USA Today • 6th November 2024

5 ethically responsible whale watching tours for an epic eco-friendly getaway

Ecotourism is undeniably one of the most popular forms of travel right now. Of all the various ecotourism trends, whale watching is a favorite for many sustainable trip seekers.

USA Today • 28th October 2024

Last-chance tourism: Discover 4 destinations before they disappear

As climate change rocks ecosystems worldwide, the phenomenon is also shifting travel. Some locations are becoming known as last-chance tourism destinations, as they could soon drastically transform as the planet evolves. More people want to see these gems before they're gone or changed for good, but many don’t know how to do so responsibly. It's a delicate balance between tourism and preservation.

High Net Worth Magazine • 6th October 2024

Digital Detox Destinations: 8 Travel Experts Share Their Top Picks

We asked CEOs and travel experts to share their top picks for a luxurious digital detox. From embracing tropical Costa Rica to exploring ecotourism in Iceland, here are eight recommendations for your next getaway.

Luxury Portfolio International • 21st September 2024

Luxury Portfolio International Magazine Vol. 14 No.2

Expansive green spaces are capturing the hearts of those wanting to put down roots a little closer to the land.

USA Today • 19th September 2024

Why coolcations are the next big travel trend, plus where to go and what to do

With the world heating up, it's no surprise travelers are looking for respite from climbing temperatures. Instead of hitting the popular destinations in the heat of summer — with millions of others — it might be time to consider a coolcation.

USA Today • 17th September 2024

Ready for anything: How to build a go bag for climate emergencies

Across the world, families and individuals are being rocked by disasters and finding themselves in dangerous situations where they must evacuate their homes. This will happen to more people every year until we can get climate change under control. To prepare and adapt, go bags are essential. And with September designated as National Preparedness Month, the best time to put one together is now.

Luxury Daily • 16th August 2024

American Express to bring Centurion Lounge to Salt Lake City

American Express is bringing new perks to travelers in the Western United States.

Luxury Daily • 5th August 2024

Mandarin Oriental celebrates Oktoberfest in Munich

Hospitality brand Mandarin Oriental is gearing up for an autumnal event running from Sept. 21 to Oct. 6, 2024. From traditional menus to Bavarian shopping opportunities, guests can expect a full schedule of themed events.

Luxury Daily • 26th July 2024

Hyatt partners with outdoor luxury resort operator

Thanks to the partnership, World of Hyatt members have access to new experiences with luxury resort operator Under Canvas.

Luxury Daily • 24th July 2024

Equinox Resort Treyam coming to northwest Saudi Arabia

American luxury fitness club Equinox’s hospitality arm is coming to a hypermodern development in the Middle East. The resort will be part of a development that is projected to contribute $693.1 billion to Saudi Arabia's GDP by 2030.

Luxury Daily • 23rd July 2024

IHG debuts industry-first Low Carbon Pioneers program

So far, the high-end stays involved are Kimpton BEM Budapest in Hungary and Iberostar Waves Cristina in Spain.

Luxury Daily • 22nd July 2024

Belmond, Parley for the Oceans facilitate change with partnership

LVMH-owned hospitality group Belmond is teaming up with an environmental organization. Before rolling out the program at other seaside locations throughout 2025, Belmond's resort on the Mexican coast is championing eco-education.

Luxury Daily • 12th July 2024

Ritz-Carlton Maldives hires sustainability advocate

Marriott International-owned hotel and resort chain The Ritz-Carlton is recruiting a green leader. Climate justice activist and United Nations consultant Saad Amer has been named the Sustainability Champion of the brand’s Fari Islands retreat. The Pakistani American now heads environmental education and engagement efforts for guests at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives.

Luxury Daily • 10th July 2024

Raffles Jaipur reaches Pink City

A new property from luxury hospitality brand Raffles Hotels and Resorts is ready for guests. Its latest launch is situated in India's Pink City and features 50 suites and guest rooms — golden murals and locally sourced objects are among its interior touches. Opened this week, Raffles Jaipur is operating in a growing luxury market.

Luxury Daily • 8th July 2024

Hennessy puts effects of climate change in limelight with ‘Living Landscapes’

As the environmental emergency unfolds, LVMH-owned Cognac brand Hennessy is painting a green vision of the future. The maison is out with a movie called "Living Landscapes" that not only outlines the effects of climate change on the industry, but the ways that the company is adapting. Though it has been practiced for millennia, winemaking is getting reimagined by Hennessy as it ushers in a new era with rewilding, regenerative agriculture and a pesticide-free terroir.

Luxury Daily • 24th June 2024

Luxury 'glamping' experiences trending

Affluent travelers are increasingly exhibiting a taste for adventure. As a result, many high-end hospitality brands are aiming to get in on ecotourism, nature-focused hotels and outdoor ventures. Tented resorts are emerging as one of the most popular answers to these demands, making glamping one of the sector's biggest trends so far this year.

Luxury Daily • 14th June 2024

Curating chef-led experiences, Krug embarks on first travel partnership

LVMH-owned Champagne house Krug is debuting a series of culinary excursions stateside. The maison, together with membership-based luxury agency Indagare Travel, has curated a trio of four-day trips involving rosé and cuvée pairing sessions, set to take place this fall. The Krug Indagare Insider Journeys will connect guests and the brand's global community of chef ambassadors via gastronomic experiences — the destination-based bookings open this month.

Luxury Daily • 4th June 2024

Globally, Gen X spending more on luxury trips than any other age group: McKinsey

Research from consulting firm McKinsey & Co. indicates that of all travel segments, luxury is expected to grow the fastest. The State of Tourism and Hospitality 2024, a new report, details this expansion and debunks common misperceptions. As it turns out, the majority of the quick-scaling high-end leisure hospitality market's spenders are under 60 years old, with Gen Xers comprising the highest share.

Luxury Daily • 24th May 2024

One in five UK vacationers using TikTok for inspiration: report

The second-ever British Airways Holidays 2024 Travel Trends Report uncovers where United Kingdom residents are heading this year and why. Among the biggest crazes when it comes to Brits’ getaways are offseason vacations, basing destinations off of what they see in the movies and on television, getting inspiration from TikTok, heading to lesser-known alternatives to overtouristed areas and more. Seven countries are seeing exponential rises in popularity, including St. Kitts, Jamaica and Malta, for which online searches spiked 97 percent, 73 percent and 58 percent, respectively.

Luxury Daily • 23rd May 2024

Indigenous partnerships could spell success for luxury fashion: report

A first-of-its-kind guide from Environmental nonprofit Conservation International is making its way through luxury circles. The climate justice leaders are out with a new resource for apparel brands looking to engage with Indigenous communities. Supported by French conglomerate Kering and U.S. charity Textile Exchange, the Indigenous Partnership Principles release includes 12 best practices that could spell success for an increasingly global industry.