The need to travel is defying economic difficulties: World tourist numbers pass billion

“The need to travel is defying economic difficulties” One billion tourists have travelled the world in 2012, marking a new record for international tourism – a sector that accounts for one in every 12 jobs and 30% of the world’s services exports, according to World Tourism Organisation.   “The need to travel is defying economic … Read more

Much-anticipated Twelve at Hengshan unveiled in Shanghai

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts debuts Twelve at Hengshan in Shanghai The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts unveiled the much-anticipated Twelve at Hengshan on the renowned tree-lined Hengshan Road, one of the most historic and fashionable areas of Shanghai. This newly built residential-style urban retreat joins the legendary Astor Hotel in Tianjin, The Royal … Read more

St. Regis debuts Mauritius Resort

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts continues its global expansion with the Debut of the St. Regis Mauritius Resort, the brand’s first hotel in Africa and the 30th St. Regis hotel in the world. The St. Regis Mauritius Resort follows recent openings in Hainan and Shenzhen in China; Doha and Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi in the … Read more

Luxury hospitality: $200 million to restore some of the most celebrated hotels in Europe

$200 million to restore Gritti Palace Venice and Prince de Galles Paris   $200 million will be invested by The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, in the renovation and reconstruction of some of the most celebrated hotels in Europe.The brand is already off to a strong start with the reopening of two iconic hotels in … Read more

Bespoke $199,000 holiday season shopping package

Private jet transportation, two nights luxury accommodations, private dining room, a luxury sedan with driver, three separate shopping trips, and additional amenities, all are included in the new “Bespoke $199,000 Holiday Season Shopping Package” offered by Hazelton Hotel, Toronto Canada’s most exclusive five star hotel. The Hazelton’s Art Concierge will take the happy couple on … Read more

Art Basel Conversations and Art Salon: Premier line-up of panelists for 2012

Art Basel Miami Beach 2012   From December 6 through 9, Miami Beach, Florida, will host the 11th edition of Art Basel, the most prestigious art show in the Americas. More than 260 leading galleries from North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa will take part, showcasing works by more than 2,000 artists of … Read more