October, surprisingly, has come and gone. It shouldn’t be a surprise; It happens every year. But realizing that it’s already November (and almost the end of the year) is always disconcerting. Now is the time to block those vacation plansmake sure you are using Shopping portals to earn points and miles. while searching for gifts and maybe even book a backup hotel as your “exit plan” in case your family starts working too much.
But even though the crisp November air is here, there’s still time to remember what happened in October: Hilton launched its 25th branda new lifestyle collection; an impressive, The new JW Marriott opens in Tokyo (and I can’t wait to visit in December!); and the Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, a TPG favorite, finally completed a multi-year remodel.
Here’s what I think you should know about what’s happening in hospitality starting in October.
Luxury hotel to open on Charleston waterfront
It is scheduled to open on March 1 next year. the cooper is an exciting hotel we’ve had our eyes on. With 191 rooms and suites, this hotel will bring luxurious hospitality to the waterfront of the historic South Carolina city for the first time. Now accepting reservations, guests should expect elevated Southern charm, a 7,000-square-foot spa, access to high-end boats, and four bars and restaurants to enjoy during their stay. Oh, and don’t forget your personal concierge.
Vienna acquires a Mandarin Oriental
Vienna’s hotel scene has been heating up in recent months and now, another new addition to the scene, the Mandarin Oriental, Vienna, is open to guests. Located in Vienna’s First District, the hotel is housed in an art nouveau building that was formerly a courthouse. Today it houses 86 rooms, 52 suites and the Mandarin Oriental spa, because no luxury stay is complete without some pampering. Visitors and locals can also enjoy four bars and restaurants, ranging from an all-day brasserie to a Japanese izakaya restaurant run by chef Thomas Seifried.
Airbnb goes social (and more)
Every two months, Airbnb releases a series of new features and tools to help travelers have a better experience, whether while staying on Airbnb or joining an Airbnb experience. The latest update allows people who book an Airbnb Experience to see who is joining the Experience, plus options to connect and stay in touch (if you choose!) afterward. Airbnb also added other features, including improved maps and flexible carousels, to help you see more rental options and help you find the Airbnb of your dreams.
Waldorf Astoria lands in Finland
The first Nordic Waldorf Astoria is now open in Helsinki, the great capital of Finland. The hotel, which occupies four historic buildings, has 116 magnificent rooms (see above), 32 suites and even some rooms with saunas, steam rooms and terraces with jacuzzis. Like all Waldorf Astoria properties, you’ll find the upscale Peacock Alley bar and, coming next year, an upscale restaurant. And even if you don’t book a room with a private steam bath, you can make the most of Finnish sauna culture at the Waldorf Astoria Spa.
Rooms at the Waldorf Astoria Helsinki cost from $350 to $100,000 Hilton Honors points per night.
Moxy arrives in Latin America
I am a big fan of Moxy hotels and in 2023 I wrote about why the brand has “grown” while maintaining the playful spirit for which it was designed. Now, the brand opens in Tulum, Mexico, the first in the hotel scene of the Caribbean and Latin America. Close to downtown Tulum, the 122-room property offers easy access to the beach, Jaguar National Park, Mayan ruins, and everything the boho-chic city has to offer. Some room configurations even offer bunk beds, perfect for groups of friends or families.
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