Villa Firenze Offers a Luxurious Wellness Escape in the Heart of...
Villa Firenze, a luxurious wellness retreat in Costa Rica, offers guests a holistic escape designed to promote relaxation and rejuvenation. The wellness day begins with a guided yoga session amidst the villa's stunning natural surroundings, followed by personalized spa treatments that utilize locally sourced, natural products...
Apple Expands Educational Resources and Grant Program
In line with its decades-long dedication to supporting education, Apple has introduced new free classroom resources and expanded its education grant program in celebration of World Teachers' Day. The new offerings include Creative Activities, designed for early learners and students, which enable educators to integrate creativity into their lessons without increasing workload...
The Dewberry Hotel Redefines Southern Luxury in Charleston
The Dewberry, a luxury hotel in Charleston, South Carolina, has become a standout destination since its opening in 2016. Housed in the historic L. Mendel Rivers Federal Building, the property seamlessly blends mid-century modern architecture with Southern charm. Under the vision of owner John Dewberry, the hotel offers 153 artfully designed rooms, each featuring luxurious amenities like Vermont Danby marble bathrooms and custom furnishings...
AZDS and Way Launch Unified Hotel Booking Experience
AZDS and Way have introduced a new integrated digital reservation system designed for hotels and resorts. The innovative solution enables guests to book rooms and ancillary experiences, such as ticketed dinners or on-site amenities, through a single transaction on the property's official website...
Evolving Preferences and Opportunities in The Luxury Travel Market
The demand for luxury tourism and hospitality is predicted to outpace all other industry segments, fueled by a rise in the number of individuals with net worths between $1 million and $30 million and a growing base of aspiring luxury travelers with net worths ranging from $100,000 to $1 million. These travelers, especially younger ones, are willing to allocate more of their wealth to upscale travel experiences...
Sezanne Shines Among Asia’s Best Restaurants
Sezanne, located in the Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at, has gained significant recognition, ranking No. 2 on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2023 list and debuting at No. 37 on the World's 50 Best Restaurants list. Under the guidance of British chef Daniel Calvert, the restaurant’s rise within two years of opening includes earning two Michelin stars...
TROBBU Tulum to Debut as Luxury Villa Experience in 2025
TROBBU Boutique Collection has announced the launch of TROBBU Tulum, the region’s first all-inclusive luxury villa experience, opening in January 2025. Situated in the serene jungle, this collection will feature 10 exclusive villas, each spanning 2,745 square feet across three levels...
Ben & Jerry’s Partners with Farmers to Drive Sustainable Dairy Practices
Ben & Jerry’s Low Carbon Dairy project is driving significant change in the dairy industry by partnering with farmers, scientists, and experts to reduce the environmental impact of dairy farming. The initiative focuses on improving soil health, animal welfare, and climate resilience, aiming to reduce farm emissions by 50% by 2025...
Hotel à Parfum Offers Unique Sensory Experience
Magna Pars Suites Milano, also known as Hotel à Parfum, offers a unique blend of Italian hospitality and sensory exploration in the heart of Milan's Tortona district. Established on the premises of a historic perfume factory, the hotel features 60 luxurious suites, each designed with Italian craftsmanship and inspired by floral, fruity, aromatic, or woody olfactory notes...
Airlines Continue to Redefine Luxury in First Class
The airline industry is experiencing a transformation, particularly in the premium cabin space, as airlines vie to provide the most luxurious first-class experiences. While some carriers have eliminated long-haul first-class options, others, like Emirates, Lufthansa, Etihad, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas, are enhancing their offerings...
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The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023
Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023. We recognize the outstanding achievements of these leaders who are at the highest levels of the hospitality industry. Despite the many titles that can be found in this year's list – whether it be CEO, president, or founder – all of these exceptional individuals are responsible for overseeing the overall business strategies for some of the most respected names in the world of luxury hotels...
The Top 25 Hotels and Executives of New York for 2023
Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotels of New York for 2023. No place epitomizes luxury like the Empire State. Its iconic metropolis, New York City, or the Big Apple, stands as a premier destination for those seeking a myriad of upscale accommodations. In Manhattan alone, the area boasts hundreds of hotels catering to diverse and discriminating tastes. Ranging from timeless classics to avant-garde modern establishments, these accommodations are celebrated for their sophisticated lounges offering panoramic city views, indulgent spas, high-thread-count linens, and exquisite five-star dining experiences...
Hospitality Sector Sees Signs of Decelerating Growth
Quarter to quarter the traffic to hotels on a global basis varies but generally we have seen a positive trend indicating a vibrant and...
The Leading Northeast Ski Resort Is In Stowe, Vermont
While many travelers flock out west for traditional ski trips and winter vacations, those looking for a more intimate and tailored experience know to head Northeast to Spruce Peak in Stowe, Vermont. A destination for all seasons, Spruce Peak is the perfect home base for all your adventures...
Ian Schrager Succeeds With Latest Venture, Kind Of
It’s been four decades since the days of Studio 54 and since then Ian Schrager has successfully evolved into a multifaceted creative and business...
II San Pietro Di Positano, A Jewel Of Italian Hospitality On The Amalfi Coast
Il San Pietro di Positano is a family-run Relais and Chateaux property, nestled in the cliffs overlooking the bay of Positano and located a few miles’ shuttle-ride away from town. The property is at one with its natural environment, surrounded by lush greenery and stunning panoramic views.
Iconic Ritz Paris Is Rejuvenated
The only true constant is change and when the hotel world around is abuzz offering greater luxuries, pristine accommodations and highly personalized customer service, it’s hard to imagine that a hotel founded in the 1800’s could still command the respect from all its peers. Such is the case with the Ritz Paris. Undoubtedly its location in central Paris and unmistakable architecture have made it a big draw for movie settings, photographs and other big events...
Inspirato Expands Luxury Travel Market with Innovative Membership Model
Inspirato, renowned for its exclusive approach to luxury travel, in its 13th year, has achieved profitability, bolstered by a $25 million funding round from Capital One in October 2023. The company targets affluent clients, with over half of its members earning more than $500,000 annually...
Rosewood Brand and Presence Becomes More Prevalent
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts was acquired by the family of billionaire Henry Cheng in 2011 for $229.5 million and since then the company has...
Leading Hospitality Staffing Company Sold By Family Office
Littlejohn Capital, a family office owned by Angus C. Littlejohn Jr., the co-founder of Littlejohn & Co., recently announced the sale of its portfolio company Hospitality Staffing Solutions. CEO of HSS Tim McPherson stated, "As a recognized industry leader offering the highest quality of staffing and related managed services, we enable our hospitality partners to focus on their core business...
