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Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), announced today that an affiliate of Hyatt has entered into management contracts with Chai Talay Hotel Co. Ltd. for The Barai Hua Hin. The Unbound Collection will debut in Thailand with this hotel. The new hotel will add to Hyatt’s portfolio in Thailand which includes 15 properties under seven brands, including Park Hyatt. Andaz. The Standard. The StandardX. Grand Hyatt. Hyatt Regency. Hyatt Place. The Unbound Collection was developed by Hyatt because they believed that each hotel has a story to tell. Each hotel and resort within the collection offers a story-worthy experience—whether tied to…

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Top 5 Things You Can’t Miss Enjoy breathtaking views from the Skyway Monte Bianco Gondola as it ascends nearly 11,000 feet.Enjoy the Fontina Val d’Aosta local cuisine, including creamy risottos, polenta mushrooms and desserts like the Mont Blanc.Soak and steam your way into bliss in the Erre Spa at Grand Hotel Courmayeur Mont Blanc or the wellness center at Montana Lodge & Spa.Spend a day snowshoeing in the tranquil Val Veny. Then warm up over a delicious long lunch at a cozy chalet. Rifugio.Sip mountain-grown biodynamic wines and alpine vermouth at stylish bars like Café Roma and Le Dahu. Courmayeur…

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First InvestorsThe real estate affiliate of First HospitalityThe. Jan Hajek as EVP, asset management & investments. In this role he will oversee the execution of business plans for investment across the firm’s premium select-service hotel portfolio, as well as full-service and lifestyle properties. This is done by leveraging his two decades of expertise in asset management, financial planning, and real estate investments. Hajek is a member in the senior leadership group and will manage the renovation planning, budgeting, and execution with First Hospitality. Additionally, he will be responsible for driving the implementation of investment plans across First Investors’ $700 million national…

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Reading Time 2 The following are some of the most recent and relevant articles. UK: Hotel, health and wellness club Village Hotels acquired the former DoubleTree Hilton Sheffield Park at Chesterfield Roud South, Sheffield. The property will undergo multi-million-pound renovations and remain closed until the work is completed. The property will reopen in the year 2026. It will offer a range of amenities including a Village Health & Wellness Club, a Pub & Grill and an on-site Starbucks, as well as meeting and event space. This is the first time Village has acquired a property in Sheffield and follows its…

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If you cannot roll your spaghetti onto the fork, choose a shorter pasta. Alexander Spatari/GettyPasta basicsThe rolling of spaghetti onto a fork is not difficult. You can cut your pasta into bite-sized pieces, but you should choose “short” pastas like penne, conchiglie and tortiglioni. These are easier to eat using a fork. You should always eat pasta al dente. It’s not just a connoisseur’s rule. Overcooked pasta can be difficult to digest. Once you start eating al dente, you won’t want to change.Other notes on coffee cultureIn Italy, coffee is a serious business. It does not require many variations or…

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If you are a local or “washashore”, as the locals call those who are not from the area, or just an interested day-tripper. Provincetown—at the outermost point of Cape Cod—has long beckoned visitors. The hub of the whalers, fisherman and LGBTQIA+ communities is always changing and inviting. You can fill up a whole week with things to do in Ptown. However, those who are looking for an efficient way to enjoy this slice of New England paradise in one day can still have a great time. From linguiça breakfast sandwiches (a nod to the local Portuguese community) to afternoon “tea…

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Images by Le Méridien Dubai Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre has promoted Mariam Aziz to the role of complex director of events, overseeing the events and group business across five Marriott properties, including the flagship Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Aloft Dubai Airport, Element Dubai Airport, Aloft Al Mina, and Element Al Mina. Aziz, who has worked for Marriott since 2004, brings with him a wealth and depth of operational experience as well as a successful track record when it comes to delivering seamless experiences. In her previous role as complex senior manager – groups and…

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Image credit Cinnamon Beach Holidays    Cinnamon Beach Vacations has made select rental properties available on the Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy platform as of August 12, 2025. Cinnamon Beach Vacations, a property management company based in Flagler County, has announced that its rental properties are now listed on the Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy platform. The company can now offer their properties to a larger audience by using Marriott’s booking system. The Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy platform features over 180,000 whole home rentals in more than 10,000 destinations globally. All properties on the platform must meet…

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“If you go to Italy, you must try the _______,” gushes your just-got-back-from-Italy friend. It’s not as simple as it seems. Italy has at least 35 different pasta types, 20 distinct regions, and hundreds of regional dialects. This is just the shapes of pasta, not the sauce. The culture and cuisine of this country are anything but homogenous. This is why recommending a single Italian dish that you must try would be a mistake. I’d never recommend you order pesto in Puglia If you’re in Liguria, I recommend that you order homemade orecchiette. These dishes are not local specialties and…

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In a recent study, the Bukit Gasing Circular was named as Southeast Asia’s best hiking trail.This 2.4-mile loop, located in Bukit gasing Forest Reserve, features “killer stairs,” suspended bridges, elevated platforms and is best suited for moderate to beginner hikers.The study evaluated trails across 11 Southeast Asian nations, with Malaysia taking nine of the 10 top spots. When people think about popular outdoor destinations in AsiaThe rugged mountains of Bhutan, Kumano Kodo in Japan, and Thailand’s jungles and beaches may be the first to come to mind. Southeast Asia’s often-overlooked country, however, is fast becoming a rising superstar. A new…

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