The Biltmore Mayfair Honored as London’s Best Luxury City Hotel
The Biltmore Mayfair is an iconic destination overlooking Grosvenor Square. First built in 1710 as a private residence and once home to literary figure Oscar Wilde, the property transformed into a hotel in 1969 and was extensively reimagined in 2019. Today, it combines heritage with modern sophistication, offering 250 rooms, 49 suites, and 8 signature suites, many with views of Grosvenor Square...
Micron Pledges AI Education Investment to Prepare America’s Future Workforce
Micron Technology has pledged a major investment in artificial intelligence education to prepare young Americans for an AI-powered future. Through its national initiative, America’s Youth: Investing in AI Education, the company will support more than 40,000 students and educators over the next four years...
Thailand Announces Launch of Luxury Train Journey for Travelers in 2025
DTH Travel will debut The Blue Jasmine this November, a restored 1960s Japanese sleeper train that offers a nine-day journey from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. The inaugural trip departs on November 16, 2025, with fares starting at $7510 per person. Designed for just 37 passengers across ten carriages, the train features three cabin categories, classic, premium, and premium suites, each with double beds, wide windows, and either shared or private bathrooms...
Singapore Welcomes Its First All-Villa Resort Offering Pure Indulgence
Raffles Hotels & Resorts has opened Raffles Sentosa Singapore, the city’s first all-villa resort, marking a significant addition to its hospitality portfolio. Backed by Asok Kumar Hiranandani’s Royal Group, the 62-villa property sits within a lush 100,000 sq m enclave on Sentosa, offering privacy and jungle intimacy rather than ocean panoramas. With entry-level villas starting around £800 per night, early occupancy rates are strong, boosted by demand from international guests and local staycationers...
Michelin-Starred Cuisine Meets Inspired Non-Alcoholic Pairings at lebua Bangkok
lebua at State Tower, the landmark luxury destination on Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River, has introduced curated alcohol-free pairings across its acclaimed dining venues, responding to rising demand for refined alternatives to wine and spirits. Home to Michelin-starred restaurants Mezzaluna and Chef’s Table, the property now offers guests thoughtfully designed beverage options that complement each menu while maintaining the artistry of fine dining...
Coastal Villa Stay on Brighton Beach, England’s Nostalgic Seaside Escape
Luxury Boltholes, known for curating distinctive high-end rentals, has introduced Amira on Airbnb, a contemporary villa that redefines Brighton’s seaside charm. The striking A-shaped residence features six en suite bedrooms, each individually styled, from the Riviera suite with a marina-view bath to the Le Manche suite with a balcony and marble wraparound bathroom...
IFC and BTG Pactual Commit $1B for Sustainability in Latin America
BTG Pactual and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) are committing up to $1 billion to sustainability and development projects in Latin America, marking one of the region’s largest private-sector pushes toward climate-focused investment. The partnership will deploy capital through co-financing, equity, and private equity funds by 2028, targeting conservation, infrastructure, and the bioeconomy in countries that are home to critical ecosystems like the Amazon...
Songtsam Lodge Cizhong Reopens as Boutique Winery Hotel in Yunnan’s Wine...
Songtsam Resorts, a collection of luxury lodges and retreats across Tibet and Yunnan, has reopened its Cizhong property as a boutique wine-focused hotel along the Lancang River in the UNESCO-designated “Three Parallel Rivers” region. The renovated lodge, designed by Qi Shanshan, Director of Songtsam’s Design and Art Center, has expanded from 10 to 26 rooms, each with a private balcony facing the jade-colored river and snow-capped peaks...
Thailand Introduces Mandatory Travel Insurance to Strengthen Tourist Safety
Thailand is reinforcing its status as a premier travel destination by implementing new insurance measures designed to protect international visitors. The Office of Insurance Commission (OIC), in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), has made travel insurance mandatory for all foreign travelers entering the country...
The Ritz-Carlton Redefines Luxury for Modern Travelers
The Ritz-Carlton, known for its tradition of refined service, is reshaping its approach to luxury hospitality to align with the expectations of younger and more experience-driven travelers. Tina Edmundson, Marriott International’s President of Luxury, explained, “Customers have evolved. There was this formality to luxury 15 or 20 years ago which just doesn’t exist today...
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Inspirato Expands Luxury Travel Market with Innovative Membership Model
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Iconic Ritz Paris Is Rejuvenated
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