Luxury

This comprehensive archive offers the latest insights, trends, and developments in the luxury travel industry, tailored specifically for professionals and stakeholders in the field. Featuring in-depth analysis and updates on hotels, tours, airlines, and cruise lines, the news stories in this collection provide essential information for those seeking to stay ahead in this rapidly-evolving market.

a boutique hotel in a historic small buildling in the English Cotswolds

Hotels

The Pig's Founder Shares the Recipe for the Boutique Hotel Brand

"People think this is some sort of property game," says Robin Hutson, founder of The Pig brand of boutique hotels. "It's not a property game. ... This is a people game."

Sean O'Neill | 2 months ago

the ceo of french hotel group accor talks with partners at a champagne reception in cannes, france

Hotels

Accor Bets on Luxury to Close Gap with Marriott and Hilton

Accor aims to expand its share of luxury hotels by debuting its Orient Express brand this year and fine-tuning its other brands, like Fairmont and Sofitel.

Sean O'Neill | 2 months ago

Hotels

Hyatt in Talks to Buy Playa Hotels in All-Inclusive Resort Push

Ever since Hyatt acquired Apple Leisure Group for $2.7 billion in 2021, it has been expanding its presence in the all-inclusive resort segment, which has gone upscale in recent years.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago

image of an ad for sandals resorts in times square

Hotels

Sandals Resorts to Launch Ad Blitz and Brand Overhaul: 'Made of Caribbean'

Now that all the big hotel chains are muscling into the all-inclusive space, Sandals aims to stand out by reminding travelers of its Caribbean roots.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago

a view of a cozy nook with soft chairs at a member's club in london Soho House 76 Dean Street london source soho house

Hotels

Soho House Draws Buyout Offer – at an 80+% Premium

All signs point to the buyout offer being okayed, given that it has support of Soho House's largest shareholder, Ron Burkle, and that it values the company at an 83% premium to its most recent market closing price.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago

gondolas outside the venetian resort in las vegas

Hotels

Hyatt Strikes Deal to Add The Venetian in Las Vegas to Loyalty Program

The agreement helps Hyatt meet surging demand while expanding earning and redemption options for loyalty members in a crucial market.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago

Hotels

Q&A: Accor's Maud Bailly On How Sofitel Is Redefining Luxury Hospitality

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to luxury hospitality, but Accor believes it’s up to major brands in the space to push the envelope. After a major rebranding, Sofitel has taken up the mantle of redefining luxury by investing heavily in team training, taking a stand for sustainability, and more.

Accor Group + Skift | 3 months ago

Hilton Execs Say Next-Gen Wealth Will Shape Luxury Hotel Growth

Hilton is wise to fine-tune its brands, adapting them for localized appeal in emerging markets. It will also need to develop relationships with the next generation of owners if it wants to expand its empire.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago

Luxury

The Long Game: Why Family-Owned Hotels Are Redefining Luxury

To find the most pure version of hospitality, travelers are increasingly looking to family-owned properties. Owners take a longer view of stewardship and care more about craft and making the right decisions, and not just the most expedient, profit-friendly ones.

Colin Nagy | 3 months ago

A guest room on The Britannic Explore a Belmond sleeper train in the UK

Hotels

LVMH's New Luxury Travel Push With Belmond

In 2025, Belmond is rolling out offerings with old-school opulance that feels ripped from the pages of an Agatha Christie novel — if Christie's characters had wellness spas and farm-to-table dining. Think of Belmond as an anti-Aman: less minimalist zen, more maximalist glamour.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago