Category Archives: Destination Spotlights

What’s New in Scandinavia? The Famous Britannia Hotel Reopened in 2019 The famous and prestigious Britannia Hotel in Trondheim, Norway, reopened in 2019. It first opened its glamorous doors in 1870 and became the gathering point of visiting dignitaries and Trondheim residents. Kings, queens, world famous explorers, politicians, actors and aristocracy have all resided here. […]

What’s New in Hawai’i? The Four Seasons Lāna’i at Kō’ele is expected to reopen in early 2020 following its closure in January 2015. The Princeville Kaua’i Resort (formerly known as the St. Regis Princeville) is anticipated to undergo an extensive renovation and reopen as the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay in 2022. Mauna Lani Auberge Resorts […]

    What’s New in Spain? Madrid´s Hotel Scene is Booming! The Spanish capital is firmly establishing itself as one of the world’s leading destinations by doubling its premium accommodations in 2019 and 2020. Eight new high-end projects have been approved in Madrid´s city center in the past few years which will add 1,200 rooms […]

What’s New in England? Hard Rock Hotel is Now Open! The much-anticipated Hard Rock Hotel is now open, located in the center of London at the junction of Hyde Park and Europe’s longest shopping street. With over 900 rooms, it has the capacity for large incentive groups and uniquely features a stage in the lobby […]

What’s New in Italy? Hotel De La Ville in Rome Opens May 2019 Rocco Forte Hotels has opened a modern-day icon atop the Spanish Steps where Hotel De La Ville both embodies and overlooks life in the Eternal City. The confluence of classical Roman romance and contemporary cool, sweeping city views, lively drinking and dining […]

What’s New in Israel? Luxury Hotels to Enjoy • Setai Hotel Jaffa, Tel Aviv: This 5 Star Luxury hotel, part of the Setai hotel chain, features 120 luxury rooms situated around a central  courtyard. Other amenities include a restored Turkish hamam (bath) and an infinity rooftop pool overlooking the Tel Aviv skyline. • Jaffa Hotel, […]

What’s New in Portugal? Rosa Mota Pavilion in Porto has a Fresh Look This June, work will be completed on a two-year renovation of the Rosa Mota Pavilion. The city of Porto will now have a space equipped with the most modern technologies to host a variety of cultural, sports and business events. The updated […]

What’s New in Scotland? Thinking of Scotland? Think Whisky! Perhaps one of the first things that comes to mind when thinking of Scotland is whisky! A visit to Scotland is not complete without a distillery experience and a dram (or two) of whisky. The Maccallan in Aberlour launched its new distillery and visitor center in […]

What’s New in Germany? New 5-star Hotel in Munich The Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor, by Hyatt, just opened its doors in the trendy area of Schwabing. The property’s 277 guest rooms, over 6,500 square feet of event space, the Lonely Broccoli restaurant, and M’Uniqo, Munich’s highest bar and roof-top terrace, offer new choices for sophisticated […]

What’s New in Brazil?  BREAKING NEWS! Starting June 17, 2019, visitors who are citizens of the U.S., Canada, Japan and Australia will no longer need a visa to enter Brazil. Whatever the reason to visit Brazil, this no-visa policy applies. The new law, passed by the Brazilian government, allows citizens of these countries to visit […]