US carrier JetBlue will debut its first-ever airport lounges, opening at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Terminal 5 in late 2025 and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) Terminal C soon after.

The Peninsula New York elevates Fifth Avenue as it unveils the completion of a comprehensive interior design refurbishment, debuting a refresh of 219 guest rooms and suites, alongside public spaces, and select dining venues.

The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel, in New York’s Upper East Side has launched its booking engine and accepting reservations for stays commencing 1 September 2024.

The Delta One Lounge at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport opened this week, setting a new standard of elevated service.

Travel Associates represented the Australian luxury travel market at the inaugural New York City Tourism + Conventions’ Luxury Business Expo, hosted last week in New York City. As the official and exclusive Australian travel partner of New York City Tourism + Convention, the luxury retail brand was the only Aussie company in attendance

Sofitel New York has revealed details of a comprehensive refurbishment project coinciding with the 60th anniversary of the Sofitel brand this year. The initiative marks a significant milestone for Sofitel, reflecting its commitment to dynamic and refined luxury under the leadership of CEO Maud Bailly.

Aman New York has introduced two exclusive Homes from its collection of 22 privately-owned Aman Residences, to now welcome hotel guests. The two brand-new Homes are available for reservation, with additional Homes to become available in 2024, expanding and enhancing the hotel’s existing selection of 83 suites.

Mandarin Oriental, New York has rolled out its latest initiative, a bike program designed to allow guests to explore the Big Apple while championing environmental sustainability.

Luxury global tour operator Scott Dunn, a member of Flight Centre Travel Group’s Luxury Travel Collection, is expanding its presence in the US this summer with the opening of a New York office in August 2023. Building on a year of record sales in the US, Scott Dunn will shortly offer a bi-coastal operation in the US, having established its presence in San Diego, California since 2016.

MSC Meraviglia – MSC Cruises’ award-winning Meraviglia Class ship, has arrived at her new homeport in New York City at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. The arrival of the ship marks the first time MSC Cruises has deployed a ship in New York operating year-round sailings.

Virtuoso has analysed intel from its data warehouse exceeding AU$77.9 billion in transactions and found that while upscale globetrotters continue to book eternal European favourites, Paris has risen to the top as the number one city among luxury leisure travellers.

onefinestay – Accor’s luxury private rental brand – has launched month-long stays in New York, initially debuting with 16 homes and with many to come.