Luxury news: Surprising developments in Saudi Arabia

 

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October 5, 2017     INSIGHT BY JERI CLAUSING Surprising developments in Saudi Arabia I was a bit surprised when the Saudi government announced Richard Branson was its first foreign investor in its project that aims to turn 50 Saudi Arabian islands in the Red Sea into luxury tourism destinations. READ MORE NEWS Refit complete, Ireland's Kilkea Castle set to welcome guests The 12th century property will be available for whole property buyouts beginning in November and will open as a five-star hotel and resort in the first quarter of 2018. READ MORE New ships for Cunard, Azamara speak to market confidence The ongoing expansion of the cruise industry fleet has started to reach lines that don't often add tonnage. READ MORE Ritz-Carlton adds Bacara Resort & Spa to portfolio Following "significant additional investments," the oceanfront property will feature a Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge with dedicated check-in and concierge areas. READ MORE Playa Hotels adds Sanctuary Cap Cana to portfolio AlSol will no longer operate the all-inclusive Dominican Republic resort. READ MORE     Advertisement     Advertisement BLEISURE TRAVEL BECOMES BIG BUSINESS: BLEND BUSINESS AND LEISURE TRAVEL Bleisure travel has gone mainstream and is poised for even more growth as demographics and lifestyle trends evolve. Tap into this lucrative market with tips for identifying and attracting potential bleisure travel clients, sales and marketing strategies, pitfalls to avoid and more. Sponsored by Asiana Airlines.  Read More FEATURED STORY Colombia chic at InterContinental Cartagena Just a year old, the hotel highlights one of Cartagena's greatest charms: its delightful mix of old and new. READ MORE MORE FROM TRAVEL WEEKLY TW Chats on Twitter, Oct. 11: Cities we love Come bask in urban travel; from museums to city parks to food and hotels and more. Our next Chat: Wed., Oct. 11: 3 p.m. Eastern. READ MORE LUXURY Editor: Jeri Clausing Email the editor Follow us on: Subscribe to Travel Weekly eNewsletters For promotional opportunities in this newsletter, contact sales@travelweekly.com 100 Lighting Way, 2nd Floor, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094   201-902-2000 Privacy Policy You can unsubscribe if you wish to stop receiving TW Luxury newsletter.