Mandarin Oriental | Announced the Development of 87 Private Residences in West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S.

Mandarin Oriental Group, a multinational hospitality company founded in 1963 and based in Hong Kong, China, boasting a relevant portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, and vacation properties, has announced the development of 87 private residences in West Palm Beach, a bustling city in South Florida, U.S. separated from neighbouring Palm Beach by te lake Worth Lagoon.

West Palm Beach is a vibrant, coastal South Florida centre, established in 1894, known for its downtown Clematis Street and Rosemary Square, artsy neighbourhoods, and proximity to Palm Beach Island, offering top - tier attractions like white sandy beaches, the Norton Museum of ArtKravis Center, alongside water sports and luxury shopping.

The development led by Great Gulf, a major Canadian real estate developer and one of the largest homebuilders in North America with experience and expertise that spans the residential spectrum, represents the first Mandarin Oriental’s residential project in South Florida, scheduled tto open in 2031.

The project is designed by Safdie Architects, an architecture and urban design studio driven by a spirit of idealism and innovation based in Somerville, Massachusetts, with interiors by Studio Munge, an interior design firm specializing in luxury hospitality and residential spaces headquartered in North York, Canada, and landscapes architecture by ENEA Landscape Architecture, an acclaimed company based in Rapperswil - Jona,  Switzerland.

The location along the Intracoastal Waterway is set apart from downtown West Palm Beach but remains close to cultural and lifestyle destinations including the Norton Museum, The Royal Poinciana Plaza, Worth Avenue, and CityPlace.

Mandarin Oriental Residences, West Palm Beach will be  a 31 - story building featuring 87 private residences offering two - to four - bedroom units, two multi - level private villas, and a full - floor penthouse. Each residence will boast private access elevator and a wraparound balcony with views of the Intracoastal Waterway.

Amenities will include an outdoor rooftop lounge with a pool and bar, cabanas, spa, a fitness centre, a private beach - inspired setting along the Intracoastal Waterway, a pickleball court and a garden lounge.

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https://press.mandarinoriental.com/residences-west-palm/?lang=eng

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article140159.html

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) | Officially Opened a Tree of Life Resort in Panheli, India

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) part of Tata Group and headquartered in Mumbai,  has officially opened a Tree of Life Resort in Panheli, a village located in Tala taluka of Raigarh within the Sahyadri range in the Indian state of Maharashtra.

Tree of Life Aerovillage is accessible by road from Mumbai and Pune, as well as by private charter and features 26 comfortable rooms and cottages, each with a plunge pool and an open - air jacuzzi.

Amenities at the resort include The Hangar, an all - day dining venue, which provides views surrounding area, and a bar, Café - style service is available by the pool and private dining options with chef – curated menus are available for celebrations.

The property also features  a private theatre for personalized screenings, a 9 - hole golf course with a putting zone at centre of the establishment and outdoor spaces that accommodate business meetings, gatherings, and, and milestone occasions.

Tree of Life AeroVillage, Panheli, offers experiences such as night safaris, guided morning treks, stargazing at 1.200 feet, ATV rides, and riverside breakfast or high tea, allowing guests to explore the local terrain and wilderness.

The resort joins Tree of Life Resorts & Hotels, a collection of boutique properties in India, acquired by Ambuja Neotia Group and managed by IHCL, offering tranquil, experiential stays in serene, offbeat locations across India,

The brand focuses on authentic local experience, wellness, and nature escapes, with plans to expand significantly. The propertiess provide curated getaways from city life to secluded retreats, featuring unique establishments from villas to resorts in places like Gujarat, Rajassthan, and Uttarakhand among others.

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https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article140130.html

Qubbet El - Hawa, Egypt | A Team of Archaeologists Discovered a Set of Rock - Cut Tombs Dating Back to the Old Kingdom on the Banks of the Nile River

A team of archaeologists of the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt has discovered a set of rock - cut tombs dating back to the Old Kingdom during the current excavation season at the necropolis of Qubbet El Hawa, also known as “Dome of the Wind”, a site in use from the Fourth Dynasty of Egypt until the Greco -  Roman Period located on the western bank of the Nile River,  opposite Aswan, a site which served as resting place for ancient nobles and priests from the Old and Middle Kingdoms of ancient Egypt.

 The tombs feature pits and burial chambers, and the find underscores the historical importance of the site, considered one of the most significant in Upper Egypt.

 Preliminary studies indicate that the tombs were reused in later periods, such as the First Intermediate Period, described as a “dark period” in ancient Egyptian history, spanned approximately 125 years, c. 2181 - c. 2055 BC, after the end of the Old Kingdom, and the Middle Kingdom (2030 - 1650 BC), a transformational period in ancient Egypt, during which older artistic conventions,  cultural principles, religious beliefs, and political systems were revived and reimagined, evidencing the site’s sustained relevance throughout different historical eras.

 Highlights of the discovery include two burial chambers with approximately 160 ceramic vessels of various shapes and sizes, many well - preserved and with hieratic inscriptions, used to store liquids and grains.

The tombs likely belonged to local governors and officials, offer a notable historical significance, offering insights into the elite burial practices of Upper Egypt and after this discovery excavations continue, with the aim of revealing more tombs and objects.

The site also yielded various artifacts in the outer courtyards, including bronze mirrors, alabaster kohl containers, multicoloured bead necklaces, and various amulets.

After this notable discoveries the mission continues with the documentation and scientific record of the findings as part of the academic and research mandate of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, which will allow to deepen the knowledge about the history and culture of ancient Egypt.

 Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy stressed that these discoveries reinforce Egypt’s position in global cultural tourism.

Link

https://tvbrics.com/es/news/misi-n-arqueol-gica-egipcia-descubre-tumbas-a-la-orilla-del-nilo/

Bangkok, Thailand | Launched an Electric Motorcycle Taxis Project for a Cleaner and more Efficient Urban Transport in the City

Bangkok, Thailand capital and largest city is advancing cleaner, more efficient urban transport by piloting electric motorcycle taxis (e – motos) to reduce emissions and pollution.

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration launched the “Electric Motorcycles for Drivers” project with the aim of accelerating the transition of motorcycles taxis to electric vehicles in the city through a pilot rental and test model, aimed at reducing pollution and operating costs according to Vietnam News Agency. 

The initiative is implemented by King Mongkut University of Technology in Thonburi in collaboration with  the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand.

The program plans to test a leasing system with affordable daily rates and install charging infrastructure, with a first phase that will involve over 200 municipal riders and workers.

The initiative features swappable battery platforms in Din Daeng and Phaya Thai districts, while 30 selected participants will use electric motorcycles in real - world conditions for one at no cost.

The project has the purpose to cut emissions by 0.7 tons of CO2  per bike annually, and the data obtained will allow the possible expansion to the entire city.

According to mobility and climate studies, Bangkok has more than 89.000 motorcycle taxi drivers, whose gasoline - based system generates between 80.000 and 100.000 tons of carbon dioxide per year, in addition to contributing significantly to PM2.5 particle pollution.

This push for e - motos aligns with borader efforts to modernize Bangkok’s transportation system, which is currently heavily reliant on conventional, polluting vehicles, and supports Thailand’s overall goal for 30% of manufactured vehicles to be electric by 2030. 

Governor Chadchart Sittipunt stressed that motorcycles taxis are essential part of the urban transport system and that their electrification will help reduce carbon emissions, reduce fuel expenditure and improve the economic stability of drivers.

Link

https://tvbrics.com/es/news/bangkok-impulsa-mototaxis-el-ctricos-para-un-transporte-urbano-m-s-limpio-y-eficiente/

London, England, UK | Heathrow Airport Hits Record with its Busiest Every Year for Passenger Traffic in 2025

Heatrow Airport, also known as London Heathrow Airport, the primary and largest international airport serving London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, the largest of the six international airports in the London  airport system, hits record with its busiest every year for passenger traffic in 2025.

The British airport owned and operated by Heathrow Airport Holdings in 2025 was the busisest airport in Europe, the fifth airport in the world by passenger traffic and the second – busiest airport in the world by international passenger traffic.

The airport handled over 84.5 million passengers, cementing its position as busiest airport in the European continent and is forecasting a small increase for 2026 taking, it over 85 million passengers.

In addition Heatrow Airport said despite the numbers, overall flight improved. More than four million passengers flew on time compared with 2024 and baggage and security performances improved too. Baggage load rates that were close to 99% for the year, ensuring smoother, more reliable journeys.

Alongside these brilliant performances, the airport will spend £1.3 this year on capital investment programmes. This will kickstart work to revamp Terminal 4, progress with the new baggage system design for Terminal 2 and enhance services for passengers with accessibility needs.

London Heathrow Airport also increased revenue of £3.6 billion but a flat adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of £2 billion.

 Heathrow’s Board decided to pay dividens of £550 million to the ultimate shareholders during the financial year, the first time in five years.

Heathrow Airport CEO Thomas Woldbye said that last year everyone at Heathrow Air hub rallied behind the ambition to deliver exceptional operational performance for the airport’s customers and not only Heathrow surpassed that goal but surpassed it and achieved record - breaking. 

Link 

https://www.travelmole.com/news/london-heathrow-passenger-traffic-hits-record/

Warsaw, Poland | World Hotel - International Trade Fair for the Hotel and Hospitality Industry - From 10 to 12. March 2026

Warsaw, Poland’ s capital and largest city will host from 10^th to 12^th March 2026 World Hotel a premier international trade fair for the hotel and hospitality industry showcasing innovations in hotel equipment, technology and design.

The fair will take place at the PTAK Warsaw Expo in Nadarzyn located at 62 Aleja Katowicka Avenue. This modern exhibition center, the largest trade and congress center in the region boasts six exhibition halls with a total internal area of 143.000 m² and over 500.000 m² of external spaces.

The venue located at 10 - minutes from the country’s largest international Airport, Lotnisko Chopin Warszawa in the Wlochy District, a 15 - minute drive from the very centre of Warsaw is easily accessible, and its state - of - the - art infrastructure makes the event an attractive meeting point for national and international companies working together to shape the future of the hotel and hospitality industry.

Since its inception in 2008, World Hotel has grown into a key platform for professionals from the hotel, gastronomy and tourism sectors, and the name “World Hotel” symbolize the global exchange of innovative solutions and services that drive the industry forward.

Organized by the renowned Ptak Warsaw Expo Sp. z.o.o., the trade fair offers a comprehensive showcase of the latest trends and technology in the industry.

Exhibitors present a diverse range of products, from hotel furniture, textiles, decorative items, telecommunications and IT solutions for hotel management, as well as cleaning products, air conditioning systems, security solutions, and building automation. Innovations in leisure and wellness infrastructure also play a central role, alongside professional conferences on sustainable, smart hotel solutions.

World Hotel attracts an international audience, including hotel operators, restaurateurs, interior designers, suppliers, and decision - makers in facility management.

Beyond being a marketplace for innovative products, the event serves as a networking hub where industry experts exchange insights and establish valuable business connections.

A highlight of the trade fair is undoubtedly the “Hotel Innovation Fourum”, which features inspiring lectures, workshops, and discussions on current trends in the hotel and hospitality sectors.

Industry experts at the fair will provide valuable insights into future technologies, sustainable concepts, and economic developments shaping the hotel industry in the long term. Additionally, the event offers numerous opportunities, fostering direct interaction between businesses and professionals.

As an integral part of Poland’s trade fair calendar, World Hotel strengthens the country’s position as a key hub for the hotel and hospitality sector in Central and Eastern Europe. 

Links

https://worldhotel.pl/en/

https://www.tradefairdates.com/World-Hotel-M12251/Nadarzyn.html

Minor Hotels | Signed an Agreement to Develop an Anantara Hotel in Perth, Australia

Minor Hotels, an international operator, investor and owner in the hospitality industry founded in 1978 and based in Bangkok, Thailand has signed an agreement to develop an Anantara hotel in Perth, vibrant capital of Western Australia, sits where the Swan River meets the southwest coast, introducing Anantara Hotels & Resorts brand to the country.

Perth is known for being one of the world’s most isolated cities boasting stunning natural beauty with sunny weather, pristine beaches like Cottlesoe, vast parks including Kings Park, unique wildlife, vibrant arts, and a lively food/wine scene.

Anantara Perth is planned as part of the $3.8 billion Burswood Point masterplanned development in Perth, being developed by Golden Sadayu, a partnership between Perth’s Golden Group and Indonesia’s Agung Sedayu Group. 

Scheduled to open in 2032 the property will be located on the Swan River waterfront, near Perth’s central business district, accessible to both domestic and international airports and is expected to feature 150 rooms and suites, two resturants, a swuimming pool, a fitness centre, and an Anantara Spa.

The hotel will join the Anantara brand that has more than 50 properties globally. The brand is known for its emphasis on authentic luxury through its three pillars : Indigenous, Expertise, and Authentic Luxury, characterized by a new, modern visual identity with an updated logo and tagline “Unforgettable Journeys” which reflects its global presence.  e hotel will join

Anantara Perth Hotel will be part of Minor Hotels’ portfolio in Australia, which includes properties under the Oaks Hotels & Resorts and Avani Hotels & Resorts brands.

Links

https://media.minorhotels.com/en-GLO/262085-minor-hotels-brings-luxury-anantara-hotels-resorts-brand-to-australia-with-announcement-of-anantara-perth-hotel/

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article140148.html