China's Omicron Setback Not a Deterrent for Hotel Developers

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Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has launched a branded collection of the world’s finest private villas and mansions in sought-after locations, while providing exceptional service and experiences. Mandarin Oriental Exclusive Homes is being launched in partnership with StayOne. Specific benefits of a Mandarin Oriental Exclusive Home include: exceptional and exclusive homes, dedicated personal concierge service, private, on-demand culinary experiences, luxurious housekeeping, family-friendly experiences, thorough hygiene and safety standards, luxurious amenities, and exclusive benefits for Mandarin Oriental regular guests. The initial Collection of Mandarin Oriental Exclusive Homes comprise the following: In Ibiza, Tagomago Private Island, The Palms, San Jose, and Villa Lagarto, Jesus. In the South of France, Villa Oxygen, Grimaud, and La Maison vue de Saint Jean, Ese-Mer. In Mallorca, Villa Puesta del Sol, Port d’Andratz and Ca’n Miquelet, Deia. In the U.K., the Cirencester Estate, Cotswolds.

Skift Note: A branded home rental offering that adheres to the brand standards of an actual Mandarin Oriental hotel makes for quite a competitive advantage over other hotel companies entering the vacation rental space. 

Things are getting worse instead of better in China regarding the Covid-19 outbreak, as authorities placed Shenzhen into a week-long lockd