World&#039;s Finest Stays

05/07/2026

The sustainability audit: what luxury hotels measure that guests never see

Discover how sustainability metrics now define true luxury hotels, from energy and water benchmarks to certifications, financing, and what couples should ask before booking.

VIP Services

28/06/2026

The concierge who remembers everything: how loyalty data creates better stays

Discover how luxury hotels use guest profiles, AI, and loyalty data to personalize family stays, balance concierge service with privacy, and build long-term loyalty.

Safari lodges where the landscape is the luxury

Hidden Gems

06/07/2026

Safari lodges where the landscape is the luxury

Discover how luxury safari lodges in Africa for 2026 are redefining indulgence through restraint, conservation-led design, intimate eight-suite camps, and seasonal planning that lets the landscape lead every part of your safari experience.

The Mediterranean addresses that earn their reputation every summer

Beachfront Escapes

21/06/2026

The Mediterranean addresses that earn their reputation every summer

Discover how Mediterranean luxury hotels for summer 2026 are evolving, from adult-only Ibiza resorts and boutique palazzi in Florence and Valletta to sustainable Crete retreats and the new Orient Express La Minerva in Venice.

How AI is quietly reshaping what happens between booking and checkout

Digital Innovations

Luxury hotels in Japan: beyond the ryokan

18/06/2026

How AI is quietly reshaping what happens between booking and checkout

AI is quietly transforming luxury hotel stays between booking and checkout, from invisible concierges to dynamic pricing and post-stay personalization.

29/06/2026

Luxury hotels in Japan: beyond the ryokan

Explore how luxury hotels in Japan blend omotenashi, modern design, and ryokan traditions, from Aman Tokyo and JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo to Niseko ski resorts and coastal retreats in Ise-Shima.

Orient Express Corinthian: the sailing superyacht that redefines luxury at sea

16/06/2026

Orient Express Corinthian: the sailing superyacht that redefines luxury at sea

How the Orient Express Corinthian, the world’s largest sailing yacht, blends hotel-level suites, Yannick Alléno dining and sustainable propulsion to redefine luxury sea travel.

When the kitchen outshines the suite: a guide to food-first luxury hotels

Culinary Delights

12/06/2026

When the kitchen outshines the suite: a guide to food-first luxury hotels

A journalist’s guide to food-first luxury hotels where the restaurant, not the room, is the reason to book, with examples, booking tips and couples-focused advice.

Hyper-local or nowhere: why cookie-cutter luxury hotels are losing guests

04/06/2026

Hyper-local or nowhere: why cookie-cutter luxury hotels are losing guests

Discover how hyper-local luxury hotel design, backed by data from WATG Advisory and The Points Guy, boosts guest loyalty and creates unforgettable solo travel experiences from London and Hong Kong to Kyoto, Siena and Istanbul.

Luxury hotels abroad vs. at home: the 2026 price gap families should know

12/06/2026

Luxury hotels abroad vs. at home: the 2026 price gap families should know

How the 2026 price gap between luxury hotels abroad and at home really works for families. Data led comparisons, destination pairs, timing tips and booking strategies.

Low-impact luxury: sustainable escapes for early summer travelers

Sustainable Luxury

28/05/2026

Low-impact luxury: sustainable escapes for early summer travelers

Discover why early summer is the ideal season for sustainable luxury travel for couples, with quieter Mediterranean islands, alpine retreats and eco-luxury benchmarks from Costa Rica to South Korea, plus practical tips for booking low-impact high-end stays.

Why the minibar tells you everything about a hotel's ambition

31/05/2026

Why the minibar tells you everything about a hotel's ambition

Discover how the minibar reveals a luxury hotel’s true ambition, from pricing and curation to technology, business travel needs and what disappearing minibars really signal.

The real cost of a luxury hotel night: unpacking what you pay for

29/05/2026

The real cost of a luxury hotel night: unpacking what you pay for

Discover what really drives the price of a luxury hotel night, from development costs and ADR benchmarks to staffing, dynamic pricing and how premium families can judge true value.

The service philosophy that makes guests return to the same suite every year

25/05/2026

The service philosophy that makes guests return to the same suite every year

Explore how a true luxury hotel service philosophy, from discreet personalization to data-driven guest profiles, turns first-time visitors into loyal guests who return to the same suite year after year.

When the bathroom becomes the destination: spa-grade design in luxury hotels

Luxury Interior Styles

22/05/2026

When the bathroom becomes the destination: spa-grade design in luxury hotels

Discover how luxury hotel bathrooms evolved from status symbols to spa-like sanctuaries for couples, with wellness-first design, smart technology, and suite bathrooms featuring freestanding tubs and rainfall showers.

Luura Cliff: an adults-only hideaway reshaping the Greek island stay

Hidden Gems

14/05/2026

Luura Cliff: an adults-only hideaway reshaping the Greek island stay

Discover Luura Cliff Paros luxury hotel, an adults-only cliff-side retreat opening in 2025 on the Cycladic island of Paros, with 39 design-led suites, private pools, Aegean Sea views and dining collaborations with Mimi Kakushi and La Cantine du Faubourg.

Luxury hotels where architecture tells the story

Architectural Marvels

27/05/2026

Luxury hotels where architecture tells the story

Discover how luxury hotel architecture design turns high-end properties into destinations in their own right, with real examples, key architects, and practical tips for choosing your next stay.

Sustainable Luxury

17/05/2026

What 'sustainable luxury' actually means inside a hotel

Discover how to choose genuinely sustainable luxury hotels for family travel, with real examples, data points, and design details that make eco conscious stays more comfortable for children.

Zannier Bendor: a private island rewriting the French Riviera playbook

Beachfront Escapes

12/05/2026

Zannier Bendor: a private island rewriting the French Riviera playbook

Preview Zannier Île de Bendor, a 93-room private island hotel off Bandol in Provence, with a 1,200 m² wellness centre, Mediterranean dining and easy French Riviera access.

The hotels worth booking before they open: summer 2026 preview

Health and Wellness Trends

11/05/2026

The hotels worth booking before they open: summer 2026 preview

Discover how couples can make the most of new luxury hotel openings in summer 2026, from Italy and the Dolomites to the Maldives, Mykonos, London and Shanghai, with concrete booking tips and early-opening advantages.

Trends

How to choose the best hotel pillows for a luxury level sleep

10/07/2026

How to choose the best hotel pillows for a luxury level sleep

Discover how to choose the best hotel pillows for luxury-level wellness sleep, from materials and firmness to sustainability, pricing, and pillow menus in high-end hotels.

by Thiago Fernandes

Hushpitality: why the smartest travelers now pay more for less

08/05/2026

Hushpitality: why the smartest travelers now pay more for less

Discover how hushpitality, quiet hotels, and premium minimalism are redefining modern travel, as guests willingly pay more for less noise, fewer distractions, and deeper rest.

by Isabella Yoshida

Inspiration

Luxury hotels for solo travelers: where solitude meets service

20/05/2026

Luxury hotels for solo travelers: where solitude meets service

Discover how luxury hotels are evolving for solo travelers, from single-friendly room design and solo female safety in Paris to packages that waive single supplements and offer curated experiences for one.

Waldorf Astoria Admiralty Arch: inside London's most storied new address

Architectural Marvels

10/05/2026

Waldorf Astoria Admiralty Arch: inside London's most storied new address

Discover Waldorf Astoria Admiralty Arch London, a Grade I listed gateway on The Mall transformed into a flagship luxury hotel with around 100 rooms, landmark views, and a headline culinary partnership between Clare Smyth and Daniel Boulud.

Places

16 Jul 2026

An elegant guide to the best hotels in Anchorage for a refined Alaskan stay

16 Jul 2026

An elegant guide to the best hotels in Dallas for a refined city stay

15 Jul 2026

An elegant guide to the best hotels Costa Rica offers for a refined stay

13 Jul 2026

Where to stay on the Las Vegas Strip for a truly exceptional hotel experience

Experience

The invisible luxury: what the world's best hotels do before you check in

07/05/2026

The invisible luxury: what the world's best hotels do before you check in

Discover how pre-arrival service, anticipatory hospitality, and invisible room details shape a modern luxury hotel guest experience, especially for business leisure travelers.

Experience the best hotel stays in San Francisco: luxury, location, and stunning views

Remote Work Adaptations

Maximizing your travel: how premium hotel loyalty programs elevate every stay

03/02/2026

Experience the best hotel stays in San Francisco: luxury, location, and stunning views

Explore the best hotel in San Francisco for luxury, stunning views, and top amenities. Find your perfect stay in iconic neighborhoods with expert tips.

by Séverine Beaufort

People

Remote Work Adaptations