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The Best of the Best: Connoisseur Circle Hospitality Awards 2026

The winners have been announced: Each year, the Connoisseur Circle Hospitality Awards provide a truly distinctive occasion to celebrate exceptional achievements. For the 13th time, Connoisseur Circle has honoured the world’s finest hosts and brought them into the spotlight.

The "Wow" in the Desert

Nowhere else can you experience star glamour and architecture, wellness oases and desert chic in such an Oscar-worthy way as in Palm Springs, California: jaw-dropping moments included.

Welcome to Ikos Kissamos: Unconditional luxury is now available on Crete as well.

Located in a still-unspoiled corner of the Chania region, the new Ikos Kissamos combines modern architecture with the island’s authentic character. Here, the focus is on open spaces, nature, and mindful relaxation—perfectly complemented by the time-tested Ikos comfort.

Ladies First: Gourmet trip Bangkok

Bangkok has become a gourmet hotspot. 39 Michelin stars shine above the metropolis and six locations are on the list of "The World's 50 Best Restaurants". More than anywhere else, it is female chefs who wield the sceptre in the kitchen. CC author Kiki Baron took a look into their pots.

Mr. & Ms. Connoisseur: The Latest from the World of Luxury Travel

We are savouring an urban highlight in Frankfurt, basking in the admiration of tourists at the Tower of Florence, seeking a deeper understanding of the private villa trade, and discovering why honeymoons are so important.

News & Trends

Debut in Mallorca

DREAM LOCATION The Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra enjoys access to two private coves.

Mr. & Ms. Connoisseur

Luxury travel with a personal touch: The new column from the heart of the company.

The BEST HOTELS IN GERMANY 2026 have been announced!

We extend our heartfelt congratulations.

Cruise Highlights

New Wave, New Luxury

Explora Journeys is reinventing the cruise experience while throwing long-standing "dream ship" clichés overboard. Instead, it focuses on casual ultra-luxury...

Where the Ice Tells Stories

An expedition cruise with Swan Hellenic takes you into the quiet vastness of Antarctica, combining state-of-the-art polar ships with a spirit of discovery. (Promotion)

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Luxury Deals

OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI – A Private Island Paradise in the Maldives

Enjoy savings of up to 20%

Terreno Barrio Hotel – Palma's New Design District for a Place to Stay

Summer Special

One&Only Portonovi – Adriatic Elegance in the Bay of Kotor

Families – Special

Travel Insider

A Healing Journey Through Time

HAUS AM SEE The original Mayr Medical Resort is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

Dine-around: To celebrate its anniversary, the Belvédère Hotel family is serving a refined array of culinary delights.

Four restaurants, four culinary philosophies, and one seamless hotel experience: In its 150th anniversary year, the Belvédère Hotel family in Scuol is...

Friends of the Caribbean

New impetus for the Caribbean: current tourism campaigns

Discover more!

Splish Splash for a good cause

Swimming, snorkeling and diving with Impact

Montpelier Nevis Debuts Newly Designed Guest Rooms

Sparkling for its Diamond Anniversary

Destinations

Bad Ischl

The European Capital of Culture Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024 - a region in transformation: On January 20, 2024, the first of three European Capitals of...

USA

A land of superlatives where urban glamor meets wild nature: the USA combines style, freedom and diversity - from the beaches of California to the glittering...

Texas

The Texas metropolis of San Antonio fascinates adventurers and luxury aficionados alike. Cowboys, barbecue and the western feeling can be found here as well as...

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