The latest hotel and resort openings and upgrades
By Ann Ruppenstein /  December 11, 2025

The latest hotel & resort news from Botswana's UNESCO-listed Okavango Delta to the Florida Keys

Baines' Lodge

For clients looking for something out of the ordinary, Baines’ Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary property in Botswana’s UNESCO-listed Okavango Delta, recently reopened after undergoing a complete rebuild and redesign inspired by 19th-century explorer Thomas Baines. The exclusive property features only six suites set on stilts above the Boro River framing the surrounding landscape. Intimate safari experiences like walking safaris and night drives are available for guests.

Albury Landing

Albury Landing, a luxurious oceanfront retreat in Tavernier Key, Florida Keys, is opening its doors next month. Designed for full buy-outs, the property offers a private sanctuary with five-star amenities, including residences in a “Hemingway Chic” style, a pool, private beaches, a boat basin, and curated concierge experiences. The estate blends coastal sophistication with the authentic charm of the Keys and aims to deliver a barefoot luxury experience.

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach & Golf Resort

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach & Golf Resort in Puerto Rico is debuting this month following a $60 million re-imagination. Set between El Yunque National Rainforest and the Atlantic Ocean, the 607-acre resort has been transformed with 400 elegant, fully redesigned guestrooms and suites, three upgraded pools, vibrant dining, and a new 1950s-inspired casino anchored by The Vault speakeasy.





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