A new wave of boutique barefoot luxury arrives in the Maldives with MGallery’s upcoming Mirihi villa retreat

(NEWS) MALDIVES, 2025-Dec-1 — /Travel PR News/ — A new chapter of boutique luxury is taking shape in the Maldives as MGallery Collection confirms plans for V Villas Maldives at Mirihi – MGallery Collection, an all-villa retreat scheduled to open in early 2026. Set on the serene island of Mirihi in South Ari Atoll, the resort… Read the full news article

Accor’s MGallery expands into the French Alps with new boutique hotel blending alpine tradition and responsible design

(NEWS) PARIS, 2025-Aug-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor’s luxury boutique brand MGallery has unveiled plans for its first mountain retreat, announcing the opening of a new hotel in the French Alps’ Valmorel ski resort in 2027. This marks a significant milestone for MGallery, which until now has established itself in coastal destinations, city centers, and… Read the full news article

Rimrock Banff Transforms into North America’s First Emblems Collection Sanctuary with $2 Billion Backing

(IN SHORT) Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection—overlooking the Bow Valley near downtown Banff—will close in October 2025 for a full-scale renovation and relaunch as Accor’s first North American Emblems property in summer 2026. Owned by Oxford Properties Group and a capital partner, the resort has welcomed guests since the 1880s and currently blends historic allure with… Read the full news article

Lucknam Park to Debut as First British Hotel in Accor’s Emblems Collection Late 2025

(IN SHORT) Lucknam Park, a distinguished country house hotel near Bath, will become the inaugural British property in Accor’s Emblems Collection in Q4 2025. Celebrated for its heritage architecture, Michelin-starred restaurant, luxury spa, and 500-acre estate, Lucknam Park joins a portfolio defined by “quiet luxury” and intimate, character-rich design. Leadership quotes from Maud Bailly (CEO… Read the full news article

Sofitel Unveils Global Employee Wardrobe Designed by Cordelia de Castellane, Celebrating French Elegance and Responsible Luxury

(IN SHORT) Sofitel has launched its new Vestiaire, a 45-piece wardrobe collection designed in collaboration with French designer Cordelia de Castellane, to be introduced across its global hotels in 2026. The collection blends Parisian elegance with functionality and sustainability, replacing traditional uniforms with flowing, refined silhouettes. Celebrating the 25,000 employees who represent the brand worldwide,… Read the full news article

Accor to Open Raffles Ranthambore and Sofitel Legend Jaipur, Bringing Iconic Luxury to Rajasthan by 2028

(IN SHORT) Accor, in collaboration with Sukhani Ventures, has announced plans to launch two luxury properties in Rajasthan, India: Raffles Ranthambore, an exclusive 63-villa resort in Ranthambore National Park, and Sofitel Legend Sukh Bagh Jaipur, a 300+ room destination for upscale events and getaways in Jaipur’s Kukas Amer region. The Raffles resort will open in… Read the full news article

Hotel Bellevue Cortina d’Ampezzo Ushers in a New Era of Alpine Luxury

(IN SHORT) Hotel Bellevue Cortina d’Ampezzo, Emblems Collection is set to become Italy’s first property under the Emblems brand, marking a new milestone in Accor’s global luxury portfolio. Developed in partnership with Invel Real Estate and Prodea Investments, the hotel will open at the end of 2026 in the renowned Cortina d’Ampezzo. Designed by pconp… Read the full news article

Accor and Arora Group Break Ground on Luxury Sofitel Hotel at Dublin Airport, Set to Open in 2026

(IN SHORT) Accor and the Arora Group have begun construction on the new Sofitel Dublin Airport, a luxury hotel expected to open in 2026. The hotel, featuring 412 rooms, upscale dining, and a sky bar, will provide seamless access to Terminal 2. This project marks Arora’s first venture in Ireland, bringing hundreds of jobs and… Read the full news article

Accor Unveils Plans for Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile, Marking a New Era in Luxury Hospitality

(IN SHORT) Accor has announced the signing of Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile, set to open in January 2025, marking the brand’s fourth hotel in Egypt and its 500th property in the Caribbean and Latin America region. This luxury hotel will infuse Cairo’s downtown with French elegance and is strategically located near iconic landmarks such as… Read the full news article

Sofitel Unveils First Branded Residences in Dubai, Elevating Luxury Living in Downtown Area

Sofitel is thrilled to announce a key milestone as part of its strategic growth plan with the signing of its first branded residences in the United Arab Emirates: Sofitel Residences Downtown Dubai. Combining the luxurious service of a 5-star hotel with the comfort of home, this development introduces 70 exceptional residences, offering a private haven… Read the full news article

Accor Unveils The Whimsy Hotel & Spa Saint-Martin – MGallery Collection, First of Its Kind in the Caribbean

The Whimsy Hotel & Spa Saint-Martin – MGallery Collection is a Dynamic New Development in the Caribbean (IN SHORT) Accor, in partnership with Terres de Légendes, has announced the development of The Whimsy Hotel & Spa Saint-Martin – MGallery Collection, set to open in 2025. Located in Marigot on the French side of Saint-Martin, this… Read the full news article

Iconic Sofitel New York Embarks on Grand Renewal Under Visionary Leadership

A new chapter is unveiled for the iconic Sofitel New York, symbol of the beloved French hospitality brand’s grand renewal led by visionary CEO Maud Bailly (IN SHORT) Sofitel New York, an emblem of French elegance in Manhattan, announces a comprehensive refurbishment project coinciding with the brand’s 60th anniversary, under the leadership of CEO Maud… Read the full news article

Accor and SHe Travel Club to reimagine the female travel and hospitality experience

Paris, France, 2022-Sep-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor, a world leading hospitality Group, and SHe Travel Club, the only independent hotel label designed by women for women, today (07 September 2022) announce a partnership which aims to reimagine the female travel and hospitality experience. SHe Travel Club is the first and only hotel label… Read the full news article

AccorHotels unveils new identity of its international network to promote diversity with the launch of “RiiSE”

Paris, France, 2018-Oct-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Six years after the creation of WAAG (Women At AccorHotels Generation), AccorHotels is giving fresh impetus to its international network promoting diversity, which already has more than 14,000 members globally, with the launch of “RiiSE”. Last night, AccorHotels unveiled the new identity of the Group’s international network to promote… Read the full news article