Four Seasons and Max, Warner Brothers’ streaming platform, have formed a global partnership in advance of the third installment of the HBO® Original series The White Lotus, from Mike White.
The first and second seasons of the Emmy®-winning series were shot at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea and San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel in Sicily, Italy. The third season is being filmed at Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui in Thailand.
“Formalizing our partnership with HBO and Max marks an exciting milestone in our journey together, embracing a cultural phenomenon that blends exceptional storytelling with the universal love of travel,” says Marc Speichert, executive vice-president and chief commercial officer, Four Seasons. “Mike White and his team have created something truly special. For many Four Seasons guests, especially our pop culture enthusiasts and travel trendsetters, The White Lotus serves as the perfect travel inspiration. After showcasing the beauty of Maui and then our breathtaking Taormina property, we’re excited to celebrate Koh Samui in the third season of this beloved show.”
“The White Lotus has always been about blending authentic beauty and culture with compelling storytelling, which makes our partnership with Four Seasons an ideal fit,” says Pia Barlow, executive vice-president, Originals Marketing, HBO and Max. “As we prepare to celebrate season three, Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village provides the perfect backdrop for our global brand partnership and multi-day experience. We’re excited to create unforgettable moments that resonate both on and off the screen.”
The White Lotus at Four Seasons properties globally
Next year, the 12-acre Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village will transform into the world’s first immersive hotel experience inspired by The White Lotus. The multi-day activation will gather guests to indulge in a luxurious celebration of the third season’s launch. The property, which recently completed a multi-phased reimagination, is located in southern California between Santa Barbara and Malibu.
Beyond this marquee event, the partnership will also see Four Seasons properties globally feature on-site activations and experiences grounded in the themes of the show’s third season.
More details about the activation and on-property Four Seasons experiences will be announced in the coming months.