Louis Vuitton inaugurates the 16th Maison in Shanghai

The economy maybe in tatters in much of the world but luxury retail experiences in China just keeps on growing. On the occasion of Louis Vuitton’s 20th anniversary in China, the French luxury label is inaugurating its first Louis Vuitton Maison in mainland China to the public at Plaza 66 this coming Saturday (July 21). … Read more

The new generation: 2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalists

2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalists revealed   Alexander Wang, Proenza Schouler, Prabal Gurung, Derek Lam, Thakoon or French fashion designer Joseph Altuzarra, all are previous recipients of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund – an initiative that aims to promote and nurture emerging design talent in the U.S. The programme helped rising fashion talents with the combination … Read more

Global Spa Trends. Hilton’s version.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts Unveils Report on Global Spa Trends: “A successful spa concept on a global scale is one that offers reliable services across its portfolio while respecting regional differences”   Generational use of spas, the overall impact of spas on hotels and the increasing significance of the male spa -goer are among key … Read more

The World’s Best Airlines 2012

QATAR AIRWAYS enjoys remarkable success at the 2012 World Airline Awards, winning the top accolade as the Best Airline in the World for the second year running. World Airline Awards are the most prestigious accolades for the world airline industry. Travellers from over 160 countries take part each year in the world’s largest airline passenger … Read more

France’s second largest organic A.O.C. vineyard celebrates double-digit U.S. growth

Rhône Valley Wine Region Celebrates Double-Digit U.S. Growth The Rhône Valley wine region, France’s second largest organic A.O.C. vineyard, celebrated record levels of growth in the U.S. during 2011, achieving increases of 17 percent in volume and 27 percent in value. The region also saw global growth in value for Rhône Valley wines increase by … Read more

Speaking about luxury with Richard Hatter – general manager Hotel Icon – Hong Kong

The just-opened Hotel Icon located in the heart of  Tsim Sha Tsui East, Hong Kong, is one-of-a-kind. Owned by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hotel ICON has been able to forge its own identity and serves as a resource center for the hospitality industry. Since its launch, it has earned numerous readers’ choice awards and … Read more