Visa collaborates with Turespaña to Enhance Luxury Shopping
Visa has formed a strategic partnership with the Tourism Office of Spain (Turespaña) to offer exclusive luxury experiences at The Bicester Collection's shopping destinations. This collaboration recently featured an event for high-net-worth cardholders at La Roca Village near Barcelona and Las Rozas Village near Madrid, where attendees enjoyed a tailored Personal Shopping service, a wine tasting led by sommelier Anmol Chandhok, and a gourmet dinner...
Nobu Restaurant Coming to Maui
Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, is set to enhance its culinary offerings with the introduction of Nobu, the renowned Japanese restaurant concept created by chef Nobu Matsuhisa and actor Robert De Niro. Scheduled to open in summer 2025, Nobu at Grand Wailea will be part of a significant $350 million renovation led by Blackstone Real Estate. This marks Nobu’s debut on Maui, promising to elevate the island's luxury dining scene...
Coco B Isla: Luxury and Wellness in Isla Mujeres
Coco B Isla is a luxury villa collection located on the serene shores of Isla Mujeres, Mexico, designed for families, couples, and friends seeking an intimate escape. Comprising four distinctive beachfront villas—Casa Coco, Casa Lola, Casa Cielo, and Encantada—each property reflects a unique charm while providing breathtaking ocean views and private saltwater pools...
Mastercard’s Coalition Targets Restoration of 100 Million Trees Worldwide
Mastercard is making significant strides in its commitment to environmental sustainability by expanding the Priceless Planet Coalition's portfolio of restoration projects. With the addition of three new restoration sites and the enhancement of six existing initiatives, the coalition aims to fund the restoration of 100 million trees worldwide...
Oberoi Amarvilas: A Luxurious Retreat Near The Taj Mahal
Oberoi Amarvilas stands as a premier hotel destination in Agra, just 1,970 feet from the iconic Taj Mahal. Designed in classical Mughal architecture, this luxurious property offers panoramic views of the monument from multiple vantage points throughout the hotel, creating an immersive experience for guests...
Barbuda’s Airport Launch Promises Growth in High-End Tourism
The newly inaugurated Barbuda International Airport, which opened on October 3, 2024, marks a significant advancement for Antigua and Barbuda's connectivity and tourism. The opening of the airport is expected to catalyze the growth of stay-over tourism, with arrivals having already increased by 17 percent in the first eight months of 2024. This reflects the government's vision to transform Barbuda into a luxurious travel destination. ..
Emerging 2025 Luxury Travel Trends
Luxury travel is set to undergo a transformative shift by 2025, emphasizing emotional experiences over traditional bucket list ambitions. According to Virtuoso, a global travel agency network, travelers are increasingly focused on how their journeys make them feel, particularly through a connection with nature...
Casa Cruz NYC: Luxury Dining Experience
Casa Cruz New York, located on the Upper East Side, blends exclusivity with public accessibility, inviting diners to experience its luxurious offerings. Housed in a six-story Beaux-Arts townhouse designed by CPH Gilbert, the restaurant features multiple dining rooms, bars, and private event spaces, each showcasing a unique character...
Casa Xixim: Eco-Luxury Retreat in Tulum
Casa Xixim, nestled on the pristine Soliman Bay in Tulum, Mexico, exemplifies the fusion of luxury and sustainability. This 4,800 square-foot villa, designed by Scott Specht of Specht Novak Architects, is strategically located within an ecologically protected area, offering guests a harmonious living experience in tune with nature...
Hāmākua Hotel, The First Luxury Hotel in The Hāmākua Coast
Hawaiʻi Island, renowned for its active volcanoes and stunning landscapes, has welcomed the luxurious Hāmākua Hotel to its collection of accommodations. This adults-only hotel, featuring eight rooms, is situated on a 100-foot sea cliff along the Hāmākua Coast, approximately 11 miles north of Hilo...
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