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October 21, 2025

Hotels and Resorts

Global lifestyle hospitality group Ennismore has announced plans to open SO/ Ras Al Khaimah, the region’s first lifestyle all-inclusive resort, in November 2025. Located on Al Marjan Island, the property will mark SO/’s debut outside Europe and Ennismore’s first venture in Ras Al Khaimah. The resort aims to redefine luxury all-inclusive travel in the UAE with bold design, world-class dining, and immersive guest experiences.
The Savannah Convention Center Authority and Hilton have broken ground on the 444-room Signia by Hilton Savannah, opening in 2028. The hotel will serve as the convention center’s headquarters property, offering premium accommodations and world-class meeting facilities.
Edamah has appointed Mohammed Jalal Contracting as the main contractor for the Azure Beach Club at Bilaj Al Jazayer, set to open in Q2 2026. Operated by Sunset Hospitality Group, the project will elevate Bahrain’s luxury leisure scene and support Vision 2030 tourism goals.
Kyoto will introduce Japan’s highest hotel tax in March 2026, with luxury guests facing up to ¥10,000 (£49) per night to tackle overtourism pressures.
Hilton has unveiled Outset Collection, its 25th brand and the eighth in its Lifestyle portfolio. The new upscale conversion brand will launch with more than 60 hotels in development and bookings available in November.
NUMA Group has launched ‘Native by Numa’, a new premium lifestyle hospitality brand, as part of its multi-brand expansion across Europe. Targeting cities such as Rome and Paris, the brand aims to blend high-touch service with NUMA’s digital operating model to deliver authentic, design-led stays for modern travellers.

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