March 6, 2025
A decade of transformation and growth for 1Hotels, Baccarat and Treehouse brands
SH Hotels & Resorts, the parent company of award-winning brands including 1 Hotels, Baccarat Hotels, and Treehouse Hotels, is celebrating its 10th anniversary by officially rebranding as Starwood Hotels.
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American actres and talk show host to christen second MSC ‘World’ megaship
MSC Cruises has revealed Drew Barrymore will be the Godmother of its new U.S. flagship, MSC World America. Barrymore will be cutting the ribbon and triggering the traditional breaking of a bottle of champagne at the Naming Ceremony being held on 9 April 2025 at the new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal in Florida.
Read More…March 6, 2025
Sydney’s Northern Beaches agency, Travel Your Style, aligns with TC
It may be based in one of Sydney’s most affluent suburbs and cater to high-spending clients but Travellers Choice’s newest member – Travel Your Style – is not your typical ‘luxury’ specialist. The agency, which operates from Balgowlah, on Sydney’s northern beaches, is owned by Alastair Fernie, who acquired the company in March 2020, just as the pandemic was upending the global travel industry.
Read More…March 5, 2025
World’s largest sailing yacht will launch in France in June 2026
Orient Express has released a preview of the inaugural season for its first 54-luxury suite sailing yacht, Orient Express Corinthian. What will be the world’s largest sailing yacht, will take to the open sea from 6 June 2026, operating a series of cruises through the French and Italian Rivieras, the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas.
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Seabourn Sojourn will exit Carnival’s luxury brand in mid-May 2026
Seabourn has today confirmed the sale of Seabourn Sojourn to Mitsui Ocean Cruises. Following the sale, Seabourn will charter the ship back from Mitsui Ocean Cruises and continue to operate all published voyages on Seabourn Sojourn through completion of its world cruise ending 15 May 2026.
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The team, led by Amber Wilson, is a mix of fresh talent and familiar faces
HX Expeditions is significantly strengthening its presence in Australia and New Zealand by forming a dedicated regional Sales and Marketing team with newly appointed Director of Sales Amber Wilson at the helm.
Read More…March 4, 2025
ms Serene and ms Lumiere will join the fleet in 2026
More details have been revealed about the two new riverships that will join Tauck’s fleet of riverboats in 2026, with the vessels to be named ms Serene and ms Lumière.
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The community continues to grow in line with its “small and beautiful” approach
The first of Traveller Made’s three Essence of Luxury events has begun in Phuket, Thailand with Founder and President Quentin Desurmont reporting strong growth for fledgling community Takumians.
Read More…March 4, 2025
Forbes Travel Guide Vice Chairman flags skills shortage concern
Hospitality and tourism industry heavyweight, Jerry Inzerillo, used The Summit in Monaco last week, Forbes Travel Guide’s annual conference, to voice concerns about the shortage of quality personnel facing the sector.
Read More…March 4, 2025
The company has no intention of resting on its 100-year-old laurels
Tauck’s decision to shut down all of its operations for close to a week for a recent celebration of its 100-year milestone is a reflection of its dedication to its employees and partners, according to Managing Director Australia David Clark.
Read More…March 4, 2025
Montague unveils organisational rejig for Regent Seven Seas, Oceania Cruise
Jason Montague, Chief Luxury Officer for Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Oceania Cruises, has announced further changes regarding the leadership of Norwegian Cruise Line Holding’s two high-end cruise brands.
Read More…March 4, 2025
New Super Ships to launch in 2027, similar design to S.S. Emilie launching in 2026
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has confirmed the addition of three new Super Ships to its fleet, set to debut in 2027. All three new vessels will sail throughout Europe, cruising the Rhine, Main, Danube and Douro rivers.
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