??Our highlights this week: ITW of Matthew Upchurch, CEO Virtuoso, focus on Los Cabos, Le Negresco's employer brand…
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This week, we're shining the spotlight on articles that dive deep into the heart of luxury hospitality ?
?? Matthew Upchurch, CEO of Virtuoso, shares insights on the irreplaceable value of human connection in luxury travel.
??The Luxury MICE Club Leaders launched 2025 in style with a glamorous gathering at Plaza Athénée.
?? Los Cabos welcomes a wave of luxurious new hotels, redefining opulent travel in Mexico.
??H?tel Negresco embarks on a transformative journey to redefine its employer brand.
?and so much more from luxury brands as Mandarin Oriental, Sofitel, Anantara...
This week, we published again the best of news from the luxury hospitality industry ?? Here's a selection of not-to-be-missed stories, chosen just for you ??
Tourism - Matthew Upchurch, CEO, Virtuoso: “The desire for authentic human connection is irreplaceable”
Matthew Upchurch is a true believer in the power of personal relationships, and the part they play in the success of luxury travel.
We are at the Virtuoso stand at ILTM 2024 in Cannes. Matthew Upchurch, Virtuoso's CEO, is a busy man, in demand, but he always manages to remain calm. He knows this show well. Twenty-two years ago, when he first attended this prestigious event, few would have predicted that the advisory profession - then seen as threatened by the rise of the internet - would survive and thrive in the digital age.
Event - Luxury Mice Club Leaders kick off 2025 in style
On Monday January 13, the fourth edition of the Luxury Mice Club Leaders took place at the Plaza Athénée for a round table discussion and meetings, interspersed with opera and a haute couture fashion show.
The fourth edition of the Luxury Mice Club Leaders was once again well attended, in the enchanting Salon Haute-Couture at the Plaza Athénée. This first quarterly meeting of 2025 for the club's partners and their potential buyers is an opportunity to exchange ideas on luxury sector themes: hotels and palaces, receptions, luxury cosmetics... Sonia ARAMA and Gerald Hampel , organizers and creators of the club, brought together over a hundred participants under the chandeliers of the Parisian palace's traditional ballroom.
Destination - Los Cabos welcomes a new wave of luxury hotels
How Los Cabos' latest luxury hotels are redefining high-end travel.
Los Cabos, Mexico, has long been a favoured destination for luxury travellers, but a wave of new openings and projects is set to redefine its opulent offerings. From iconic global brands introducing innovative designs to boutique properties steeped in cultural authenticity, the region is becoming an epicentre of high-end hospitality. Here's a look at the most exciting new and upcoming additions to Los Cabos' luxury hotel scene.
Event - HOTel & Spa 2025 Forum: Get the programme!
The talks will focus on the theme “True luxury is the freedom to choose”.
For 17 years, the Forum HOTel&SPA Paris has been the must-attend event for hotel and wellness professionals looking for the latest trends while strengthening their network.
Read this article by Asia Abadie
Career - Hotel Negresco redefines its values for an employer brand driven by expertise
The legendary hotel in Nice has embarked all its teams on a new journey, positioning its values as a shared foundation, serving both the guest experience and the employee experience.
The iconic pink-domed silhouette of H?tel Le Negresco standing proudly on the Promenade des Anglais in Nice represents much more than a luxury destination. Under the leadership of General Manager Lionel SERVANT and human resources director Valérie Nyul , the 110-year-old grande dame has undertaken an ambitious transformation of its corporate culture.
Career - The Salon de l'Emploi Saisonnier H?tellerie-Restauration returns to Courchevel on Tuesday, February 5
With the winter season in full swing in the resorts, hotels are already gearing up for summer recruitment.
Read this article by Romane Le Royer
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Accor announces record growth and strategic expansion for Sofitel, Sofitel Legend, MGallery and Emblems
Paris, France – With about 120 索菲特酒店 properties, more than 120 boutique hotels under MGallery, and a growing portfolio of Emblems Collection ’ bespoke destinations, the Group reports a record growth in 2024 with close to 90 hotels signed in the pipeline to be opened in the coming years under those magnificent brands.
Mandarin Oriental announces new luxury Resort and Residences at Esencia in Boquerón Bay, Puerto Rico
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Ltd., design hotels Ag, adidas AG, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises GmbH is set to manage a new luxury resort and branded residences on Puerto Rico's breathtaking southwestern coast at Boquerón Bay in Cabo Rojo.
Mandarin Oriental Esencia, Puerto Rico is expected to open in 2028 and will be the Group’s third property in the Caribbean, further strengthening its presence in the region. The project is part of Esencia, a new cosmopolitan coastal community owned and developed by Reuben Brothers and Three Rules Capital.
Minor Hotels on track to surpass 850 properties by 2027
Refined brand architecture, experiential luxury expertise and a focus on branded residences drive continued expansion as group reveals latest global pipeline figures.
Minor Hotels is stepping into 2025 on a strong growth trajectory, underpinned by a robust pipeline of almost 300 new hotels slated to open over the next three years.
The return of a landmark: Rosewood Amsterdam's Palace of Justice pays homage to Dutch excellence. Reservations now open
Located in the heart of the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal District, Rosewood Amsterdam is now accepting reservations for stays starting June 1st, 2025.
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Hyatt continues brand-focused evolution with appointment of Javier Aguila as global all-inclusive portfolio leader - Read more
Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel appoints Jurgen Ammerstorfer, MBA as General Manager -Read more
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