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According to tourism and hospitality experts, there will be uncertainties in 2022 as international travelers offset the loss of travel time, with a 52% growth in tourists thinking that they need to get somewhere over the last year. The research outlines projections for traveling in 2022 and how people would rekindle their chance to travel in the coming year.   Traveling as a form of self-care Going away on a trip will become a key means of self in 2022, more so than physical activity or mindful meditation, with over 3-quarter of U.S. travelers (76 percent) admitting that travel enhances their emotional and mental wellbeing over other types of relaxation time.   Creating another Out-of-Office Policy When the epidemic struck, houses across countries became workplaces, and the uniqueness of working from home became apparent. Even so, in 2022, there will be an increase in people wanting to reclaim control to solidly re-establish a positive work-rest harmony, as vacation will be rigidly work-free just for more than three-quarters of U.S. travelers (76 percent), and that isn't always the circumstance in 2021 when home and remote job lives were blurred.   Prioritizing the Community Because the movement was slowed in many regions due to limitations, the epidemic compelled everyone to take advantage of locally available resources. Bonds with the community were renewed due to patronizing individually operated companies and spending more hours than before at the local park. Travelers will aim to be more aware of every trip made in 2022 to guarantee their influence on the local neighborhood is beneficial. They seek to engage honestly with the local community while on vacation. Photo credits Mali Maeder

Rosewood Villa Magna, Madrid, will reopen on November 7, 2021. This will be the 4th Rosewood in Europe after Rosewood London, Rosewood Castiglion, and Hotel de Crillon. Many other Rosewood hotels in Europe are being planned to open, such as Rosewood Vienna in 2022 and Rosewood Amsterdam, Rosewood Munich, Rosewood Rome, and Rosewood Venice, all to be completed by 2023.   Location The Rosewood Villa Magna is situated in Paseo de la Castellana 22. It is a 12-15 minutes’ drive away from Madrid Airport and only a 6-7 minutes’ drive from Prado Museum. You can also visit the Calle Serrano, which is well known for its excellent restaurants and shops.   Rooms and Suites The property features 154 rooms and suites starting with the basic deluxe room. You can also stay in the Grand Premier Castellana room, where you will get two queen beds and stunning panoramic views of Paseo de Castellana Boulevard.  The piece de la resistance of this hotel is the brand-new rooftop suite. Along with its master bedroom, another bedroom, two bathrooms, a living room, and dining room, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the terrace—an office, a sauna, and a gym.   Virtuoso Benefits and Opening Offers Virtuoso members can enjoy some of the delightful advantages at Rosewood Villa Magna: Upgrade upon arrival;  Daily breakfast for two persons per room; 100USD deposit to use throughout the stay, towards food & beverage, outlets, or spa services; Fruits and bottled water during check-in. Photo credits Rosewood Hotels and Resorts

According to a press release from Auberge Resorts Group, the first batch of 70 "vineyard residences" at Napa's Stanly Ranch hotel are now available for sale. Legendary Stanly Ranch is residence to Auberge Resorts Collection's newest destination, has over 700 acres of undulating vineyards, longhorn steer, eucalyptus trees, and walking and bicycling paths. A once-in-a-lifetime ownership chance characterized by exceptional services and facilities, a breathtaking natural backdrop, and unrivaled access to winemaking country living waiting. The residences, part of a collection of nine, are valued in the high $4 million brackets. According to project coordinator Chris Crosby, the start of sales took a bit longer than projected. The resort and residences were scheduled to open in 2021, but "it has been a problem with all of the unexpected turns we've all had to deal with in the last 18 months," he said. "We're in an excellent ability to implement first quarter of the upcoming year," he says. The Villas' product prices have yet to be published, according to Crosby. Nevertheless, because Villas are linked and have smaller sizes, they will be less expensive than the Vineyard Villas. "Stanly Ranch is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to pursue the Napa Valley ideal and engage in a comprehensive well-being style in conjunction with the earth," said Randy Nichols, founder and president of builder The Nichols Partnerships. The Villas feature a contemporary Napa farmhouse architecture situated against a backdrop of Italian cypress trees and olive trees. These wide two-bedroom houses surround the lodge lavender ring with glimpses of the Mayacamas Peaks viewed through the orchards and are infused with the resort's vitality, accessibility, and spirit.   Photo credits Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collections LLC

Rosewood São Paulo would be situated in the central Cidade Matarazzo, a trendy project with residential properties, high-end boutiques, and concert venues that will be turned from a collection of exquisite architecture back in the early twentieth century.  Alexandre Allard, a businessman who previously assisted in the revival of the Houses of Balmain, is developing the project. Leading global talents such as Pritzker award-winning designer Philippe Starck, architect Jean Nouvel, and legendary Brazilian artists Saint-Clare Cemin and Beatriz Milhazes contribute to this project alongside Rosewood and Allard. Rosewood S. Paulo would include 151 rooms and 114 landlord's suites, all of which would be housed in an elevated park designed by Nouvel. A caviar lounge and a bar will supplement two restaurants, one of which will be positioned on a balcony overlooking the gorgeous hotel gardens.  Two pools will be available, one on the top and the other placed within the beautiful grounds, as well as a huge spa featuring six treatment areas and a fitness center. The hotel guests would also have access to the project's adjacent screening room, music studio, and luxury retail establishments.   The site will have 100,000 sq. ft of convention and conference rooms. As in the premises of Rosewood São Paulo, there is a listed marriage chapel for big occasions. Its traditional architecture will be preserved, but a new colored glass display will be commissioned.   "As Paulo evolves into one of the world's fastest-growing places, Rosewood will infuse this classified as follows with a vibrant Brazilian spirit." We're thrilled to be able to give this historic structure a new outlook on life, and we hope it's going to be a source of joy and festivity."

Hilton Hotels has been ranked #3 on the list of the top 25 companies of the World’s Best Workplaces. For the sixth year in a row the Fortune magazine and Great Place to Work pick the company for its culture, benefits, and inclusive environment provided for the Hilton team members.  As per Chris Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton, the company aims to build a culture that supports its employees at every step of their personal and professional journeys. Hilton also provides attractive benefits to both hourly and salaried staff, including expanded parental leave, adoption assistance, and extended bereavement leave. Hilton also started a support campaign for Team Members’ mental wellness, providing new tools and resources, and leaning on Hilton’s established culture of well-being.  Hilton was also named the top place to work in Argentina, Canada, China, Germany, Turkey, and the U.K., with a workforce spanning nearly 136,805 people across 119 countries and territories.

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts chain already having 15 curated resorts are known to expand them with 11 new properties until 2025. It is known that the development will be seen in North America, the Caribbean, North Africa, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.  With 49 open hotels and 29 more in the pipeline, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts offer a leisure experience and are aiming to offer the same cherished traditions to some most beguiling destinations in the world. Their mission is to expand the brand by providing some extraordinary resort experiences from Sanya to Los Cabos and Riviera Maya to Marrakech. It is expected that St. Regis Kanai Resort will be debuted by 2022 in Mexico. It will feature 124 guestrooms and suites along with 32 exclusive villas having private pools. While the St. Regis Los Cabos, located on Quivira, will offer 120 rooms with 60 residences having three dining experiences, a beach club, a golf course, and a spa. The brand also plans to grow its presence in Qatar and Oman in 2022, featuring signature Arabesque style and local cultural flair. By 2025, St. Regis is expected to launch Sanya Haitang Bay Resort in China and St. Regis Marrakech Resort in Morocco. Photo credits Blue Arauz

The Woodward, the recent addition to the Oetker Collection's acquisition of "Magnum Opus Hotels," is officially open. The property, which has only 26 rooms, is positioned on Lake Geneva, with glimpses of the ocean and Mont Blanc. The post-Haussmann-style structure, which dates from 1901, was renovated by architecture and interior decorator BEA SA and Pierre-Yves Rochon architects. Accommodations Each of Woodward's 26 residences has a unique design. The Luxury Hotel offers spectacular views from every room, as well as a personal dining room and pergola, and the Imperial Suite, which is reached by an exclusive elevator and built to mimic a Parisian apartment, is the gem in the crown. Wellness The Guerlain Spa at The Woodward is described as Geneva's "brand new, premier wellness destination" by Oetker Collection. The Guerlain Spa, which was also the first one in Switzerland, contains six spa treatments, one of which is a double room, all of them having a white onyx basin and an Italian shower.  Gastronomy Le Jardinier and L'Atelier Robuchon, two Michelin-starred restaurants in New York, are among the hotel's gastronomic offerings. L'Atelier Robuchon features an open cuisine concept and two pre-dining rooms with 36 seats around a counter. Likewise, Le Jardinier serves gourmet dishes that showcase French cooking methods, emphasizing small sources and vegetables purchased within 90 miles of the restaurant. Explore Geneva The bustling, energetic city provides visitors with memorable attractions like the Plainpalais market, a booming cocktail scene, and Carouge's artisanal workshops. It's worth noting for watch enthusiasts: The Patek Philippe Museum is regarded as one of the best horology museums globally, with exhibits spanning five centuries of timepiece history. Photo credits Donald Tong

Accor has announced that the company is joining the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance. The hospitality group enrolls with more than ten thousand food and beverage venues and five thousand properties around 110 countries.  The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance is an international union that helps bring affianced hospitality companies together and utilizes the combined power of the industry to deal with major problems faced by the world and its inhabitants. Accor has been one of the leading companies in developing extended tourist experiences since its formation in 1967. Since then, it has been investing in innovations to facilitate hospitality experiences that have a lesser impact on the environment. In 2011, as part of Accor's current CSR approach, the company recognized 21 business actions where noteworthy upgrading could be implemented and set guidelines for assessable procedures and goals. Their objectives include reducing energy and water utilization, a shift towards carbon-neutral buildings, and encouragement of better and sustainable food with a strong cut back on food wastage. The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance compels joint action and offers realistic courses to facilitate the wider business with foremost hospitality companies and planned associates to function dutifully and develop sustainably. They bring new things and look for new spots of enhancement. The Alliance's associates make-up 25% of the international hotel business by rooms and collect 14 leading hotel companies globally. Partners and industry leaders are united in a conviction that working alongside can accomplish more for humanity and the environment.    Photo credits Andrea Piacquadio

The luxurious hotel chain growing within Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Oman, Shaza Hotels, has opened Mysk Moon Retreat in Sharjah. And it is set to become one of the most prominent destinations for desert adventure seekers, being an ideal destination for travelers who love exploring and immersing in nature. The hotel is located between the dunes of the Al-Faya mountains and Mleiha district in Sharjah. The Moon Retreat is a must-to-go destination when visiting Sharjah, as it showcases the cultural and traditional heritage of the emirate. Mysk Moon Retreat features ten domes and six tents and is located deep close to the Mleiha Archeological Centre. Most of the rooms contain barbecue terraces, temperature-controlled pools, and scenic views of the desert and sloppy mountains. Mysk Moon Retreat targets adventurous guests and encourages them to spend their trip in a relaxed way, offering different activities for day and night time. The range of leisure options include paragliding, horseback, dune bashing, and trekking in the daytime. At the same time, nighttime offers barbeque dinners with an immense touch of Arabic experience, coffee ceremonies, and stargazing.  The founders of Shaza Hotels explain that they have created the Mysk Retreat Brand to bring the guests together for an intimate experience. Their partnership with Shurooq aims to provide a world-class destination experience in a memorable way, with a Mysk Retreats chain planned to be developed in the future. The collection will consist of bespoke retreats offering immersive experiential destinations for curious seekers. Photo credits Ivan Rivero

Wyndham Resorts & Hotels and CLC World Hotels & Resorts, one amongst Europe's leading independent valuable businesses, are teaming together to promote 12 resorts in Spain, the United Kingdom, the Canary Islands, Turkey, and Austria. The facilities will be turned into Wyndham Residences, Wyndham Grand Residences Wyndham, Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham, and Ramada Residences by Wyndham, and will launch in November. The new acquisitions will bolster Wyndham's network of over 300 hotels throughout Europe.    The Canary Islands On Tenerife's southern shore, Ramada Residences by Wyndham Tenerife Costa Adeje (181 apartments) and the Wyndham Residences Tenerife Costa Adeje (89 apartments) are positioned beside each other. The hotels will include two pools and on-site restaurants with local specialties and other cuisines.   Austria The Austrian Ramada Residences by Wyndham Saalfelden will have 37 apartments and outdoor pursuits like motorcycling, hiking, fishing, and boating.   Turkey The Wyndham Residences Kusadasi Golf & Spa in Turkey will feature 410 villas and suites and a professional 18 hole course including a club, a spa, dining options, and pools. The Aegean Sea is visible from the beach of the Ramada Residences by Wyndham Milas Bozbük. There are 67 2-bedrooms villas with terraces and glimpses of Bozbuk Bay available.   Spain The Ramada Residences by Wyndham Costa del Sol Fuengirola and Wyndham Grand Residences Costa del Sol Mijas are located in a semi-tropical garden with far more than 20 pools and amenities like restaurant chains, a gymnasium, and numerous kids clubs.   The U.K. In the U.K., Trenython Manor is a grand home with 24 acres of the property facing St Austell Bay on England's Cornish Riviera. With glimpses of Cornwall's shoreline, the facility will feature 27 bedrooms, 32 cottages, a bar, a patio, and a restaurant. A spa with aromatic treatments will also be available.   Photo credits Thorsten technoman

Visit Maldives, the official online informational source of the Maldives is excited to share an upcoming online event - a launch of "Tales of Maldives" "Throughout the past few years, we have realised that there is an important need for us to promote and showcase our folklores, stories, and tales of magic and wonder." - Visit MaldivesThe “Tales of Maldives'' is a series of short films showcasing some of the most captivating island stories, to carry on the tradition of the powerful local story-telling. From the well-known tales of Don Hiyala and Alifulhu to the role of magic and the supernatural in Maldivian society, it delves deep into the Maldivian landscape to tell stories of romance, intrigue, magic, and wonder. The stories are interwoven with our natural breathtaking beauty, which is a crucial element of what makes up the “Maldivian” identity.  It will be shared with the world for the first time at a special Facebook launch event on 20th October 2021 at 20:00. The joiners of the virtual discovery will also have a chance to win a trip to the tropical islands. Facebook event page link: https://fb.me/e/1lEzJ4Yq2

The annual conference of the Hospitality Professionals Association, HOSPACE 2021, is welcoming hoteliers to the event without an entry fee – to increase access to hoteliers in need for support and guidance around the factors impacting the sector. While the industry was hit hard by the recent pandemic and many other issues, HOSPA is inviting anyone who would like to join HOSPACE for the first time as it seeks to facilitate improved accessibility for operators looking to learn from the expertise on offer. The event, which is set for 18th November at the Royal Lancaster London , will focus on various topics, including the impacts of COVID-19 on the travel industry, new trends in technology, sustainability and climate change, staffing and engagement issues, and more. The 2021 edition of HOSPACE is set to be a dual affair, with HOSPA partnering with HTNG, a leading US trade association, to share hosting responsibilities, as is seeks to build upon the success of the 2020 hybrid event, with the 2021 edition set to consist of physical attendance and the option to attend virtually for international delegates. Initial planning for the event estimates 400 guests will attend in person, with capacity for another 500 to attend remotely thanks to the use of virtual technology. Besides the day conference, HOSPA is adding an evening dinner event, with a series of recognitions for COVID heroes and inspirational leaders of the industry, from the departments of finance, revenue manager, marketing, IT, and more.