Luxury hospitals promise the ultimate in pampering

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Premier hospitals are part of an international competition for wealthy patients willing to pay extra. The New York Times reports that many American hospitals offer a V.I.P. amenities floor with a dedicated chef and lavish services, from Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, which promises “the ultimate in pampering” … Read more

Nestle’s Maison Cailler to deliver tailor-made chocolates designed to the the customer’s individual taste

Nestle targets the luxury sector Maison Cailler is a new luxury brand created by Nestle to deliver tailor-made chocolates designed to the customer’s individual taste. Nestle, the world’s biggest food company by sales, is doing well with new products in both the luxury and affordable segments, Laurent Freixe said at launch of the Maison Cailler … Read more

B&O Play Beolit 12 portable audio system takes playfulness to a new customer demographic

Media content on the move: life must be lived like play B&O Play Beolit 12 Airplay delivers playfulness to a new customer demographic Bang & Olufsen, the global provider of luxury, integrated audio-video solutions and services, launched a new brand, B&O PLAY focused on audio-video products that combine convenience with high-quality, contemporary design for the … Read more

Hybrid offensive: Mercedes-Benz launches the world’s most economical luxury vehicle

Mercedes-Benz to Offer World’s Most Economical Luxury Vehicle: E300 BlueTEC HYBRID – 4.2 l of diesel/100 km and E400 HYBRID: combined fuel economy of 27 mpg (estimated) Mercedes-Benz is opening a new chapter in its core segment while at the same time setting new standards for luxury sedans. The E300 BlueTEC HYBRID impresses with new … Read more