NEWS
Artist’s impression of Raffles Estera East Cape
Regent Seven Seas Cruises is to carry out “extensive
renovations” on two of its ships in late 2025 and spring
2026.The refurbishments will refresh all suites and public spaces on Seven Seas Mariner and Seven Seas
Voyager. The refurbishment on Seven Seas Mariner will take place from
Raffles’ first Mexico property Estera East Cape set to open in four years
Raffles Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans to open its first property in Mexico in 2029. Raffles Estera East Cape will be located an hour’s drive from Los Cabos airport. The property will feature 80 rooms and 46 residences, as well as a spa, watersports
centre, multiple outdoor pools, and kids’ and teens’ clubs. There will also be seven dining venues, including signature outposts Raffles Long Bar and Writer’s Bar. Chief executive Omer Acar said: “The announcement of Raffles Estera East Cape,
Raffles’ first resort in North America, is a landmark moment for our beloved brand. East Cape, with its striking beauty, rich culture and tradition of warm hospitality, offers the perfect setting to bring our vision to life.” Raffles also recently announced plans to open its first property in Italy, with a
heritage Lake Como hotel expected to join the portfolio in 2027. In the same year, the brand will open a property in Ranthambore National Park,
marking its third hotel in India. UDIŴHV FRP
Seven Seas Voyager
November 4, with upgrades expected to be completed by November 26. Seven Seas Voyager will be
renovated in dry dock from
April 26-May 21, 2026. UVVF FRP
Waldorf Astoria launches Nile itineraries on new vessel Itineraries will see guests either travel downriver from
Waldorf Astoria is to offer four and six-night sailings on the River Nile from late 2026. Parent company Hilton has partnered with regional specialist Middle East For Nile Cruisers to launch Waldorf Astoria Nile River Experience, a five-deck vessel featuring 29 suites; a fitness centre and spa; food and drink experiences; and a rooftop deck.
Luxor to Aswan or upriver from Aswan to Luxor, with private docks in both locations. Guests will be able to visit the temples in Luxor and the Valley of the Kings as well as
cultural attractions in Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan. KLOWRQ FRP
12 ASPIRE JUNE 2025
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