Lucia Ferraro
Travel & Dining Writer
As a Travel & Dining Writer for The Prestige Edit, Lucia Ferraro covers luxury hotels, fine dining, and exclusive cultural experiences. Her work focuses on uncovering exquisite destinations and gastronomy, offering readers detailed reviews, destination guides, and insights into wine pairing. Through immersive storytelling and a keen eye for detail, she aims to transport readers to the heart of each experience and provide a taste of the extraordinary.
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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.
Aug 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Michelin Star Restaurants Embrace Immersive Dining Amidst Rising Costs
At Harbor House Inn, a two-Michelin-starred restaurant, a single dinner for two with wine pairing and an overnight stay can easily exceed $1,500, excluding taxes and gratuity.
Aug 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Marriott Expands Luxury All-Inclusive Portfolio in Barbados
On Barbados' South Coast, the Turtle Beach resort has officially reopened, now operating as a Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive.
Aug 12, 2026 · 2 min read
What are bespoke culinary experiences and luxury dining?
While nearly 60% of all restaurant visits now happen off-premises, the global luxury food market is simultaneously projected to surge from $194.
Aug 11, 2026 · 5 min read
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 .
Aug 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Most Exclusive Adventure Travel Programs
Only 12 individuals worldwide will ever experience 'Project Aurora,' a 10-day sub-orbital space flight costing $50 million, with a waitlist extending over seven years.
Aug 10, 2026 · 5 min read
Lopesan opens 3 luxury all-inclusive resorts in DR
Lopesan Hotel Group has poured over $350 million into three new all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic, adding more than 1,000 rooms and a 417-foot lagoon pool.
Aug 10, 2026 · 3 min read
AI can't replicate the trust clients place in human luxury travel advisors.
While 37% of U.S. travelers now use AI to plan their trips, according to Hoteldive , the dream of a once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon to the Amalfi Coast or the meticulous coordination of a complex multi-c
Aug 10, 2026 · 4 min read
Redefining Global Fine Dining Destinations and Culinary Traditions
In 2026, August, a fine-dining restaurant in Jakarta, established just five years prior, secured the 42nd spot on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list.
Aug 9, 2026 · 5 min read
Ryan Walker Denied Entry to New Amanvari Resort Amid Brand Controversy
At Amanvari, a newly opened luxury resort where rooms were listed for over $6,000 a night, staff called the police on a paying guest for attempting to check in.
Aug 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Fine dining's future: Trends in experiential and accessible menus.
Dinner in the Sky serves meals at a dining table suspended from a crane more than 150 feet in the air, offering diners a breathtaking, albeit precarious, view.
Aug 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Top 5 Michelin-Starred Experiential Restaurants
At one three-Michelin-starred restaurant, a single dish might involve a bespoke soundscape, a custom scent diffused at the table, and a narrative delivered by the chef, transforming a meal into a perf
Aug 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Luxury Hotels Launch Curated Itineraries and All-Inclusive Packages
Grand Velas Los Cabos stands alone, simultaneously holding a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star hotel rating, AAA Five Diamonds, and a Michelin-starred restaurant, as reported by Haute Living .
Aug 7, 2026 · 2 min read
What is the role of a Maître d'Hôtel in fine dining guest experience?
In a top fine dining establishment, the seamless flow of service—from the perfectly set table to the knowledgeable sommelier—is not accidental.
Aug 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Aman Resort Police Controversy: Luxury Travel YouTuber's $6,000/Night Stay Canceled
A new Aman resort, Amanvari, charging $6,000 per night, canceled a luxury travel reviewer's reservation the night before his stay, then summoned police when he was denied entry, according to Live and
Aug 6, 2026 · 2 min read
6 New Luxury Hotel Openings Redefining Exclusive Travel in 2026
At The Fontenay in Hamburg, guests browse over 1,000 titles, a library meticulously curated by local bookseller Felix Jud, according to Graziamagazine .
Aug 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Amanvari Resort: Baja's Luxury Entry, Opening Reports Conflict
With rooms starting at $4,500 per night and peak rates exceeding $7,000, the Amanvari Resort on Baja's East Cape redefines ultra-luxury exclusivity, though its opening status is disputed.
Aug 4, 2026 · 5 min read
What Are Private Chef Services and Exclusive Home Dining Experiences?
In Washington D.C., a private chef experience for two people costs $156 per person. This price point shatters the myth of private dining as an exclusive indulgence for the ultra-rich. It positions per
Aug 4, 2026 · 3 min read
The Lind Boracay Offers 118 Rooms of Intimate Luxury
The Lind Boracay, a luxury resort with 118 rooms, has just been named among the Philippines’ Best Beach, Island + Upcountry Resorts in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, ranking No.
Aug 3, 2026 · 2 min read
Top 7 Design-Led Luxury Stays for Discerning Travelers
Kyoto’s Kintsugi House, trading traditional tatami for minimalist concrete suites, recently saw a 30% surge in high-net-worth bookings.
Aug 3, 2026 · 4 min read