First upscale cruise ship to cater to the unique vacation preferences of Chinese travelers

Norwegian Cruise Line designs Chinese cruise ship. Norwegian Cruise Line (the owner of NCL, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands) announced the introduction of the first purpose-built ship customized for the China market in 2017. Currently under construction, the new ship cruise is designed specifically for the China market with accommodations, cuisine and … Read more

Countries least willing to ditch their devices while on vacation

Travelers from Thailand, Korea, Japan, and China were found to be the least prepared to give up their mobile technology, according to The Disconnect to Reconnect global survey from Hotels.com. The Disconnect to Reconnect survey examined digital vacationing habits across 28 countries worldwide, identifying the countries that find it most difficult to achieve work-life balance … Read more

The Leica difference while on a world-class vacation

Your vacations are all about creating once-in-a-lifetime moments and memories. A new program helps ensure you are able to capture these moments in the best possible way using the very best equipment. A new Leica on Loan program launched by Exclusive Resorts provides the opportunity for luxury chain guests to use a Leica camera or … Read more

vacation rentals by luxury hotel chains. A response to short term rental booking sites

vacationrentals by Four Seasons luxury chain. A new vacation rental portal launched by Four Seasons. Luxury hotel chain Four Seasons jumps on the vacation rental trend with a new rental portal, a response to the growing popularity short term rental booking siteslike Airbnb, FlipKey, VRBO and so on. The Canadian-based luxury hotel brand is following … Read more

“Backstage with the Arts tour” – European art & culture luxury vacation aboard a private jet.

Europe’s secret cultural gems in an art-filled journey offered by Four Seasons Art-centered travel packages offering extraordinary, immersive experiences are on the rise.”Today’s modern luxury traveller has an insatiable curiosity for unique experiences and new discoveries while appreciating the highest level of comfort, service and access,” Susan Helstab, executive vice president marketing, Four Seasons Hotels … Read more

V for vacation – Mercedes-Benz V-Class minivan

Mercedes presented its new minivan: V for vacation. The German premium car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz presented at the Munich Olympics complex its V-Class MPV – a new full-size multi-purpose vehicle of small family car intended to meet requirements of families, people with active hobbies, and shuttle bus operators. “With the new V-Class we are expanding the … Read more