The wellness industry has always thrived on reinvention. Every year brings new trends, new buzzwords, and new ways to (supposedly) optimize our minds and bodies. But if the Global Wellness Summit’s (GWS) 2025 trend report tells us anything, it’s that the industry is now split in two: the slow, nostalgic return to “analog wellness” on … 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
Paris is no stranger to luxury, but The Maybourne Saint-Germain is set to elevate the City of Light to an entirely new realm of opulence. Announced for a 2027 debut, this latest offering from Maybourne—the prestigious group behind The Connaught, Claridge’s, and The Berkeley—blends palace-style grandeur with a game-changing hospitality concept: ultra-luxury branded residences in … Read more
It seems like the winds of change are blowing fiercely through Gucci, and it’s not just the brand’s ever-evolving collections causing a stir. Sabato De Sarno, the minimalist designer who took the helm as Gucci’s Creative Director in 2023, is out after less than two years in the job. This unexpected departure has left the … Read more
Gone are the days when leaving your dog at a kennel felt like a guilty compromise. Welcome to the era of ultra-luxurious pet hotels, where your furry friend’s vacation rivals (and sometimes outshines) your own. Leading the pack is K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel, a franchise often dubbed the “Ritz Carlton for Dogs.” Their newest … Read more
Luxury wellness has always been about pushing boundaries—from gold-infused facials to Himalayan salt saunas—but The Spa Butler has taken the concept of indulgence to chilling new heights with its bespoke snow rooms. Armed with their game-changing technology, The Spa Butler has created an arctic escape that is as stunningly beautiful as it is refreshingly innovative. … Read more