Ready or not, November is here. And while there are plenty of reasons why this particular November may not be everyone’s favorite, there’s still plenty of good stuff in store, like booking a trip to one of the incredible new hotels now open (detailed below) or snagging tickets to see. “Wicked” movie, which will release later this month.
Halloween may be behind us, but it’s still worth looking back at some of October’s jump-scare moments: The Four Seasons Hotel New York, owned by Beanie Baby creator Ty Warner, is finally reopening next month after years of closure. by epidemic; Ritz-Carlton Announces Plans for Sparkling New Property in Cancun; And Hilton Honors signed up its 200 millionth member.
A slew of exciting hotels opened in October, including the highly anticipated Regent Santa Monica Beach and Thompson Palm Springs. In Las Vegas, a major shake-up on the Strip has seen Accor’s Delano property rebranded as the W Las Vegas, further strengthening MGM’s partnership with Marriott.
Here’s what else you need to know:
A ‘Wicked’ themed suite arrives (probably via a bubble) in Times Square
“Wicked” fans have more than one reason to rejoice in November: The highly anticipated film opens in theaters on Nov. 22, and the New York Hilton Midtown is celebrating by inviting fans to see Elphaba and Glinda in swankified suites. Available for stays between November 21, 2024 and January 5, 2025, the suite, which can accommodate up to four guests, includes breakfast pastries delivered by hot air balloon, a hidden bar, magical elixirs (well, themed cocktails) and more. To book, visit The official “Wicked, for the Stay” page on the Hilton website.
The Pendry-branded estate welcomes guests to New Jersey
Those looking to fulfill some kind of aristocratic fantasy — or who just need to escape to a beautiful place with plenty of room to stretch out — should consider booking a trip. Now open Pantry Natirar in Somerset County, New Jersey. A 33,000-square-foot 1912 Tudor-style mansion is the resort’s centerpiece, set on 400 acres of conservation land. There, guests can expect 66 rooms and suites, delicious food sourced from the on-property farm on ninety acres, revitalizing treatments at the spa pantry, and outdoor activities like all the other trappings of estate life: swimming pools, tennis courts, hiking, and horseback riding. Rides, and even a kids club.
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Marriott’s luxury brands have great partnerships of the season
Marriott’s Ritz-Carlton and W brands want guests to take a piece of the hotel experience with them — and they’re encouraging this through smart partnerships, unique designs and cool styles.
The Ritz-Carlton has teamed up with hotel-inspired clothing brand Late Checkout to release a range of wearables that you can buy with cash or Marriott Bonvoy points, such as Iconic blue zipper jacket with hotel logo ($680 or 151,000 Marriott Bonvoy points) and Ritz-Carlton-branded baseball hat ($85 or 21,000 points).
Meanwhile, W Hotels has teamed up with French artist Thomas Leloux to create a series of cheeky and playful canvas tote bags and notecards that offer a travel-forward take on his signature quotes and scribbles. Personalized favors include totes that say, “Sometimes all you need is a one-way flight“and”Wake me up when there is no wifi” (both $35 or 10,000 points), and a A pack of notecards with multiple phrases ($25 or 7,000 points).
A legendary sushi spot is coming to the Waldorf Astoria Resort, Grand Wailea
For me, sushi is always a good idea – especially when you’re in a seaside destination where you can count on the freshest fish. Hawaii, for example, is a great place for sushi—and soon, Grand Wailea, Waldorf Astoria. resort to The island of Maui would be the home of Nobu’s outpost. Scheduled to open next summer, Nobu at Grand Wailea will offer 13,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor dining space and Nobu’s world-renowned Japanese menu, including celebrity-favorite rock shrimp tempura, black cod with miso and yellowtail jalapeño.
The St. Regis celebrates its 60th anniversary
The St. Regis, one of the premier luxury brands in Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio, welcomes a new member to the family in October: The St. Regis on the Bund, Shanghai. Throughout the property, which offers views of Pudong’s iconic skyline, guests will find 192 rooms and suites, the St. Regis Spa, the St. Regis Bar and its property-exclusive Bloody Mary, as well as both Western and International restaurants, a Chinese restaurant. , and a soon-to-open venue for afternoon tea and champagne.
A beloved Japanese brand is opening a resort in the US
Japanese hospitality is legendary, especially at Hoshino Properties and its onsen ryokans, or resorts centered around Japanese hot springs. Now, for the first time, Hoshino plans to bring that onsen experience to the US with the opening of a property in Sharon Springs, New York in 2028. Sharon Springs, like many of the places you’ll find Hoshino properties in Japan, is known for its mineral waters and their rejuvenating properties. Details are scant at the moment, but we do know the property will have 40 ryokan-style accommodations and certainly plenty of ways to enjoy Sharon Springs’ most precious natural resource: water.
Six Senses doubles down on Italy
Following the success of Six Senses Rome, a wellness-focused city hotel that TPG called “the textbook definition of a city sanctuary,” IHG is adding two new Six Senses properties to the Italian landscape: Six Senses Milan and Six Senses Lake Como. Six Senses Milan, scheduled for 2025, will feature 68 rooms and 15 suites in Milan’s artists’ quarter, as well as a rooftop bar and pool and a state-of-the-art spa. Opening in 2028, Six Senses Lake Como will see the former Grand Hotel Cadenabia undergo a full restoration before opening with 102 rooms, a floating pool on the lake, a specialty restaurant and a terrace bar and restaurant.
In other news:
- World Survivor members can now earn points by using Peloton at hotels around the world
- IHG will cut ties with The Venetian Resort Las Vegas at the end of the year
- Hyatt’s all-inclusive resort offerings will expand significantly with the new Bahia Principe partnership
- It’s Hot: Hamptons by Hilton is now serving up sparkling pink waffles by the Paris Hilton
- One of Miami’s hottest hotels is opening in NYC next year — and that’s good news for Accor fans.
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