{"id":1355,"date":"2014-02-24T01:05:09","date_gmt":"2014-02-24T00:05:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/?p=1355"},"modified":"2015-08-31T18:44:49","modified_gmt":"2015-08-31T17:44:49","slug":"most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/","title":{"rendered":"25 most anticipated luxury hotel openings of 2014"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Friday <a href=\"http:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/follow-us\/\">newsletters<\/a>\u00a0always feature luxury travel <a href=\"http:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/contests\/\">contests<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/tips\/\" target=\"_blank\">tips<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/category\/travel-series\/\">series<\/a>, or\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/category\/travel-news\/\">news<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Today (February 22, 2014):\u00a025 most anticipated luxury hotel openings of 2014.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Be the first to explore these 25 new luxury hotels that will open their doors in 2014. Some of these hotel openings are managed by <a href=\"http:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/05\/19\/top-10-worlds-most-exclusive-luxury-hotel-brands\/\">world&#8217;s most exclusive hotel brands<\/a>.\u00a0Please keep in mind that hotel openings do get delayed from time to\u00a0time, so to avoid disappointment, try not to book before the hotel effectively opened.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">More info and direct link to the hotel websites below the slide show!<\/p>\n<p class=\"jetpack-slideshow-noscript robots-nocontent\">This slideshow requires JavaScript.<\/p><div id=\"gallery-1355-1-slideshow\" class=\"jetpack-slideshow-window jetpack-slideshow jetpack-slideshow-black\" data-trans=\"fade\" data-autostart=\"1\" data-gallery=\"[{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/w-bejing-china.jpg?fit=640%2C360\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1421&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;W BEJING, CHINA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;W BEJING, CHINA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/jw-marriott-venice.jpg?fit=942%2C520\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1405&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;JW MARRIOTT VENICE RESORT \\u0026amp; SPA, ITALY&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;JW MARRIOTT VENICE RESORT \\u0026amp; SPA, ITALY&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/the-miami-beach-edition-miami-usa.png?fit=600%2C450\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1402&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;THE MIAMI BEACH EDITION, MIAMI, USA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;THE MIAMI BEACH EDITION, MIAMI, USA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/mandarin-oriental-tapei-taiwan.jpg?fit=700%2C467\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1390&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;MANDARIN ORIENTAL TAPEI, TAIWAN&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;MANDARIN ORIENTAL TAPEI, TAIWAN&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/shangri-la-tibet.jpg?fit=655%2C430\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1396&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;SHANGRI-LA, LHASA, THIBET&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;SHANGRI-LA HOTEL THIBET&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/como-by-metropolitan-miami-usa.jpg?fit=1600%2C1200\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1398&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;COMO BY METROPOLITAN, MIAMI, USA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;COMO BY METROPOLITAN, MIAMI, USA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/como-maalifushi-maldives1.jpg?fit=1008%2C756\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;7562&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;COMO MAALIFUSHI, MALDIVES&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;COMO MAALIFUSHI, MALDIVES&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/park-hyatt-marakesh.jpg?fit=1200%2C645\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1399&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;PARK HYATT MARRAKECH, MOROCCO&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;PARK HYATT MARRAKECH, MOROCCO&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/the-chedi-club-jimbaran.jpg?fit=650%2C366\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1388&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;THE CHEDI CLUB JIMBARAN, BALI, INDONESIA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;THE CHEDI CLUB JIMBARAN, BALI, INDONESIA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/ritz-carlton-bali.jpg?fit=1220%2C520\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1386&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;RITZ CARLTON BALI, INDONESIA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;RITZ CARLTON BALI, INDONESIA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/bath.jpg?fit=950%2C550\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1382&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;THE GAINSBOROUGH BATH SPA, BATH, UNITED KINGDOM&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;THE GAINSBOROUGH BATH SPA, BATH, UNITED KINGDOM&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/peninsula-paris1.jpg?fit=655%2C430\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1379&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;PENINSULA PARIS, FRANCE&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;PENINSULA PARIS, FRANCE&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/w-bogota.jpg?fit=599%2C399\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1376&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;W BOGOTA HOTEL, COLUMBIA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;W BOGOTA HOTEL, COLUMBIA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/rosewood-bejing.jpg?fit=960%2C598\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1375&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;ROSEWOOD BEJING, CHINA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;ROSEWOOD BEJING, CHINA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/park-hyatt-new-york-city.jpg?fit=1280%2C427\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1373&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;PARK HYATT NEW YORK, USA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;PARK HYATT NEW YORK, USA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/st-regis-istanbul.jpg?fit=2536%2C1753\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1371&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;ST REGIS ISTANBUL, TURKEY&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;ST REGIS ISTANBUL, TURKEY&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/one-only-hayman-island-australia.jpg?fit=960%2C400\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1369&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;ONE \\u0026amp; ONLY HAYMAN ISLAND, AUSTRALIA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;ONE \\u0026amp; ONLY HAYMAN ISLAND, AUSTRALIA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/waldorf-astoria-amsterdam-the-netherlands.jpg?fit=745%2C420\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1368&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;WALDORF ASTORIA HOTEL AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;WALDORF ASTORIA HOTEL AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/aman-cavtat.jpg?fit=652%2C326\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1366&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;AMAN CAVTAT, CROATIA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;AMAN CAVTAT, CROATIA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/shangri-la-london.jpg?fit=720%2C283\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1358&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;SHANGRI-LA LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;SHANGRI-LA LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/four-seasons-hotel-moscow.jpeg?fit=1280%2C720\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1357&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MOSCOW, RUSSIA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MOSCOW, RUSSIA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/alila-jabal-akhdar.jpg?fit=990%2C440\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1356&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;ALILA JABAL AKHDAR, OMAN&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;ALILA JABAL AKHDAR, OMAN&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/anatara-doha-qatar1.jpg?fit=850%2C478\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1520&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;ANATARA DOHA, QATAR&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;ANATARA DOHA, QATAR&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/six-senses-qing-cheng-china.jpg?fit=640%2C450\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1519&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;SIX SENSES QING CHENG, CHINA&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;SIX SENSES QING CHENG, CHINA&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;},{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/i0.wp.com\\\/turkeyalwan.net\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2014\\\/02\\\/andaz-tokyo-japan1.jpg?fit=5616%2C4754\\u0026ssl=1&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1518&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;ANDAZ TOKYO, JAPAN&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;ANDAZ TOKYO, JAPAN&quot;,&quot;itemprop&quot;:&quot;image&quot;}]\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageGallery\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><em>*** Follow us on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LuxTravelExpert\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LuxuryTravelExpert\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a>\u00a0for a daily photo-moment of travel inspiration ***<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>1. ALILA JABAL AKHDAR, OMAN \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Jabal Akhdar, meaning \u201cThe Green Mountain\u201d in Arabic, is part of the Al Hajar mountains range, one of Oman\u2019s most spectacular areas. Set 2000 metres above sea level, Alila Jabal Akhdar will provide access to this magnificent landscape of untouched beauty. Overlooking a dramatic gorge and with views of the Hajar mountains, Alila Jabal Akhdar will be perfectly positioned to explore the region\u2019s renowned rugged landscapes, a haven for adventure travellers, nature lovers and those seeking an escape from the desert heat.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in April 2014 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.alilahotels.com\/jabalakhdar\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1356\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1356\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1356\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/alila-jabal-akhdar\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/alila-jabal-akhdar.jpg?fit=990%2C440&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"990,440\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"ALILA JABAL AKHDAR, OMAN\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;ALILA JABAL AKHDAR, OMAN&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/alila-jabal-akhdar.jpg?fit=300%2C133&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/alila-jabal-akhdar.jpg?fit=990%2C440&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1356\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/alila-jabal-akhdar.jpg?resize=678%2C301\" alt=\"ALILA JABAL AKHDAR, OMAN\" width=\"678\" height=\"301\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1356\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">ALILA JABAL AKHDAR, OMAN<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>2. FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MOSCOW, RUSSIA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">The Four Seasons Hotel in Moscow will be a modern replica of the legendary Hotel Moskva, originally opened in the 1930s. While still paying homage to the original building, the interior design will remain stylish and contemporary. The hotel will enjoy a convenient location in the heart of the historic district, with views of the Kremlin, the Red Square, the colourful domes of St. Basil\u2019s Cathedral, and the State Duma (Lower House of the Russian Parliament). \u00a0Boasting 180 luxury Moscow hotel rooms, including 41 hotel suites, as well as signature restaurants and a chic destination spa, this five-star Moscow hotel will be the perfect introduction to today\u2019s upscale Moscow.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening mid 2014 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fourseasons.com\/moscow\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1357\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1357\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1357\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/four-seasons-hotel-moscow\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/four-seasons-hotel-moscow.jpeg?fit=1280%2C720&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,720\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MOSCOW, RUSSIA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MOSCOW, RUSSIA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/four-seasons-hotel-moscow.jpeg?fit=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/four-seasons-hotel-moscow.jpeg?fit=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1357\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/four-seasons-hotel-moscow.jpeg?resize=678%2C380\" alt=\"FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MOSCOW\" width=\"678\" height=\"380\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1357\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MOSCOW, RUSSIA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>3. SHANGRI-LA SHARD, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">The delayed opening of the Shangri-La Shard hotel in Britain is to finally go ahead this spring (the hotel had been expected to open last spring).\u00a0The 202-room hotel will occupy levels 34 to 52\u00a0in the tallest skyscraper of the European Union, the 1,000ft (305m) high The Shard in south London.\u00a0This is the first Shangri-La hotel in Britain and only the third in Europe, after Paris and Istanbul.\u00a0Subtle Asian touches in the lobby and lobby lounge will reflect Shangri-La&#8217;s heritage, while modern and classic art with pieces from a mix of acclaimed Asian and British artists will be showcased throughout public areas.\u00a0The hotel will include three wining and dining venues and there will also be a gym and a pool as well as conference facilities.\u00a0<span style=\"color:#ff0000;\"><span style=\"line-height:1.5em;color:#333333;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align:justify;\">Opening in May 2014\u00a0 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align:justify;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.shangri-la.com\/london\/shangrila\/\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1358\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1358\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1358\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/shangri-la-london\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/shangri-la-london.jpg?fit=720%2C283&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"720,283\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"SHANGRI-LA LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;SHANGRI-LA LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/shangri-la-london.jpg?fit=300%2C118&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/shangri-la-london.jpg?fit=720%2C283&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1358\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/shangri-la-london.jpg?resize=620%2C243\" alt=\"SHANGRI-LA LONDON\" width=\"620\" height=\"243\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1358\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">SHANGRI-LA LONDON<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>4. SHANGRI-LA HOTEL LHASA, TIBET<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Few places in the world are as magical as Lhasa, the administrative capital of Tibet, a city encircled by the fabled Himalayan mountains, glaciers and desert-like landscapes.\u00a0This intriguing destination will become home to another highly anticipated property of Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts. The unique Tibetan culture will be the reference for the property&#8217;s harmonious, contemporary interiors, the heart of which will be the Lodgers Lounge. The hotel will have 279 contemporary guest rooms \u00a0and 10 long stay apartments.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in April 2014\u00a0 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.shangri-la.com\/lhasa\/shangrila\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1396\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1396\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/shangri-la-tibet.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1396\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/shangri-la-hotel-lhasa\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/shangri-la-tibet.jpg?fit=655%2C430&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"655,430\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;3.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS 5D Mark III&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1389117589&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;Courtesy of Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;16&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;100&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.025&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"SHANGRI-LA, LHASA, THIBET\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;SHANGRI-LA HOTEL THIBET&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/shangri-la-tibet.jpg?fit=300%2C197&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/shangri-la-tibet.jpg?fit=655%2C430&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1396 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/shangri-la-tibet.jpg?resize=620%2C407\" alt=\"SHANGRI-LA, LHASA, TIBET\" width=\"620\" height=\"407\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1396\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">SHANGRI-LA, LHASA, TIBET<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>5. COMO MAALIFUSHI, MALDIVES<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Maalifushi by COMO is the first luxury resort in the Maldives to open in the pristine Thaa Atoll in the archipelago\u2019s southwest. Among Maldives island hotels, the resort will stand apart with its understated style, encapsulating the spirit of the Indian Ocean and the barefoot chic of this COMO private island resort.\u00a0 The luxuries are all here, with a COMO Shambhala spa, world-class yoga facilities and exceptional cuisine along with the Maldives\u2019 vibrant marine life (whale shark sightings are common).\u00a0With 33 33 overwater villas and garden suites, Maalifushi will therefore be the ultimate away-from-it-all destination for families, couples, surfers and divers.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in April 2014\u00a0 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.comohotels.com\/maalifushi\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_770\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-770\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/new-hotels.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"770\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/other-top-10-lists\/new-hotels\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/new-hotels.jpg?fit=1600%2C1200&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1600,1200\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"COMO MAALIFUSHI, MALDIVES\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;7. COMO MAALIFUSHI&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/new-hotels.jpg?fit=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/new-hotels.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-770 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/new-hotels.jpg?resize=678%2C509\" alt=\"COMO MAALIFUSHI, MALDIVES\" width=\"678\" height=\"509\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-770\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">COMO MAALIFUSHI, MALDIVES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>6. METROPOLITAN BY COMO, MIAMI, USA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">2014 is an important year for the COMO group with another grand opening, Metropolitan by Como in Miami Beach. Among hotels on Collins Avenue, the hotel has an enviable position for shopping, dining and entertainment.\u00a0As one of the finest examples of Art Deco luxury hotels that Miami Beach has to offer, Metropolitan by COMO takes many of its aesthetic cues from the elegant 1920 and 30s. Geometric silhouettes, playful tones of pastel pink and sea-foam green, cool marbles and shining chromes accent each of the hotel\u2019s 74 rooms.\u00a0COMO Shambhala Urban Escape &#8211; the hotel\u2019s luxury wellness spa &#8211; offers a highly personalised approach to wellbeing.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in February 2014\u00a0 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.comohotels.com\/metropolitanmiamibeach\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1398\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1398\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1398\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/como-by-metropolitan-miami-usa\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/como-by-metropolitan-miami-usa.jpg?fit=1600%2C1200&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1600,1200\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"COMO BY METROPOLITAN, MIAMI, USA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;COMO BY METROPOLITAN, MIAMI, USA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/como-by-metropolitan-miami-usa.jpg?fit=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/como-by-metropolitan-miami-usa.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1398 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/como-by-metropolitan-miami-usa.jpg?resize=678%2C509\" alt=\"COMO BY METROPOLITAN, MIAMI, USA\" width=\"678\" height=\"509\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1398\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">COMO BY METROPOLITAN, MIAMI, USA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>7. ANDAZ TOKYO TORANOMON HILLS, JAPAN<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">As only the 12th Andaz property in the world,\u00a0\u00a0Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills\u00a0will greet guests with inspiring, indigenous and unscripted atmosphere. Reflecting Tokyo&#8217;s contemporary urban culture, guests can expect dazzling experience at this hotel. Located in the 52-story business complex Toranomon Hills in the heart of Tokyo, Andaz Tokyo will house 164 guestrooms, including the largest guestroom in Tokyo (538 square feet) with a magnificent city view. Abundant natural materials will be largely used for d\u00e9cor, reflecting the traditional Japanese nature-oriented architectural style. The hotel will be located in the Toranomon area, home to many embassies and global company offices, and very accessible to government and financial districts.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in summer \u00a02014\u00a0 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/tokyo.andaz.hyatt.com\/en\/hotel\/home.html\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1518\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1518\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1518\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/andaz-tokyo-japan-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/andaz-tokyo-japan1.jpg?fit=5616%2C4754&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"5616,4754\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;9.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS 5D Mark II&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1323966254&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;17&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;100&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;2&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"ANDAZ TOKYO, JAPAN\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;ANDAZ TOKYO, JAPAN&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/andaz-tokyo-japan1.jpg?fit=300%2C254&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/andaz-tokyo-japan1.jpg?fit=1024%2C867&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1518 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/andaz-tokyo-japan1.jpg?resize=678%2C573\" alt=\"ANDAZ TOKYO, JAPAN\" width=\"678\" height=\"573\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1518\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">ANDAZ TOKYO, JAPAN<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>8. AMAN RESORT CAVTAT, CROATIA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">In keeping with the philosophy of the Aman resorts, publicly branding itself as the most luxurious resort collection in the world, the new Aman resort in\u00a0Cavtat (South of Dubrovnik) will have 40 very luxurious units. Guests will be able to stay in the 30 rooms of 80 square meters and 10 two-bedroom apartments of 160 square meters, and there will be a breakfast room, a restaurant lounge, a library, a bar, a garden restaurant and spa. The hotel building will be covered in Cavtat local stone and windows closed traditional &#8216;shutters&#8217;. Each room will have a terrace with views of the bay of Cavtat and the old town of Dubrovnik in the distance.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in (late) summer 2014\u00a0 (update: delayed)<\/li>\n<li>Hotel website not yet available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1366\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1366\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1366\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/aman-cavtat\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/aman-cavtat.jpg?fit=652%2C326&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"652,326\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"AMAN CAVTAT, CROATIA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;AMAN CAVTAT, CROATIA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/aman-cavtat.jpg?fit=300%2C150&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/aman-cavtat.jpg?fit=652%2C326&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1366 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/aman-cavtat.jpg?resize=620%2C310\" alt=\"AMAN CAVTAT, CROATIA\" width=\"620\" height=\"310\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1366\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">AMAN CAVTAT, CROATIA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>9. WALDORF ASTORIA HOTEL AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Boasting a historical exterior comprising six monumental 17th and 18th century double-front canal palaces and featuring a unique grand staircase built by the architect of Louis XIV, Daniel Marot, the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam hotel will offer sophisticated comfort and unparalleled service in a setting characterized by a long, rich history.\u00a0This luxurious Amsterdam hotel will offer 93 spacious rooms and suites overlooking the city\u2019s canal or the courtyard garden. All of the sumptuous accommodations will feature expansive bathrooms, complimentary WiFi, 42-inch flat-screen TVs and attractive views.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in August 2014\u00a0 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/waldorfastoria3.hilton.com\/en\/hotels\/netherlands\/waldorf-astoria-amsterdam-AMSWAWA\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1368\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1368\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1368\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/guest-room\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/waldorf-astoria-amsterdam-the-netherlands.jpg?fit=745%2C420&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"745,420\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Guest Room&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"WALDORF ASTORIA HOTEL AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS \" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;WALDORF ASTORIA HOTEL AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS &lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/waldorf-astoria-amsterdam-the-netherlands.jpg?fit=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/waldorf-astoria-amsterdam-the-netherlands.jpg?fit=745%2C420&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1368 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/waldorf-astoria-amsterdam-the-netherlands.jpg?resize=620%2C349\" alt=\"WALDORF ASTORIA HOTEL AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS \" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1368\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">WALDORF ASTORIA HOTEL AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>10. ONE &amp; ONLY HAYMAN ISLAND, AUSTRALIA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Hayman Island, Australia\u2019s iconic private island resort, presents astonishing natural beauty, restorative peace, indulgence and adventure. \u00a0It is currently being renovated by the One &amp; Only hotel group to join its portfolio of famous and exclusive resorts.\u00a0Located in the heart of Australia\u2019s Great Barrier Reef, Hayman Island is the northernmost of the Whitsunday Islands off the coast of Queensland.\u00a0Within this private island resort, stylish elegance reflects the harmony of nature with beautifully appointed accommodation set against the backdrop of the Coral Sea. Even prior to being rebranded as One &amp; Only Hayman Island, Hayman had been consistently recognised as a world leader in resort excellence with prestigious accolades.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Click <a href=\"http:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/12\/17\/oneonly-hayman-island\/\">here<\/a>\u00a0to read our review of One&amp;Only Hayman Island.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in July 2014\u00a0 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/hayman.oneandonlyresorts.com\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2067\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2067\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/hayman-island-queensland-australia.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"2067\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/hayman-island-queensland-australia\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/hayman-island-queensland-australia.jpg?fit=1500%2C1383&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1500,1383\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1185788461&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;200&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.003125&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"ONE&amp;amp;ONLY HAYMAN ISLAND, GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;3. ONE&amp;amp;ONLY HAYMAN ISLAND, GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/hayman-island-queensland-australia.jpg?fit=300%2C277&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/hayman-island-queensland-australia.jpg?fit=1024%2C944&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-2067 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/hayman-island-queensland-australia.jpg?resize=678%2C624\" alt=\"ONE&amp;ONLY HAYMAN ISLAND, GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIA\" width=\"678\" height=\"624\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2067\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">ONE&amp;ONLY HAYMAN ISLAND, GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>11. ST REGIS ISTANBUL, TURKEY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Nestled in the heart of Nisantasi, The St. Regis Istanbul will be surrounded by the exclusive district\u2019s shops, dining, art, and entertainment. Mere steps away are such destinations as Macka Park, the convention center, the city center, and the Bosporus.\u00a0The property will have 2 signature restaurants: an intimate rooftop terrace venue and an eclectic French brasserie.\u00a0The hotel\u2019s 118 sumptuous accommodations will boast a unique identity of discrete luxury, timeless elegance, and compelling grace. Guests of the ten suites\u2014one designed by Bentley\u2014will enjoy the elevated level of bespoke service of the St. Regis Butler.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in July 2014\u00a0 (update: delayed)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.starwoodhotels.com\/stregis\/property\/overview\/index.html?propertyID=4023\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1371\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1371\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1371\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/st-regis-istanbul\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/st-regis-istanbul.jpg?fit=2536%2C1753&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2536,1753\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"ST REGIS ISTANBUL, TURKEY\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;ST REGIS ISTANBUL, TURKEY&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/st-regis-istanbul.jpg?fit=300%2C207&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/st-regis-istanbul.jpg?fit=1024%2C708&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1371 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/st-regis-istanbul.jpg?resize=678%2C468\" alt=\"ST REGIS ISTANBUL, TURKEY\" width=\"678\" height=\"468\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1371\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">ST REGIS ISTANBUL, TURKEY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>12. PARK HYATT NEW YORK CITY, USA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Park Hyatt&#8217;s new flagship hotel in New York will be located in the heart of midtown across from Carnegie Hall and a short stroll from Central Park. The hotel, designed by world-renowned, Pritzker Prize-winning architect Christian de Portzamparc, will feature 210 generously sized guest rooms including 92 suites, designed by Yabu Pushelberg. The state-of-the-art guest rooms will be among the largest in the city, starting from 475 square feet or 44 square meters.\u00a0 The hotel is part of a 90-story mixed-use tower that features 94 Thomas Juul-Hansen-designed luxury spaces with breathtaking views of Central Park and the New York skyline.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in mid-summer 2014 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/newyork.park.hyatt.com\/en\/hotel\/home.html\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1373\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1373\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1373\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/nycph_p001\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/park-hyatt-new-york-city.jpg?fit=1280%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1280,427\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;NYCPH_P001&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"PARK HYATT NEW YORK, USA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;PARK HYATT NEW YORK, USA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/park-hyatt-new-york-city.jpg?fit=300%2C100&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/park-hyatt-new-york-city.jpg?fit=1024%2C342&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1373 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/park-hyatt-new-york-city.jpg?resize=678%2C225\" alt=\"PARK HYATT NEW YORK, USA\" width=\"678\" height=\"225\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1373\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PARK HYATT NEW YORK, USA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>13. PARK HYATT MARRAKECH, MAROCCO<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">The Hyatt group has a huge list of 2014 openings prepped under its luxury Park Hyatt\u00a0brand: New York (see above), Vienna (see below), Zanzibar and Marrakech. The Park Hyatt Marrakech will be located only 15 minutes away from the &#8220;medina&#8221; (old city) features 131 spacious rooms and suites as well as 44 deluxe villas built inside the private gated grounds of the hotel complex. All\u00a0rooms, suites and private villas will be generously sized and offer a unique atmosphere along with exceptional views of the landscaped gardens and the 18-hole golf course designed by Kyle Phillips.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in 2014 (update: delayed)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/marrakech.park.hyatt.com\/en\/hotel\/home.html\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1399\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1399\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1399\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/park-hyatt-marakesh\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/park-hyatt-marakesh.jpg?fit=1200%2C645&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,645\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"PARK HYATT MARRAKECH, MOROCCO\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;PARK HYATT MARRAKECH, MOROCCO&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/park-hyatt-marakesh.jpg?fit=300%2C161&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/park-hyatt-marakesh.jpg?fit=1024%2C550&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1399 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/park-hyatt-marakesh.jpg?resize=678%2C364\" alt=\"PARK HYATT MARRAKECH, MOROCCO\" width=\"678\" height=\"364\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1399\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PARK HYATT MARRAKECH, MOROCCO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>14. ROSEWOOD HOTEL BEJING, CHINA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Rosewood Beijing, the first China property for Rosewood Hotels &amp; Resorts, will take contemporary sophistication to new heights.\u00a0Located in the prestigious Chaoyang District, this Beijing 5-star hotel will deliver a unique blend of modern sophistication and comfort.\u00a0With 283 luxurious rooms and suites that are amongst the largest in the city, the guest rooms evoke sensations of lavish apartment living. Featuring natural finishes, textural overlays, spacious bathrooms, walk-in closets, and non-traditional elements with subtle Oriental aesthetics, guests discover an intimate and sophisticated surrounding in the midst of Beijing.\u00a0All guestrooms will feature original cloisonn\u00e9 paintings, beautiful fine art prints, and floor-to-ceiling windows.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in\u00a0autumn\u00a02014 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rosewoodhotels.com\/en\/beijing\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1375\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1375\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1375\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/rosewood-bejing\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/rosewood-bejing.jpg?fit=960%2C598&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"960,598\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"ROSEWOOD BEJING, CHINA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;ROSEWOOD BEJING, CHINA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/rosewood-bejing.jpg?fit=300%2C187&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/rosewood-bejing.jpg?fit=960%2C598&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1375 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/rosewood-bejing.jpg?resize=678%2C422\" alt=\"ROSEWOOD BEJING, CHINA\" width=\"678\" height=\"422\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1375\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">ROSEWOOD BEJING, CHINA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>15. W BOGOTA HOTEL<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Colombia\u2019s capital is a hot travel destination and from September 2014, you can electrify your stay at the W Bogota Hotel, adjacent to multinational corporations, embassies, restaurants, and shops in the upscale Santa Barbara Business Center. Prime retail, healthcare, and entertainment options will be steps away. The typical contemporary lifestyle aesthetics of the W brand will be reflected in the 168 guest rooms, including in the 21 suites. All rooms will feature state-of-the-art technology and the signature W Bed. Evidently, the Whatever\/Whenever\u00ae service will be available to all guests.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in September 2014 (update: delayed)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.starwoodhotels.com\/whotels\/property\/overview\/index.html?language=en_US&amp;propertyID=3718\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1376\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1376\" style=\"width: 599px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1376\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/w-bogota-proposed-exterior-jpg\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/w-bogota.jpg?fit=599%2C399&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"599,399\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;W Hotel Bogota - Opening 2014 - Proposed Exterior - HANDOUT&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;W Bogota Proposed Exterior.JPG&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"W BOGOTA HOTEL, COLUMBIA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;W BOGOTA HOTEL, COLUMBIA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/w-bogota.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/w-bogota.jpg?fit=599%2C399&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1376 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/w-bogota.jpg?resize=599%2C399\" alt=\"W BOGOTA HOTEL, COLUMBIA\" width=\"599\" height=\"399\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1376\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">W BOGOTA HOTEL, COLUMBIA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>16. W BEJING HOTEL, CHINA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Steps from the mystical Forbidden City, vibrant Silk Market and famed Tiananmen Square, the W Beijing hotel will light up bustling downtown&#8217;s exclusive Diplomatic District with a potent remix of high style, exhilarating history and pulsating nightlife.\u00a0Luxe enough for ancient royals but updated with modern treasures, the 340 lavish guest rooms will offer stunning city views, W signature beds and fully wired technology. Munchie Boxes, Bliss\u00ae Spa amenities and top entertainment will ensure imperial indulgence.\u00a0You will be able to \u00a0frolic amidst the garden, take a dip into the pool, or\u00a0take advantage of the Wish Workshop to explore everything from culinary to yoga classes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Opening in June 2014 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.starwoodhotels.com\/whotels\/property\/overview\/index.html?propertyID=3226\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1421\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1421\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1421\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/w-bejing-china\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/w-bejing-china.jpg?fit=640%2C360&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"640,360\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"W BEJING, CHINA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;W BEJING, CHINA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/w-bejing-china.jpg?fit=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/w-bejing-china.jpg?fit=640%2C360&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1421 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/w-bejing-china.jpg?resize=620%2C348\" alt=\"W BEJING, CHINA\" width=\"620\" height=\"348\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1421\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">W BEJING, CHINA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>17. PENINSULA PARIS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Hong Kong-grade luxury moves into the City of Light with\u00a0the Peninsula&#8217;s\u00a0Avenue Kl\u00e9ber\u00a0opening this summer of the\u00a0brand\u2019s first European property, only two years behind schedule.\u00a0<span style=\"line-height:1.5em;\">Situated in a beautiful, century-old Beaux-Arts gem, just off the Champs-Elys\u00e9es<\/span><span style=\"line-height:1.5em;\">, the hotel will have 200 guest rooms when it opens in late summer 2014. All rooms will showcase high-tech amenities such as bedside tablets that control the lights and temperature as well as allow guests to stream TV channels from around the world. The hotel will have five dining outlets, including The Lobby, a Chinese restaurant and a rooftop eatery serving modern French cuisine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in summer 2014\u00a0 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.peninsula.com\/Paris\/en\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1379\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1379\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/peninsula-paris1.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1379\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/peninsula-paris-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/peninsula-paris1.jpg?fit=655%2C430&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"655,430\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;Courtesy of The Peninsula Hotels&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Peninsula Paris&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"PENINSULA PARIS, FRANCE\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;PENINSULA PARIS, FRANCE&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/peninsula-paris1.jpg?fit=300%2C197&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/peninsula-paris1.jpg?fit=655%2C430&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1379\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/peninsula-paris1.jpg?resize=620%2C407\" alt=\"PENINSULA PARIS, FRANCE\" width=\"620\" height=\"407\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1379\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PENINSULA PARIS, FRANCE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><strong>18. THE GAINSBOROUGH BATH SPA, BATH, UNITED KINGDOM<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">A UNESCO World Heritage City, Bath has endured as a leisure and wellness destination for over 2,000 years. Its archaeological and architectural heritage is amongst the finest in the world.\u00a0Set in the heart of Bath, The Gainsborough Bath Spa is perfectly placed to explore the city and its surrounds. Beyond its walls, a wealth of history, stunning architecture and beautiful countryside await.\u00a0Created by award-winning Champalimaud Design, the 99 rooms and suites at The Gainsborough Bath Spa will be custom furnished, subtly referencing period details combined with contemporary forms.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in summer 2014 (update: delayed)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thegainsboroughbathspa.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1382\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1382\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1382\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/bath\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/bath.jpg?fit=950%2C550&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"950,550\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"THE GAINSBOROUGH BATH SPA, BATH, UNITED KINGDOM\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;THE GAINSBOROUGH BATH SPA, BATH, UNITED KINGDOM&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/bath.jpg?fit=300%2C174&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/bath.jpg?fit=950%2C550&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1382 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/bath.jpg?resize=678%2C391\" alt=\"THE GAINSBOROUGH BATH SPA, BATH, UNITED KINGDOM\" width=\"678\" height=\"391\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1382\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">THE GAINSBOROUGH BATH SPA, BATH, UNITED KINGDOM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>19.\u00a0RITZ-CARLTON, NUSA DUA, BALI, INDONESIA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Overlooking the Indian Ocean, the Ritz-Carlton hotel in Nusa Dua in Bali will be uniquely situated with a combination of white beach front and a spectacular elevated cliff top settings.\u00a0Built on a sprawling 19 hectares of private beach front land, each of the 288 rooms (including 90 suites and 14 villas) and 10 private villas will been orientated to take full advantage of the view of the Indian Ocean and the resort gardens. The resort will offer six restaurants and bars, including a cliff-side restaurant in a natural cave, a beach grill, an Indonesian restaurant, a Japanese restaurant, a pool bar and an all-day dining outlet.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening late 2014<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ritzcarlton.com\/en\/Properties\/Bali\/Default.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1386\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1386\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1386\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/ritz-carlton-bali\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/ritz-carlton-bali.jpg?fit=1220%2C520&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1220,520\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"RITZ CARLTON BALI, INDONESIA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;RITZ CARLTON BALI, INDONESIA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/ritz-carlton-bali.jpg?fit=300%2C128&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/ritz-carlton-bali.jpg?fit=1024%2C436&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1386 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/ritz-carlton-bali.jpg?resize=678%2C289\" alt=\"RITZ CARLTON BALI, INDONESIA\" width=\"678\" height=\"289\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1386\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">RITZ CARLTON BALI, INDONESIA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>20. THE CHEDI CLUB JIMBARAN, BALI, INDONESIA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><span style=\"line-height:1.5em;\">We stay in Bali. GHM hotels &amp; resorts will open its 4th property on the Island of the Gods, an\u00a0all-villa enclave set at Jimbaran that is\u00a0expected to set a new precedent for privacy. <\/span>Encompassing 34 butler-serviced pool villas nestled within a 22,000-square-metre estate, the hotel\u2019s spaces will be the creation of Robert Nation, principal of Nation Architects, and Jaya Ibrahim, one of Indonesia\u2019s foremost interior decorators.\u00a0Each pool villa will feature round-the-clock butler and in-room dining services, a full kitchen and a Balinese pavilion for\u00a0<em>al fresco<\/em>\u00a0meals and barbecues.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening late 2014 (update: delayed)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/08\/11\/top-10-americas-most-beautiful-national-parks\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1388\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1388\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1388\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/the-chedi-club-jimbaran\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/the-chedi-club-jimbaran.jpg?fit=650%2C366&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"650,366\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"THE CHEDI CLUB JIMBARAN, BALI, INDONESIA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;THE CHEDI CLUB JIMBARAN, BALI, INDONESIA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/the-chedi-club-jimbaran.jpg?fit=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/the-chedi-club-jimbaran.jpg?fit=650%2C366&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1388 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/the-chedi-club-jimbaran.jpg?resize=620%2C349\" alt=\"THE CHEDI CLUB JIMBARAN, BALI, INDONESIA\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1388\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">THE CHEDI CLUB JIMBARAN, BALI, INDONESIA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>21. SIX SENSES QING CHENG, CHINA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">The Six Senses Qing Cheng pening will be the only resort located adjacent to the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Chinese province of Sichuan.\u00a0Drawing upon the renowned Six Senses perspective of responsible luxury, t<span style=\"line-height:1.5em;\">he 113-suite and-villa resort has been brilliantly designed to incorporate regional architecture and landscaping, resulting in an extraordinary cultural offering with a strong sense of place wedded to contemporary attitude. Chengdu Shangliu International Airport will be a one-hour drive from Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain and Chengdu City will be 30 minutes by car or rail link.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"text-align:justify;\">Opening mid\u00a02014\u00a0 (update: delayed)<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sixsenses.com\/resorts\/qing-cheng-mountain\/destination\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1519\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1519\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1519\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/six-senses-qing-cheng-china\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/six-senses-qing-cheng-china.jpg?fit=640%2C450&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"640,450\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"SIX SENSES QING CHENG, CHINA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;SIX SENSES QING CHENG, CHINA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/six-senses-qing-cheng-china.jpg?fit=300%2C211&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/six-senses-qing-cheng-china.jpg?fit=640%2C450&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1519 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/six-senses-qing-cheng-china.jpg?resize=620%2C435\" alt=\"SIX SENSES QING CHENG, CHINA\" width=\"620\" height=\"435\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1519\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">SIX SENSES QING CHENG, CHINA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><strong>22. MANDARIN ORIENTAL TAIPEI, TAIWAN<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Setting new standards for luxury hospitality, Mandarin Oriental Taipei will enjoy a superb location in the heart of this vibrant city. The hotel will have\u00a0256 rooms and 47 suites with classically inspired interiors combined with contemporary design. There will be a number of restaurants (French Brasserie COCO, restaurant Ya Ge for Cantonese, Bencotto for Italian), an Mandarin Oriental Bar, a Cake Shop, and the Jade Lounge for afternoon tea. An outdoor swimming pool, a spa, roof gardens, meeting rooms, and the largest spa of Taiwan round out the facilities.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in the second quarter of 2014\u00a0 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mandarinoriental.com\/taipei\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1390\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1390\" style=\"width: 620px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1390\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/mandarin-oriental-tapei-taiwan\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/mandarin-oriental-tapei-taiwan.jpg?fit=700%2C467&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"700,467\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"MANDARIN ORIENTAL TAPEI, TAIWAN\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;MANDARIN ORIENTAL TAPEI, TAIWAN&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/mandarin-oriental-tapei-taiwan.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/mandarin-oriental-tapei-taiwan.jpg?fit=700%2C467&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1390 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/mandarin-oriental-tapei-taiwan.jpg?resize=620%2C413\" alt=\"MANDARIN ORIENTAL TAPEI, TAIWAN\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1390\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">MANDARIN ORIENTAL TAPEI, TAIWAN<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>23. MIAMI BEACH EDITION, MIAMI, USA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Hotelier Ian Schrager returns to Miami\u00a0nearly two decades after opening\u00a0Delano South Beach to make yet another splash on the trendy hotel scene with the Marriott&#8217;s Miami Beach Edition. The sleek hotel will have 294 rooms (including bungalows) with residences gracing the top floors. Housed in a 1950s landmark building (and a new tower), which was once home to the Seville Beach Hotel, The Miami Beach Edition will feature interiors designed by Yabu Pushelberg. The chic hotel will be outfitted with a year-round ice-skating rink (in case you get tired of that endless Miami sun), a bowling alley, a nightclub, multiple bars, two pools, a spa and a Jean-Georges Vongerichten restaurant.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in the fall 2014 (update: now open)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamibeacheditionresidences.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1402\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1402\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1402\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/the-miami-beach-edition-miami-usa\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/the-miami-beach-edition-miami-usa.png?fit=600%2C450&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"600,450\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"THE MIAMI BEACH EDITION, MIAMI, USA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;THE MIAMI BEACH EDITION, MIAMI, USA&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/the-miami-beach-edition-miami-usa.png?fit=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/the-miami-beach-edition-miami-usa.png?fit=600%2C450&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1402 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/the-miami-beach-edition-miami-usa.png?resize=600%2C450\" alt=\"THE MIAMI BEACH EDITION, MIAMI, USA\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1402\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">THE MIAMI BEACH EDITION, MIAMI, USA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>24. JW MARRIOTT VENICE RESORT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Just a short boat ride from the beautiful city of Venice and in an unparalleled setting, this 266-room resort will be the JW Marriott brand\u2019s first hotel in Italy and a world-class addition to its global portfolio of 59 luxury properties. The resort will be located on the\u00a0private island of Sacca Sessola in the Venetian lagoon,\u00a0and be a serene retreat from the bustling central islands. Thanks to the 24-hour courtesy boat service, you will be able to easily reach Piazza San Marco and all the most interesting places of Venice.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align:justify;\">\n<li>Opening in July 2014\u00a0 (update: delayed)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.marriott.com\/hotels\/travel\/vcejw-jw-marriott-venice-resort-and-spa\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hotel website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1405\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1405\" style=\"width: 806px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"1405\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/2014\/02\/24\/most-anticipated-hotel-openings-of-2014\/jw-marriott-venice\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/jw-marriott-venice.jpg?fit=942%2C520&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"942,520\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"JW MARRIOTT VENICE RESORT &amp;amp; SPA, ITALY\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;JW MARRIOTT VENICE RESORT &amp;amp; SPA, ITALY&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/jw-marriott-venice.jpg?fit=300%2C166&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/jw-marriott-venice.jpg?fit=942%2C520&amp;ssl=1\" class=\" wp-image-1405 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/turkeyalwan.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/jw-marriott-venice.jpg?resize=678%2C374\" alt=\"JW MARRIOTT VENICE RESORT &amp; SPA, ITALY\" width=\"678\" height=\"374\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1405\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">JW MARRIOTT VENICE RESORT &amp; SPA, ITALY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\"><strong>25. ANANTARA DOHA ISLAND RESORT &amp; SPA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align:justify;\">Anantara Doha Island Resort &amp; Spa will be located just 11 kilometres from downtown Doha and 20 minutes by boat from its dedicated pier on an exclusive 13 hectare island.\u00a0There will be 4\u00a0pools for guests: one with a wave simulator, another styled on a lagoon and two hydro-exercise pools.\u00a0An offshore reef is being regenerated and will be home to a conservation center. 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