Millennials look for hotels with conveniences and luxury services

Millennials are more likely than older travelers to seek out hotels with luxury services such as dry cleaning (32%), massage or spa services (30%) and pet-friendliness (23%), according to a new survey released by Chase Card Services. Furthermore, the survey shows millennial travelers are more likely to say it’s a ‘deal breaker’ if a hotel … Read more

Super rich shift their thrills from luxury goods to costly experiences

Gourmet dining, private flights, bespoke safaris, slimming clinics and art auctions emerging as top status symbols

Speaking about luxury with Adele Shaw – owner Adele Shaw/Society store in Paris

Many times I walked rue Jacob, passing by her shop and wondering if it could be her. Until the day I stopped by, entered and started to laugh as she was so surprised to meet me after 25 years. She did not changed at all and the way she laughed remind me all the laughing … Read more

Nokia to sell the luxury Vertu division

Nokia in talks to sell luxury Vertu unit-source Last December, Nokia, once the world’s dominant mobile phone provider, unveiled its plans to dispose of “non-core assets” and signalled its intention to sell the luxury arm Vertu. The cellphone maker talks with private equity group Permira were at an advanced stage on a possible sale which … Read more

Sheraton to double its portfolio of Spas by 2015

Sheraton Hotels will grow its portfolio of signature hotel spas across Asia, the Middle East and Eastern Europe as the brand continues to expand its footprint in the world’s fastest growing markets. In tune with the resurgence of the economy and growing demand for luxury services, Sheraton will double its robust portfolio of Shine Spas … Read more