The new St. Regis Shanghai Jingan brings to life the modern glamour that defines The Pearl of the Orient

China has seen an incredible increase in tourism, particularly among luxury travelers. St. Regis luxury hospitality chain is meeting the demand with a new high-end hotel. St. Regis Hotels & Resorts announces the highly-anticipated opening of The St. Regis Shanghai Jingan, marking the renowned luxury brand’s ninth hotel in the Greater China region. Situated on … Read more

The vertical forest concept popularized in Milan is brought to Nanjing, China

A breath of fresh air: First ambitious Vertical Forest project is raising in Nanjing. Not only will the sustainable urbanization project be the first in China, but in all of Asia. A total amount of 1100 trees from 23 local species and 2500 cascading plants and shrubs will cover a 6.000 sqm area of the … Read more

Comptoir Pierre Gagnaire debuts at Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li

Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li, is the only all-villa urban resort in the city. A rare architectural heritage, the hotel offers discerning guests the authentic experience of Shanghai’s romantic past. The estate comprises 55 villas, 40 residential apartments as well as The Gallery, which is a collection of restaurants and lifestyle brands. Here, Capella Hotel … Read more

The Wanda Reign on the Bund – Shanghai’s first ‘seven-star’ hotel

Wanda Reign On The Bund Now Open. The property is billing itself as the city’s first “7-star” hotel. Wanda Hotels & Resorts made its grand debut in Shanghai with its flagship hotel, Wanda Reign on the Bund, which is the 51st hotel of the group and the third hotel of its ultra-luxury hotel brand – Wanda … Read more

The cost of living in luxury and wealth creation in Asia. Study

Some highlights of the Julius Baer Lifestyle Index 2015. Despite its maturing economy, China’s HNWI wealth is expected to increase to USD 8,249.6 billion in 2020, trebling the 2010 figure and making it one of the biggest wealth creation engines in the Asia region, says the 5th JULIUS BAER WEALTH REPORT: ASIA. China’s HNWI wealth … Read more

Shanghai in slow lane as market crash accelerates slump in luxury car sales

Little interest in showrooms as deep discounts fail to drive in customers