Four Seasons opened its first hotel in 1961 in Toronto, and since that time has become a global leader in luxury hospitality and branded residential, currently operating 133 hotels and resorts and 55 residential properties in major city centres and resort destinations in 47 countries. And there are more than 60 projects under planning or in development.

With 2025 marking the 25th anniversary of partnership of Four Seasons’ longtime shareholders Cascade Investment and Canadian Four Seasons founder Isadore Sharp, the company has offered a snapshot of its where it is headed in the future – a future to be built on a current foundation of an extensive hotel and resort portfolio, as well as more than 600 restaurants and bars globally, the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience, Four Seasons Drive Experience, and the upcoming Four Seasons Yachts.

“We are honouring the foundational heritage that has made Four Seasons the irreplicable company it is today, while remaining focused on unlocking our full potential with a clear vision for growth,” says company president and CEO Alejandro Reynal. “At the heart of our success are our people – empowered and engaged employees who bring our renowned culture of personalized, caring service to life. With the strength of our singular luxury brand, we are well-positioned to seize opportunities, drive innovation, and build on our legacy of excellence.”

Enhancing and expanding

Four Seasons growth trajectory includes strategic expansion into key destinations, highlighted by landmark openings, exhaustive restorations, and a robust development pipeline of over 60 projects worldwide. By 2033, Four Seasons plans to operate 180 properties globally, solidifying its position as the world’s largest operator of luxury properties under a single brand.

Recent and upcoming opening highlights include:

• Americas: The recent reopening of the Four Seasons Hotel New York took place at the end of 2024, with the return of Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara taking place in 2025. Also, this year, the legendary Naples Beach Club will reopen as a Four Seasons experience; the thoughtful restoration of iconic 16th century landmarks in Cartagena will unveil a new property; and the company will also mark its debut in Puerto Rico, taking over management of an exquisite beachside property in Bahia Beach.

Looking ahead, guests can escape to overwater bungalows on a private island in Belize; retreat to the 95-key resort within a 24 hectare private estate in the Dominican Republic, the company’s first in the country; hit the slopes in Park City’s Deer Valley East Village in Utah; or enjoy sports, entertainment and leisure in Jacksonville, Fla.

• Europe: In Europe, Four Seasons will welcome new additions in Italy including the transformation of Venice’s historic Hotel Danieli and a new resort in Puglia; two new locations in Greece with resorts in Mykonos and Porto Heli; and the reopening of the renowned Park Gstaad into a Four Seasons experience.
• Middle East and Africa: In the coming years, guests will be able to stay at several Four Seasons properties in Saudi Arabia: in the heart of the ancient city of Madinah; with new resort offerings on Shura Island at The Red Sea, on Sindalah Island at NEOM, and at the AMAALA Triple Bay wellness resort; in Jeddah’s Corniche district; and in historic Diriyah. Four Seasons growth also continues across Egypt at two new properties in Luxor and Madinaty, New Cairo Capital; in Muscat, Oman; and in Tanzania with a new resort in Zanzibar.
• APAC: Asia’s growth pipeline features new projects for the years ahead, including on Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, Vietnam; a glistening new skyscraper in Taiwan; a new resort in Okinawa, Japan; expansion in Australia with a resort in Melbourne; and new openings in China including in Xi’an and the company’s highly anticipated return to Shanghai.

Experiential luxury ecosystem  

 As a natural extension of its hospitality legacy, Four Seasons continues to introduce new luxury travel experiences and strategic partnerships – “inviting guests to explore the world with a brand they know and trust.”

Alongside its world-class portfolio – including property collections across Mexico, Hawaii, Japan and China and along with its Safari and Island Collection – Four Seasons also offers luxury experiences through its Private Jet Experience and soon-to-launch Yacht.

• The Four Seasons Private Jet Experience, now in its 10th year, has achieved a 30% repeat guest rate and record guest satisfaction scores, including a high intent to travel again. With its recently redesigned aircraft, the jet operated eight itineraries last year, offering extended and curated travel experiences across 43 global destinations. 2025 trips are driving increased interest and demand, surpassing the same period last year, and the majority of trips already sold out.
• Four Seasons Yachts is expected to offer its inaugural voyage in January 2026. Featuring 95 all-suite accommodations crafted by an impressive roster of world-renowned designers, the Yacht will bring the brand’s signature service to the seas with voyages in the Caribbean and the Mediterranean next year.

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