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Inside the ultra-exclusive Velaa Private Island resort in the Maldives

Hotel Management

When it comes to the most luxurious resort experiences in Asia, high up on the list is Velaa Private Island in the Maldives, where villas the size of houses come alongside several world-class restaurants, a private golf course and some of the best water activities in the nation.

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Timeshare Companies to Face More Consumer Lawsuits

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Litigation against timeshare resorts isn't uncommon. But, even if the lawsuits get class action status, the damages for publicly traded companies including Hilton, Marriott and Travel + Leisure Co. are unlikely to be significant as it is part of "normal course of business."

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Hilton Report Reveals Trends in App Adoption, Mocktails, and Resorts

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Skift Take: Hilton has released a "trends report" aimed at consumer news sites. These three points are noteworthy for industry insiders. Sean O'Neill Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Crown Resorts CEO heralds ‘exciting new chapter’ under revamped brand

Hotel Management

Crown Resorts has undergone a brand refresh for the first time in nearly a decade, in a public shift from its image as a casino and hotel to a world-class entertainment destination. The post Crown Resorts CEO heralds ‘exciting new chapter’ under revamped brand appeared first on Hotel Management.

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The Star sells Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort to family consortium for $192 million

Hotel Management

Luxury Gold Coast hotel Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort has been sold for AU$192 million in a joint purchase by the Karedis and Laundy families. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort expands the two-family consortium’s hotel portfolio which already includes the Sofitel Noosa, Manly Pacific and Crown Plaza in Terrigal. With a land area of 3.45

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IHG’s Six Senses Considers Global Membership Club With Luxury Theme

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Six Senses CEO Neil Jacobs would like to multiply consumers' encounters with his brand beyond occasional hotel and resort stays. A potential paid membership product would let luxury travelers hop among new clubs, building on a model Soho House has popularized. Peden Doma Bhutia Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Texas Challenges Marriott and Hyatt Over Resort Fees

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Skift Take: Resort fees or any other mandatory hotel fees should always be clear to consumers at the point of booking. Jason Clampet Read the Complete Story On Skift

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