Verdura Resort has launched the first 20 branded Rocco Forte independent villas, overlooking the resort’s sparkling bay. The new villas guarantee ultimate privacy and security for those who seek exclusive accommodation, combined with the unique services that have made Verdura Resort famous throughout the Mediterranean. Set on the hillside of the resort’s expansive grounds, the […]
Richard Langonne appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed Richard Langonne as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing, taking over from Mark S Bradford, who was at the helm for three-and-half years and has now been given the important mission of establishing a new luxury Mandarin Oriental hotel in the southern China city of Shenzhen. Richard Langonne […]
Geraldine Dobey joins Mandarin Oriental, Paris as General Manager and Area Vice President Operations.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed Geraldine Dobey as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Paris. The appointment welcomes Geraldine’s return to the Group as she was previously part of the leadership team at the Group’s Geneva property. Geraldine will also oversee the operations of Mandarin Oriental, Geneva and Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech. Originally from Ireland, Geraldine […]
The new American classic: The Langham Boston
The former Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, now the iconic Langham hotel, re-opens its doors after a two-year, multi-million-dollar renovation transforming this historic thread in the fabric of downtown Boston into a new American classic hotel and an iconic destination for luxury travellers from all over the world. “We are very proud to be re-introducing […]
Castell Son Claret, Mallorca, unveils new developments for summer 2021.
Castell Son Claret, a historic nineteenth century former castle just outside the village of Calvía in Mallorca is ready and waiting to welcome back its guests for what is building up to be a fabulous summer. The 41-room luxury hotel and 326-acre country estate recently revealed new developments enabling guests to reconnect with the outdoors, […]
Introducing The VRetreats Collection
VRetreats is the new hotel brand from VOIhotels, a fabulous selection of exclusive luxury Italian hotels. The collection is perfect for lovers of Italian art, history, and culture, with each hotel possessing a strong personality and sense of place all set in historic buildings. Currently comprising four properties in Rome, Venice, and Taormina, VRetreats plans […]
The Fellows House Cambridge, ready for visitors
The Fellows House Cambridge has opened its doors, marking the first Curio Collection by Hilton in the idyllic city and Hilton’s second property in Cambridge. The 131-room apartment-style hotel joins the global portfolio of more than 100 one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts, each handpicked for its distinctive character and unique charm. The hotel will host Cambridge’s […]
The Residences at Secret Bay Sets Highest-Price Sale Record in Dominica
Clifftop Villa Estate compound comprised of four villas and three pools on an acre of land overlooking the Caribbean Sea sells for $7.1 million (£5.1 million) The Residences at Secret Bay, Dominica’s crown jewel development and only six-star, award-winning, all-villa resort, just sold the most expensive vacation home estate in the country ever for US $7.1 million […]
The Balmoral, Edinburgh
What do we really know about time? we are told that it is our most precious resource, that we never have enough of it, that it is free yet priceless. Time passes, or flows, or stops even. We are powerless in its grasp, being swept along second, by second, minute by minute, experiencing life through […]
In conversation with..Chitra Stern
Today, ‘in conversation with’ typically means via webcam, Sarah Jayne had the pleasure of spending an hour chatting to the very affable Chitra Stern, a formidable businesswoman with strong values and even stronger ambition. Chitra is of Indian heritage, spending time in Singapore and London before marrying Roman, her Swiss husband and relocating to Portugal […]