The official release celebrates six hotels. The previous year’s results add a footnote. Awards season has a golden rule: every list is a victory for someone. Belmond’s announcement of six hotels in the 2026 World’s 50 Best Hotels is a good example. The facts are fine; the framing needs a second read. What Happened Belmond, … Read more
Forbes Travel Guide just told us where to go. More interestingly, they told us how to get there. For years, the luxury travel flex was simple: name-drop the hotel. The Aman. The Belmond. The Four Seasons. Job done, brunch conversation won. But Forbes Travel Guide’s second annual Edge List just quietly rewired the entire status … Read more
The Shifting Constellations: A Summer 2025 Overview of Global Luxury Markets The summer months of June, July, and early August 2025 saw the global luxury market navigate a nuanced landscape, moving away from the exuberant post-pandemic surge towards a more discerning, resilient, and ethically conscious era. While growth has moderated in some traditional strongholds, other … Read more
Move over, landlubbers—luxury cruising just got a Michelin-star-level makeover. For the first time in its 67-year history, Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) has set its sights on cruise ship dining, unveiling a groundbreaking new category in its prestigious Star Awards. With cruise lines investing heavily in gourmet experiences, FTG is officially recognizing the crème de la … Read more
Reopening of Maroma, A Belmond Hotel, Riviera Maya, a jewel in the heart of a tropical jungle. As the world gradually awakens to the allure of immersive travel experiences, a jewel nestled in the heart of a tropical jungle emerges as the epitome of opulent reconnection with nature. The much-awaited reopening of Maroma, A Belmond … Read more
To mark Haute Couture Fashion Week in Paris, the Dior Spa Cruise is moored at Port Henri IV in Paris. Dior Spa Cruise Brings Serenity to the Heart of Paris. As Haute Couture Fashion Week sweeps across Paris, a luxurious haven emerged on the tranquil waters of the Seine. Welcome aboard the Dior Spa Cruise, … Read more