Iceland, Slovakia, Montenegro and Lavtia are leading Europe in terms of growth. Despite persistent economic malaise across much of Europe, international tourism continues to grow across the region. Available data for 2013 present an encouraging picture of the resilience of tourism demand in Europe. Out of 22 destinations reporting through at least March, 19 are … Read more
Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France to enhance its position as one of the leading resorts in the Caribbean. A “natural extension” of LVMH’s activities across the luxury spectrum, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s leading luxury products group, announced the acquisition of the Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France. LVMH luxury group wants to respond … Read more
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
Dsquared2 to open two pools-rooftop restaurant in Milan. Roberto Cavalli, Versace, GQ, Vogue, and fashion designers Dsquared2 are united by their venture into the restaurant business. Dean and Dan Caten, the twin brothers behind Dsquared2, are developing the interior design for Ceresio 7, a rooftop restaurant in Milan. Headed by former Bulgari Hotel chef Elio … Read more
Shangri-La creates ultimate travel package to Maldives for affluent Chinese. Among Chinese luxury travellers, Shangri-La was named the most preferred hotel brand for the second consecutive year in the 2013 Hurun Report – The Chinese Luxury Traveler. The luxury hotel chain announced the launch of the “Shangri- La Private Jet Journey”, a seven-day Shangri-La excursion … Read more
Top home features the wealthy choose: A statistical analysis of home features that differentiated the preferences of upscale buyers from others. The Economics and Housing Policy released a laser focused report on upscale home buyer preferences on home features, as they vary considerably from the general real estate buyer pool. What Home Buyers Really Want … Read more