Shopping with one of the most beautiful artworks above the heads. An elaborate Chandelier by American glass sculptor and entrepreneur Dale Chihuly, known for redefining glass as an artform, is now gracing the ceiling of the Basil Street entrance in London Harrods’ new Grand Hall. “Amber and Gold” is the first ever commissioned piece … Read more
The Ritz-Carlton luxury hospitality group opened its fourth Ritz-Carlton in Japan, in the beautiful city of Kyoto. Dubbed Japan’s first urban resort and heralded as one of the most highly-anticipated openings of 2014, the new establishment “offers a timeless window to Japan and complements perfectly 85 other Ritz-Carlton properties around the globe.” A peaceful sanctuary, … Read more
World’s 10 Most Luxurious Hotel Suites. A British luxury e-retailer created around-the-world hotel package for $581,330 with a itinerary featuring suites with sweeping views of their respective cities. The happy traveler will stay at ten of the most extravagant properties around the world, with reservations booked for presidential and penthouse suites. For £359,000 ($581,329/€431,152), … Read more
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