Cruise Liner Traffic to Remain Buoyant in 2012: Ratings From 2012 Berlitz Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships

It is the cruise industry’s version of the Oscars & Emmys rolled into one – renowned cruise expert Douglas Ward‘s ratings of 285 ships in 2012 Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships. Although the economy has been on a roller coaster ride towards recession, serious discounting has allowed the cruise industry to remain … Read more

King of the castle – top royal retreats in Europe

Independent writer Eloise Napier and Insignia Lifestyle Management (concierge service specialist for ultra-high-net-worth individuals) has teamed up to make a top of the most luxurious castle retreats in Europe and what these residences has to offer for a truly indulgent getaway. These are top 8 luxurious castle retreats in Europe: Château Bagnols, France Situated in … Read more

Best in the World in 2011: Cities, Islands, Hotels, Resorts, Cruises, Airlines

Condé Nast Traveler Magazine published its Readers’ Choice Awards, recognizing over 1,200 winners across various categories as voted for by over 28,000 respondants. These awards reflect the combined opinions of 28,876 Condé Nast Traveler readersrating the cities, islands, and hotels they visited in the past year, and the airlines andcruise ships they traveled with. European … Read more

Salvatore Ferragamo creates a grooming collection for Waldorf Astoria

Waldorf Astoria decided to include a touch of Italian lifestyle to its guests’ suite experience by choosing Salvatore Ferragamo Parfums. By January 2012 Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts will have Tuscan Soul Guest Amenities, an exclusive line of in-room Eau de Toilette, bath and amenity products. The beauty products created by Salvatore Ferragamo is an … Read more

Two-thirds of luxury 2012 London Olympics packages still unsold

Around two-thirds of the most expensive corporate hospitality packages for the 2012 London Olympics have yet to be sold, although organisers said they were confident of finding buyers for the rest despite the gloomy economic outlook. Prestige Ticketing Ltd, the company with sole corporate hospitality rights inside the Olympic venues, said it had sold 30-40 … Read more

Hemisphere – the largest sailing catamaran in the world

Hemisphere, the largest sailing catamaran in the world could be seen in Monaco. You can rent this marine monster for the stylish amount of 187 000 euros per week. This water giant was built over three years, has 44 meters in length and weighs over 275 tonnes. “The level of finishing and luxury of Hemisphere … Read more