First Hyatt property opened in Northeast China

353-room hotel opens as first Hyatt property in Northeast China.    Luxury hospitality chains expand the presence in China. The latest to provide a new level of upscale sophistication to business and leisure travelers in Northeast China is Hyatt Hotels Corporation. The company announced the opening of Grand Hyatt Shenyang, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in … Read more

Top cognac bars around the world

Bernard Hine: World’s Best Cognac Bars. Sommeliers around the world and cognac enthusiasts can be sure to find in London, New York, Paris and Singapore top favorite cognac bars around the world and the perfect accompaniment to a fine hand-made Havanna cigar. Guests can create a vertical tasting to compare vintages or retire to an … Read more

Dubai on track to achieve state’s Tourism Vision for 2020 of 20 million tourists annually

More than 5.5 million tourists visited Dubai in the first half of 2013, representing an 11.1 per cent year-on-year increase, indicating that Dubai is on the way to achieving its Tourism Vision for 2020. The first half visitor number results, released by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), show increases across all key … Read more

Mexico, Peru and Ecuador recognised as South America’s leading tourist destinations

The hottest South American destination of 2013. World Travel Awards celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and is acknowledged across the globe as the ultimate travel accolade, celebrating those brands which are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence in product and service. Mexico, Peru and Ecuador were among the big names to emerge victorious during … Read more

Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France bought by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton luxury group

Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France to enhance its position as one of the leading resorts in the Caribbean. A “natural extension” of LVMH’s activities across the luxury spectrum, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s leading luxury products group, announced the acquisition of the Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France. LVMH luxury group wants to respond … Read more

Supperclub opens in Dubai

Supperclub Dubai opened at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. Supperclub is a restaurant, cocktailbar, club, gallery and experimental free state all rolled into one whether it’s in Istanbul, Amsterdam, Los Angeles, San Francisco, London or Dubai. From July, the globally acclaimed supperclub brand from the creative capital Amsterdam has officially opened its doors to a new address … Read more