Oz Akgun, CEO of Limo Miami, recently received the highest honor in the hospitality industry during the prestigious Hospitality Leadership Awards Night, hosted by the Greater Miami Beaches and Hotel Association. This esteemed recognition, awarded to trailblazers in hospitality, celebrates Oz’s visionary leadership and innovative efforts in seamlessly blending luxury transportation with exceptional guest experiences.

The Bower Coronado is now accepting reservations for its eagerly awaited grand opening on February 28, 2025. Nestled on the tranquil grounds of what was once a historic Japanese tea garden, this boutique hotel introduces a unique and intimate retreat on Coronado Island. Featuring 39 meticulously crafted rooms, The Bower draws inspiration from the Japanese wabi-sabi philosophy, celebrating beauty in simplicity and imperfection. With its use of natural materials and serene design elements, the hotel reimagines luxury as a harmonious and understated experience. Conveniently situated just across the bridge from downtown San Diego and steps away from one of America’s most iconic beaches, The Bower provides a serene escape within reach of San Diego’s top attractions.

Capella Hotel Group has unveiled ambitious expansion plans for 2025, focusing on partnerships with acclaimed architects and designers who seamlessly integrate heritage and contemporary luxury. The group’s upcoming portfolio includes Capella properties in Taipei (March), Macau (second quarter), and Kyoto (fourth quarter), as well as the debut of a Patina hotel in Osaka (April). Each destination exemplifies groundbreaking design, creating gateways to immersive cultural experiences.

Nestled in the picturesque heart of St. Moritz, Switzerland, Badrutt’s Palace Hotel has stood as a symbol of elegance and opulence since its founding in 1896. Perched above the serene Lake St. Moritz, this legendary property effortlessly marries timeless tradition with modern sophistication, offering an exceptional retreat for both winter and summer travelers.

IHG Hotels & Resorts is ushering the Crowne Plaza brand into an exciting new chapter in Australia with the grand opening of two exceptional properties in December 2024. The debut of Crowne Plaza Adelaide Mawson Lakes and Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport signals the start of an ambitious expansion plan, which includes the launch of five additional Crowne Plaza hotels over the coming year.

Singapore’s global hospitality leader, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), has proudly launched lyf Shibuya Tokyo, marking its third lyf-branded property in Japan. This follows the successful openings of lyf Tenjin Fukuoka in June 2021 and lyf Ginza Tokyo in November 2023. Staying true to the lyf brand’s ethos of fostering social connections and experiential living, lyf Shibuya Tokyo promises a dynamic community-focused stay in one of Tokyo’s most vibrant districts.

Slated to open in spring 2025, the Heritage & Resort Hotel Monumenti in Pula represents the grand finale of the ambitious Sv. Katarina-Monumenti development. This remarkable project, spearheaded by Kermas Istra d.o.o., a joint venture between LNS Tourism Ltd. of Malta and Emma Sigma from Cyprus, has seen an investment of over €85 million, with €35 million dedicated solely to the hotel.

Radisson Hotel Group is thrilled to unveil its latest addition in West Africa, the Radisson Blu Hotel, Conakry. Nestled in the vibrant Kipé neighborhood, this remarkable beachfront destination combines contemporary elegance with mesmerizing ocean views, establishing a new standard of luxury and sophistication in Guinea’s bustling capital.

Accor, a global leader in hospitality, is set to introduce two high-end resorts in Goa, India, in collaboration with the Dangayach Group. These projects, Raffles Goa Shiroda and Fairmont Goa Shiroda, mark a significant milestone in Accor’s expansion in India, promising unmatched luxury in the vibrant tropical destination. Both resorts are scheduled to open by 2030.

Hilton has announced an exciting collaboration with Parks Hospitality Holdings to introduce a Conrad Hotels & Resorts property in Los Cabos. Scheduled to debut in 2027, Conrad Los Cabos promises to redefine luxury and resort living in Mexico’s Baja California Sur, a region celebrated for its stunning desert landscapes, pristine beaches, and dramatic mountain scenery. This property will mark the first Conrad hotel in the Baja California Peninsula, expanding Hilton’s portfolio, which already includes eight properties in the area.