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Choosing the perfect hotel room isn’t just about the thread count of your sheets or the amenities offered. As we’ve seen, the view from your window can significantly enhance your overall travel experience, influencing everything from your mental well being to your holiday budget. Most hotels don’t just happen to have stunning views, they are strategically designed to showcase them. I have found some to be a blend of architecture and natural beauty. Whether it’s a cliffside resort that offers panoramic views of the Grand Canyon or a beachside resort with floor-to-ceiling windows to bring the sea indoors, the goal is the same..... to create a transformative guest experience.

When traveling with a group, opting for a villa can be more cost-effective than booking multiple hotel rooms. Villas often provide better value for money, featuring spacious accommodations and shared areas that enhance the experience. To gain a deeper insight Studies show that renting a villa can be 20-30% more cost-effective than booking multiple hotel rooms. Villas offer amenities like private pools and full kitchens, which can save up to 40% on dining costs.  With amenities like private pools, fully equipped kitchens, and multiple bedrooms, villas offer both comfort and convenience at a lower cost per person compared to hotels. Additionally, the opportunity to cook your own meals and enjoy communal spaces can lead to significant savings and a more enjoyable group stay. #GroupTravel #VillaRental #CostEffective #TravelTips #Vacation #TravelPlanning #Amenities #PrivatePool #FullKitchen #Savings

"Expanding Scottsdale Resort: 155 New Rooms and Villas" Read the full article below..

Looking for distressed hotels to be renovated, or apartment buildings to be upgraded, 100+ keys minimum, anywhere in Europe (ideally Portugal or Spain) the client has no maximum budget (their last purchase was 250M EUR). Please message me if you are direct to owner and can provide suitable information to the client! #hotel #apartmentbuilding #hotelinvestor #hotelbuyer #lookingfor #realestate #property #propertyinvestor #realestateinvestor #portugal #spain #portugalhotel #portugalinvestor #spainhotel #spaininvestor

Imagine this: a place you’ve always dreamed of calling home. It’s not just any place, but one that overlooks the deep blues of Ambergris Caye, Belize. There, you’ll find the Belize Marriot Residences – a property where colonial elegance blends effortlessly with Marriott®'s signature luxury. Every morning, the sun rises, and you’re right there, on your private terrace, watching as the Caribbean unfolds before you. Maybe it's a day for adventure—snorkeling, diving, paddleboarding—or maybe it’s a day for nothing at all, just lounging on the beach, listening to the waves. There’s something here for every version of you. And the resort itself? It’s that perfect intersection of comfort and luxury, of tropical ease and understated elegance. Add to all of this the reassurance of owning a property managed by Marriott®, a name you already trust, and you get something beyond a residence. A guarantee that every little detail is taken care of. So you can have those lazy afternoons on the rooftop, soaking in the last light of day. Dinners that linger, right there by the beach. Spa days where everything else just fades away. There are only a few of these residences left, and with the doors opening in 2025, this is your chance to make that dream real. Because someday is a slippery thing. And the time to catch it, to make it yours, is now. Reach out today: https://hubs.ly/Q02RDqBQ0

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“One&Only Resorts Kéa Island, just a 45-minute speedboat ride from Athens, has officially opened. Set on a 65-hectare beachfront on Kéa’s west coast, the all-villa resort features cliffside accommodation with private infinity pools and panoramic sea views. Designed by John Heah, it blends local stone and marble with Cycladic elements.” Read the full report here: bit.ly/3WAQnLC #LuxuryResort #Beachfront #OneAndOnly #KeaIsland #LuxuryBriefing #IndustryReport

The Gateway to Authentic Mallorca   Nestled in the heart of Mallorca, Spain, a short distance from the bustling coastal resorts, lies a remarkable opportunity. This enchanting boutique hotel, now available for acquisition, offers investors a unique chance to own an authentic 12th century Mallorcan luxury resort.   This is not just a hotel; it's a gateway to the island's soul. Located in the serene countryside, it provides guests with an immersive experience of Mallorca's rich cultural tapestry. The property's location is its secret weapon, attracting discerning travelers who seek to explore beyond the beaches and discover the island's inland treasures. Visitors are drawn by the promise of tranquility and authenticity. They come to wander through nearby olive groves, sample wines at local vineyards, and explore nearby villages. The hotel serves as a perfect base for hiking and cycling enthusiasts, with scenic routes winding through the Mallorcan heartland.   The property itself is a testament to timeless Mallorcan architecture, seamlessly blending rustic charm with modern luxury. Its intimate size allows for personalized experiences that one will not find at larger establishments. The farm-to-table restaurant, featuring produce from local farms and the hotel's own garden, has become a destination in its own right.   As travelers increasingly seek authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences, this inland retreat is perfectly positioned to meet that demand. For more information about this unique opportunity, contact Luxury Hotel Advisors.   #MallorcaHotel #BoutiqueHotel #hotelinvestments #LuxuryRealEstate #hotelforsale #Hotelinvestors

According to CoStar Downtown Myrtle Beach Hospitality, the Myrtle Beach market comprises 274 hotel properties, which contain around 32,000 total rooms. Hotels tend to be larger in the area than in the typical U.S. market, but not by a huge amount. The average building has around 118 rooms, compared to the U.S. average of 88 rooms per building. There are 134 rooms spread between two projects underway in the Myrtle Beach market, representing a 0.4% expansion of the existing inventory. This new supply follows a material amount of recent development: Around 1,100 rooms have delivered in the past three years. #Sperry-KEY Group #CoStar #myrtlebeach #commercialrealestate

Designed as what appears to be a series of luxury pods, Chablé Sea of Cortez will seamlessly blend luxury hospitality with the natural desert environment of Baja California Sur. The entire property located in La Paz will spread out over nearly 700,000 square feet of desert and host 50 suites. Each one of the suites will boast its own garden, terrace space and plunge pool. Amenities at the resort property will include a large spa facility, a deluxe event space, a private beach with an ocean-front pool and three different restaurants for guests. #businesstravelmanagement #travelmanagement #travelmanagementcompany #destinationmanagementcompany #corporatetravelmanagers #corporatetravelcompany #destinationmanagement #riskmanagementtravel #globalmobility #travelvisas #traveldocuments #travelriskmanagementcompany #travelmanagementservices #leisuretravel