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The 26 Most Anticipated Hotels of 2025 in Asia & Australia

The 26 Most Anticipated Hotels of 2025 in Asia & Australia

2025 is set to become a landmark year for luxury hotels, and we continue our global New Hotel and Resort Openings series in Asia and Australia. Poised to redefine luxury and architectural grandeur and combine with sustainability and unique offerings, here is a look at 26 properties that have been confirmed to open next year in Asia and Australia. Uga EscapesUga Halloowella Opening January 2025, Uga Halloowella will be the brand’s 6th property in Sri Lanka. Within a 252-acre tea estate in Hatton, within Sri Lanka’s Pekoe trail, the property will be 1,444 meters above sea level, boasting stunning views…
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This Year’s LA Auto Show Displays Exotic Cars, EVs & Concept Cars

This Year’s LA Auto Show Displays Exotic Cars, EVs & Concept Cars

Photo by Jill WeinleinFor 117 years, the LA Auto Show is the premier international and domestic show for automakers to show off their vehicles to car enthusiasts. There is never any pressure for visitors to vehicle comparison shop. Auto fans can take test drives and car rides, learn about car culture, and see some incredible concept cars, luxury SUVs and sedans. This year's LA Auto Show was better than ever with an array of new luxury electric vehicles, such as the Drako Motors Dragon, an innovative concept car. Ready for production soon, this electric vehicle will have 2,000 horsepower, 0-60…
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Artistic Charm on The Sorrento Coast: Villa Fiorella Art Hotel

Artistic Charm on The Sorrento Coast: Villa Fiorella Art Hotel

(credit: Valerio Gargiul)Perched on the stunning Sorrento Coast overlooking the Gulf of Naples and views of Capri, Villa Fiorella Art Hotel presents a boutique catered experience in Sorrento. In the city of Massa Lubrense, the hotel hosts an impressive collection of contemporary art throughout its property which is changed annually. A recipient of One Key in 2024 from The MICHELIN Guide, owner Alberto Colonna has transformed the property, which re-opened in 2016 after several years of extensive renovation. Stretching over six floors, the hotels’ collection of contemporary art showcases works by renowned Italian and international artists. Prior to closing for…
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A Hidden Gem on Pugliaâs Coastline: Canne Bianche Lifestyle Hotel

A Hidden Gem on Pugliaâs Coastline: Canne Bianche Lifestyle Hotel

(credit: Christian Suarez)A recipient of One Key from the MICHELIN Guide in May 2024 and part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Canne Bianche Lifestyle Hotel is nestled along the golden sandy shores of Torre Canne. Flanked by olive groves on one side and crystal-clear waters on the other, the family-owned luxury boutique hotel offers a serene oasis to travelers away from other Italian hotspots. Molded around the Art of Slow living, it presents the perfect blend of sophisticated luxury and authentic Apulian charm. Reflecting the traditional Puglian style with its whitewashed walls - characteristic of the region's…
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Destination Defender: a Weekend Celebration of the British Adventure Brand

Destination Defender: a Weekend Celebration of the British Adventure Brand

Courtesy JLRCalamigos Ranch in the Santa Monica Mountains above Malibu set a suitably rugged but inviting stage for the latest Destination Defender: an outdoor gathering of over 3,000 loyal ‘Landy’ owners and enthusiasts who spent the weekend before Thanksgiving immersed in the Defender lifestyle. Expert-led talks, demos, and outdoor activities, including experience drives in the new high-performance HALO model OCTA, all featured. The weekend also marked the fourth annual Defender Service Awards, honoring the brand’s legacy of heroism and six non-profit and charitable organizations from across the U.S. and Canada for their services. The first Destination Defender event took place in New York's Hudson…
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Test Drive: Taking the All-New Volvo XC90 From Copenhagen to MalmÃ

Test Drive: Taking the All-New Volvo XC90 From Copenhagen to MalmÃ

Nov. 25th, 2024 Volvo’s newly designed XC90 features an attractive suite of tech, styling and polished design updates – all superbly showcased on a two-day drive between Denmark and Southern Sweden. Volvo debuted its XC90 back in 2002 winning the North American Car of the Year Award, but it was the Swedish carmaker's second-gen iteration in 2015 that brought a modern Scandi design aesthetic to the luxury SUV market and changed the game in the three-row segment – its clean lines, elegant interiors, and advanced technology resonated with buyers looking for luxury and family-friendly utility. It remains the brand's best-selling model in…
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Hereâs Why Inn By The Sea Is The Perfect Maine Destination All Year Long

Hereâs Why Inn By The Sea Is The Perfect Maine Destination All Year Long

Kellie SpeedLet’s admit it. There is nothing quite like a New England vacation in the summer. From fresh lobster rolls best enjoyed seaside to late afternoon naps following a day at the beach, the popular season is a cherished time for families to make unforgettable memories. Once fall rolls around and the crowds have all subsided, people in the know start to plan the most colorful and flavor-filled stays of the year.  From nightly s’mores and beach ecology walks to garden tours and adult yoga, Maine’s Inn by the Sea in Cape Elizabeth knows just how to keep the fun…
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Activities At Martinhal Sagres Resort Suit All Ages

Activities At Martinhal Sagres Resort Suit All Ages

Columbia HillenEver seen a fairy? You may at Martinhal Sagres luxury resort in Portugal’s western Algarve. Such is its dedication to family vacation fun, the resort has developed a special ‘fairy trail’ to keep children happy.  The innovative idea is just one of many guest activities developed at this beach-side destination, just three kilometres from the town of Sagres. Columbia HillenHaving been established 14 years ago by entrepreneurs Chitra and Roman Stern, the resort has developed from well-earned experience the right kind of activities that suit its guests best, one reason it had very high occupation when I visited recently…
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The 27 Most Anticipated Openings of 2025 in North & South America

The 27 Most Anticipated Openings of 2025 in North & South America

Nov. 20th, 2024 2025 is set to become a landmark year for luxury hotels, and we continue our global New Hotel and Resort Openings series in North and South America. Poised to redefine luxury and architectural grandeur and combine with sustainability and unique offerings, here is a look at 26 properties that have been confirmed to open next year in North and South America. courtesy of Ritz-CarltonNekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Arriving at Peninsula Papagayo in Q1 2025, Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, offers a deeply personal and immersive Guanacaste experience tailored for adventurers who value extraordinary beauty and luxury-infused intrigue. Presenting…
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The Ultimate Automotive Holiday Guide: 10 Gifts Perfect for Car Lovers

The Ultimate Automotive Holiday Guide: 10 Gifts Perfect for Car Lovers

Volvo CarsFrom a track day with BMW outside of Palm Springs and a range of off-road experiences with iconic British brand Land Rover near Carmel-by-the-Sea to luxe lifestyle accessories by Rolls-Royce, Bugatti, and Bentley: think wireless headphones, a stylish e-Scooter, and tech case for travel. Plus, a couple of essentials for those rugged National Park road trippers and overland enthusiasts, here's what to gift the car lover in your life.  Land Rover Off-Road Experience Jaguar Land Rover Surprise someone special with a customized off-road driving lesson at the Land Rover Experience Driving Center in picturesque Carmel Valley. Located inside The Quail Hotel Resort and…
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