Sophie Dubois is a business correspondent for Crezzio specializing in the global leisure, hospitality, and wellness industries. She reports on corporate expansion, market trends, and major investments shaping the future of travel and recreation.
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New data from the first half of 2025 reveals that hotels with major wellness facilities are outperforming the market, generating significantly higher revenue.
A new report from the Asian Real Estate Association of America finds that an 83% increase in climate disasters since 1980 is threatening AANHPI homeowners.
Luxury fashion houses like Maison Margiela, Armani, and Versace are expanding into real estate, building branded hotels and residences in global hubs like Dubai and Miami.
Azeo Real Estate has announced a major strategic pivot, committing $2.5 billion to develop sustainable, tech-driven mixed-use urban communities.
David Lloyd Clubs has opened its newest facility in Shawford, Hampshire, following a £15 million investment, creating over 100 local jobs.
David Lloyd Leisure Group has opened a new £12 million health and racquets club in Bicester, Oxfordshire, creating over 80 jobs and offering extensive wellness facilities.
David Lloyd Leisure has acquired The Park Club in West London and announced a major £9 million investment to redevelop the 27-acre site into a premium facility.
David Lloyd Leisure Group has acquired three health and fitness clubs in Spain from Grupo Serrallo, expanding its portfolio in the country to five locations as part of its European growth strategy.
David Lloyd Leisure has opened a new £11.5 million luxury health and wellness club in Shawfair, Midlothian, creating 80 jobs and offering extensive facilities.
David Lloyd Clubs has opened its new £11.5 million luxury health and wellness facility in Shawfair, Midlothian, creating 80 jobs and offering premium amenities.
David Lloyd Clubs has opened a new £12.5 million health and leisure facility in Bicester, Oxfordshire, creating 80 local jobs and expanding its UK portfolio to 103 clubs.
David Lloyd Leisure Group has announced a £12.5 million investment to build a new luxury health and wellness club in Shawfair, creating 80 jobs.
David Lloyd Leisure is expanding its network of health and wellness clubs with key acquisitions in the UK and new developments across Europe, including Spain.
David Lloyd Leisure has announced its entry into Saudi Arabia, with plans to open at least five new health and wellness clubs in partnership with a local investment group.
David Lloyd Leisure, Europe's largest wellness group, has acquired Harbour Club Milano, marking its first entry into the Italian market as part of a major European expansion.
David Lloyd Leisure has acquired 17 health clubs in Italy from HealthCity Italy, becoming the country's top operator by revenue and doubling its European presence.
David Lloyd Leisure has entered the Italian market by acquiring two major clubs in Milan and Rome. The company plans a €12 million investment to upgrade the facilities and introduce its signature well
David Lloyd Leisure, a leading European health and wellness group, has entered the Australian market by acquiring 14 fitness clubs from the Healthylife group.
David Lloyd Leisure reported a 31% revenue increase to £785 million in 2023 and announced expansion plans for new clubs in the UK, Spain, and Dubai.
UK-based health and wellness operator David Lloyd Clubs has opened its first facility in the Middle East, launching a new premium club in Dubai's Jumeirah Islands.