This has never happened in history: International tourism to reach one billion in 2012

International tourist arrivals grew by over 4% in 2011 to 980 million, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. With growth expected to continue in 2012, at a somewhat slower rate, international tourist arrivals are on track to reach the milestone one billion mark later this year. International tourist arrivals grew by 4.4% in … Read more

Top hotels to spot the rich and famous

City Celeb Spotting Where you can spot all your favorite celebs? Hotels.com has assembled the top city hotspots and secluded retreats for travelers to marvel at the lifestyle of Hollywood idols while being pampered like they are celebrities themselves:   Chateau Marmont, Los Angeles –This historic Sunset Boulevard hotel is a Mecca for the rich, … Read more

Romantic getaway at one of the most photographed structure in the world

Rolls Royce Phantom drive and a a moonlight swim: Romantic getaway at Burj Al Arab hotel Burj Al Arab unveils romantic Gold Package Burj al Arab plans to offer the most romantic experiences for for a marriage proposal, wedding anniversary or birthday. The World’s most luxurious hotel has announced the launch of a “Gold Package” designed to … Read more

Paramount enters luxury hospitality business

American film and television production & distribution company Paramount plans to create up to 50 hotels and resorts themed around Hollywood and California. The luxury hotels will be focused on ‘elements of the California lifestyle’. The hotels of one of the leading companies in the history of cinema will be centered around the art of … Read more

Justin Bieber named “Elizabeth Taylor Fragrance Celebrity of the Year”

At the upcoming annually Fifi Awards, the 2012 Elizabeth Taylor Fragrance Celebrity of the Year Award will go to Justin Bieber and his “Someday” fragrance that made $3 million in just three weeks at US department store Macy’s. The “Elizabeth Taylor Fragrance Celebrity of the Year Award” honors a celebrity who has embraced and promoted … Read more

Tod’s to relaunch iconic Elsa Schiaparelli fashion house

The opening of the “Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossibile conversations” exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum in New York was the perfect moment for an important announcement for the world of fashion. Diego Della Valle, owner of Tod’s Group, intends to relaunch the iconic Italian fashion brand Elsa Schiaparelli. Della Valle purchased the rights to the Elsa … Read more