Four Seasons builds on 65-year legacy
As Four Seasons marks its 65th anniversary, the company enters 2026 from a position of strength, guided by disciplined growth, service excellence and long-term value creation. Founded in 1961, Four Seasons now operates 135 hotels and resorts and 61 residences in 47 countries, with approximately 60 additional projects in development.
Upcoming openings span key markets across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, including landmark projects in Venice, Mykonos, Saudi Arabia and Hanoi. The company continues to expand its branded residential portfolio, with 65 percent of its pipeline including a residential component.
Four Seasons is also advancing experiential travel through the debut of Four Seasons Yachts in 2026 and the continued growth of its Private Jet and curated multi-property journeys.
Emirates, Marriott launch Ritz-Carlton Lodge
Emirates and Marriott International have signed an agreement to open Emirates Wolgan Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Lodge in Australia’s Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area, marking the global debut of the Ritz-Carlton Lodge brand. Set on a 7,000-acre conservancy in New South Wales, the 40-key all-inclusive luxury lodge is expected to open in mid-2026.
Emirates has invested AU$150 million ($106,800,750) in the property since 2006 and is committing an additional AU$50 million to transform it in collaboration with Marriott. The redevelopment aims to deliver refined luxury while preserving the site’s environmental and cultural heritage.
Occupying less than two percent of the protected reserve, the lodge will feature private pool lodges, immersive nature experiences and conservation-led programming. The project is expected to create around 150 local jobs.
Masterkey Guild debuts in Dubai
The Masterkey Guild has officially launched in the UAE as an exclusive membership community for global hospitality leaders, marked by a launch event at Address Beach Resort, Dubai. Founded by industry veteran Glenn Nobbs, the Guild brings together active hotel and resort General Managers and senior hospitality executives from the GCC and beyond.
Designed as a trusted peer network and resource hub, the Guild offers private events, roundtables, leadership training, wellness initiatives, and an annual international retreat. Members also gain access to strategic partners, recruitment and consultancy support, mentorship, and investor connections.
Supported by an experienced Advisory Board, The Masterkey Guild aims to provide a confidential space for senior leaders to connect, share insights, recharge, and strengthen both professional performance and personal resilience in an evolving hospitality landscape.
Nammos expands with AMAALA Resort
Nammos will open its first-ever resort, Nammos Resort AMAALA, this spring at AMAALA’s Triple Bay, marking the brand’s debut under its global expansion plan with ADMO Lifestyle Holding. Built around its philosophy of “Endless Joy,” the resort blends high-energy social luxury with regenerative wellbeing.
The property will feature 110 rooms and suites, pool bungalows, villas and 20 private residences, including the exclusive Cliff Villa. Amenities include a private island, infinity pools, Blu Kids Club and three dining venues, led by the iconic Nammos Restaurant. Nammos Spa will debut its “Boundless Wellbeing” concept in partnership with Augustinus Bader.
Guests will also access AMAALA’s wider offerings, including its Yacht Club and marine institute. The resort is designed to operate on 100 per cent renewable energy, supporting AMAALA’s zero-carbon vision.