Kenya Safari FAM
FAMTrips, together with Liberty Africa Safaris and KAI Collection, is offering travel advisors an eight‑day escorted familiarisation safari across Kenya’s premier wildlife reserves. The program runs two times in 2026—May 26 to June 2 at an agent rate of $2,450 per person and November 5 to 12 at $2,650 per person, with a $200 surcharge for non‑industry guests. Participants stay in a blend of traditional lodges and a luxury tented camp, enjoy all meals, guided game drives, and park entry fees. The itinerary showcases Aberdare, Samburu, Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru, highlighting Kenya’s diverse ecosystems and endangered rhino populations.
The Okura Prestige Bangkok Review: A Serene Sanctuary Above the City
The Okura Prestige Bangkok, a five‑star hotel in the Park Ventures Ecoplex, combines Japanese minimalism with Thai hospitality across 240 rooms and suites. Its prime location in Bangkok’s central business district offers direct BTS Skytrain access, easing travel for both...
Porsche Design Opens Timepiece Manufactory in Grenchen
Porsche Design inaugurated a new Timepieces Manufactory in Grenchen, Switzerland, moving from its Solothurn site and consolidating development, engineering, assembly, quality management, and after‑sales under one roof. The historic 1955 building, formerly home to Eterna, has been modernized with ISO‑classified...
Introducing the Bell & Ross BR-05 Blue Diamond Eagle 36 Mm
Swiss watchmaker Bell & Ross has launched the BR‑05 Blue Diamond Eagle, a 36 mm urban‑style timepiece that combines its signature round‑in‑a‑square case with a diamond‑set aventurine dial depicting the Aquila constellation. The dial uses 18 diamonds to outline the eagle,...
Arkade Developers Launches ₹230 Crore Luxury Project in Goregaon West, Stock Closes up 1.93%
Arkade Developers Limited unveiled Arkade Evoke, a luxury residential project in Goregaon West valued at roughly $27.5 million (₹230 crore). The 1.09‑acre development will feature premium 2‑ and 3‑BHK apartments with balconies, surface parking and cross‑ventilation, and is positioned near Bangur Nagar metro station. The...
How Two New Yorkers Transformed a Beloved Family Villa on Lake Como
Two New York siblings, Frida and Niccolò Polli, enlisted NYC design firm Studio DB to renovate their 1813 family villa on Lake Como. The project faced a steep, rocky site, a tight January‑to‑summer timeline, and remote owners in New York and London. Studio DB...
The Rise and Rise of the Factory Conversion
Factory-to-loft conversions are reshaping prime real‑estate markets across major cities, with properties fetching multimillion‑dollar prices. In New York, a former wrapping‑paper factory loft sold for $17 mn, while London’s Chelsea Powerhouse commands about $6.7 mn and Berlin’s Haus Lademann trades around $3.2 mn....
Enfant Terrible Duran Lantink Drops His First Jean Paul Gaultier Campaign
Dutch designer Duran Lantink has unveiled his first official campaign for Jean Paul Gaultier, marking the revival of the label’s ready‑to‑wear line after an 11‑year hiatus. The campaign, released six months after his disruptive runway debut, features a series of...
So Long, Farewell: Saying Goodbye to Audi's Best Car, the 2026 RS6 Avant
Audi has halted production of the 2026 RS6 Avant, marking the end of its high‑performance wagon line. The model, priced around $130,700, delivers 621 hp from a twin‑turbo V8 and can reach 190 mph, while offering 30 cu ft of cargo space. Production shifted...
Villa Färingsö - Artist's House / Strombro Building Workshop
Villa Färingsö, a 210 m² artist’s residence completed in 2024, showcases a fully bio‑based construction using straw‑bale, CLT slabs, Glulam arches and timber‑fiber insulation. The design respects the sloping, oak‑lined site with four staggered volumes and arching roofs, creating a Gothic‑inspired...
Elevating the Hotel Experience
The Pan Pacific London redefines upscale urban lodging with a 104‑square‑metre Bishopsgate suite that offers floor‑to‑ceiling city vistas and a curated Sleep Programme featuring temperature‑controlled Ooler beds and weighted blankets. A dedicated wellness floor boasts an 18.5‑metre infinity pool, sauna,...
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas Slash the Price of Their Big Hud...
Catherine Zeta‑Jones and Michael Douglas have slashed the asking price of their Hudson River estate by $2.25 million, bringing it down to $9.75 million after two previous reductions. The historic 12‑acre Longmeadow property spans more than 11,600 sq ft, features eight bedrooms, 11.5 bathrooms,...
Basic.Space L.A. Returns With A Full-Size Paul Rudolph House For Purchase
Basic.Space is hosting its second “IRL‑to‑URL shopping experience” at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles from March 27‑29. The centerpiece is a full‑size, kit‑of‑parts version of Paul Rudolph’s 1952 Walker Guest House, offered for purchase through an auction. The event...
Calico Wallpaper’s Al Fresco Dinner at the Lautner Harpel House
Calico Wallpaper introduced its new Pigment collection on the West Coast during an al fresco dinner at the iconic Lautner Harpel House in the Hollywood Hills. The event, hosted by architect Mark Haddawy, featured a sunset‑side menu crafted by Chef Chris...
Luxury Childcare Association Expands Into New Destinations with Four World Class Member Properties
The Luxury Childcare Association (LCA) has added four world‑class resorts in Italy, Fiji, Turkey and Malaysia, raising its roster to more than 60 elite family‑focused properties. New members include Mangia’s Hotels & Resorts, VOMO Island Fiji, D Maris Bay and Anantara Desaru...
Confirmed: These 9 Makeup Products Give Me My Most Expensive-Looking Face
Tom Ford’s beauty line, launched in 2006, continues to cement its luxury status with a curated selection of nine high‑end makeup products that the author deems essential for an upscale look. The review highlights the Architecture Radiance Hydrating Foundation’s medium‑to‑full...
Artist Residence and Studio in NY / Horizontal Design
Emily’s Home, a 1,026 m² residence in upstate New York, was realized after a six‑year design journey that began in 2018 and concluded in 2025. The project blends Eastern philosophical concepts with the site’s natural landscape, using a hybrid steel‑timber frame...
The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan Introduces You to Another Side of the City on the New Bund
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan opened last year as the 888th Hilton property in China, anchoring the newly revitalized "New Bund" district in Pudong. The hotel features 204 river‑front rooms, many with private terraces, and a design that blends heritage luxury...
Tod's Reopens Renovated Flagship in Sydney
Tod's has reopened its renovated flagship boutique on the 4th floor of Westfield Sydney, offering a 130‑square‑metre space with neutral interiors and travertine‑marble fixtures. The store presents the Spring/Summer 2026 ready‑to‑wear line, featuring iconic Gommino loafers, Red Dot sneakers, and the...
Winnie Harlow Cheers on Fiancé Kyle Kuzma at Bucks Vs. Clippers Game in Chrome Hearts Boots
Model Winnie Harlow attended the Los Angeles Clippers vs. Milwaukee Bucks game at the Intuit Dome, cheering on fiancé NBA forward Kyle Kuzma. She wore Chrome Hearts' ultra‑white Sugar Jones leather boots, featuring a 13.25‑inch shaft and 4‑inch heel, paired...
Posadas Exclusive: BOLO for New Luxury Isla Mujeres Resort
Grupo Posadas is accelerating its luxury push in Mexico, beginning with the takeover of Izla Beachfront Hotel on Isla Mujeres on April 1. The property will operate under the Fiesta Americana Travelty brand for a year before reflagging as Devossion by...
Banyan Group Enters U.S. Market with West Palm Beach Residential Launch
Singapore‑based Banyan Group announced the launch of Banyan Tree Residences West Palm Beach, its first branded residential development in the United States. The 88‑unit tower, built with Mast Capital and Curated JCZM Development, targets luxury buyers seeking resort‑style living in...
Natural Diamond Council Introduces World Diamond Day
The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) is launching the inaugural World Diamond Day on April 8, 2026, inviting consumers to celebrate natural diamonds through personal stories and social media posts. Participants can use #WorldDiamondDay and #naturaldiamonds across platforms, supported by a dedicated...
Italy's Repossi Opens Harrods London Boutique
Italian jewellery house Repossi opened a boutique inside Harrods in London on March 24, 2026, showcasing its Antifer, Serti sur Vide and Berbere collections. The launch features a Harrods‑exclusive Berbere Chromatic ring crafted in yellow gold with green lacquer. Creative direction by...
Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne Celebrates Renovation With Beachside Event
Miami’s iconic Ritz‑Carlton Key Biscayne has reopened after a $100 million, 25‑year‑overdue renovation. The beachside celebration, hosted by developer Gencom, showcased a redesigned resort featuring open‑air architecture, expanded dining venues, a 30,000‑sq‑ft spa, and new family‑focused amenities such as a Ritz...
Haas F1 Is Running a Godzilla-Themed Car in the Japanese Grand Prix
Haas F1 unveiled a Godzilla‑themed livery for the Japanese Grand Prix, partnering with Toho to promote the upcoming film Godzilla Minus Zero. The collaboration will extend to the United States Grand Prix in October, aligning the team with a major...
Must Read: Courrèges' Artistic Director Exits, Advent International Acquires Salt & Stone
Nicolas Di Felice is departing Courrèges after five years as artistic director, with a successor to be named next week. Advent International has acquired a majority stake in body‑care brand Salt & Stone, aiming to accelerate retail and DTC growth. The Estée Lauder Companies and...
Dodge Durango Brings Back the 6.4-Liter Hemi With R/T 392 Launch Edition
Dodge revives the 6.4‑liter Hemi V‑8 in the 2026 Durango R/T 392 Launch Edition, positioning it between the standard 5.7‑liter Hemi and the supercharged 6.2‑liter Hellcat. The model starts at $51,990 plus a $1,995 destination fee, offering 475 hp, 470 lb‑ft of torque,...
Loss of Aspirational Luxury Consumers Disproportionately Impacting Mono-Brand Stores – Placer.ai Blog
Luxury department stores are outpacing mono‑brand boutiques as foot traffic declines more sharply at the latter. Mono‑brand stores depend heavily on aspirational shoppers—households earning under $100,000—making them vulnerable in a tightening discretionary‑spending environment. Department stores benefit from broader assortments, multiple...
Why Legacy Brands Like Omega Don’t Chase Trends
Omega, the Swiss watchmaker known for its Olympic ties, announced a partnership as the official timekeeper for the new Tomorrow’s Golf League (TGL). CEO Raynald Aeschlimann emphasized that the move is about aligning with a familiar sporting arena rather than...
With Growth Surging, Jessica McCormack Reveals Plans for Rodeo Drive Flagship
Jessica McCormack reported a 60% sales jump in 2025 and announced a flagship boutique on Beverly Hills’ Rodeo Drive slated for 2027. The new store will echo the brand’s London townhouse concept, offering an intimate, art‑filled setting. A 1,600‑sq‑ft location in South Coast Plaza opens...
Kongsberg Maritime Selected to Provide Equipment Package for Luxury Polar Expedition Vessel
Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract with MKM Yachts to outfit the Scenic Ikon, a 203‑meter luxury polar expedition vessel for Scenic Cruise, with a comprehensive equipment package. The ship will feature Kongsberg’s hybrid electric propulsion system, including two Elegance 1230...
Best Known for Its Boots, Blundstone Debuts Its First Sandal
Blundstone, the Australian bootmaker known for its Chelsea boots, unveiled its first sandal as part of the new Aerocork Series for spring/summer 2026. The collection introduces a wedge‑style midsole that blends FSC‑certified cork with polyurethane and a TPU outsole, while...
W Hotels Is Redefining All-Inclusive Luxury With Its Adults-Only Resort In Punta Cana, Here’s Why
W Hotels has launched its first all‑inclusive, adults‑only resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, marking a strategic entry into the upscale all‑inclusive market. The 340‑room property, designed by Zanobia Arquitectura, blends jungle foliage with beachfront views and offers expansive rooms,...
Titanic Luxury Collection Bodrum: Serenity and Sophistication Meet on Turkey’s Stunning Coastline
Titanic Luxury Collection Bodrum is a modern seafront resort on Turkey’s Aegean coast, featuring a 350‑metre Blue Flag private beach and a range of upscale accommodations from swim‑up deluxe rooms to villas for up to twelve guests. The property blends...
PBH Opens Wine & Books Concept Resort in the Algarve
Portuguese hotel group PBH launched the Wine & Books by the Sea Algarve Resort on March 1, 2026, investing roughly €12 million ($13 million) to rebrand the former VidaMar Algarve property. The 250‑room luxury retreat sits within the protected Reserva Natural dos...
Every Air Jordan Sneaker Releasing in April
Jordan Brand’s April 2026 release calendar is dominated by Virgil Abloh collaborations, beginning with the Air Jordan 1 Alaska on April 3. The lineup adds women’s‑exclusive colorways for the Jordan 3, 4, and 6, while retro models like the Air Jordan 5 White/Metallic return after a decade....
Ralph Lauren Reveals Next Phase of Global Citizenship & Sustainability: Timeless by Design 2030
Ralph Lauren Corp. unveiled its Timeless by Design 2030 sustainability roadmap, the next phase of its Global Citizenship & Sustainability strategy. The plan sets ambitious, measurable targets—including a 30% cut in Scope 1‑3 greenhouse‑gas emissions, 15% reduction in freshwater intensity, and 30%...
This Is the Fragrance the Fashion Set Doesn't Want You to Know About
Beguiles new fragrance Golden Kiss debuts as a modern signature scent, emphasizing intimacy over projection. The perfume opens with bergamot, blackcurrant, apple, and pink pepper before unfolding rose, jasmine, violet, and raspberry at its heart, anchored by amber, sandalwood, vanilla,...
MAISON KITSUNÉ Teams Up with A. SOCIETY On A Timeless Capsule Collection
Maison Kitsuné has teamed with Hong Kong label A. Society to launch a limited‑edition eyewear capsule that blends the French‑Japanese label’s Paris‑meets‑Tokyo aesthetic with A. Society’s heritage. The collection features three distinct frame silhouettes, accompanying necklaces, pendants and accessories, all presented in postcard‑style sleeves...
What's The Most You Can Tow With A Porsche Cayenne?
The 2026 Porsche Cayenne lineup retains a maximum towing capacity of 7,716 pounds across most variants, matching the original 2003 model. While the high‑performance Cayenne Turbo E‑Hybrid drops to 6,614 pounds, it boasts 729 horsepower and a 0‑60 time of...
Raleigh Vs. DC: How High-End Living in the Research Triangle Compares to the Nation’s Capital
Washington, DC’s luxury market remains the nation’s most expensive, with the entry‑level threshold at $1.45 million and prices in the top 1% falling 18% year‑over‑year. Raleigh’s high‑end segment is cheaper at $1.05 million but is expanding rapidly, posting 6% annual growth for the...
Palantir CEO Alex Karp Bought a $46 Million Miami Mansion Just Before Buying $120 Million Colorado Monastery
Palantir chief executive Alex Karp bought a $46 million Miami Beach mansion in June, just months before Palantir announced its headquarters move to the city. He then secured the former St. Benedict’s Monastery in Snowmass, Colorado for $120 million, a $30 million discount that...
Sacred Plate: At Ananda In The Himalayas Food Is A Healing Hero
Ananda in the Himalayas, a luxury wellness retreat founded by Ashok Khanna of the Oberoi lineage, blends Ayurvedic nutrition, yoga, and ancient Indian philosophy within a historic palace estate. Guests undergo a personalized dosha assessment that shapes their meals, emphasizing...
DS No4 E-Tense
DS Automobiles has introduced the No4 E‑Tense, an electric version of its best‑selling compact crossover, as part of a refreshed lineup aimed at revitalising the brand in Europe. The model sits on Stellantis' EMP2 platform with a 58.3 kWh battery delivering up...
Nicolas Di Felice Exits Courrèges
Nicolas Di Felice is departing Courrèges after a five‑year stint that revitalized the historic Parisian label. His tenure featured reimagined Space‑Age silhouettes, immersive runway shows and techno‑infused brand events. Artémis, the Pinault family holding, is expanding Courrèges with new boutiques in Paris,...
Il Salviatino Appoints New General Manager, Joao Mendes De Almeida
Il Salviatino has appointed João Mendes de Almeida as General Manager and Stephanie Loison as Director of Operations, bringing luxury hotel expertise from Four Seasons and other high‑end properties. The duo will lead the historic Florentine villa as it expands...
Tudor Turns 100 in 2026: Here’s How They Might Celebrate
Tudor will mark its 100‑year anniversary in 2026, emphasizing future growth rather than nostalgia. The brand highlights the 1926 collection, the Black Bay 58, and a potential expansion of METAS certification as centennial pillars. By tying the milestone to new...
IHG Brings InterContinental Brand Back to Manila After 15 Years
IHG Hotels & Resorts announced a partnership to open a 212‑room InterContinental hotel in Manila’s Bonifacio Global City, slated for 2032. The development marks the brand’s return to the Philippine capital after a 15‑year absence. The property will feature multiple...
Mercedes-AMG Confirms New GT3 and GT Black Series
Mercedes‑AMG announced a new GT3 customer racer and an even more extreme GT Black Series, both built on the Concept AMG GT Track Sport platform. The road‑legal Black Series will serve as the homologation model for the upcoming GT3, ensuring compliance with FIA regulations....