Facilitated by a recent partnership with Sao Paulo Turismo, the official tourism authority of Sao Paulo city as well as with the Rio Convention Bureau, World Rainbow Hotels (WRH), the first and only collection of gay-friendly hotels aimed at consumers and travel agents alike, is expanding into Brazil. “WHR’s expansion into Brazil reflects the country’s … Read more
Inaugural Art Basel Hong Kong Firmly established as the art auction capital of Asia and the third-largest art auction center in the world, Hong Kong’s art scene is thriving. In Asia’s World City, art is pervasive and can be seen around every corner, whether in museums, luxury hotels, or Michelin-starred restaurants—art is an integral part … Read more
A new perspective on modern China Le Meridien’s “A New Perspective” event series have previously explored contemporary Indian art, a photographic study of Bangkok captured by nine photographers from across the Asia Pacific world, and a project by Paris-based Chinese artist An Xiaotong creating Lego artworks inspired by her visits to Le Meridien hotels in Hainan, … Read more
Luxury Hotels Encourage Budding Chefs with Fun Cooking Classes Who knows where the next Julia Child, Mario Batali, or Gordon Ramsay may be? askes The Leading Hotels of the World luxury hospitality chain. Many Leading Hotels offer programs created specifically to introduce children to the fun and joy of cooking, with hands-on classes. Among the host … Read more
Poised to be one of Manhattan’s most prestigious addresses, Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York announced the official start of sales for Tony Ingrao-designed private residences inspired by the artisanship of the revered French crystal company. The luxury glassmaker announced also the opening of the second largest store in the world. The new flagship store … Read more
Forbes Travel Guide: 55th year of rating and recommending the world’s best travel experiences Forbes Travel Guide unveiled its 55th annual listing of Star Award-winning hospitality establishments worldwide. Marking the latest installment of the travel ratings system that has been the gold standard in the hotel industry since 1958, the new awards list includes the … Read more