African safaris have been around for a long time, and while it has evolved from a purely trading/hunting activity to one that focuses on observing/studying animals and nature in their natural habitat, luxury safaris only really began in the 70s-80s. Its major distinguishing feature was the incorp…
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Emirates ups the ‘Flight Game’ with its In-Flight Exclusive Champagne Rights
There are many reasons why people choose to fly premium, and perhaps while this might not feature on their top ‘5 reasons why’ list, it is undeniable that the epicurean delights in this cabin are a perk that makes the flights more memorable. This is why top offerings like champagne and caviar are…
Louis Vuitton is building its First Hotel … and the World’s Largest LV Boutique
Louis Vuitton is not slowing down in its quest to be its target audience’s go-to luxury lifestyle brand. A little over a year after its parent company, LVMH, opened La Samaritaine, the French luxury fashion house has announced plans to convert its Paris headquarters into a massive complex t…
Four Seasons announces a New Luxury Lifestyle Project: The Four Seasons Yachts
There appears to be something in the water, as luxury hotel brands are flocking to it, with the newest entrant being Four Seasons with its yet-to-be-named yachting service. Earlier this year, Ritz-Carlton unveiled the maiden vessel of its yacht collection, the Evrima, while promising to add two m…
The World’s Only Hotel Clicquot pops up for the Second Time in Australia
Last year, Veuve Clicquot launched a unique hospitality experience dubbed Hotel Clicquot. In the coastal town of Byron Bay which is located in the far northeastern corner of New South Wales, Australia, the champagne house set up a pop-up hotel, where for a fixed period (2 nights), guests could im…
Hôtel des Horlogers by Audemars Piguet offers the Promise of a Better Time
Audemars Piguet is popular for its timepieces, but with its new Hôtel des Horlogers now open, it is clear that the Swiss watchmaker is looking to expand its expertise in a new industry. A Luxury Hotel with a Rich Legacy On the site where the new Hôtel des Horlogers currently sits once stood anoth…
The Bellagio is Always a Good Idea!
Las Vegas is roaring back to life after a few difficult years with USA Today reporting that March’s numbers were up 50% compared to the previous year. To celebrate its reopening, here’s a look at the Bellagio, the casino that defines luxury in Sin City. When people think of Vegas, it is likely th…
The Top 10 Most Expensive Hotels in the World, 2022
Ever wondered what the most expensive hotels in the world are, how much they cost and whether these costs are commensurate to the services offered? According to a recent survey conducted by Travel Mag, top of the list is a private island resort in Seychelles, followed by luxury lodges in places y…
Here’s Why Qatar is a Top Luxury Destination – Besides being the Host of the 2022 World Cup
For quite a number of people, plans for a vacation in the Middle East automatically lead to a search for what to do and where to stay in Dubai. This comes as no surprise: the Emirates is constantly filling the city with contemporary attractions while strategically marketing it as a tourist haven.…
Singapore Airlines offers a Perfect Lesson in Product Disposal for Luxury Goods
If there is one thing Singapore Airlines is known for, it is its passion for, and commitment to, providing luxury services. From the kind of seats its premier cabins are decked with, to its care packages in-flight, the airline is constantly about top-notch luxury. So when it decided to retire its…