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Luxury in transition: Sense, style and substance shape the future of travel

At the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) in Cannes, Marriott International's Luxury Group - with brands such as The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, Bvlgari, EDITION, The Luxury Collection, JW Marriott and W Hotels - presented a redefinition of the concept of luxury. The focus is no longer on possessions, but on emotional enrichment.

Boundless freedom: by private jet to a private island

Europe's leading private jet operator GlobeAir and the ultra-luxurious private island The Nautilus Maldives combine bespoke luxury and absolute discretion to create a unique travel experience.

Mauritius: an island with 1000 facets

Away from the dream beaches, Mauritius offers spectacular national parks, authentic cuisine and festivals as well as first-class golf courses. It is therefore worth taking a look at the six regions of the island and their very special characteristics.

High Season in Dubai & Abu Dhabi

Higher, more iconic, more luxurious: only the sky is the limit for Hilton's luxury brands Waldorf Astoria and Conrad. But new insider experiences for insiders are also breathtaking.

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Sustainability in luxury tourism

Prof. Dr. Harald Zeiss is the founder of the Institute for Sustainable Tourism, Inatour, and Director of the Institute for Tourism Research at the Harz...

THE BEST HOTELS IN SWITZERLAND 2025 - the winners have been announced. Our warmest congratulations!

Interview: Christian Poda, General Manager, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong

Luxury Deals

Hotel de Russie - Historical charm in the heart of Rome

"A Roman Holiday" - Package

Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury - Mauritius at its most exclusive

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Aman New York: Urban retreat

Let's Celebrate!

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Jamaica: Sustainable by Nature

Perfect for anyone who wants to experience their "green miracle" and enjoy a luxurious vacation at the same time

Six Senses Samui: A four-poster bed in the tropical jungle

The CC Thailand tip!

Friends of the Caribbean

Curaçao: Where the Caribbean bathes in color

Life is a Beach

The Set expands into the Caribbean: Round Hill Hotel and Villas becomes a new member

New arrival with a great history

Superstars Represent: Caribbean Pride Goes Global

Star Power Boosts Caribbean Destinations' Global Appeal

Destinations

Germany

The city of Chemnitz holds the title of "European Capital of Culture" in 2025 - as the fourth German city after West Berlin (1988), Weimar (1999) and the Ruhr...

Monaco glamor and culture

Luxury hotels, marinas, the casino and Formula 1 - that's what people associate with the Principality of Monaco. But the fascinating city-state on the Côte...

Thailand

Luxury travel rethought: In Thailand, exclusivity is combined with sustainability. Instead of just comfort, the country's resorts and regions are increasingly... (Promotion)

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