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May 25, 2026

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Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Secrets Mirabel Cancun Resort & Spa, the newest all-inclusive, adults-only property under the Secrets Resorts & Spas brand. Located in the heart of Cancun’s Hotel Zone, the resort is situated between the Caribbean Sea and the Nichupté Lagoon. The resort features 487 rooms and suites designed with a modern coastal theme, with an elevated Preferred Club offering exclusive amenities like a private Sky Bar and infinity pool
JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio, has announced a distinctive collaboration with Finnish design house Marimekko across Greater China as part of its "Stay in the Moment" campaign. The partnership integrates Marimekko’s joyful artistry with JW Marriott’s mindful luxury approach through a series of immersive guest experiences. These experiences include "Blissful Stay"-themed rooms and suites, pop-up installations, collaborative afternoon teas, and artisanal workshops across nine JW Marriott properties in cities including Shanghai and Hong Kong.
Simon, a real estate investment trust and S&P 100 company, has announced the acquisition of the retail centre component of Phillips Place in Charlotte, North Carolina. This transaction, announced on 18 November 2025, sees Simon take ownership of the open-air retail space in the SouthPark neighbourhood. The retail centre spans 134,000 square feet and is famous for its specialty shops and dining. Phillips Place is a wider mixed-use destination that already included a 180+ room hotel owned by Simon, along with a multi-family residential component.
KORA Properties, the real estate arm of APPCORP Holding, has launched IL VENTO, a 40-floor luxury apartment tower in Dubai Maritime City. Named after the Italian word for ‘The Wind,’ the tower features 330 apartments, including four penthouses with private pools. The development blends serene coastal beauty with urban convenience, being only 15 minutes from Dubai Mall and the airport. It offers residents over 40 facilities and amenities, including a sky pool and yoga area.
DAMAC Properties has launched DAMAC Islands 2, its seventh master community in Dubai, with a focus on redefining waterfront living. The development draws inspiration from eight picturesque island destinations including Antigua and Mauritius. Building on the success of DAMAC Islands, the new project features crystal lagoons, lush landscapes and wellness-focused designs. The launch event at the Coca-Cola Arena was hosted by Hussain Sajwani and Amira Sajwani. Star appearances were made by Bollywood actors Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.
Sino Jet, Asia-Pacific's leading business aviation company, has announced a strategic partnership with Aranya's lifestyle hotel collective, “ATITHYA – The Art of Hospitality.” The alliance, unveiled in Hong Kong, is designed to create a seamless luxury travel continuum from air to ground for sophisticated travellers. This new integrated model sees Sino Jet become the exclusive charter aviation partner for the hotel collective. The collaboration merges Sino Jet’s global network with ATITHYA’s destination-focused properties.

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