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April 5, 2026

Luxury

Marriott International has signed a landmark agreement with KS Hotels to introduce The Luxury Collection to Cambodia and Laos. The deal involves rebranding two storied properties, La Résidence Angkor and La Résidence Phou Vao, marking Marriott’s first hotel in Laos. Both heritage sites will undergo thoughtful upgrades before reopening in 2026 and 2027 to offer elevated luxury in these major UNESCO World Heritage destinations.
UAE developer Arada has reached a significant construction milestone by appointing Engineering Contracting Co. (LLC) as the main contractor for the W Residences at Dubai Harbour. The AED1.55 billion agreement covers the delivery of all three luxury towers within the waterfront development. With preliminary works already in progress, the project is set to provide 490 branded homes alongside a suite of high-end amenities.
World Liberty Financial has unveiled a new partnership to tokenise the Trump International Hotel & Resort in the Maldives. Working with Securitize and DarGlobal, the firm aims to offer investors digital exposure to the ultra-luxury development. The project marks the start of a broader strategy to bring high-profile real-world assets onto the blockchain.
Aston Martin is bringing its signature British luxury to South American shores with the announcement of a landmark residential tower in João Pessoa, Brazil. Partnering with Setai Grupo GP, the 45-storey development marks the brand’s first foray into the region's real estate market.
Danube Properties has unveiled Serenz by Danube, a 50-storey residential landmark in Jumeirah Village Circle. Featuring over 40 amenities across 120,000 square feet, the project offers fully furnished units starting at AED 850,000. Strategically located for quick road access, the development utilizes a 1 per cent monthly payment plan. The launch event included group leadership and brand ambassador Brett Lee, highlighting a significant expansion in Dubai's premium property market.
DarGlobal has unveiled Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Oman at its 3.5 million square metre AIDA development in Muscat. The 120-key resort, perched 130 metres above sea level, will feature themed suites, an Aqua Nick waterpark and character-led entertainment. Supporting Oman Vision 2040, the project offers full title ownership to investors. The first phase of the wider luxury community is scheduled for completion in 2027.

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