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🏖 InterContinental Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of the InterContinental Crete, its first property in the Greek islands, expanding IHG's luxury and lifestyle portfolio. The resort features modern architecture, two infinity pools with panoramic views of Mirabello Bay, three Mediterranean restaurants led by Michelin-starred Chef Nikos Roussos, a nature-inspired wellness center, and family amenities. Most rooms come with private pools and many are interconnecting, catering to couples, families, and intergenerational travelers. Situated near the cosmopolitan city of Agios Nikolaos, Heraklion's capital and airport are less than an hour away.

🍴 The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara introduces two new exclusive culinary experiences in Zambia: The Gorge Picnic and Zambezi Dining Experience, set in the Batoka Gorge and featuring local flavors. Guests are flown by helicopter to a secluded picnic spot overlooking the Zambezi River, indulging in gourmet dishes like Zambezi bream with ponzu sauce and boerewors beef in local herb jus, with a private beach setting ideal for intimate celebrations or corporate events. The experience concludes with a scenic flight over Victoria Falls.

🎂 Loulou, a chic Parisian restaurant, opens on December 6, 2024, at the Palace Barrière Les Neiges in Courchevel. Designed by architect Corinne Sachot, the venue offers a unique two-level experience that melds Alpine tradition with global influences. Features include warm woodwork, cozy furnishings, mountain views, and a large terrace that becomes a lively spot with DJ sets and hot cocktails.

🏡 The newly opened Les Lumières hotel in Versailles, a member of Relais & Château, offers a luxurious experience near the Château de Versailles, following its summer 2024 inauguration. With 31 rooms and suites, a spa in collaboration with Beau Domaine, Café Pierre Hermé, Bar des Philosophes, and the La Table des Lumières gastronomic restaurant, it represents French elegance. The vast gardens of the Château de Versailles cover approximately 800 hectares, ideal for strolling and admiring the scenery.