Globally acclaimed Alain Ducasse to oversee Le Meurice palace restaurants

Alain Ducasse is the New Chef of Le Meurice Paris. Hotel Le Meurice, the first palace hotel in Paris and part of the Dorchester Collection of hotels, has invited globally acclaimed chef Alain Ducasse to take over the management of its kitchens. He will bring to this landmark his innovative vision, ethos and distinctive take … Read more

Ecuador’s Tren Crucero joins The Luxury Train Club

Ecuador’s Tren Crucero with steam locomotives from the beginning of the 20th century takes passengers across Ecuador´s Andes watching the transition from moorlands, through cloud forests, to tropical coastal landscapes. The stunning scenery and a cruise with exciting off-train visits are now part of The Luxury Train Club offer, making it the third rail travel … Read more

For travelers who want the unique experience: 10 quirky accommodations in the U.S.

A larger-than-life beagle, a historic ferry and a subterranean B&B are on the list of 10 quirky accommodations in the U.S. compiled by TripAdvisor. Travelers seeking a unique lodging experience can hunker down in one of these far-out accommodations, which include a larger-than-life beagle, a historic ferry and a subterranean B&B. “For travelers who want a … Read more

Regal architecture: Sir Francis Drake Hotel completes $10 million renovation

Originally built in 1928, San Francisco’s Sir Francis Drake unveiled the completion of its multi-million dollar renovation during its 85th anniversary. The “new” Sir Francis Drake is characterized by regal architecture and sophisticated style. All popular public spaces, including the famed Starlight Room; 18,000 square feet of meeting and event space; and 416 guest rooms … Read more

Graffiti artists took over Luxury London hotel

Luxury London hotel hands over marble walls to graffiti artists. Thierry Noir, BRK, RUN, Christiaan Nagel and Zomby, five strong artist line up from the worlds of graffiti and street art, took over luxury hotel ME London on the Strand. Organized by Street Art London, the five internationally renowned Italian, British, South African and Spanish … Read more

Luxury Collection Hotel debuts in Ukraine with Hotel Bristol Odessa

Starwood debuts in Ukraine with Hotel Bristol, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Odessa.    Luxury hospitality chain Starwood hopes to play a leading role in Odessa and Ukrainian’s luxury market segment with the opening of Hotel Bristol, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Odessa. Odessa is the fifth largest city in Ukraine and is renowned for its seaport … Read more