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Thursday, January 15, 2026

Nium and Secret Escapes Forge Strategic Partnership to Transform Luxury Travel...

Nium, a trailblazer in real-time cross-border payments, has announced a pivotal collaboration with Secret Escapes, a global leader in luxury travel and experiences. This strategic partnership aims to revolutionize the payment process for hotel partners worldwide, offering seamless transactions in over 20 local currencies...

The Evolving Landscape of the Luxury Travel Market

The luxury travel market is poised for substantial growth, with projections indicating an increase of $703.14 billion from 2022 to 2027. This expansion is fueled by various factors, including the presence of prominent companies such as Abercrombie and Kent USA LLC, Butterfield and Robinson Inc., and Absolute Travel Inc, among others...

Chef Luu Dong: Redefining Vietnamese Cuisine at Tre Dining

Nestled in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Tre Dining welcomes patrons to a culinary journey curated by Chef Luu Dong, a young Vietnamese culinary virtuoso breathing new life into traditional Vietnamese cuisine. At just 28 years old, Chef Dong boasts a decade of culinary expertise, honed through his experiences at esteemed establishments in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi...

Global Hotel Alliance Teams Up with Plum Guide, Expanding Luxury Accommodation...

Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has announced a strategic partnership with Plum Guide, a leading platform offering unique vacation rentals, to provide discerning travelers with access to over 38,000 homes in 700 locations worldwide. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for both luxury brands, with GHA making its foray into the vacation home sector while Plum Guide ventures into loyalty programs for the first time...

Omakase Delights: Experience Japan’s Culinary Artistry

Experience the artistry of Japanese cuisine like never before with Omakase dining at Naoki Sushi in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. This esteemed establishment offers a culinary journey of exquisite flavors and seasonal delights, where each course is a delightful surprise, making every bite a memorable masterpiece...

Experience True Japanese Flavors in the Alpine Village at Myoko

Housed within the elegant Hotel Schweizerhof in Zermatt, Myoko offers a unique dining experience that brings the essence of Japanese cuisine to the Swiss Alps. This establishment boasts an impressive array of sushi rolls and sashimi, maki, tempura, and items from the robatayaki and teppanyaki grills, meticulously crafted by highly skilled Japanese chefs who use only the freshest ingredients...

China Garden: Bringing Authentic Chinese Culinary Art Amidst Alpine Landscape

Nestled in the picturesque town of Zermatt, amidst the Swiss Alps, China Garden brings the flavors of China to the heart of Switzerland. This esteemed establishment offers a tantalizing blend of traditional and contemporary Chinese dishes, expertly crafted by chefs from Peking...

Chase Sapphire Reserve Unveils Exclusive Luxury Hotel Booking Platform

Chase Travel has launched a new luxury hotel booking platform, The Edit by Chase Travel, catering specifically to Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers seeking elite perks and exceptional experiences at upscale hotels worldwide. The platform offers cardmembers an array of benefits, including room upgrades, daily breakfast for two, and the opportunity to earn rewards from Chase Travel and participating hotel rewards programs...

Symphony of Italian Cuisine Amidst Lush Green Valley at CERVO Kitchen

Located on a scenic ski slope with a spacious terrace, CERVO Kitchen at CERVO Mountain Resort in Zermatt, serving as Madre Nostra during lunchtime, offers an exceptional dining experience. Celebrating Italy’s culinary heritage, the restaurant presents the best dishes from all three CERVO restaurants, making it a gastronomic haven...

Bazaar at CERVO: A Taste of the Orient in the Heart...

Situated in the heart of the chic Alpine CERVO Mountain Resort in Zermatt, Bazaar is inspired by the vibrant markets of the East and serves as the heart of the mountain resort. This establishment offers a diverse international flavor, featuring a fusion of Arabic and Indian dishes alongside Chinese specialties...

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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...