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Welcome to The Check-in, your weekly touchpoint for all things travel. Think of it as your check-in for the latest news, your check-in before takeoff and your check-in to the world’s most exclusive stays. From just-opened five-star hotels and seasonal pop ups to the launch of globe-spanning expeditions, we’ll keep you in the know with the highlights that matter.
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Abercrombie & Kent Sanctuary Announces Luxury Moab Retreat
Moab, Utah, USLuxury travel specialist Abercrombie & Kent is expanding its luxury portfolio with a new luxury retreat in Moab, marking the first A&K Sanctuary in North America.
Set to open in 2027, the intimate desert getaway will be located at the gateway to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, set among dramatic canyons and private trails. The intimate retreat will host just 40 guests across one- and two-bedroom standalone suites.
Guests will have access to a curated programme of experiences, offering activities such as hiking, biking and rafting, as well as also offering classic A&K expert-led touring, including scenic drives, geological interpretation and photography excursions. The retreat will also feature a spa, designed to complement the surrounding natural beauty.
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Four Seasons Unveils Private Jet Itineraries for 2027
Four Seasons has announced the first four journeys in its 2027 collection of Private Jet Experience itineraries. These itineraries, Unchartered Discovery, Asia Unveiled, International Intrigue and Timeless Encounters, introduce new destinations to the brand, such as Cartagena, Colombia and Tamarindo, and Mexico.
With only 48 travelers per departure, these itineraries will offer guests a range of exciting experiences, from a private viewing of Michelangelo’s David to food adventures via Vespa in Vietnam.
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Rosewood opens Rosewood Amsterdam and Rosewood Mandarina
Luxury hospitality brand Rosewood has opened its first property in the Netherlands and fourth property in Mexico. Rosewood Amsterdam, housed in the former Palace of Justice, marks the final new development permitted within a monumental building in the city. The hotel is home to house 134 guest rooms and five signature houses, with the interiors paying tribute to Dutch craftsmanship.
Further afield, Rosewood has also opened a brand new all-suite resort, Rosewood Mandarina, in the Riviera Nayarit region on the Pacific coast of Mexico. Rosewood Mandarina is spread across three distinct ecosystems – ocean, mountain and flatlands. The resort is home to 134 suite accommodations, including three specialty suites and two standalone villas.
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TCS World Travel Announces 2026 Private Jet Expeditions
TCS World Travel has unveiled 11 global journeys. The new schedule features eleven journeys across six continents aboard the company’s custom-configured Airbus A321, with highlights including the return of the flagship Around the World tour and a brand-new itinerary: Grandeur of the Mediterranean.
This newly launched Mediterranean itinerary explores a collection of lesser-traveled locales, from the hidden coastal towns of Montenegro and the medieval villages of Croatia to the ancient wonders of Tunisia and Egypt.
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Aman Re-imagines Rosa Alpina
Dolomites, ItalyThe reimagined Aman Rosa Alpina, located in the villages of San Cassiano in Italy’s Dolomites, has opened reservations, following an extensive refurbishment penned by internationally acclaimed architect and long standing Aman collaborator, Jean-Michel Gathy.
Previously the Rosa Alpina, the Aman Rosa Alpina has been meticulously re-envisioned to future-proof the hotels iconic status. The transformation includes a newly built Aman Spa, a complete remodelling of all guest rooms and suites, the introduction of two new 1,615-sq-ft Aman Suites, and the reconfiguration of the 3,015-sq-ft Chalet Zeno, now offering two larger suites as a private retreat for up to four guests.
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The Langham Celebrates 160th Anniversary with One-of-a-kind Journey
As part of The Langham‘s 160th anniversary celebration, the brand has launched a six-night journey for six guests, split between New York and London.
The journey begins with a three nights stay at the Empire State Penthouse at The Langham, New York. Guests will enjoy a sommelier-led Chef’s Table at Ai Fiori and a private cocktail reception atop the Empire State Building, before travelling via private jet to The Langham, London for a three night stay at the Sterling Suite. Itinerary highlights include a private Tower Bridge dinner and a cooking session with chef Michel Roux Jr.
Price
Starting from $255,000 USD
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises Presents Largest All-inclusive, Ultra-luxury Cruise Suite
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has revealed of the Skyview Regent Suite, the world’s largest all-inclusive, ultra luxury cruise ship. The two-level suite includes 3,703 sq ft of wraparound balcony space, two bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, an elegant living room, a floating natural stone staircase alongside a private in-suite elevator, a personal gym and sauna, an expansive walk-in closet, and a formal in-suite dining area complemented by a glass-enclosed bar.
The Seven Seas Prestige will sail her inaugural season across Europe and the Caribbean, set to launch December 2026.
Price
From $25,000 per night
