Today's Luxury Pulse
Hospitality Embraces ‘Splurge or Stay Home’ Trend, Prioritizing Design and Wellness
Travelers now adopt a ‘splurge or stay home’ mindset, allocating spend only to highly curated, wellness‑focused experiences. Guests demand authentic design, personalized service and transparent pricing, making arrival moments and signature spaces key ROI drivers. Hotels must respond by investing in thoughtful design, premium perks and eliminating low‑value offerings.
I’m a Croatia Travel Expert – These Are the Best Hotels to Visit in Dubrovnik
Travel writer Mary Novakovich curates a list of Dubrovnik’s top hotels, spanning family‑friendly resorts, historic Old Town boutique stays, and budget guesthouses. Each property is highlighted with its unique location—whether overlooking the Adriatic, nestled in the Old Town, or set on the Lapad and Babin Kuk peninsulas—and its starting price converted to U.S. dollars. The guide categorises the picks by traveller type, from the Rixos Premium family resort to the intimate St Joseph’s B&B. Practical tips on seasonality and cost‑saving booking strategies round out the piece.
Indian Travelers Surge to Phu Quoc, Setting New Arrival Records
Indian tourists are arriving in record numbers on Vietnam's Phu Quoc island, driven by affordable flights, relaxed visa rules and a growing reputation for luxury beach experiences. The surge underscores Phu Quoc’s emergence as a top South‑East Asian hotspot for...
Slow Luxury Redefines Home Interiors in 2026, Emphasizing Craftsmanship Over Minimalism
Design leaders and real‑estate analysts are naming ‘slow luxury’ the prevailing interior style for 2026, swapping stark white minimalism for character‑rich, enduring spaces. The trend couples natural materials and artisanal detailing with a $193.5 billion U.S. smart‑home market, signaling a lasting...
BYD’s Next Electric Sports Car Spotted Ahead of Imminent Launch
BYD’s premium Denza brand has moved its Z electric sports car from prototype to production, as a teal convertible was photographed being unloaded from a tow truck. The production version retains the sleek two‑door silhouette but drops the large carbon‑fibre...
Charlize Wore a Ruff From Dior Homme
Dior Homme’s latest runway featured a dramatic ruff, a nod to historic neckwear, as part of a collection described by the brand as full of “going out tops.” Charlize Theron was photographed wearing the ruff without a traditional shirt, turning...
One More Look At All The L.U.C Watches That Chopard Presented During Watches And Wonders 2026
Chopard unveiled an expansive L.U.C collection at Watches and Wonders 2026, ranging from the ultra‑thin Alpine Eagle 41 XPS “Mountain Glow” at roughly $32,450 to the premium Strike One Titanium priced around $69,630. Highlights include the 30‑year Fleurier anniversary L.U.C 1860 in Lucent Steel, the entry‑level...
Maison Territo Showcases Stikki Peaches in New Art and Design Exhibition
Maison Territo in Montreal is launching a new exhibition that showcases the contemporary work of artist Stikki Peaches. The show opens on May 14 with an exclusive RSVP‑only event before opening to the public in the company’s 11,000‑square‑foot Royalmount showroom. By integrating...
Seabourn Launches 49‑Voyage 2028‑29 Expedition Season Featuring Pole‑to‑Pole Grand Cruise
Seabourn has opened sales on a 2028‑29 expedition program that includes 49 departures across 180 destinations in 29 countries. The season highlights a second Grand Expedition – a Pole‑to‑Pole voyage – and a broader Arctic offering, underscoring the line’s push...
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This Underrated Italian Island Is One of the Most Beautiful Places in the Country—And You Can Walk There From Mainland...
Ortigia, the historic island at the heart of Syracuse, Sicily, is a compact UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its Baroque architecture, ancient Greek ruins, and vibrant waterfront. Visitors can stay in luxury hotels such as the renovated Algilà palace...
Michelin Guide Italy Adds Ten New Restaurants in April 2026 Edition
The Michelin Guide Italy announced ten new restaurant additions in its April 2026 edition, spanning Alpine villages to metropolitan hubs. The selections showcase a blend of tradition and modernity, with an emphasis on local sourcing, biodynamic wines, and refined technique.
Kate Hudson and Hilary Duff Lead Fashion Brigade at Time 100 Summit 2026
At the Time 100 Summit in New York City, Kate Hudson and Hilary Duff anchored a high‑fashion contingent, each delivering standout looks—Hudson in a red Giorgio Armani dress and Duff in a Maticevski utility‑fringe ensemble. Their sartorial choices underscore how entertainers...
Charlize Theron Looks Better in Dior Menswear Than Most Men Do
Charlize Theron turned heads at the New York premiere of Netflix’s *Apex* by wearing Dior’s fall‑2026 menswear collection, a single‑breasted wool suit with a ruffled Victorian collar and dangling tassels. The tassels echo the tzitzit strings of a Jewish tallit,...
TikTok Influencer Kolin Jones Grows $120M Private Jet Brokerage Without Owning a Plane
Kolin Jones, a 24‑year‑old TikTok creator, says his startup Amalfi Jets has generated roughly $120 million in revenue despite never owning a single aircraft. The entrepreneur turned short‑form video into a sales engine, reshaping how high‑value private‑aviation services are marketed and...
Worn & Wound X DIY Watch Club Watchmaking Class at Windup Watch Fair San Francisco
Worn & Wound teamed with DIY Watch Club to host the first hands‑on watchmaking class at the Windup Watch Fair in San Francisco. Attendees on May 2‑3, 2026 will assemble a White Dial Stainless Steel GMT featuring a custom‑signed Windup...
How to Style Like Kristen Stewart, Sofia Coppola, Nick Jonas and Jeff Goldblum
Celebrities are championing the resurgence of striped apparel, pairing bold prints with high‑end accessories. Kristen Stewart, Sofia Coppola, Nick Jonas and Jeff Goldblum each showcased luxury ensembles ranging from $1,100 to $30,200, highlighting the versatility of pinstripes and bold stripes. The article details...
Diamonds-USA.com: Luxury Jewelry. Personal Attention. Real Trust
Diamonds‑USA, founded by gemologist David Braverman in 1997, blends boutique‑level service with online convenience, ensuring every diamond order is personally inspected by experts. The company’s hands‑on approach yields a near‑zero return rate and a 100 % money‑back guarantee, reinforcing trust in...
The Outside View: Fashion Can’t Afford to Wait on Digital Product Passports
Fashion brands are being warned that the EU’s Digital Product Passport (DPP) will become mandatory for textile goods sold in the European market starting in 2027. The passport requires a QR‑code or NFC tag containing standardized data on materials, origin,...
Nigel Sylvester Is Giving Away His New Air Jordan 4 ‘Brick After Brick’ Collaboration
Nike’s Jordan Brand is rolling out a new Air Jordan 4 collaboration with BMX star Nigel Sylvester, dubbed “Brick After Brick.” The launch is anchored by a 500‑pound brick sculpture art installation and a Tetris‑style mobile game that will award the...
Ford Built a New Cobra Jet Mustang, But It’s Another EV
Ford announced the Mustang Cobra Jet 2200, an electric drag racer boasting 2,200 horsepower, set to appear at the NHRA 4‑Wide Nationals in Charlotte. The model follows the 1,400‑hp 2021 debut and the 1,800‑hp 2023 version, each built to push...
Louvelle Links Lenders And Renters Of High-End Fashion
Louvelle, founded by former finance professional Tanya Tamer, is an invitation‑only ecommerce platform that lets members lend and rent high‑end luxury fashion pieces. The service transforms idle wardrobes into income‑generating assets while giving borrowers access to rare, archival items without...
Olympia Le-Tan Is Launching Its First Home Collection in Storybook Style
Paris‑based luxury label Olympia Le‑Tan is launching its first home décor collection next month, translating its signature book‑inspired handbag aesthetic into furniture‑scale pieces. The line features oversized clutches that serve as coffee‑table accents, game boards, jewelry trays, and illustrated cushions,...
Simon Kim Unveils Three Dining Concepts at 550 Madison in Midtown
Simon Kim’s Gracious Hospitality Management is debuting three distinct dining concepts—Bar Chimera, a multi‑bar lounge; a new Midtown outpost of his Michelin‑starred Korean steakhouse Cote; and the upcoming Sushi Yoshitake sushi bar—within the iconic 550 Madison building. Bar Chimera features a martini, whiskey, and wine...
Venus Williams’ Met Gala Journey: From Custom Lacoste to Prabal Gurung and More
Venus Williams, a seven‑time Grand Slam champion, will serve as a co‑chair for the 2026 Met Gala alongside Nicole Kidman and Beyoncé, marking her rise from a 2008 debutante to a central curator of the event. Over the years she...
Meet the Winners of the 2026 ELLE DECO International Design Awards
The 24th ELLE DECO International Design Awards (EDIDA) were presented in Milan during Design Week, honoring 15 designers and brands across 12 categories. Argentine designer Cristián Mohaded was named Designer of the Year, while Festen Architecture took Interior Designer of the Year...
Judith Leiber Re-Enters India: Can India Become Its Next Power Market?
Judith Leiber Couture has re‑entered India with a flagship boutique in Delhi’s Chanakya mall, marking the brand’s first physical presence in the country. The store will showcase 40‑45 curated pieces, priced to global benchmarks and sourced mainly from Italy, while deliberately...
Forgot About Mother's Day? Don't Worry, Here Are 49 Great Gifts for Your Wife.
The article curates 49 Mother’s Day gift ideas aimed at wives, ranging from luxury accessories like a diamond‑embellished bracelet to high‑tech gadgets such as the iPad Air and Dyson Airwrap. It highlights fashion staples, home essentials, subscription services, and experiential...
2027 Porsche Cayenne / Cayenne Coupe
The 2027 Porsche Cayenne retains its current architecture while offering a broad price spectrum from roughly $93,000 to $218,000. Buyers can choose from a turbocharged V‑6, several twin‑turbo V‑8s—including a 650‑hp Turbo GT that sprints 0‑60 mph in 2.8 seconds—or a hybrid...
7 Names to Know From 080 Barcelona Fashion Week
The 37th edition of 080 Barcelona Fashion Week shifted from the historic Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau to a new waterfront venue at Port Vell, spanning a pier between Rambla del Rompeolas and Marina Vela. The show highlighted seven emerging...
How Our Ads Bought Us Lufthansa First Class Seats
An online business spent $32,000 on Meta advertising in a single month and routed the expense through the American Express Business Gold Card, earning 128,000 Membership Rewards points. The points were transferred to Aeroplan, allowing the author to redeem 80,000...
Nissan Boss Wants a Z Convertible: ‘I Would Like Nothing More’
Nissan North America SVP Ponz Pandikuthira says he’d love to see a Z convertible, but its return depends on meeting the automaker’s two‑year turnaround targets. Nissan’s broader plan includes cutting under‑performing models, focusing resources on new SUVs such as the...
Used Range Rover 2013-2021 Review
The 2013‑2021 Range Rover (L405) marks Land Rover’s fourth‑generation luxury SUV, featuring an aluminium monocoque that trims weight yet leaves a curb weight of about 2.6 tonnes. Prices start around £76,350 (≈$98,000), positioning it firmly in the high‑end market, while offering six powertrains...
Gigi Hadid Takes On The World Of Miu Miu Leather Goods
Gigi Hadid fronts Miu Miu’s 2026 leather‑goods campaign, presenting a vibrant, youthful aesthetic that departs from the brand’s traditionally restrained tone. The campaign features bold color palettes, modern silhouettes, and stark studio settings that highlight the new collection’s playful energy....
Lounge Review: Avianca’s New Diamond Lounge, Bogota
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Airport Documents Reveal New Delta Sky Club Coming To Honolulu — Southwest And Alaska Getting New Lounges Too
Three major U.S. carriers are adding new premium lounges at Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Alaska Airlines secured a 20‑year lease for 14,022 square feet with a $15 million renovation commitment, while Delta signed a 10‑year lease for 12,280 square...
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The Most Wish-Listed Airbnb in New York Is a Gorgeous Tree House With Peaceful Mountain Views—And It's Just 2 Hours...
Airbnb’s latest data shows the Willow Treehouse in Willow, New York, as the state’s most wish‑listed listing. The one‑bed, one‑bath treehouse, designed by Antony Gibbon with sustainable materials, offers floor‑to‑ceiling mountain views, a swimmable pond, and a Swedish wood‑burning hot tub. Located...
2029 Infiniti QX75
Infiniti is set to launch a new body‑on‑frame SUV, likely called the QX75, based on the upcoming Nissan Xterra. The model will sit below the flagship QX80 and is expected to debut as a 2029 model year, with production slated...
Vihara House / Di Frenna Arquitectos
Di Frenna Arquitectos unveiled the Vihara House, a 634 m² residence slated for 2025 that mirrors mangrove ecosystems through fluid volumes and water‑centric spaces. The design layers privacy, guiding visitors through a central courtyard that shields interiors from sun while fostering natural ventilation....
Queen Letizia Looks Elegant in Carolina Herrera for a Prestigious Literary Award Ceremony
Queen Letizia attended the Miguel de Cervantes Prize ceremony at the University of Alcalá de Henares, wearing a cornflower‑blue Carolina Herrera midi dress. The award, Spain’s top literary honor, presented a €125,000 cash prize (≈$146,158) to Mexican author Gonzalo Celorio for...
Spotlight: Could This Be Atlanta's Coolest Midcentury Modern Home?
A 1965 mid‑century modern home in Atlanta’s Sherwood Forest, designed by noted architect Ted Levy, has re‑entered the market after a meticulous, gut‑level restoration. Listed at $3.25 million, the 3,744‑sq‑ft, four‑bedroom property is already under contract, marking a 140% price jump...
Where to Eat, Stay, and Play Around the Kentucky Derby
Robb Report’s guide outlines where affluent visitors can stay, dine, and indulge in exclusive experiences during the Kentucky Derby in Louisville. It highlights three luxury hotels—Hotel Bourré Bonne, 21C Museum Hotel, and the historic Seelbach Hilton—each offering bespoke amenities and...
This One-Off Gunther Werks Porsche 911 Speedster Is Fit For A Superhero
Gunther Werks unveiled Project Endgame, a one‑off Porsche 911 Speedster built on a 993 chassis and powered by an 840‑horsepower twin‑turbo 4.0‑liter flat‑six from Rothsport Racing. The roadster features a Marvel‑inspired carbon‑fiber body, gold accents and a six‑speed “Thanos‑grade” stick,...
Lounges Matter
Aspire Executive Lounges predicts the global airport lounge market will climb from $4.9 billion in 2025 to nearly $6.3 billion by 2027, driven primarily by upscale leisure travelers willing to pay for premium experiences. Airlines are increasingly outsourcing lounge management to specialist...
WWG26 Armchair Picks: Daryll’s Top 3 From the New Releases
Guest writer Daryll highlights his three favorite new luxury watches: Ferdinand Berthoud’s Chapter 1 Chronometre FB2TV, Parmigiani’s Tonda PF Chronographe Mysterieux, and IWC’s Pilot’s Venturer Vertical Drive. The FB2TV commands roughly $350,000 and features a fully exposed flying tourbillon, fusee and power‑reserve...
Jaeger‑LeCoultre and Marc Newson Unveil Three Ultra‑Limited Avant‑Garde Clocks at Milan Design Week
Jaeger‑LeCoultre and Australian designer Marc Newson introduced three limited‑edition clocks at Milan Design Week, including a titanium travel clock, a hyper‑complicated Atmos Hybris Artistica Tellurium, and a revamped Atmos Designer 568. The pieces are capped at 100, 50 and just...
Loro Piana’s Plaid Exhibition and Laila Gohar’s Carousel Debut Define Milan Design Week
Loro Piana opened its "Studies, Chapter I: On the Plaid" exhibition at Cortile della Seta, showcasing 23 distinct plaids through April 26, while designer Laila Gohar debuted her inaugural ready‑to‑wear collection with Arket on a transformed historic carousel in Rome’s...
Davidson Selected to Manage Homestead Midway Utah
Davidson Hospitality Group has taken over management of the Homestead Midway Utah resort, adding the 190‑acre property—featuring 123 rooms and 85 residences under development—to its growing portfolio. The luxury resort is entering a multi‑year transformation that will introduce new amenities...
Aman to Open First Ranch Retreat in Texas
Aman announced Amansanu, its first ranch‑inspired retreat in Texas Hill Country, marking the luxury group’s sixth U.S. property. The resort will feature standalone pavilions, a limited collection of Aman‑branded residences on ten‑acre lots, and a full suite of amenities including...
We Figured Out How to Trick a Rivian R1T Into Carolina Squatting
Car and Driver reveals that the 2026 Rivian R1T Quad Max can be tricked into performing a “Carolina squat” using its Camp mode air‑spring leveling function. By parking on a steep hill and selecting “level truck,” the system lifts the...
Inside 40 Duke at Selfridges: Is This Rooftop Haven the Future of Luxury?
Selfridges has launched 40 Duke, a 25,000‑square‑foot rooftop venue that merges personal‑shopping suites, dining concepts and cultural programming. The project represents the retailer’s biggest capital outlay in a decade, signaling a decisive pivot toward experience‑driven luxury. Executives describe the space as...
MAPLE & Apapacho World Tool Up a Marble Palace for Your Jewelry
MAPLE, a Canadian jewelry brand, has partnered again with Mexican design studio Apapacho World to release a limited‑edition jewelry box. The box is carved from a single 250 kg block of Rosa Tepeaca marble sourced from Puebla, giving each piece distinct white‑grey...