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Jan 21, 2013 | Contributor: Carly ZindermanThe Swissôtel Goa is located in the town of Calangute, which is one of the most popular tourist destinations in North Goa. The 135 guestrooms and suites are designed and proportioned among eight three-level buildings, set within a tropical garden featuring idyllic lily ponds and a courtyard pool area.... Read More | 
Jan 18, 2013 | Contributor: Carly ZindermanOrient-Express is pleased to announce that it has completed a substantial $20 million refurbishment of the main building of the Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The project began in 2011 and has just been completed to include an expanded lobby as well as expanded and enhanced guestrooms and a Cipriani restaurant. As part of the renovations, Copacabana Palace has also introduced two new boutiques inspired by the energy and spirit of Rio, in partnership with retail management firm, Seaside Luxe. Both boutiques, named 1923 and Villa Copa, will sell a range of stylish apparel including swimwear and accessories for men and women – ranging from chic basics to one-of-a-kind designer exclusives by both local and international designers. The completion of the refurbishment at the hote... Read More | 
Jan 15, 2013 | Contributor: Jared Paul Stern | 1 CommentOnline custom luxury travel resource Zicasso is offering the ultimate tour of South Africa, the Seychelles and Antarctica for an unprecedented $128,000 per person. The 14-day journey is available for a group of eight elite travelers who desire the best of everything on an exotic excursion.... Read More | 
Jan 11, 2013 | Contributor: Sally Farris | 1 CommentBanyan Tree’s Shanghai location is the city’s first all river-view hotel. Inside, its luxury spa is utilizing the same award-winning Asian therapies that Banyan Tree Spas have become known for—creating a balance of the five elements, both in rejuvenating treatments and in the interior design of the 11-room facility. The spa, in congruence with its trendy location on the Bund, (a region riddled with both contemporary business facilities and historical landmarks) combines modern and edgy Asian décor with a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.... Read More | 
Jan 11, 2013 | Contributor: Tara Imperatore | 2 CommentsIn a shocking turn of events, the Mayan calendar's predictions did not come true. So now what? I guess it's time to take that exciting luxury vacation you've always dreamed of before the world potentially comes to an end again.... Read More | 
Jan 4, 2013 | Contributor: Carly ZindermanIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has announced a new hotel opening, the InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah Hotel & Residences, scheduled to open in 2015. The new hotel will be the brand's first mixed-use development in Indonesia.... Read More | 
Dec 13, 2012 | Contributor: Sally Farris | 1 CommentOnce a place where sophisticated soirees went into the wee hours of the night; where government officials rested their heads; and where respected international travelers hung their hats, The Majestic Hotel has become quite the prominent figure in Malaysia since its construction in 1932. Throughout the years, it has undergone renovations and additions, but still retains all of its former colonial glory.... Read More | 
Dec 12, 2012 | Contributor: Tara ImperatoreIt happened—you decided your life was lacking true excitement and the only cure is an authentic African safari complete with leopards, buffalo and elephants, live in the flesh. Up until now, you might've only seen such creatures on TV or behind secure fencing, so this is going to be quite the exhilarating travel experience.... Read More | 
Dec 12, 2012 | Contributor: Jared Paul SternWhen Laurance Rockefeller opened the Caribbean’s first luxury eco-resort in 1958, the Dorado Beach Hotel and Golf Club in Puerto Rico, celebrities like John F. Kennedy, Elizabeth Taylor, Ava Gardner and Joan Crawford flocked to it. This week ushers in a new era of jet-setting at the legendary 1,400-acre property as it re-opens as the $342 million Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve—the first Reserve property in the Americas from the world famous hospitality brand.... Read More | 
Dec 7, 2012 | Contributor: Sally FarrisSublime Samana is a lovely seven-acre resort hidden in the tranquility of a hilly tropical jungle bordered by white sand beaches. Built around a series of canal pools, the property ensures that its guests feel they are one with the surrounding environment. Located on the northeast coast of the Dominican Republic, Sublime Samana boasts open-air spaces constructed using natural materials to further convince its temporary inhabitants of their harmonious existence.... Read More | 
Dec 5, 2012 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoBrisa Caribe, located on the Mayan Riviera, offers luxurious accommodations within nine unique bedrooms and ten baths, boasting breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. The fully air-conditioned villa provides guests with an entertainment room and stocked wet bar as well as a rooftop bar and dining terrace perfect for some al fresco dining! For relaxing in the warm sun, Brisa Caribe showcases three stunning pools and cascading waterfalls, including a fresh water and salt water pool.
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Nov 29, 2012 | Contributor: Susan KimeOne area of agreement in the published 2012 affluence research is the three intrinsic dimensions of most high-end products: legacy, scarcity and worth. Legacy cuts two ways: for the vendor, it means having a great story associated with the product, for the buyer, it means having the product able to create substantial memories.... Read More | 
Nov 28, 2012 | Contributor: Sally FarrisBrazil is perhaps best known for its barely-there bikinis, but second on the list of Brazilian treasures would have to be its beautiful beaches. Kenoa Exclusive Beach Spa & Resort offers to help elite travelers make the best of that famed coastline with their state-of-the-art facilities. Instead of experiencing those beaches with other cooler-toting tourists stepping all over your tranquility, Kenoa promises to “expand your journey, while ensuring your privacy.” The Design Hotels resort was built with the surrounding natural environment in mind, using fragrant woods and calming colors to engage all of your senses in luxury.... Read More | 
Nov 26, 2012 | Contributor: Carly ZindermanFairmont Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the opening of Fairmont Makati on December 3rd, marking the brand’s entry into the Philippines. With its premier location in the heart of the Ayala Centre, Makati’s financial and entertainment district, the hotel is within walking distance to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Ayala Museum and the city’s most luxurious shopping areas. The Fairmont Makati offers 280 spacious deluxe rooms and suites, including Fairmont Gold, the hotel’s exclusive hotel within a hotel. The tower housing Fairmont Makati is also home to Raffles Makati, a 32-room, all-suite hotel, and Raffles Residences, featuring 237 one- to four-bedroom residences for both short and long- term stays. The new luxury hotel also features an array of restaurants and eateries... Read More | 
Nov 26, 2012 | Contributor: Diane Sukiennik & Michael ReissCosta Rica is a naturalist's dream come true. This diminutive country—the size of West Virginia with a population of four million—has made its mark on the tourist map by devoting more than a third of its land to natural parks and wildlife preserves. Its reputation as an ecological sanctuary, filled with carefully preserved fauna and flora, is legendary. From the rugged, volcanic mountain peaks to the tropical rainforests, to the world-class surf, this country rocks.... Read More |
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