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Aman Arrives in Puerto Rico as Wyndham Expands Luxury Hotel Presence

By James Walker •

Luxury Brand Opens in Puerto Rico

AMAN is expanding significantly. The luxury hotel brand is now targeting Puerto Rico. Amantaru is coming to Cabo Rojo. The resort will feature a hotel and residences. It also includes a wellness center, bars, and restaurants. This development is in Escencia on the southwest coast. This partnership adds over 40 independent luxury hotels to Wyndham's Registry Collection Hotels by early 2026. Wyndham Rewards fans gain new earning and redemption options. Examples include The TownHouse Mykonos in Greece, TreeHouse Villas Koh Yao in Thailand, and Galgorm Resort in Northern Ireland.

Viceroy Main Vessel in New York Accepts Bookings

Viceroy Park Avenue will soon be in the NoMad neighborhood of New York City. This area is highly sought after in NYC. The hotel is slated to open in February 2027. It features 252 rooms and suites. The hotel offers new Tao Group bars and restaurants. A rooftop pool is included, which is rare in New York hotels. Wellness experiences are extensive, including a „Wellness Penthouse.”The spa is also part of the offering. Viceroy Park Avenue accepts reservations starting February 1, 2027, from $850 per night.

AUGUSTINEW

St. Augustine, Florida, has a refreshed historic property. Casa Monica Resort & Spa is nearly 140 years old. It is now known as Grand Bohemian Casa Monica. This 137-room hotel joined Marriott's Autograph Collection in 2010. The interior design blends Moroccan and Spanish inspiration. Guests can enjoy the renovated Soltana pool lounge. This lounge features a new Moroccan-inspired bar. It serves Mediterranean drinks and Florida sun cocktails.

Raffles Launches Online Store

Hotel commerce is a personal interest. It lets travel enthusiasts bring hotel charm home. Raffles has launched an online store called The Little Shop by Raffles. This launch is timely for the holidays. Fans can order luxury linens and pajama sets. They can also find luggage and perfumes. Claudia Kozma Kaplan, Raffles brand director, stated that Raffles has inspired a sense of discovery for over a century. She noted, „The Little Shop is an invitation to bring this world home through a curated collection of distinct pieces.”Other hotel news includes Meet Design Hotels. Marriott's unique hotel collection allows solo travelers to book with 7 travel points. Families can use credit cards to support their lives. A monthly checklist details credit card benefits for November.