July 4, 2024
Seb Seward to lead Sydney-based outpost for ultra-luxury superyacht brand
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has made its first appointment in the Asia Pacific region, recruiting Seb Seward as Vice President and General Manager, LATTE can reveal.
Read More…July 4, 2024
Port slots held in Sydney and Eden for Disney Magic for late 2026 and early 2027
Disney Cruise Line can’t seem to get enough of Australia, with the family cruise specialist scheduling a fourth season of voyages Down Under for the 2026/27 season, LATTE can reveal.
Read More…July 2, 2024
LATTE chats exclusively with Rachael Harding, CEO ESAP
Club Med’s strategy to pursue the premium market with an elevated all-inclusive holiday concept is advancing growth from the Australian and New Zealand market, says Rachael Harding, Regional CEO at Club Med.
Read More…July 2, 2024
‘Guardian of the Nile’ slated to debut in 2027 between Cairo and Aswan
Arsenale SpA, the Italian multi-brand company that develops luxury hospitality assets, has signed an agreement with Cairo National Railways to launch Egypt’s first luxury train.
Read More…July 2, 2024
LC Private welcomes a new level of all-inclusive luxury
LC Private, the Villa and Private Home arm of luxury representation company La Collection, now offers private resorts in Thailand and Sri Lanka, further elevating its exclusive portfolio with the addition of ÀNI Private Resorts.
Read More…July 2, 2024
‘Best of the best’ stable of scrutinised SLH properties
Small Luxury Hotels of the World has revealed further details of its new ‘Finest Collection’ portfolio of properties which were previewed on social media last week.
Read More…July 1, 2024
New Marriott International study identifies three personas of luxury traveller
As the Asia Pacific region continues to be the growth engine for luxury travel, a new comprehensive report from the Luxury Group by Marriott International has identified new expectations and travel preferences among high-net-worth (HNW) travellers in Asia Pacific.
Read More…July 1, 2024
Girish Jhunjhnuwala, Founder and Exec Chairman of Ovolo to return to CEO role
Boutique designer hotel collection, Ovolo Hotels, has confirmed Dave Baswal, Chief Executive Officer, will be stepping down from the position at the end of September.
Read More…July 1, 2024
Wunambal Gaambera Traditional Owners name expedition ship on Ngula Jar Island
Seabourn named Seabourn Pursuit in a unique and historic expedition naming ceremony at Ngula Jar Island, Australia on Saturday 29 June 2024. With guests on Zodiacs alongside the ship and the onboard team lined up along the decks, the Wunambal Gaambera Traditional Owners named Seabourn Pursuit, marking the first time Traditional Owners named a ship.
Read More…June 28, 2024
MSC Cruises Australia reports 60% increase in European business in 2024
Australians have the Mediterranean on their mind this northern hemisphere winter with new data from MSC Cruises Australia revealing demand for itineraries to the European region are up by nearly 60% this upcoming season.
Read More…June 28, 2024
Luxe agency’s CEO and COO discuss new ‘Hub’ space opening in West Chelsea
SmartFlyer is expanding its workspaces to cater for a thriving independent contractor (IC) network which is hungry for social interaction and growing bored working from home.
Read More…June 28, 2024
Boutique consortia introduces nine module luxury focused curriculum for advisors
North American travel consortia Ensemble has launched a Luxury Certification Program, developed in collaboration with The Travel Institute. The program is designed to equip Ensemble’s members with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the luxury travel market, enabling them to distinguish themselves as elite professionals in the industry.
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