LVMH has acquired a stake in the small hotel brand Fontenille Collection. Over coffee at the Ned in New York, co-founder Frédéric Biousse shares the story behind the deal every indie hotelier wants. When it comes to launching a luxury hotel brand, Frédéric Biousse could offer a master class. After a long career building ‘affordable […]
Jetsetters will stop at eight different destinations including three Four Seasons properties that played starring roles in the HBO satirical comedy. Four Seasons is offering a 20-day White Lotus Private Jet Experience inspired by Mike White’s award-winning HBO series. This wellness-themed journey, limited to 48 guests, promises to “enrich body, mind, and spirit.” Travellers will visit eight […]
A meticulous multi-million-dollar restoration at PGA West brings Pete Dye’s legendary Stadium, Mountain, and Dunes courses back to their original, jaw-dropping glory. Golf courses, much like vintage Bordeaux or your favorite pair of leather shoes, only get better with time—if they’re taken care of properly. And for decades, PGA West’s trio of Pete Dye-designed courses in […]
For the billionaires of the world, private islands are an unparalleled escape offering personalised service and five-star, bespoke dining options not found at your average resort. From the Maldives to the Caribbean and the South Pacific, these hallowed getaways cater to the world’s most elite under the ultimate in privacy and seclusion. Whether dining on […]
On the heels of revealing its 67th annual Star Awards — the honor celebrate the world’s most outstanding hotels, restaurants, spas, ocean cruises and their restaurants — Forbes Travel Guide introduces The Edge List by RIMOWA, a new accolade for extreme travel experiences. The list recognises travel trailblazers that provide unparalleled access to remote, untouched […]
This Star Alliance member is betting big on ultra-long-haul routes, new aircraft with retrofitted interiors and a never-before-seen bunk bed setup for economy class. Air New Zealand has been a trailblazer in aviation creating new products, like the Sky Couch offering the first fully-flat bed in economy class, that have pushed the limits for long-haul […]
The road out of The Grange Golf Club leads into Adelaide’s late summer heat. Thousands of fans remain at the course, soaking in the final rounds of LIV Golf Adelaide, but a small group is heading somewhere else. A convoy of black Mercedes Sprinters wind through the outskirts of the city, moving away from the […]
With Season 3 of HBO’s “The White Lotus” launching Sunday night, Thailand is already seeing a double-digit boost in travel demand from fans of the show. Key Takeaways Key Background Set-jetting—choosing a destination because a film or TV show is set there—has been a growing travel trend for years. Last fall, an Expedia Brands survey […]
The 67th annual luxury hospitality awards celebrate the world’s best hotels, spas, restaurants, ocean cruises and—new this year—cruise restaurants. The world’s most luxurious hotels can often be discovered in the unlikeliest destinations. From the ancient streets of Azerbaijan to the rugged terrain of Western Montana, Forbes Travel Guide’s annual Star Awards celebrate hospitality’s finest across […]
As you step into The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach, you will find a carefully curated experience. And we don’t mean the picturesque pool where Slim Aarons shot photos or the quintessential Palm Beach aesthetic that pervades every corner. Behind its famously pink façade, the property has reimagined what a hotel can be with a […]