Four Seasons launches private jet experience inspired by The White Lotus
Get ready to board the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience for an exclusive opportunity to explore some of the iconic settings of the HBO® Original Series The White Lotus with a new World of Wellness journey. Building on the recently announced global partnership between Four Seasons and HBO, the unforgettable 20-day itinerary will be offered for one exclusive journey, touching down in Maui, Taormina and Koh Samui— filming locations of
JW Marriott opens its second hotel in the Maldives
JW Marriott has opened its second property in the Maldives. Nestled in Kaafu Atoll’s largest lagoon and conveniently located just 15 minutes by boat from Velana International Airport, JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort is a luxurious retreat that offers an idyllic sanctuary to recharge the mind, body, and spirit in this tropical oceanic paradise. With 80 thoughtfully designed private
A palace-like hotel is opening in a 17th century building Paris
Maybourne has today announced a 2027 opening for its newest development in the Parisian quarter of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, The Maybourne Saint-Germain, bringing a palace-style hotel with 101 keys and 23 ultra-luxury branded residences to Paris for the first time. Expanding its prestigious hotel portfolio, Maybourne is creating an extraordinary property that reimagines bespoke hospitality in the City of Light, affirming its status as the eminent choice
Italian masterpiece Casa Brera debuts in Milan with Michelin chefs
Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan, has joined the prestigious The Luxury Collection brand by Marriott International. Strategically located in the heart of Milan, the hotel is nestled in the charming pedestrian Piazzetta Bossi, a few steps away from Teatro alla Scala and the lively Brera neighbourhood. Originally designed in the 1950s by the esteemed Italian architect Pietro Lingeri, a leading figure
Marriott has expanded its luxury all-inclusive portfolio
Marriott International has announced the ongoing expansion of its luxury all-inclusive properties under the All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, redefining the all-inclusive concept and expanding interest to luxury consumers. Following the successful debut of Marriott’s first luxury all-inclusive resort, Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Dominican Republic, the growth continues with the recent additions of Almare and Paraiso de
Ice breaker ship Le Commandant Charcot will travel the Great North
As the only high polar exploration vessel capable of navigating through the ice in the depth of the boreal winter, Le Commandant Charcot unlocks a rare opportunity to explore territories otherwise unreachable during this season. From the Baltic Sea to the shores of the St. Lawrence River, Canada, passing through Norway and Greenland, Ponant Explorations unveils 16 departures from October 2026 to
There’s a new luxury yacht sailing the French Riviera in May 2026
In May 2026, Ponant Explorations will debut a brand-new eight-day itinerary along the Côte d’Azur aboard its iconic three-masted sailing yacht, Le Ponant. Beginning and ending in Nice, the elegant vessel — the world’s first Relais & Châteaux sailing yacht — will chart an unforgettable course east to the colourful Italian fishing village of Portofino before gliding back along the
Celebrity River Cruises is launching in Europe for a truly boutique experience
Celebrity Cruises will usher in a new era in river cruising with Celebrity River Cruises, a premium river cruise vacation that will begin taking bookings this year. The brand has signed an initial order for 10 transformative ships that will take guests to historic cities on the world’s most iconic rivers, launching in Europe. Celebrity Cruises will bring the elevated
St. Regis Aruba Resort opens on Palm Beach Coast
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts has opened The St. Regis Aruba Resort, a seafront oasis designed by Hirsch Bender Associates. As part of Marriott International’s distinguished luxury portfolio, the resort epitomizes the brand’s rich heritage and signature rituals, offering an exclusive escape on Aruba’s most coveted coastline. This resort elevates the island’s hospitality scene with its refined elegance, featuring the first-ever St.
A list of all the new Four Seasons hotels opening soon
Four Seasons continues to execute its strategic growth across key global markets, expanding its iconic portfolio of hotels, resorts and residences while redefining experiential travel on land, at sea, and in the air. This growth is anchored in an approach that blends heritage with innovation as the company thoughtfully expands its offerings to meet the evolving needs of today’s luxury
Prince Edward County’s hottest resort just opened a spa
Wander The Spa, the first-ever lakefront Nordic spa in Ontario, is officially open. A place for intention and restoration, disconnect to reconnect in the tranquility of a 10,000 square foot thermotherapy circuit, nestled among the tall grasses of Wander The Resort on West Lake in Prince Edward County (15841 Loyalist Pkwy, Bloomfield). Passes start at $95 and bookings are now
A new premier luxury private jet service just took off
FlyJetr has launched its premier luxury jet charter service, redefining the essence of private aviation designed to make luxury air travel more accessible than ever. Committed to providing unmatched flexibility and convenience for its clients, the company introduces an innovative one-touch Set and Jet access feature, allowing customers to seamlessly arrange flights on over 15,000 jets to 12,000 airports worldwide,
This hotel in Shanghai is home to the world’s largest indoor snow centre
IHG Hotels & Resorts has introduced Shanghai Snow World Hotel to its fast-growing Vignette Collection, a family of one-of-a-kind hotels in destinations to remember. The property is now open within the Guinness World Records-certified “World’s Largest Indoor Ski Facility” – Shanghai L+SNOW Indoor Skiing Theme Resort – and has 272 rooms and 17 suites with direct access to more than 90,000 square meters of
Orlando is finally opening its first new theme park for the first time in 25 years
Orlando is set to welcome more than 25 experiences for 2025, including its first new theme park in over 25 years. “For the first time in 25 years, Orlando is on the brink of welcoming an entirely new theme park — a milestone that underscores our position as a top destination this year for travelers worldwide,” said Casandra Matej, president and CEO of
Are these the top luxury travel trends of 2025?
Leading luxury tour operator Artisans of Leisure has compiled its latest Luxury Travel Trends List based on the company’s intimate knowledge of the luxury travel market. “Private, luxurious, highly personalized travel continues to be a priority for affluent consumers,” said Ashley Ganz, founder and CEO of Artisans of Leisure. “They feel that travel brings joy and inspiration to their lives and that
