Universal and Puy du Fou projects point to rise of Oxford–Cambridge corridor

A proposed Puy du Fou development near Bicester and Universal Destinations and Experiences’ planned resort in Bedford are emerging as part of a wider transformation of the Oxford–Cambridge Growth Corridor into a major centre for UK leisure and tourism investment.

For years, the corridor has been associated primarily with science, technology, housing and university-led economic growth. However, the clustering of large-scale visitor attraction projects along the

All-inclusive eco-wellness development Auko to open near Vietnam’s Son Doong caves

Shedd Aquarium upgrades its visitor experience with new Immersion Theater

Shedd Aquarium has opened the Immersion Theater developed in partnership with SimEx-Iwerks, as part of a wider strategy to enhance the guest experience and create additional revenue opportunities.

The attraction has transformed the aquarium’s Phelps Auditorium into a multi-sensory venue combining panoramic projection, environmental effects and interactive technology.

A new pre-show area allows visitors to engage with augmented reality marine animals before entering the

MCR is planning a luxury hotel for London's BT Tower

Joy as a radical act: Yinka Ilori launches solo exhibition celebrating the rebellious power of spreading happiness

Work gets underway on Madrid's €800 million leisure complex

Work is underway in Madrid on one of Europe’s most significant multi-functional complexes, combining sport, entertainment, culture and education.

The €800 million initiative to regenerate the former Olympic Aquatic Centre in the north-east of the city, next to the Riyadh Air Metropolitano stadium, is being led by Barsento – a joint venture between Live Nation Entertainment, Oak View Group and Atlético de Madrid. The project will

Therme Manchester reveals 90:90 strategy – 90 per cent of the UK population within a 90-minute drive of a Therme

Four Seasons’ Naples Beach Club opens 2,800sq m Sanctuary spa inspired by indigenous Calusa people

Orient Express Corinthian to host Ocean Rebirth wellness retreat in collaboration with Guerlain

Famed London nightclub, Tramp, launches Tramp Health

First look: Miraval opens on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia

Hainan Science Museum by Ma Yansong, opens in China

A new science museum has opened to the public in Haikou after attracting more than 350,000 visitors during a four-month soft opening period.

Designed by Ma Yansong and his practice MAD Architects, the Hainan Science Museum is located on the edge of Wuyuan River National Wetland Park and has already recorded peak attendance of more than 5,800 visitors in a single day.

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Zannier Île De Bendor launches with design by Hardel Le Bihan Architectes

Sæl Spa readies for launch in London: “a modern British sanctuary”

Immersive art bathhouse Submersive announces debut location in Austin

Construction begins on regenerative wellness destination The Shenandoah Nature Resort

Royal Caribbean reveals record-breaking cruise ship

V&A East opens in London

David Geffen galleries open at LACMA

New venue The Lands by Capella includes a longevity centre to complement sister hotel Capella Sydney

World of Frozen launches at Disneyland Paris

Pical Resort by Valamar reveals first Croatian spa under the ESPA brand

Mandarin Oriental creates end-to-end Egyptian journey with two new hotels and first-ever luxury river cruise

Designers Mendil + Meyer launch new division called Lām Concepts for strategic wellness projects

Wilderness Bisate in Rwanda reveals brand’s second Sanctuary spa

4a Architekten shares details of wellness extension at Salinarium Bad Dürkheim Thermal Spa

BodyHoliday plans 10-15 locations in the next 15 years