Urban “glamping” in New York

  A night under the stars is the latest luxury offering of the New York City. Glamping or glamorous camping combines camping with the luxury and amenities of a home or hotel. Without obstructing the view of stars, a New York hotel offers how many stars you can count on the polluted sky of the … Read more

Luanda, Moscow and Tokyo – the world’s most expensive cities for expatriates

African, European, and Asian Cities dominate the Top 10 Most Expensive Locations for Expatriates, according to Mercer’s cost of living survey. Although more European cities dominate the world’s top costliest locations for expatriates, several cities in Asia are among the top 10 while Luanda holds the number one position. Mercer’s 2013 Cost of Living Survey … Read more

Chateau Loudenne’s new Chinese owners to build a luxury hotel

Chateau Loudenne‘s new Chinese owners are planning to open the wine estate bought in April 2013 to the Chinese visitors. The Moutai Group, owner of Chateau Loudenne, plans to set up in Saint-Yzans-de-Medoc a luxury hotel. The existing guest house will be replaced by a luxury resort. The aim is to open 22 bedrooms, with … Read more

19th century palace in St. Petersburg reborn as the first Four Seasons in Russia

  The romance of imperial life meets modern luxury at the first Four Seasons in Russia opened in the heart of St. Petersburg. Nearly two centuries after its debut as the city’s most exclusive residence, the “House with Lions” is reborn as Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg. Situated next to St. Isaac’s Cathedral … Read more

Camel milk mixologist introduced in Abu Dhabi

  Camel milk, a real taste of the Middle East, has only recently been introduced to the main-stream consumer. The newly opened Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is offering guests a part of the Middle East in the most unique manner — with concoctions created by their in-house Camel Milk Mixologist. The Camel Milk Mixologist … Read more

High-profile openings for The Ritz-Carlton in Kyoto and Morocco

Exceptionally rich in beauty, history, spirituality and culture, Kyoto draws 50 million visitors annually to experience the city and its 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. While many of these visitors are Japanese, there is real growth in the numbers of international visitors coming to the city, and Kyoto is now very much must-see destination for … Read more