Luxury Hospitality Segment: New Launches in Mumbai, Naples, Seoul, Baja, and Las Vegas

The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, is back! After a long wait, the luxury resort on Florida’s Gulf Coast is finally reopening, and it’s bigger and better than ever. With a new tower, more dining options, and revamped outdoor spaces, The Ritz-Carlton is ready to show off its new facelift to the world.

But that’s not all! Hidden Leaf Baja has opened up as a premier location for wellness retreats. The estate, located in the picturesque town of Todos Santos in Baja California Sur, Mexico, offers luxurious accommodations for up to thirteen guests. With a saltwater swimming pool, fire pits, and a rooftop lounge, Hidden Leaf Baja is the perfect spot for anyone looking to escape the daily grind and focus on their well-being.

Meanwhile, Avighna Group, Mumbai’s leading real estate developer, is investing Rs.1,000 crore to develop two luxury residential towers in Worli. They’re funding the whole thing without seeking any external borrowings or institutional funding.

Last but not least, Four Seasons is announcing new standalone private residences in Las Vegas, set to debut in 2026. The luxury high-rise residences will offer full-service, resort-style living and world-class amenities, including a signature restaurant from Elizabeth Blau + Associates. And with panoramic views of the Strip, you’ll never want to leave.

The Ritz-Carlton, Naples reopens on July 6th, 2023 with Elevated Accommodations and Expanded Culinary Experiences

The Vanderbilt Tower, a new Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge, and resort-wide upgrades usher in a new era of luxury and comfort to the iconic Florida resort

The Ritz-Carlton, Naples reopens on July 6th, 2023, following an extensive renovation and expansion begun in 2021 that elevates the iconic resort’s guest experience to new heights. The legendary resort on Florida’s Gulf Coast will debut the Vanderbilt Tower which features an expansive new Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge and more than seventy club-level guestrooms, along with a new resort lobby, and three new dining experiences. The reconfigured resort presents re-imagined outdoor spaces including new pools, bungalows, and cabanas along with extensive redesigns to all the resort’s 474 guest rooms and suites.

A major highlight of the renovation is the addition of the Vanderbilt Tower, the resort’s Club Level tower featuring upgraded appointments and direct views of the Gulf of Mexico. The crown jewel of the new tower is the new Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge, featuring a dedicated full-service bar, media room, exclusive programming, and five daily culinary presentations.

Hidden Leaf Baja Opens as Premier Location for Wellness Retreats

Hidden Leaf Baja, a luxurious estate located in the picturesque town of Todos Santos in Baja California Sur, Mexico, is now available for practitioners to host their own wellness retreats and experiences.

This architectural gem with four-bedrooms, six-bathrooms, and four en suite bell glamping tents sits on two acres of peaceful gardens surrounded by serene views of the mountains and Pacific Ocean; accommodations for up to thirteen guests makes this the perfect location for retreats. This desert sanctuary provides a tranquil setting for practitioners and retreat goers to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and focus exclusively on their well-being.

In addition to a saltwater swimming pool and in ground spa, sunken fire pits, outdoor pavilion with lounging areas, a rooftop lounge and dining area, this retreat location is ideal for meditation in the gardens, workshops, on-site therapeutic massage, ceremonies, and movement in and around the property. This retreat destination is surrounded by natural areas and beaches that are unique to Baja California.

Avighna Group to develop two luxury residential towers in Mumbai

Avighna Group, Mumbai’s leading real estate developer, has announced the expansion of its residential portfolio with plans to develop two ultra-luxury residential towers in Worli. The two towers – a 17-storey tower and a 35-storey tower – will collectively have a saleable area of ∼2,00,000 square feet. The two projects will entail an investment outlay of Rs. 1,000 crore and the debt-free developer will fund both projects entirely through internal accruals, without seeking any external borrowings or institutional funding. Construction work on both projects has commenced in full swing.

Avighna Group, developers of Mumbai’s first cluster redevelopment project – the 4.5-million square feet Avighna Estate in Central Mumbai – have a reputation for delivering quality projects on time. The developer recently completed the 19-storey Grade-A office building Avighna House, a commercial project at Worli Naka.

The 17-storey building consists exclusively of luxury residences and while the 35-storey tower will have residential and retail units. Both projects will have luxury homes in configurations of 3, 4 and 5 bedrooms, with sweeping views of the Worli sea face as well as the Mahalaxmi Race Course. Both the new projects will have best-in-class amenities and luxury features, as well as benchmark sustainability initiatives – right from energy-efficient construction and maintenance to resource conservation and minimum carbon footprint.

Four Seasons Private Residences Las Vegas

Leader in branded residential since 1985, Four Seasons continues to expand its global portfolio of luxury homes in the world’s most sought-after destinations. The company’s growing collection of standalone Private Residences offer unmatched privacy, alongside the renowned personalized service and property management expertise that homeowners can expect when living with Four Seasons.

Offering full-service, resort-style living and world-class amenities, the luxury high-rise residences with dramatic Strip views will be home to a signature restaurant from Elizabeth Blau + Associates, gym and spa, access to the community’s Members-only country club, and more.

Four Seasons Private Residences Las Vegas will be set within the MacDonald Highlands community, a private 11-acre (4.5 hectare) oasis in Henderson, Nevada and minutes from the world-class entertainment, fine dining and upscale shopping of Las Vegas. The new project will comprise 171 high-rise residences with panoramic views and six standalone, family-style villas, offering a cosmopolitan lifestyle with contemporary desert design, resort-inspired amenities and fully-serviced luxury living marked by Four Seasons thoughtful and genuine care.

Rosewood Seoul is a new build ultra-luxury hotel set to open in 2027.

Situated beside Yongsan Park in the heart of the city, the hotel will exist within The Parkside Seoul, a revolutionary development occupying the former site of the United Nations Command. The mixed-use neighborhood will also include high-end retail and residences connected by expansive outdoor spaces, creating a new environment for activity and human interaction.

Akin to Central Park in New York or Hyde Park in London, the hotel’s neighboring Yongsan Park will serve as a new hub that stretches from the banks of the Han River to the foot of Namsan Mountain and includes noteworthy attractions such as the National Museum of Korea.

Designed by renowned interior design firm Space Copenhagen, Rosewood Seoul will feature approximately 250 rooms and suites, amongst the largest in the city. An urban resort in its own right, the property will boast a selection of amenities, including seven restaurants and bars and comprehensive wellness facilities. Curated to welcome both guests and locals, these offerings will also transform the hospitality landscape for residents. Through a welcoming and inspiring atmosphere, Rosewood Seoul will invite creatives, innovators, and tastemakers to enjoy a collaborative and enriching environment.

Rosewood Seoul will also be home to Asaya, Rosewood’s comprehensive wellness concept focused on the intersections between physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This expression of Asaya will be designed to incorporate offerings that speak to Korea’s cutting-edge approach and commitment to health and beauty.

POKER NIGHT IN AMERICA LAUNCHES FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND “POKER RESIDENCY” IN LAS VEGAS MANSION

Poker Night in America (PNIA), the flagship cash game television show produced by Rush Street Interactive, is raising the stakes for TV poker and the Las Vegas poker scene. After nine seasons of filming in some of America’s most prestigious card rooms, PNIA has set up shop in a 10,000-square foot private mansion in Las Vegas where the new ‘Studio 52’ will broadcast innovative gaming content beginning May 15th—with a little help from some friends.

PNIA has engaged a wide-ranging line-up of poker personalities to broadcast from Studio 52, from Lon McEachern—the voice of the World Series of Poker on ESPN for over 20 years—to YouTube sensation Joey Ingram. “Aceholes” duo Nikki Limo and Caitlin Comeskey will bring their brand of humor to the project, and cross paths with Jason Somerville of “Run It Up” fame, world-renowned poker player Phil Galfond, and coach Lexy Gavin-Mathers, who starred in season 9 of PNIA.

A roster of world-class chefs, mixologists, and entertainers are also slated to be on hand to provide an elevated experience for those viewing and playing at Studio 52. DJ Chef, a champion of Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen,” is first up in the kitchen on May 15.

Studio 52 is outfitted with a full Poker Night in America production set, luxury commentary suite, backyard wine cave, and outdoor game pavilion, among other high-end amenities.

Mount Airy Casino Resort, Pennsylvania’s first AAA Four Diamond Casino Resort, is gearing up to celebrate the unofficial start of summer by hosting a series of kickoff bashes this upcoming Memorial Day Weekend.

The highlight of the weekend includes the official opening of Mount Airy’s luxury indoor/outdoor pool and entertainment complex on Saturday, May 27th. The free event starts at 9 p.m. with live music performed by the Kira Krakovesky Duo.

Guests can lounge poolside in a private cabana while enjoying refreshing cocktails or dine on delicious light fare on the 7,600 square-foot outdoor deck area that boasts table-side fire pits and expansive views of the resort’s lake and golf course.

The Village at Frieden and The Artisan, a New Luxury Four Star Destination Resort, in Fredericksburg, Texas

Fredericksburg Development announces the launch of The Village at Frieden, a 240-acre master planned community being developed in the historic City of Fredericksburg. Located between Austin and San Antonio, Fredericksburg, with its 175-year history, is in the center of the Texas Hill and Wine Country which attracts over five million visitors per year who are drawn to the area by the bucolic scenery, quaint small towns and dozens of vineyards and wineries.

The vision Frieden’s founders had for the Village concept was to create, across the gently rolling topography of the site, a destination resort community that celebrates the history and culture of the Hill Country with a focus upon the wines and the foods of the region and brings a new level of personalized experiences, amenities, and services to the market. The Village of Frieden includes Frieden, a luxury residential gated community, the Artisan, a destination four-star luxury resort hotel, and the Verandas at Frieden, a luxury rental community. Additionally, the Village will ultimately showcase numerous other top-quality restaurant and entertainment venues, signature lifestyle retail shops, and intimate community parks that are connected by an extensive bike and walking trail system.