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Luxury travel trends and destinations 2026 focus on authenticity
Autumn bookings for luxury travel surged 59% last year, with some travelers already securing $117,000 holidays two years in advance.
Park Hyatt's Upcoming Riviera Maya Cancun Luxury Resort
A single penthouse suite at the upcoming Park Hyatt Riviera Maya will span 2,300 square feet, epitomizing the region's aggressive pivot towards ultra-luxury travel.
US consumers favor higher-value purchases
Despite US consumers spending more money overall, they are making significantly fewer purchases, signaling a fundamental shift in buying habits.
UK home fragrance market trends 2026: Accessible products drive growth
By 2024, nearly two-thirds of all fragrance sales in the United Kingdom will come from non-luxury or affordable products, a category that prominently includes home fragrances.
Aston Martin Tower Miami Lists $75 Million Penthouse With Hypercar
For $75 million, a buyer can acquire a 20,000-square-foot triplex penthouse in Miami's Aston Martin tower, complete with a track-only Aston Martin Vulcan hypercar, one of only 24 ever made, according
Rosewood AMAALA resort opens early on Red Sea coast
Despite official Saudi Vision 2030 documents stating a 2026 launch, the ultra-luxury Rosewood AMAALA resort in Triple Bay has just announced its opening, complete with 110 pool villas and a 2,100 squa
Marriott Luxury Collection Launches New Cultural Discovery Journeys
In Japan, a 10-day 'Imperial Journey' now offers guests of Marriott's Luxury Collection experiences like sushi-making with a master and a private geiko dinner.
Luxury Travel Bookings Jump 37% for Stays Above $1,500/Night
Across 10 US World Cup host cities, luxury properties within the Virtuoso network witnessed a remarkable surge in demand.
Cartier and Van Cleef's Dazzling New High Jewelry Collections
Creating Cartier's 'Le Chœur des Pierres' collection demanded over 85,000 hours of work, a testament to a level of human artistry rarely seen in modern production.
Lee Kuan Yew's Montblanc pen fetches S$461,500 at auction
A sterling silver Montblanc fountain pen, once owned by Singapore's founding father Lee Kuan Yew, sold for S$461,500 at a Singapore online auction on August 16, 2026, nearly nine times its price from
Southwest Airlines Adds Four New Routes from Nashville
Despite being over a year away, Southwest Airlines has already set March 13, 2027, as the launch date for new weekly flights from Nashville to the popular Caribbean islands of Aruba and St.
Frasers Group Buys Harvey Nichols, Signaling Retail Shift
Luxury fashion retailer Harvey Nichols reported a near $142 million loss after tax for the year to March 2025.
Switzerland elite vaults wealthy asset storage booms
Deep within the Swiss Alps, a vault accessible only by private jet and armored convoy nears completion, designed to store billions in assets beyond traditional oversight.
Therme Group and Marriott Forge Global Luxury Wellbeing Partnership
Therme Group broke ground on a 720,000-square-foot destination in Singapore, scheduled to open in 2030.
Independent Watchmakers Drive Shift in Luxury Market
The once-unassailable dominance of major luxury watch brands faces a formidable challenge.
Ultra-luxury real estate market trends 2026 defy broader luxury slowdown
A waterfront estate on Miami Beach's Hibiscus and Palm islands recently commanded a record $51.
Bulgari Opens San Diego Boutique as US Luxury Expansion Continues
Bulgari is significantly expanding its United States presence, simultaneously launching a new boutique in San Diego, renovating its Los Angeles flagship, and preparing a new location in Topanga, all w
Gatsby's Clothier Expands Personalized Luxury Menswear
Gatsby's Clothier, a 75-year-old bastion of bespoke tailoring, just announced a $50 million investment.
American Express Adds 351 Hotels to FHR and THC Programs
American Express has quietly added 351 new properties to its exclusive Fine Hotels + Resorts (FHR) and The Hotel Collection (THC) programs.
Ritani Limited Drop Jewelry Brings Lab-Grown Diamonds Into Bolder 14kt Gold Designs
Ritani's Limited Drop Collection introduces lab-grown diamonds into bolder 14kt gold designs, moving beyond traditional solitaires and tennis lines. This collection features fashion pieces with more substantial gold, unique settings like marquise inlays and open cigar bands, and mixed-cut diamonds, emphasizing the gold's presence.
Certain home upgrades actually decrease your property value
A homeowner spent thousands on a plush white 'cloud' couch, believing it would elevate their living room's appeal.
UNICO Opens Jamaica Adults-Only Luxury Resort March 2027
Despite immediate buzz, the most anticipated new adults-only luxury resort in Jamaica, UNICO 18°77° Montego Bay, won't open its 451 ocean-view rooms until March 1, 2027, according to caribjournal .
Miami luxury real estate market booms, fueling staging demand
A staged waterfront mansion in Coral Gables recently commanded $28 million, $3 million over asking, selling in just 10 days, according to a Local Brokerage Report.
Elliott Criticizes Samsung C&T Merger Deal Terms
Activist hedge fund Elliott Management today revealed its 7.