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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Banyan Group echoes guests’ enchantment with exploration

As luxury travelers eye lush destinations and remote getaways, global hospitality company Banyan Group is taking note. The “Live to Discover” campaign captures the cultural and natural wonders that jet-setters can enjoy at the many international stays that are part of the brand network. From Mayan temple ruins jutting out of the jungles of Mexico to sand-swept resorts in the Saudi Arabian desert, Banyan Group’s advertisement echoes the enchantment that its guests have with exploration.
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Rise in spontaneous bookings sparking solo adventures: American Express

According to the 2024 Global Travel Trends Report from American Express, four movements are defining the new tourism landscape. This year, jet setters are basing their vacations around sporting events, seeking out expedition-style trips, going on solo adventures and leaving space for spontaneity in their plans. As 84 percent of respondents are planning to spend more or the same amount on getaways that they did last year, hospitality names that can lean into these themes are likely to have a leg up on the competition.
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Ralph Lauren outranks luxury peers in accountability: report

With high-end shoppers increasingly expressing eco-conscious views, incentives continue to pile on for those in the sector to play ball. Global fashion advocacy organization Remake is out with its annual Fashion Accountability Report, which evaluates the corporate efforts of the world’s 52 largest apparel companies. A few luxury names made the list, with U.S. group Ralph Lauren landing in the top five overall; British label Burberry and Swiss conglomerate Kering also made the top ten.
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Guerlain welcomes California superbloom with rainbow fragrance

As a rare phenomenon is potentially emerging in the desert, French beauty brand Guerlain is celebrating the occasion with a fresh scent. Scientists are predicting that this year will welcome another “superbloom” in the hills of Southern California, where annually the dry region is beginning to show signs that it soon will be carpeted with millions of vibrant wildflowers. Honoring the natural event, and appealing to those around the world who look forward to it, Guerlain’s new Florabloom fragrance dances with rainbow hues, flower-powered notes and organic ingredients.
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One&Only folds wonder into Greek wanderlust

U.A.E-based hospitality brand One&Only Resorts is offering travelers an intimate look at an island in the Cyclades. The new Secrets of Kéa campaign lends a local lens to its soon-to-be-opened resort on the namesake Greek rock in the Aegean Sea. Revealing cultural riches, rugged landscapes and wild-thyme honey, One&Only is taking a look at its place of business through the eyes of the natives and expats who call it home.
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