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Nocturne Expands Luxury Villa Portfolio in the Caribbean

Nocturne Luxury Villas has further solidified its presence in the high-end vacation rental market with the acquisition of 140 premium properties from Grand Cayman Villas and Condos. This expansion aligns with Nocturne's strategy of growing its portfolio in key luxury destinations across North America and the Caribbean, which already includes Florida's Panhandle, the Baja Peninsula, St. Barts, and Telluride, Colorado...

Apex Collection Elevates Luxury Travel

Moving Mountains, a leading hospitality company specializing in high-end vacation experiences in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, has introduced the Apex Collection. This curated portfolio of luxury vacation rental homes spans premier destinations such as Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Steamboat Springs, and Vail. Designed to provide unparalleled privacy, exclusivity, and hyper-personalization, the Apex Collection caters to discerning travelers seeking more than traditional accommodations...

El Mangroove Residences: Embrace Pura Vida Luxury

El Mangroove, Autograph Collection has launched its new luxury enclave, El Mangroove Residences, inviting travelers to experience the authentic Costa Rican "pura vida" lifestyle. Nestled within the expansive 121-suite resort along the stunning beachfront of Playa Panama, the residences are set amidst lush Cenízaro and Guanacaste trees, offering breathtaking views of the Gulf of Papagayo in the renowned Nicoya Peninsula Blue Zone...

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...

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...

Villa Embrace Sets New Luxury Standards in St. Barths

Villa Embrace, located in St. Barths, stands as one of the Caribbean’s most exclusive luxury villas. Positioned on a hillside with sweeping views of Gustavia Harbor, the property reflects an elegant blend of Caribbean opulence and European-inspired design, meticulously curated by owners Marty and Michelle Weinberg...

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...

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...

KEY.co Acquires Experientials for Luxury Integration

Experientials, a leader in product integration and brand activation, has been purchased by KEY.co, a prominent marketplace for carefully chosen luxury holiday rentals. Through the selective purchase of high-end properties and premium items from leading emerging businesses, the goal is to improve the visitor experience...

Travel with Aspect Expands Partnership with Escapia for Luxury Rentals

Escapia, a significant vacation rental management platform, has expanded its strategic partnership with Travel with Aspect, a luxury travel marketplace that caters to High Net Worth Individuals. This partnership allows property managers to effortlessly publish and administer luxury vacation rentals on travelwithaspect.com, thereby simplifying the experience for both hosts and affluent travelers...

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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...