Luxury Tourism News
Lexus opens new business class lounge at Brussels Airport
The Lounge by Lexus at Brussels Airport marks a further expansion of Lexus beyond the premium automotive world as a global luxury lifestyle brand.
J Haines Luxury to be unveiled at 2016 World Ski Awards
Leading hospitality authority Jenni Haines has announced the formation of a new company offering multi-faceted services in the luxury customer service and hospitality niche. J Haines Luxury, helmed by Haines, will offer a range of services designed to help companies and audiences enhance their guest experience, and also to help luxury travellers with the most discriminating tastes find the best vacation home experiences on the market today.
Formula E coming to Uruguay
The widely anticipated Formula E Championship will arrive to Punta del Este for the first time on December 13, 2014. The new electric race series will see its drivers battle out the third round in South America’s ultimate summer destination.
The Ritz-Carlton leads the luxury conversation on LinkedIn
The concept of thought leadership centres around leading a conversation and encouraging others to think differently, consider trends and form alternative points of view. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has introduced a series on LinkedIn to lead the conversation about the luxury sector.
New webinars at the ITB Academy this summer
A knowledge update can be a breath of fresh air. For those keen to broaden their knowledge the ITB Academy is hosting three new webinars with information on the latest tourism topics and surveys.
New openings set to bring fresh approach to luxury tourism in Maldives
As a gaggle of glitzy Maldives newcomers clamour for attention, vying to outdo each other for ostentation and outrageous pricing, one company is setting itself apart with a refreshingly different approach – creating an outstanding, authentic Maldives experience that gives guests more of what they want, rather than simply milking as much money as possible from them.
The Ritz-Carlton, Abama launches today
The Ritz-Carlton flag has officially been raised today in Tenerife, Spain, marking the re-naming of one of the island’s unforgettable luxury resorts. Abama Golf & Spa Resort has been managed by The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company since 2007 and has been officially re-named The Ritz-Carlton, Abama.
The changing nature of luxury travel
From life enriching experiences to behind the scenes access that money alone can’t buy, the nature of luxury travel is changing as conspicuous consumption gives way to more discreet travel. The Exclusive Travel Group, architects of refined experiential travel to Australasia, identifies the top trends that are changing the way the jet set travel.
ILTM Asia 2014: How to reach the Asian luxury traveller via social media
ILTM Asia – the largest and most exclusive gathering of luxury travel professionals in Asia – opening today in Shanghai, will reveal a new report identifying a unique insight into luxury travel trends on Asian social media, including key differences by country and demographic.
Luxury coach tour operator announces new itineraries for 2015
Luxury coach tour operator, Lochs and Glens Holidays, has introduced three exciting new summer attractions for 2015, exploring even more of Scotland’s most rural and idyllic locations.
Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort uses ATM platform to attract GCC visitors
Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, a leading tourism destination in Morocco, was one of the major participants at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM). The participation at ATM focused on promoting dedicated packages for Gulf tourists with a focus on luxury, according to Stephan Killinger, President of the resort.
ITC Hotels announces ambitious growth plans
India’s leading luxury hotel group, ITC Hotels have announced that they’re set to launch six new hotels by 2018, including two resorts and its first property outside of India, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Nakul Anand, executive director, ITC Hotels, outlined the ambitious growth plans for the group, which will see their portfolio grow from ten to 16 properties within the next four years, equating to approximately 5,000 rooms.