Luxury

This comprehensive archive offers the latest insights, trends, and developments in the luxury travel industry, tailored specifically for professionals and stakeholders in the field. Featuring in-depth analysis and updates on hotels, tours, airlines, and cruise lines, the news stories in this collection provide essential information for those seeking to stay ahead in this rapidly-evolving market.

Hotels

Ferragamo’s Formula: Behind Portrait Milano’s Luxury Hotel Launch

The Ferragamo family's Portrait Milano hotel has taken the Italian fashion capital by storm. It did so through its philosophy of "inclusive exclusivity," its celebrated pasta bianco dish, and some star-studded events. Is Naples, Venice, or Palermo next?

Sean O'Neill | 2 days ago

Hotels

Paris’ Best Hotels: Michelin Ratings Vs. Online Reviews

Michelin has debuted its first ratings for hotels. But when a tech firm crunched the numbers from traveler reviews across 140 sites, it found that crowd favorites clashed with Michelin's picks.

Sean O'Neill | 5 days ago

Hotels

Who Hit the Jackpot in 2023? CEO Pay at MGM Resorts, Wynn, and Sands

MGM Resorts CEO William Hornbuckle made around $37.9 million in pay last year. The financial windfall was a reward for seeing the company notch record revenue and sign a landmark loyalty partnership with Marriott.

Sean O'Neill | 2 weeks ago

Hotels

The Keys to Luxury: Michelin Debuts New Rating System For France’s Finest Hotels

Michelin’s new Key ranking system is out in full force with 189 French hotels receiving an honor.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 2 weeks ago

Hotels

Hilton Takes Control of Sydell Group, Aims to Add 100 NoMad Hotels

After not acquiring a brand for 16 years, Hilton has now acquired its second in a month. The hotel giant is clearly hungry for growth.

Sean O'Neill | 3 weeks ago

Luxury

Ask Skift: What Are Major Trends in Luxury Travel?

Luxury travel's post-pandemic boom will likely continue this year, and here are some trends shaping the sector.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 weeks ago

Hotels

Oberoi Group CEO Vikram Oberoi on India’s Future in Hospitality – Full Video

The Oberoi Group understands its position among competitors and strives to differentiate itself through quality. The future of India's hotels and economy relies largely on a shared mission to empower the country's workforce and travelers.

Elizabeth Casolo, Skift | 4 weeks ago

Cruises

Four Seasons Yachts: 5 Facts and First Look at 2026 Itineraries

Superyachts run by the Four Seasons brand are creating a buzzy new offering. Competitors include Marriott's Ritz-Carlton and Accor's Orient Express.

Sean O'Neill | 4 weeks ago

Luxury

When Luxury and Value Go Together

A luxury experience could cost thousands of dollars, but the guest can still walk away feeling like they received value - or at least their definition of value.

Colin Nagy | 1 month ago

Hotels

Oberoi Chief Plans to Double Its Luxury Hotel Room Count by 2030

Oberoi Group's CEO wants to introduce more luxurious, boutique-style hotels in India, and he disclosed the company is working on a concept for new hotels that are close to nature.

Josh Corder | 1 month ago