Beach Resort & Spa in 2027 on Croatia's Lopud Island, near Dubrovnik. This eco-luxury resort will feature natural materials, green technologies, and a sustainable design. Guests can enjoy a panoramic spa, private beach houses, water sports, cycling, and yacht rentals, with direct connections to Dubrovnik. The resort aims to become a high-profile hospitality icon in the Adriatic region.

🏠 Pacini Group unveils Palazzo Rota – Luxury Apartments with six apartments in San Marco, Venice, ranging from 50 to 80 sqm, each named after a Lagoon island. Originally a textile mill, the 14th-century building has transformed over the years. Interiors by Studio Marco Piva blend contemporary design with Venetian heritage, featuring Rubelli fabrics and Carlo Scarpa-inspired finishes. Emidio Pacini emphasizes luxury through respecting roots. Each apartment offers modern comforts and historical elements.

🏨 May 2026, Mykonos, Greece: BWH Hotels Italy and South-East Europe welcomes the Collini Hotel Mykonos into the WorldHotels Elite collection. This marks the first Greek affiliation since BWH took the lead in Southeast Europe. Located in Fanari, the hotel offers exclusive sea-view suites, some with private jacuzzis or plunge pools. Owner Carmine Rotondaro highlights the deepened partnership with BWH Hotels, while the group surpasses ten WorldHotels properties in a few months.

🏨 UNA Italian Hospitality expands in Tuscany with UNA Hotels Monterufoli Wine Country, raising its Italy locations to 59. Located between Val di Cecina and Val di Cornia, it features three buildings with nine rooms and six apartments. Amenities include a restaurant, wine shop, cooking classes, and a 50-person event space. Guests can enjoy poolside relaxation, guided wine tours, and trekking. CEO Giorgio Marchegiani emphasizes a focus on comfort, tradition, and connection to Tuscany's nature and history.

🛳 Rephouse introduces Variety Cruise, a brand with a 75-year heritage under Greek ownership. It features boutique yachts, each with a maximum of 36 cabins for 72 passengers. From May to October, guests can explore six Mediterranean itineraries, including Italy's coast and Greek islands. Year-round routes cover Seychelles, Tahiti, and French Polynesia, while Cape Verde, West Africa, and the Senegal River offer seasonal journeys. Cruises range from 3 to 10 days, with sea extensions available.

🏠 THDP studio designed the new 1919 Restaurant, winter garden, and relaxation room at Terme di Saturnia. Located in Italy, this project is a standout architectural addition by THDP. Announced on October 22, 2025, it enhances the experience by overlooking the thermal spring. The design integrates modern aesthetics with natural elements, creating a serene ambiance for visitors seeking relaxation and culinary excellence.

🏨 Milano and Rome are highlighted in the Due Chiavi Michelin awards for luxury hotels. Notable entries include Mandarin Oriental Milan, Four Seasons Hotel Milano, and Portrait Milano. In Rome, The St. Regis Rome, Hotel de Russie, and Orient Express La Minerva stand out. Tuscany and Sicily also receive accolades, with Castelfalfi, Il Borro, ADLER Spa Resort Sicilia, and Villa Igiea as highlights. The Lefay Resort & Spa Dolomiti and Forestis Dolomites offer sustainable nature experiences in the Dolomites.

🏨 Novotel, part of the Accor group, debuts in Malta with a new hotel in Gżira. The Novotel Malta Sliema features 293 rooms, a rooftop infinity pool, a jacuzzi, and a spa. Novotel operates over 600 hotels in 60+ countries, planning 180 new openings. Managed by St Group, the hotel aligns with Novotel's sustainability efforts, including a 2024 partnership with WWF for ocean conservation. All hotels participate in the All Accor loyalty program.

🍺 Giacosa 1815 in Florence is revitalized by Gruppo Valenza, reopening near its original location since 2019. The venue offers Giacosa Negroni and Amaro al Negroni, both modern twists on classics. Merchandise includes brass monogram pins and leather coasters. Located at via della Spada 15/R, these items are also available online. Giacosa 1815 received 1 PIN from The Pinnacle Guide, recognizing it as one of the world's top bars.