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Capella Ubud is delighted to announce the appointment of Christian Jaquier as its new General Manager. With over 20 years of diverse experience in luxury hospitality across Asia, Africa, and the United States, Christian brings a unique blend of expertise, warmth, and a deep passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences.

Patina Maldives, Fari Islands is pleased to announce the appointment of Beñat Alonso as Director of Culinary. With over two decades of international culinary experience, including leadership roles at Michelin-starred restaurants and iconic hotels across the globe, Alonso will oversee the resort’s vibrant  dining programme, comprising 13 distinct culinary concepts, as well as in-villa dining and the resort’s sustainable farming initiatives.

Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, the Middle East’s first full-immersion wellness resort, has celebrated World Mangrove Day with the planting of 200 new mangrove seedlings at the resort’s Mangrove Deck. Supporting the resort’s Mangrove Restoration project, this enlightening session highlighted the crucial role mangrove forests play in preserving the planet’s health. Celebrated Qatari athlete and newly appointed Friend of Chiva-Som, Mariam Faris, also joined the initiative.

Boutique luxury resort, The Pavilions Phuket, is enhancing its dining experiences under the direction of Arnaud Violtat as Executive Chef. With a deep passion for culinary excellence, Chef Arnaud draws on his extensive experience in Michelin-starred kitchens to deliver exemplary dining experiences across the resort’s Firefly Pool & Restaurant, 360° Bar and signature ALTO Restaurant.

Iconic Malaysian rainforest resort, The Datai Langkawi, has unveiled its new partnership with LUX Tennis, one of the world’s leading tennis management companies specialising in bespoke coaching programmes for luxury resorts. This collaboration brings world-class tennis and padel coaching experiences to The Datai Langkawi, making it the first resort in Langkawi to introduce padel courts. 

Born from the Fari Islands' founding vision as "The Home of Island Artistry", where 'Fari' ("beautiful" in Dhivehi) captures not just scenic wonder but the deeper beauty of cultural connection, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives and Patina Maldives unite in their shared commitment to unveil the complete programme for the inaugural Fari Islands Festival, taking place from 19 to 22 September 2025.  

Family-owned, art-infused boutique resort, Tanah Gajah, a Resort by Hadiprana has further elevated its villa accommodation with the addition of four Premier One Bedroom Club Pool Villas – designed to cater to guests seeking the epitome of luxury and serenity, whether for a romantic getaway or a peaceful retreat for a small family. 

Patina Osaka, the first hotel in Japan by Capella Hotel Group which opened on 1 May 2025, marks mindful creativity and local artistry with a special collection of exclusive merchandise designed with VERDY, a globally recognised cultural leader and creative force originally from Osaka.

Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, the Middle East’s first and largest immersive wellness destination, proudly introduces the Radiance & Glow Retreat, an exclusive seven-night retreat curated to restore inner vitality and reveal a luminous self.

Capella Ubud, Bali, launches bespoke family getaway and invites discerning families to embark on an extraordinary journey where nature, heritage, and indulgence intertwine.

Boutique luxury hotel group, The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts is helping discerning travellers embark on a memorable summer escape with its latest seasonal offers, from four nights for the price of three in a 19th century château or 10 per cent off a stay in the heart of Madrid, to guided running tours of Rome and delectable dining experiences in Bali, Nepal and Phuket.

Capella Hotel Group has engaged former Six Senses CEO Neil Jacobs as Senior Strategic Advisor to provide counsel as the group continues its growth trajectory. Jacobs will bring his extensive hospitality experience to offer strategic insights for the brand's direction. He will focus on strengthening the brand's key differentiators, ensuring they remain authentic and relevant as the industry evolves, with guest experience as the core focus.

Transformative luxury retreat, Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, introduces the latest chapter of its ongoing signature lifestyle programming, The Perpetual Journey, taking place from July to September 2025. The third quarter’s curated programme weaves together elevated wellness residencies with renowned practitioners, immersive cultural celebrations including the inaugural Fari Islands Festival, and elite football camps with newly crowned Bundesliga champions FC Bayern Munich.

Chiva-Som Hua Hin, has announced an exclusive collaboration with Natalie Dau, Guinness World Record Holder and ultra-marathon champion, and Dawn Sim, seasoned yoga practitioner, to present a complimentary four-day wellness programme for resort guests between 26th to 29th August 2025.

Zulal Wellness Resort, the Middle East’s most iconic wellness destination by Chiva-Som, proudly announces its exclusive partnership with Qatar Airways Privilege Club, becoming the first wellness resort to offer Avios through the Card-Linked Offers programme.

The Datai Langkawi has announced the launch of limited-edition book, PRIMUS - The Primates of Peninsular Malaysia, a magnificent tome documenting Malaysia's diverse and endangered primate species. Born of a year of intensive labour and featuring awe-inspiring photography by celebrated wildlife photographer Peter Ong and a foreword by renowned conservationist Dr Jane Goodall, the impressive tome transports readers to wondrous rainforests of Peninsular Malaysia.

Capella Hotels and Resorts has been named “Best Hotel Brand” in Travel + Leisure's annual World's Best Awards for the third consecutive year. Singapore-based luxury hospitality brand celebrates a proud milestone, honoured once again in Travel + Leisure's prestigious World's Best Awards.

Malaysia Aviation Group, parent company of national carrier Malaysia Airlines, has exercised its purchase rights for 20 additional A330neo aircraft through a direct order with Airbus – reaffirming its commitment to a long-term strategy for fleet renewal and network development. This acquisition will see Malaysia Airlines become one of the largest A330neo operators in the APAC region – strengthening its position as a leading premium airline in one of the world’s fastest growin

Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, the Middle East’s first full-immersion wellness destination, unveils its latest offering, the Body Transformation retreat - a transformative and results-oriented wellness programme designed to help guests lose weight sustainably, sculpt their bodies, and most importantly, acquire the tools and knowledge to maintain their ideal weight long after their stay.

Fari Islands, the four-island archipelago and unique ecosystem of world-class hospitality brands including The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, Capella Hotel Group’s Patina Maldives and the innovative Fari Campus, is working collaboratively towards its net zero vision.