Crystal AirCruises’ fully customised Boeing 777 has been christened Crystal Skye at an event at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada. Presiding over the christening of this ground-breaking vessel alongside chairman of Genting Hong Kong, Tan Sri Kok Thay Lim, and Crystal president, Edie Rodriguez, was Crystal Skye’s godfather, Matthew Upchurch.

American Express Saudi Arabia has announced that it has extended its headline sponsorship of the World Luxury Expo, Riyadh, for an additional three years. The World Luxury Expo is returning to the luxurious Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Riyadh, from March 30th-April 1st, 2016. This will be the fourth year American Express Saudi Arabia has been the exclusive headline sponsor of the highly anticipated event.

Originally built in 1962 in Bulgaria to carry passengers across the Black Sea, and then used for spying in the North Atlantic by the Soviet Union, La Sultana has gone on sale to potential buyers. The vast vessel has been completely rebuilt to the high standards needed for a classic yacht. La Sultana has seven large guest suites which can accommodate up to 12 guests and, according to yacht broker Camper & Nicholsons, has a similar pedigree to the famous Christina O, graced by presidents and celebrities.

Whether or not it’s the ‘Mad Men Effect’ is up for debate, but the world is increasingly excited about whisky, particularly single malt Scotch. Aficionados and connoisseurs will therefore welcome the news that Mortlach, one of the finest single malts to come out of Scotland, will be launching a variant especially for travellers: Mortlach Special Strength. Powerful and unique in flavour, Mortlach, dubbed ‘The Beast of Dufftown’, is a ‘best-kept secret’ among those in the know and previously released limited quantities have been snapped up quickly by enthusiasts.

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.

Luxury Travel Ltd. has launched the first in a series of set departure, luxury travel packages in Vietnam and Cambodia, allowing guests to experience the finest food, nature, and culture, while discovering the countries’ essential highlights and witnessing its astounding diversity, from North to South.