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Confidant Collective: Grow Your Sales with Hyatt Inclusive Collection

October 24, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

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Designed to support advisors in their daily work, this platform centralizes training, news, marketing tools, exclusive benefits and a rewards program. It enables professionals to deepen their knowledge of the Hyatt Inclusive Collection brands while benefiting from tangible opportunities to grow their business.

Whether you are already familiar with the Hyatt Inclusive Collection resorts or you want to explore more of this universe, Confidant Collective has been created to provide you with all the keys to selling with confidence and creating even more value for your clients.

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A portfolio of brands capable of meeting all traveler profiles

One of the main strengths of Hyatt Inclusive Collection lies in the richness and diversity of its brand portfolio. Today, travelers seek increasingly personalized experiences: getaways for couples, family vacations, wellness breaks, honeymoon trips, lifestyle escapes, or ultra-luxurious experiences.

With Hyatt Inclusive Collection, travel agents have access to an offering that can respond to almost every expectation:

• Impression by Secrets®, the most exclusive and refined expression of our collection.

• Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, dedicated to well-being and the art of living.

• Secrets Resorts & Spas®, the benchmark for premium, adults-only resorts.

• Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts®, a new lifestyle concept for adults.

• Hyatt Zilara® : all-inclusive resorts exclusively for adults.

• Breathless Resorts & Spas®, for a dynamic clientele seeking modern, festive experiences.

• Dreams Resorts & Spas®, ideal for families seeking high-end quality and service.

• Hyatt Ziva® : premium all-inclusive resorts for the whole family.

• Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, offering affordable and friendly vacations.

• Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts, and its iconic brands.

This diversity represents an exceptional opportunity for travel advisors. By mastering the full range of these brands, they can precisely meet the needs of each client and increase their conversion potential.

That is precisely where Confidant Collective comes into play.

Confidant Learning: become the Hyatt Inclusive Collection expert for your clients

In an increasingly competitive tourism landscape, expertise remains one of the strongest sales levers.

With Confidant Learning, travel agents gain access to an interactive training program designed to deepen their understanding of the brands, destinations and the various Hyatt Inclusive Collection products.

The modules are available online and allow progress at one’s own pace. Participants will discover, among other things:

• the specifics of each brand;

• the experiences offered at the different resorts;

• the customer segments suited to each property;

• the portfolio’s latest additions;

• the flagship destinations of Mexico, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

Beyond knowledge acquisition, the training also enables earning the status of Certified Confidant, a true mark of expertise recognized within the program.

For professionals, this provides a tangible way to boost credibility with clients, enhance recommendations and grow sales over the long term.

In the face of increasingly informed and demanding travelers, this upskilling represents a major competitive advantage.

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Confidant Rewards: being rewarded for the bookings you already make

Why settle for selling a destination when you can also be rewarded for your expertise?

Thanks to Confidant Rewards, travel agents can log their bookings and accumulate points that can later be converted into rewards.

The program is designed to value partner engagement and their loyalty to the Hyatt Inclusive Collection properties.

Points can be redeemed for numerous advantages such as:

• stays at the group’s resorts;

• cash rewards;

• gift cards;

• premium products;

• various exclusive experiences.

The more a advisor grows their sales and knowledge of the collection, the greater the rewards opportunities.

This blend of training and recognition is among the program’s most valued elements. Advisors develop their expertise while benefiting from tangible advantages that reinforce their commitment and knowledge of the products they recommend.

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A dedicated support for French tourism professionals

If digital tools are essential, nothing replaces a local contact who can respond quickly to on-the-ground needs.

As part of its expansion into the French market, Hyatt Inclusive Collection strengthens its dedicated support for travel agencies with Yulia Tsaturyan, Sales Operations & Business Development France & Benelux.

Her mission is to guide professionals in exploring Confidant Collective, assist with registration, share the latest news, and facilitate access to the different available tools.

Agents can also rely on her assistance to:

• understand the program advantages;

• discover the latest Hyatt Inclusive Collection offerings;

• participate in trainings and webinars;

• access the available commercial resources;

• optimize their use of Confidant Collective.

This proximity helps create a true partnership with travel professionals and supports them in expanding their sales.

Confidant Collective: your next competitive edge

Contact

Yulia Tsaturyan

Sales Operations & Business Development France & Benelux

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📞 +33 (0)6 50 95 34 66

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Salaûn Holidays Launches Afrikaa, Its First Africa-Dedicated Collection

October 20, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Salaün Holidays lance Afrikaa, sa première collection dédiée à l’Afrique - Depositphotos.com @vencav

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Salaün Holidays dévoile Afrikaa, sa première brochure entièrement consacrée au continent africain.

Cette collection de 132 pages réunit 65 circuits dans 30 pays, auxquels s’ajoute La Réunion, avec une programmation exclusive et 50 itinéraires proposés en petit groupe.

Avec Afrikaa, Salaün Holidays entend valoriser la diversité des destinations africaines, des grands classiques aux itinéraires plus confidentiels. La brochure couvre l’Afrique du Nord, de l’Ouest, de l’Est et australe, ainsi que les îles de l’océan Indien.

Maroc, Égypte, Sénégal, Bénin, Kenya, Tanzanie, Ouganda, Botswana, Madagascar ou encore Seychelles figurent parmi les destinations proposées.

La programmation associe circuits accompagnés, voyages en petits groupes, grands voyages et séjours sur mesure. Plusieurs itinéraires sont mis en avant, dont un grand tour d’Algérie, une traversée de l’Afrique de l’Ouest entre Cotonou et Abidjan, un circuit en Ouganda et au Rwanda sur les traces de Dian Fossey, ou encore un voyage consacré aux safaris dans le delta de l’Okavango.

A Grand Crossing from Paris to Dakar in 2028

Autre annonce majeure, Salaün Holidays renouera en 2028 avec le concept de grande croisière routière, après ses traversées Atlantique-Pacifique entre Brest et Vladivostok organisées à plusieurs reprises entre 2014 et 2019.

Prévu du 4 mars au 8 avril 2028, le circuit intégral reliera Paris à Dakar sur 7 289 km en 36 jours, via l’Espagne, le Maroc et la Mauritanie. Deux formules plus courtes seront également commercialisées : 30 jours au départ de Séville et 20 jours depuis Marrakech.

Organisé à bord d’un autocar Royal Class, le voyage sera limité à 30 participants. Pensé comme un circuit touristique plutôt que comme une expédition, il comprendra des nuitées en hôtels 4 et 5 étoiles, un programme de visites dans chaque pays traversé et un encadrement assuré par les équipes de Salaûn Holidays, ainsi que des guides locaux et nationaux.

Le lancement d’Afrikaa s’accompagne enfin d’une nouvelle initiative solidaire, la huitième menée par Salaün Holidays à l’échelle internationale et la troisième en Afrique.

Au Bénin, dans le village de Niarin, situé dans la commune de Toffo, le voyagiste finance un forage équipé d’une pompe solaire et la construction d’un mini-château d’eau autonome. Le dispositif doit bénéficier à l’école primaire publique et aux quelque 4 000 habitants du village.

À partir de 2027, les voyageurs participant aux circuits de Salaün Holidays au Bénin pourront découvrir le projet à l’occasion d’une visite organisée avec les partenaires locaux. Au programme : rencontres avec les habitants, échanges avec les élèves et les enseignants et découverte de la vie du village.

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TUI France Launches Premium Collection for Marmara Club and Lookéa Club

October 5, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

TUI France lance une Collection Premium Club Marmara et Club Lookéa - Photo PB

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“Although the summer was marked by a monthly challenge, we fared rather well.”

That said, it was a fairly mixed summer, Christophe Fuss, CEO of TUI France, described yesterday during a lunch held on the margins of the IFTM.

Indeed, after a strong start, bookings slowed down last winter after the start of the war in the Middle East.

“We first put in place a plan B to allow customers to change their destination up to two weeks before departure. Then, in June, we supported last-minute bookings and rekindled customers’ interest by offering free travel for one child up to twelve years old,” summarized Christophe Fuss, according to whom “little by little, the high season is sliding toward September.”

There Are Still Positive Points

Cours de cuisine sur un jongue, au Vietnam, pendant un circuit de la gamme "Saveurs de Nouvelles Frontières. © PB

« If winter bookings begin in the wake of summer, there are still positive points, » continues Christophe Fuss. And he cites the restart of the United States, the success of Egypt, Latin America which « performs and confirms its growth potential » and Asia that is picking up well.

For “to support its commercial momentum”, TUI France has, moreover, launched three sales challenges (from September 10 to November 30, 2026) on three of its flagship destinations: Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia.

Another source of satisfaction for Christophe Fuss is the strong success of the “Gamme Saveurs” (around ten destinations) launched by Nouvelles Frontières at the end of last year, and the genuine enthusiasm generated by the “voyages événements” conceived around a festival, a concert, a Grand Prix of Formula 1, a solar eclipse, etc.

While still hoping for a “return to normal”, TUI France has, to secure its future, adapted its marketing strategy by introducing with Primos to promote early bookings (promotional offers allowing travel at reduced prices for the winter season) and is working on its brands’ communications to respond to the likely strong last-minute demand this winter and potentially again next summer.

A Premium Collection for the Clubs

Beyond these short-term adjustments, Christophe Fuss notes that « our market is transforming deeply. Price is becoming an increasingly decisive criterion, offers are becoming uniform, and even the world of Clubs is becoming commonplace. »

In fact, he analyses that « value moves toward the lived experience ». « The difference is made by the experience we give customers, by the memories we create. And that is what fosters brand loyalty. »

In this context, TUI France already has « the most complete and most segmented range of Clubs on the market »: 15 Marmara Clubs and 7 Lookea Clubs, including two new ones, Lookéa Club in Salvador de Bahia and Lookéa Club in Juan Dolio in the Dominican Republic. It is complemented by the TUI Selected Collection.

However, to “take a new step in its value-creation strategy”, TUI France has decided to launch a Premium Collection Club Marmara & Club Lookéa. This selection of establishments meets the expectations of a clientele seeking more exclusive experiences, with enhanced services and a higher level of comfort.

This new offering illustrates TUI France’s ambition to move upmarket while remaining faithful to the DNA of its brands and their experiential promise.

This Premium Collection also aims to attract a CSP+ client base seeking more personalized experiences and more curated environments.

Six clubs join this Premium Collection in winter 2026/27: the new Lookéa Vila Galé Marés Bahia Club in Brazil (from €1,997 per person all-inclusive, flights included); the Lookéa Nile Monarch cruise in Egypt (from €1,036 per person all-inclusive, flights included with a bonus of 5 excursions including the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, the Temple of Philae, etc.); the Lookéa Makadi Oasis Club in Egypt as well (from €1,095 per person per week); the Lookéa Kiwengwa Beach Resort in Zanzibar, the Lookéa Viva Miches in the Dominican Republic, and the Marmara Catalonia Playa Maroma 5* in Mexico.

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An Experience-Based Segmentation for Nouvelles Frontières

For its 2027 Collection, Nouvelles Frontières (85 destinations planned including two new ones: Salvador and Nicaragua, 350 itineraries and 78 new offerings) has also undertaken to clarify its various experiences to enrich its journeys.

If its offering was already organized around four major segments (escorted tours, self-guided tours, urban getaways, events-based itineraries), this segmentation is now complemented for tours and self-guided trips by seven ranges of experiences: Essentiel, immersive, Grand Voyage, discovery and Relaxation, En étoile, Privé and Saveurs.

Thus, as explained by Jean-Baptiste Delsuc, director of the tour- operating arm, “Nouvelles Frontières will no longer distinguish its trips solely by destination but also by the nature of the experience offered.”

In addition, Nouvelles Frontières now relies on the TUI ecosystem to enrich the experiences offered to its clients, leveraging the complementarity of its various brands. Example: in Brazil, after discovering the country’s cultural riches on a circuit, its customers will be able to extend their stay in the Premium environment of the new Lookéa Vila Galé Marés Bahia Club.

IHG: The Hari Joins Vignette Collection in London, Hong Kong, and Singapore

September 20, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

The Hari rejoint Vignette Collection à Londres, Hong Kong et Singapour - DepositPhotos.com, mariakray

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IHG Hotels & Resorts et le groupe hôtelier Harilela ont signé un accord portant sur trois établissements : The Hari à Londres, Hong Kong et Singapour.

Cette opération marque l’arrivée de Vignette Collection à Singapour et renforce la présence de la marque à Londres et Hong Kong.

L’accord prévoit l’intégration de The Hari London, qui compte 85 chambres, et de The Hari Hong Kong, doté de 210 chambres, au sein de Vignette Collection.

À Singapour, le Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre, avec ses 324 chambres, sera transformé en The Hari Singapore, Vignette Collection en 2027.

Vignette Collection poursuit son développement

Avec ces trois nouveaux établissements, Vignette Collection compte désormais plus de 80 hôtels ouverts ou en développement dans le monde.

La marque, positionnée sur le segment Luxury & Lifestyle, rassemble des établissements indépendants conservant leur identité tout en bénéficiant de la plateforme IHG.

À Singapour, le futur établissement sera situé sur Orchard Road, au cœur de la capitale. L’hôtel, ouvert depuis 1985, fait actuellement l’objet d’une transformation supervisée par la designer britannique Tara Bernerd, également à l’origine du design du The Hari London et du The Hari Hong Kong.

Le groupe Harilela et IHG collaborent depuis plus de 50 ans. Leur partenariat porte désormais sur six hôtels dans cinq destinations, avec notamment le Holiday Inn Golden Mile à Hong Kong, le Holiday Inn Express Changzhou Center et le Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom.

Rio de Janeiro: A Collection of Hotels Embodying Diverse Luxury Cultures

September 12, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Rio de Janeiro dévoile une diversité d’expériences hôtelières, où chaque établissement propose sa propre vision du luxe - Photo : Fairmont Hotels

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Rio de Janeiro offers a particularly rich reading of hotel luxury.

The city does not present a single model, but a diversity of approaches that I observed while staying and visiting several iconic properties.

This variety helps understand how luxury can be expressed in different ways, while remaining deeply tied to the identity of the places.

Read also: Brazil: generous hospitality as a lever for transforming luxury tourism

The Copacabana Palace

Le Copacabana Palace continue d’attirer une clientèle internationale en quête de repères - Photo : LD

The Copacabana Palace, operated by Belmond, remains an indispensable reference.

Upon discovering this hotel, the sensation is immediate: that of entering a place steeped in history, where timeless elegance structures the experience.

I was struck by this ability to preserve the codes of the grand hotel while staying vibrant and waking up in the morning facing Copacabana Square, the site of New Year’s Eve celebrations.

The place continues to attract an international clientele in search of landmarks, with that almost cinematic dimension unique to Copacabana.

The Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

Le Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana dispose d'une connexion directe avec la plage - Photo : Fairmont Hotels

The Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana offers a more contemporary and open approach.

Its location between Copacabana and Ipanema gives it a particular energy.

I particularly appreciated direct beach access and the possibility to participate in water activities, which extend the experience beyond the hotel.

The atmosphere there is also more festive, especially in the late afternoon, with a real emphasis on bars, cocktails and spirits. All in all, this creates a complete, fluid and enjoyable experience.

The Janeiro Hotel, in Leblon

Au Janeiro Hotel, à Leblon, chaque élément est pensé dans une logique esthétique et culturelle - Photo : Janeiro Hotel

The Janeiro Hotel, in Leblon, is among the places that left the deepest mark on me.

Founded by entrepreneur Oskar Metsavaht, also the creator of the Osklen brand, the hotel carries a very personal vision of luxury.

Each element is conceived within aesthetic and cultural logic: artworks, furniture, down to the staff uniforms contribute to a coherent narrative.

I was particularly moved by this artistic dimension, but also by the direct connection with the neighborhood.

Leblon embodies a certain Carioca culture, more local, more subtle, and the hotel sits there with accuracy. The experience is intimate, fluid, deeply rooted in this Carioca lifestyle.

Four experiences, one city

To follow: Blumar, leading DMC in Brazil: generous hospitality as the signature of expertise serving the experience

Laurent Delporte

Laurent Delporte is the president and founder of DELPORTE Hospitality.

After 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality, notably within the Accor group, he combines visionary thinking, an international hospitality culture, managerial and operational skills and a network of independent experts to support decision-makers in hospitality to better serve their clients, teams and partners.

As both a recognized consultant in the hotel industry, an executive coach to leaders, and a speaker in the world of hospitality, he also runs the DH-Mag magazine dedicated to hotel trends and speaks at leading schools and fairs (HEC, Sup de Luxe, EquipHotel, Maison & Objets…).

Moreover, Laurent Delporte ranked 8th in the international ranking of hotel influencers in 2024 by the American magazine Global Hospitality and the International Hospitality Institute (IHI) based in the United States. He was also selected on the list of 25 luxury sector speakers worldwide.

Marriott International to Launch Its First The Luxury Collection Resort in Marseillan, France

August 28, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Marriott International et Propriétés & Co prévoient d'ouvrir en 2029 un complexe hôtelier et résidentiel haut de gamme à Marseillan - Photo Marriott International

Marriott International continues to expand its luxury portfolio in France.

The American group has signed an agreement with Propriétés & Co to develop a The Luxury Collection resort complemented by branded residences in Marseillan, in the Hérault region.

Set on a site spanning more than six hectares along the Thau lagoon, the complex is slated to open according to the announced timetable in 2029. The project aims to integrate with the local fabric and to highlight the maritime, viticultural and landscape heritage of this Languedoc destination.

The forthcoming complex will feature a 72‑room hotel as well as 189 branded residences intended for owners and travelers. The residential offering will include lagoon‑front villas, pool villas, garden suites, apartments and penthouses.

Residents will benefit from access to the resort’s infrastructures and services within a hybrid hospitality and luxury real estate model.

On the dining front, nine concepts are planned, including an oyster and sashimi bar, a fine‑dining restaurant, a French café and a vineyard‑centered bar.

The program also features a 2,000 m² spa and wellness center inspired by Roman baths, several swimming pools, an art gallery and retail outlets.

A first for The Luxury Collection in residential development

For Marriott International, this operation marks a strategic milestone in the French market. The project will represent the group’s first branded residences in France.

“The signing of this project marks an important milestone for Marriott International as we continue to expand our luxury portfolio in Europe’s most coveted resort destinations,” notes Alexandra Goguet, Vice President Development France & Benelux at Marriott International, in a press release.

The group believes Marseillan brings together the attributes sought by international clientele thanks to its natural setting, cultural heritage and position within the leisure destination segment.

For his part, Miguel Espada, president of Propriétés & Co, explains that the ambition is to create “a European benchmark in the resort realm” by leveraging local identity rather than transforming it.

An architecture inspired by Mediterranean heritage

The architectural concept is entrusted to Slowlife Architects, while the interior decoration will be carried out by the Spanish designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán.

The ensemble will draw inspiration from the region’s winegrower houses, featuring stone façades, wooden shutters, wrought iron details and terracotta tones. The interiors will emphasize natural materials, craftsmanship and the codes of luxury hospitality.

Located about 35 minutes from Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport, the resort will offer views over the Thau lagoon, Mont Saint-Clair, Sète and the Mediterranean Sea.

The site also highlights the territory’s natural strengths, with more than 300 days of sunshine per year, a network of cycling paths and nearly 8,000 hectares of protected natural spaces.

Upon opening, scheduled for 2029, the Marseillan complex will become the fourth property in France under The Luxury Collection brand, following the Prince de Galles, a Luxury Collection Hotel; Hôtel de Berri Champs-Élysées, a Luxury Collection Hotel; and the Hotel du Couvent, a Luxury Collection Hotel.

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Shanti Travel Launches GIR 2027 Collection and Bets on a New Generation of Small-Group Travel

August 20, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

An Offering Now Structured into Three Ranges

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To respond to this evolution, Shanti Travel is now structuring its offer around three distinct ranges to simplify the choice for travelers as well as for agencies.

The first, named Integrales, brings together major discovery itineraries. It covers the iconic Asian destinations with complete circuits designed for first-time discovery or for deeper exploration. Among the novelties is the program « Paths of Imperial China », a new addition entering the 2027 catalog and marking China’s return to the heart of the specialist’s offer. This range also includes itineraries in Japan, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, India, Nepal, Bali, and the Philippines.

The second range, Treks & Adventure, targets travelers who want to venture off the beaten path. From the high passes of Ladakh to the Torajan villages of Sulawesi, via the trails of Annapurna or the mythical cities along the Silk Road in Uzbekistan, these programs emphasize hiking, lesser-known regions, and on-the-ground experiences.

Finally, Shanti Travel inaugurates a third category dedicated to family travel. The first representative of this new range, Bali with Family, proposes an itinerary crafted with children in mind, featuring suitable activities and pacing designed so that both parents and children can fully enjoy the stay. Other destinations will enrich this collection in the coming seasons.

Small Groups of Manageable Size to Enhance Immersion

Beyond this new segmentation, the tour operator preserves what defines its GIR: groups limited to twelve participants maximum, with certain departures guaranteed with as few as two or four travelers depending on destinations, French-speaking local guides, including on trekking itineraries, as well as a Francophone support available before and during the trip.

This format allows for a more flexible approach to travel, access to more intimate accommodations, and fosters exchanges with local populations. Travelers also benefit from more personalized guidance throughout their stay.

“The Shanti Moments”, a throughline across all circuits

The 2027 collection also introduces a throughline named “The Shanti Moments”, present across all non-trekking circuits.

Four experiences punctuate the itineraries: a welcome meal to foster early exchanges among participants, a farewell dinner, an offbeat activity allowing the discovery of a lesser-known facet of the destination, and a high-impact experience carried out in partnership with an NGO or a local community.

The aim is to strengthen encounters, create a genuine group dynamic, and add meaning to travel by offering experiences that go beyond mere sightseeing.

A Response to Travelers’ Emerging Expectations

This evolution reflects a market-wide trend. Travelers no longer seek merely a well-constructed itinerary; they want to experience a collective journey while preserving a certain level of intimacy. The success of small groups hinges precisely on this balance between guidance, logistical comfort, and immersion.

With this 2027 collection, Shanti Travel aims to accompany this shift in expectations while reaffirming its long-standing Asia expertise. More than a simple catalog of circuits, this new offering expresses a commitment to providing journeys where meeting, sharing, and discovery hold as much importance as the sites visited.

Through this new organization and the arrival of new programs, the specialist thus confirms its ambition to make small-group travel a credible alternative between bespoke individual journeys and traditional tours, in a region of the world where cultural immersion remains one of the primary motivations for departure. Beyond exploring destinations, this format also fosters connections between travelers. Small groups naturally create a convivial dynamic, conducive to exchanges, sharing experiences, and, often, the birth of genuine friendships that endure long after return.

MGallery Collection Opens in Rhodes, Greece

August 17, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

MGallery Collection s'installe à Rhodes, MGallery Rhodes, photo by MGallery

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The Island of the Knights is poised to welcome a new benchmark in luxury hospitality.

In July 2026, MGallery Collection and Colossos SA formalized the signing of an agreement to establish the brand’s very first hotel on Rhodes.

Currently under construction in the Kallithea region, this exclusive adults-only project will unfold facing panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, blending inspiring architecture, holistic well-being and refined gastronomy.

Inspired by the rich architectural heritage of the local medieval city, the complex revolves around a ten-story main building with a spiraling silhouette, ensuring unobstructed sea views from every accommodation.

Designed to deliver calm and privacy, the resort will also offer suites as well as bungalows with private pools, all set within a Mediterranean landscape of ancient olive trees, lavender and native plants.

This vision is borne directly by Aris Soulounias, Chief Executive Officer of Colossos SA : « MGallery Rhodes represents a major strategic investment for Colossos SA and embodies our vision for the future of Rhodes’ hospitality: hospitality driven by quality, a sense of aesthetics, international partnerships and experiences with a strong sense of identity.

Our collaboration with Accor, and more specifically with the internationally recognized MGallery Collection, gives a new dimension to this project and brings together all the conditions to make this future hotel a reference address, in Greece as well as internationally. »

A Rich Gastronomic Offering and a Premium Wellness Sanctuary

The culinary experience sits at the heart of the project, with five gastronomic restaurants and four eateries with Mediterranean and international influences, all oriented toward the coastline. Several communal spaces will complement the whole, notably a signature cocktail bar imagined as the resort’s beating heart.

Maud Bailly, CEO of Accor’s luxury brands, underscores that this address sits within the collection’s philosophy by drawing its uniqueness and identity directly from the authenticity of its host territory: MGallery is a collection of hotels where each property draws its identity from its locale. The project we are developing on Rhodes is a fine illustration of this. Its inspiring architecture, its privileged sea-facing location, its wellness approach and the authentic ties it weaves with its destination reflect the expectations of today’s travelers. »

The relaxation component will rest on a substantial 110-square-meter spa housing an indoor pool and a hydromassage pool, where exclusive care rituals will be delivered in partnership with the prestigious Swiss houses Valmont and Swiss Perfection.

The outdoor facilities will comprise fifty private pools scattered across the estate, an outdoor fitness area, sport routes as well as tennis and padel courts.

The project also integrates technologies related to renewable energies.

Minor Hotels Expands Its Africa Footprint with Two New NH Collection Hotels

August 3, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Minor Hotels poursuit son expansion en Afrique avec deux nouveaux hôtels NH Collection Hotels & Resorts en Tanzanie et au Ghana - Photo : MinorHotels

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Minor Hotels continues its African expansion.

Already present with the NH Johannesburg Sandton, the operator announces the signing of two new properties under its premium brand NH Collection Hotels & Resorts: one on Pemba Island, in Tanzania, and the other in Accra, in Ghana.

Both openings are slated for by 2030.

With more than 640 properties in 59 countries, the Madrid-based group aims to solidify its position in African markets, leveraging strategic destinations in West and East Africa.

Accra: first footprint in West Africa

The forthcoming NH Collection Accra will comprise 200 rooms and will be part of a modern mixed-use project in the heart of the Ghanaian capital, Accra.

The establishment will benefit from a strategic location, close to governmental, corporate and diplomatic districts, notably Jubilee House, and just a few minutes from Kotoka International Airport.

The project is developed by Swami India Ghana Limited, a real estate group active in West Africa and the Middle East. It will integrate hotel, retail and office spaces.

The agreement was signed during the THINC Middle East 2026 forum, confirming the group’s interest in major African metropolises.

“We are delighted to introduce the NH Collection Hotels & Resorts brand to Ghana, one of the most dynamic and promising markets in West Africa“, notes Amir Golbarg, Chief Operations Officer Middle East & Africa at Minor Hotels, in a press release.

Pemba Island: heading for the Indian Ocean

The second announced project, the NH Collection Pemba Island Resort, developed in partnership with Infinity Developments.

The establishment will count 145 rooms, suites and villas.

Located close to Pemba Airport, the resort will provide easy access from Dar es Salaam while preserving the exclusive and low-density character of Pemba Island, within the Zanzibar archipelago.

The complex will offer several restaurants as well as MICE facilities (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions).

This new partnership continues the collaboration between Minor Hotels and Infinity Developments around the ultra-luxury Anantara Zanzibar Resort & Residences, a project currently under construction.

“The introduction of the NH Collection Hotels & Resorts brand in Tanzania marks a major milestone in our expansion into the Indian Ocean“, comments Amir Golbarg, highlighting the island’s growing appeal to international travelers.

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Maisons du Voyage Launches a Collection Dedicated to Gardens of the World

July 25, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Les Maisons du Voyage présenteront leur nouvelle collection lors du salon Jardins, Jardin organisé à Paris du 27 au 31 mai 2026 - Photo : Les Maisons du Voyage

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Les Maisons du Voyage enrichissent leur catalogue avec une nouvelle collection de voyages consacrés aux jardins du monde.

À travers cette nouvelle gamme, le tour-opérateur souhaite mettre en avant les jardins comme porte d’entrée culturelle des destinations.

Les circuits incluent notamment des rencontres avec des conservateurs, horticulteurs, jardiniers ou producteurs locaux afin de découvrir les savoir-faire et traditions liés à ces espaces.

Les Maisons du Voyage seront également présentes lors de la 20e édition du salon Jardins, Jardin organisée à Paris du 27 au 31 mai 2026.

Des circuits accompagnés par des spécialistes

Among the proposed itineraries is a trip to South Africa dedicated to the country’s private and botanical gardens, notably Kirstenbosch and Walter Sisulu.

The Japan is also among the highlighted destinations with a guided tour led by Denis-Marie Lahellec around the Japanese gardens in autumn, spanning Tokyo, Kyoto, Kanazawa or the island of Shikoku.

In Brazil, another trip will notably allow visitors to discover the gardens of Roberto Burle Marx and the Inhotim park in the company of landscape architect Alain Jounon.

Northern Italy completes this new collection with an itinerary around the gardens of Lake Maggiore and Lake Como, punctuated by visits to historic villas and palaces.