Neha Mehrotra
31-Jul-2025
From luxury hotel openings and designer home launches to curated food festivals and fashion comebacks, here’s everything new and noteworthy this week.
1. Preferred Hotels and Resorts Expands Global Portfolio with 18 New Hotels
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has added 18 new member properties to its global portfolio, each offering distinct, immersive experiences. Highlights include the newly transformed Amara Singapore, the thermal spa haven Castello di Velona in Tuscany, Green Pastures in Austin’s artsy Bouldin Creek, the culturally inspired Himalayas Hotel in Shanghai, and the 11th-century alpine escape Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn. These properties, part of Preferred’s Lifestyle, L.V.X., and Legend Collections, reflect the brand’s ongoing commitment to authentic, independent hospitality. To celebrate, I Prefer Hotel Rewards members can earn 2,500 bonus points on eligible stays at any of these new hotels when booked by September 30, 2025, for travel until December 31, 2025.
2. Hyatt to Open Hyatt Centric Anjuna Goa in 2027
Hyatt Hotels has announced the upcoming Hyatt Centric Anjuna Goa, set to open in early 2027 in North Goa’s vibrant coastal hub. Managed by Nile Hospitality and owned by Deventure Hotel & Resorts, the 150-key lifestyle hotel will feature contemporary rooms, signature dining venues, and flexible event spaces. Strategically located in Anjuna, the property aims to blend Goa’s cultural charm with modern comfort, catering to leisure and business travellers seeking immersive local experiences.
3. Hyatt Regency Dehradun Resort and Spa Appoints Malabika Das as New Director of Celebrations
Hyatt Regency Dehradun Resort and Spa, renowned for its luxurious ambiance and remarkable service, is pleased to announce the appointment of Malabika Das, an esteemed veteran in luxury wedding planning, as the new Director of Celebrations. Drawing from years of experience across high-end resorts and multicultural celebrations, she believes that a wedding is a profoundly emotional milestone that deserves to be celebrated with grace and flawless execution. The resort is set to introduce exclusive wedding experiences that will distinguish it from other destination wedding venues, such as open-air mehendis under towering pine trees, moonlit pheras with the majestic Himalayas in the backdrop, and sustainable gifting experiences that complement the couple's values. Couples can also look forward to boutique personalization, tech-integrated guest interactions, and wellness elements like sunrise yoga or mindful haldi rituals, all designed to make the day truly phenomenal.
4. Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris Welcomes Summer with a Mediterranean Makeover
Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris has transformed into a vibrant summer escape, infusing its Parisian elegance with the spirit of the Amalfi Coast. At the heart of the hotel, The Terrace now channels La Dolce Vita with bright red-striped parasols, a tranquil pond with floating boats, and a majestic lemon tree centerpiece. The al fresco space hosts Il Carpaccio, Matsuhisa Paris, and Le Bar Long, creating a Mediterranean-inspired dining experience. Guests can indulge in summer desserts from the hotel’s artisanal ice cream cart, featuring lemon-centric creations like citron givré and frozen brioche.
5. LAY Beach Club Brings Ibiza Vibes to Pattaya’s Shores
LAY Beach Club has debuted on Pattaya’s Beach Road, offering a Mediterranean-inspired escape with panoramic ocean views, a striking hydro bar, a rooftop lounge, and fiery evening entertainment. Managed by Meliá Pattaya Hotel, the venue features a vibrant food and drink menu, blending Asian and Mediterranean flavours with creative cocktails. By day, it’s a serene beachfront hangout; by night, a high-energy hotspot with DJs, LED visuals, and a dramatic fire show. Open daily from 11am to midnight.
6. Taste the Flavours of Kashmir at Novotel Mumbai This August
This August, Novotel Mumbai International Airport presents “Flavours of the Valley”, a Kashmiri food festival curated by Chef Aparimita Sapru. Celebrating the rich culinary traditions of the region, the menu features iconic dishes like Rogan Josh, Mutton Kabargah, Dum Aloo, and Yakhni Pulao, alongside modern twists like Phirni Souffle. Rooted in Wazwan-style cooking, each dish offers a taste of Kashmir’s heritage. Join this soulful culinary journey during the first week of August.
7. JW Marriott Kolkata Brings Vietnam’s Finest for a Two-Night Culinary & Cocktail Showcase
JW Marriott Kolkata, in collaboration with Dean With Us, presents an exclusive two-night celebration of Vietnamese culinary and mixology excellence on August 8 and 9, 2025. Featuring Vietnam’s top talents Chef Nhan Ngo, Thep Dinh, and Huy Ngo. This event promises a sensory journey through Saigon’s vibrant food and cocktail culture. Guests can savour a curated Vietnamese tasting menu at Vintage Asia on August 8, followed by a bar takeover at 2:59 The Bar on August 9, highlighting Stir’s award-winning cocktails. This cultural exchange brings the progressive spirit of Vietnam to the heart of Kolkata, offering an unmissable experience for gourmands and cocktail connoisseurs.
8. SHIVAN & NARRESH Unveil First Home Flagship at The Chanakya, Delhi
SHIVAN & NARRESH has launched its first-ever SHIVAN & NARRESH Homes flagship store at The Chanakya, New Delhi. Spanning 1,000 sq. ft., the space brings the brand’s iconic holiday prints into the world of home décor, featuring wall art, linens, cushions, and artisanal tableware. Designed as an immersive two-part experience, The Dining Room and The Living Room, coloured in Sylvan Green. The collection captures the intimacy of home rituals through layered textures, expressive accents, and curated giftables.
9. The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Returns in 2025
The lingerie giant used an Instagram teaser to announce that its glitzy fashion show will be back on the runway for the second year in a row. Last year, Victoria Secret relaunched its fashion show for the first time in six years, with a star-studded cast of models or “angels” decked in wings that included VS veterans like Adriana Lima, Gigi Hadid and Taylor Hill. And this year the show promises to be bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever. Expect everything you’ve loved about the show – the glamour, the angels, the runway, the music and more.
10. Scarters Launches T2 London Backpack: Sleek Utility for the Modern Professional
Scarters introduces the Terminal | T2 London Backpack, a premium travel companion for modern professionals. Crafted from mindful microfibre and Everlast nylon, it has sleek aesthetics and a purposeful design. Features include a padded laptop sleeve, an AirTag-ready holder, sunglasses and charger compartments, a hotel key card slot on the shoulder strap, and memory foam back support. Water-resistant and trolley-compatible, it’s ideal from airport to boardroom. Additionally, you will also find subtle orange accents, personalisation options, and a 24-month warranty.
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