Hilton and Calm Launch Exclusive Wellness Partnership to Enhance Guest Experience
Hilton, a hospitality company, and Calm, a consumer mental health firm, have announced an exclusive partnership aimed at enhancing guest wellness through innovative mindfulness and sleep solutions. In March, Hilton will integrate Calm’s award-winning content, including guided meditations, Sleep Stories, soundscapes, and mindfulness exercises, directly into its Connected Room Experience technology...
Noctourism Rises as a Luxury Travel Trend
Luxury travelers are increasingly embracing noctourism, a growing trend centered around nighttime experiences in nature. Properties like The Inn of The Five Graces in Santa Fe offer curated adventures such as stargazing at Chaco Culture National Historic Park, guided by cultural astronomers. This three-day experience, available on select dates, includes glamping under dark skies designated by the International Dark Sky Association...
Hotel Paracas Peru Offers a Coastal Escape Worth Experiencing
Hotel Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort, is marking its 15th anniversary as a premier destination on Peru’s coastline. Known for its blend of luxury and adventure, the resort has become a treasured gathering place for families and travelers seeking memorable seaside experiences...
Amazon, Google, Meta, and Dow Join Cross-Sector Push to Triple Nuclear...
In a landmark show of cross-industry collaboration, Amazon, Google, Meta, and Dow have joined forces with over 140 nuclear companies, 14 financial institutions, and 31 countries to support a shared goal: tripling global nuclear energy capacity by 2050. Announced at CERAWeek 2025 in Houston, this marks the first time major energy users outside the nuclear sector have publicly endorsed nuclear as essential to the clean energy transition...
Luxury Travel Booms Across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific
The luxury travel industry is experiencing rapid expansion, with North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region emerging as major growth markets. Industry experts project the sector to reach $2 trillion by 2035, growing at an annual rate of 7.4%...
St. Regis Opens New Luxury Hotel in Shenzhen
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts has officially opened The St. Regis Shenzhen Bao’an, marking its second luxury property in the city. The 51-story hotel offers panoramic views of Qianhai Bay and blends the brand’s timeless elegance with modern design. Designed by renowned architect André Fu, the interiors reflect a fusion of New York’s classic glamour and Shenzhen’s dynamic energy...
Goldman Sachs Launches $500M Fund for Biodiversity Conservation
Goldman Sachs Asset Management has launched a groundbreaking biodiversity bond fund aimed at addressing the pressing need for biodiversity conservation and remediation. This fund is one of the first of its kind, allowing investors to direct their capital toward projects focused on preserving and restoring ecosystems while meeting the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals...
Cuvée Redefines Ultra-Luxury Travel with Innovative Digital Platform
Cuvée, a luxury travel and villa rental company, has introduced a new digital platform, including a website and mobile app, to enhance its services. The platform showcases Cuvée’s collection of over 130 private villas across 15 destinations, offering travelers a seamless booking process and personalized itineraries...
Global Luxury Travel Market Expands with Bespoke Experiences and Private Journeys
The luxury travel market is projected to expand significantly, reaching an estimated $2,149.7 billion by 2035 from $890.8 billion in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate of 7.4%. This growth reflects a rising demand for bespoke experiences, personalized itineraries, and seamless travel services...
Hilton Partners with American Express to Aid LA Wildfire Victims
Hilton, in partnership with American Express and 211 LA, has provided much-needed support to families impacted by the recent Los Angeles wildfires. The companies donated 20,000 room nights at Hilton-branded hotels, offering temporary accommodations to over 5,000 adults and nearly 2,000 children. This initiative, which ran from mid-January to early February 2025, allowed evacuees to stay at no charge while they sought longer-term housing...
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The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023
Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023. We recognize the outstanding achievements of these leaders who are at the highest levels of the hospitality industry. Despite the many titles that can be found in this year's list – whether it be CEO, president, or founder – all of these exceptional individuals are responsible for overseeing the overall business strategies for some of the most respected names in the world of luxury hotels...
The Top 25 Hotels and Executives of New York for 2023
Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotels of New York for 2023. No place epitomizes luxury like the Empire State. Its iconic metropolis, New York City, or the Big Apple, stands as a premier destination for those seeking a myriad of upscale accommodations. In Manhattan alone, the area boasts hundreds of hotels catering to diverse and discriminating tastes. Ranging from timeless classics to avant-garde modern establishments, these accommodations are celebrated for their sophisticated lounges offering panoramic city views, indulgent spas, high-thread-count linens, and exquisite five-star dining experiences...
Nantucket Series: Experience Coastal Elegance, Millie’s Seafood Dining with Madaket Beach Backdrop
Lodge + Dine announces a 5-star rating for Millie's after a day visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excelled distinctively in its breathtaking Madaket beach views, an innovative seafood-inspired menu, and a vibrant, inviting atmosphere that perfectly complements its coastal location...
II San Pietro Di Positano, A Jewel Of Italian Hospitality On The Amalfi Coast
Il San Pietro di Positano is a family-run Relais and Chateaux property, nestled in the cliffs overlooking the bay of Positano and located a few miles’ shuttle-ride away from town. The property is at one with its natural environment, surrounded by lush greenery and stunning panoramic views.
Hospitality Sector Sees Signs of Decelerating Growth
Quarter to quarter the traffic to hotels on a global basis varies but generally we have seen a positive trend indicating a vibrant and...
The Leading Northeast Ski Resort Is In Stowe, Vermont
While many travelers flock out west for traditional ski trips and winter vacations, those looking for a more intimate and tailored experience know to head Northeast to Spruce Peak in Stowe, Vermont. A destination for all seasons, Spruce Peak is the perfect home base for all your adventures...
Ian Schrager Succeeds With Latest Venture, Kind Of
It’s been four decades since the days of Studio 54 and since then Ian Schrager has successfully evolved into a multifaceted creative and business...
Leading Hospitality Staffing Company Sold By Family Office
Littlejohn Capital, a family office owned by Angus C. Littlejohn Jr., the co-founder of Littlejohn & Co., recently announced the sale of its portfolio company Hospitality Staffing Solutions. CEO of HSS Tim McPherson stated, "As a recognized industry leader offering the highest quality of staffing and related managed services, we enable our hospitality partners to focus on their core business...
Inspirato Expands Luxury Travel Market with Innovative Membership Model
Inspirato, renowned for its exclusive approach to luxury travel, in its 13th year, has achieved profitability, bolstered by a $25 million funding round from Capital One in October 2023. The company targets affluent clients, with over half of its members earning more than $500,000 annually...
Iconic Ritz Paris Is Rejuvenated
The only true constant is change and when the hotel world around is abuzz offering greater luxuries, pristine accommodations and highly personalized customer service, it’s hard to imagine that a hotel founded in the 1800’s could still command the respect from all its peers. Such is the case with the Ritz Paris. Undoubtedly its location in central Paris and unmistakable architecture have made it a big draw for movie settings, photographs and other big events...
