July 21, 2025
Freshly minted loyalty program offering elevated benefits such as transfers, lounge entry
Luxury Escapes’ recently launched loyalty program, Société, is eyeing even greater member benefits, LATTE can reveal.
Read More…July 21, 2025
The modern traveller requires a different all-inclusive approach, says Meliá
With the launch of a flagship property in Bali marking its Asia Pacific debut, Paradisus by Meliá will usher in a new generation of “all-inclusive” travel.
Read More…July 21, 2025
“In many ways, Waldorf Astoria New York is the most important hotel in the world.”
After an extensive, years-long restoration, Waldorf Astoria New York has reopened its doors, marking a “renaissance” for Hilton’s legendary luxury brand.
Read More…July 21, 2025
14 suite andBeyond Suyian Lodge is set within a 44,000 acres private wilderness
Sustainable, conservation-based luxury tourism operator, andBeyond, has officially opened the doors to its newest retreat in Kenya – andBeyond Suyian Lodge.
Read More…July 19, 2025
Nine global offices help the 300-person agency feel smaller
Despite being about 300 people in size, First in Service considers itself a “boutique agency.” That “boutique” feel is partially developed by its nine (soon to be 10) locations worldwide—more than most companies of a similar size.
Read More…July 18, 2025
Black comedies, intense dramas, gripping thrillers… and that’s just the movies
Hurtigruten’s iconic Norwegian Coastal Voyages will reach a potential audience of tens of thousands around Australia over the coming weeks, with the experience featured as a precursor to a series of art-house films playing at Palace Cinemas, from now until mid August.
Read More…July 18, 2025
Kristen Lazaric appointed to the newly created role of General Manager
The owners/publishers of LATTE are thrilled to announce an expansion of our team with the appointment of Kristen Lazaric to the newly created role of General Manager.
Read More…July 18, 2025
Three unforgettable journeys by land and sea
With over 130 years of experience exploring Norway, Hurtigruten knows that the most rewarding way to explore the Nordics is to slow down and take the scenic route – by land and by sea.
Read More…July 17, 2025
Digital B2B marketplace acquires Australian travel companies corporate arm
Penny Spencer, Founder and Managing Director of Spencer Travel, has confirmed the sale of the company’s corporate travel division to LodgeLink, a Black Diamond Group company (that offers a digital marketplace for B2B crew accommodation, travel and logistics), marking a significant milestone in the businesses’ 26-year history.
Read More…July 17, 2025
Bellagio’s Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni has joined the portfolio
Earlier this week, Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni in Bellagio was admitted into Relais & Châteaux, becoming the first property in the portfolio to be located on Lake Como.
Read More…July 16, 2025
‘Seabourn Club’ will be overhauled, with new benenfits and award structure
Seabourn has confirmed enhancements to its loyalty program, “Seabourn Club”, to reflect the needs and preferences of today’s luxury traveller. The update follows feedback from a past passenger survey and trade partner feedback, scoping the response of Seabourn guests to tweaks to the scheme.
Read More…July 15, 2025
The residences are located in the city’s vibrant Sukhumvit Soi 38 area
La Clef Bangkok by The Crest Collection, part of The Ascott Limited portfolio, has opened in the city’s vibrant Sukhumvit Soi 38 area, bringing the brand’s signature “story-driven luxury concept” to Thailand for the first time.
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