An all-inclusive in Zanzibar, a tennis match in the Waldorf Astoria and other hotel new you missed

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Like the fact that Hilton's all-inclusive portfolio is growing, and Marriott is switching from Pepsi to Coca-Cola.Here's what else I saw while I was out holding my friend's babies.The Waldorf Astoria New York has an indoor tennis court (kind of)FOUR SEASONS"What about the chandeliers?" I asked my friend, who works for Hilton, when she told me the OG Waldorf was going to host an indoor tennis match in its famed ballroom. Since it reopened last year, the Waldorf Astoria New York has been the talk of the town. On Aug. 27, the hotel will debut the Waldorf Astoria Racquet Club: Ballroom Tennis Invitational with Tommy Paul, Ben Shelton, Leylah Fernandez and Maria Sakkari. To celebrate the indoor tennis matches, the hotel is offering special packages, glasses of Moët & Chandon and special food from Chef Michael Anthony's Lex Yard.But still, I'm curious ... what about the chandeliers?Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletterJoin over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG’s expertsBy signing up, you will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.Marriott's going all-inclusive in Jamaica and TanzaniaMARRIOTTThe all-inclusive trend just keeps growing, and I'm still a fan. The know-what-you-pay-up-front trend makes travel easy, and sometimes you just need easy. Now, Marriott, a leader in the all-inclusive space, has signed two new all-inclusive properties in Jamaica and — wait for it — Tanzania. In Jamaica, the property will open in Montego Bay in 2028. Next year in Tanzania, Zanzibar will play host to the all-inclusive with "multiple swimming pools, a spa, a theater, an oceanfront jetty with a seawater pool and bar, and a diverse culinary program," according to a press release.My dream Four Seasons resort partners with a woman-owned Mexican spirit brandFOUR SEASONSI haven't been, but Naviva, a Four Seasons Resort, is top of my must-visit list. Set on 48 acres of rainforest alongside the Pacific Ocean, the resort feels like, in theory, a place you can relax and let go. Now, the property is partnering with Eterno Embrujo for a special addition of agave-based raiciilla that's available only at the property. Like my summer of spending time with the people I love, this limited batch is predicated on the owner, Larissa Carrillo Solís's, "personal tribute to her father and grew into a commitment to preserve and celebrate one of Mexico's most storied ancestral spirits."I love hotels and the chance to experience something cultural, meaningful and fun. This hits all of those boxes. Better yet, guests can experience it up close and personal with the resort's Road to Raicilla program with local guides across land and sea.Hyatt heads to Victoria FallsIGNACIO PALACIOS/GETTY IMAGESZimbabwe's Victoria Falls is another place high on my must-see list. Next year, Hyatt will open the Grand Hyatt Victoria Falls The Kingdom, making it easier than ever to see one of the world's most beautiful places on points and miles. Set to open with 245 rooms, a spa and three restaurants, the World of Hyatt property will not only be the closest hotel to the entrance of Victoria Falls National Park, but likely one of the most awe-inspiring properties in the portfolio.In other newsDid you know you can book some hotels through multiple loyalty programs? I tested it outWhat to do when your hotel evacuates or can no longer host youQuick Points: Why you should register for loyalty programs before planning your points and miles transfersGet instant Hilton, Marriott and LHW hotel elite status with the Amex Platinum CardI use travel rewards for flights and hotels — and Domino's Rewards for campground pizza nightsReviews to inspire youI spent 2 nights at Honolulu's new airline-inspired pod hotel — and my stay hit unexpected turbulenceOne of Aruba's best points resorts just opened a boutique hotel-within-a-hotelFirst look: Under Canvas Yosemite delivers a luxury camping experience you can book with pointsFirst look: Portugal's first Andaz radiates color and cultureFirst in: Hilton debuts a sleek, apartment-style LXR resort in the heart of WaikikiFeatured image by MARRIOTTEditorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.