March 13th, 2008 by FirstClass
Most Prestigious Luxury Hotel Brand? Ritz-Carlton Rated
a Strong First, Four Seasons a Strong Second
Among 15 Luxury Brands Rated
NEW YORK - March 21, 2005 — Wealthy consumers, take note as you make vacation plans for summer! Ritz-Carlton earned highest honors as the most [...]
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March 11th, 2008 by michaelg
Shortlist has been announced View Below
Winner announcement and lunch ceremony at Suntec Convention Center, March 18/Tue at EyeforTravel Travel Distribution Summit Asia.
Our Honoured judging panel [...]
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February 29th, 2008 by FirstClass
Silversea Cruises’ new expedition ship (originally acquired as World Discoverer) is to be renamed HSH Prince Albert II, in tribute to Prince Albert of Monaco.
The name is fitting for a ship that will be dedicated to the exploration and conservation of the planet’s oceans, wildlife and indigenous cultures. The Principality of Monaco, aside from [...]
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February 29th, 2008 by FirstClass
Silversea Cruises’ expedition ship will set sail June 12 from London on an Inaugural Season of voyages of 10 to 21 days focusing on polar adventures.
Sailing first to the Arctic Circle, Svalbard, Iceland and Greenland for the summer, the ship will then reposition to South America and Antarctica for autumn and winter voyages. From mid [...]
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February 28th, 2008 by FirstClass
Westin Hotels & Resorts and United Airlines have entered into a partnership that will treat first and business class customers who fly United’s p.s. service to a new level of comfort with Westin’s Heavenly Bed products. Also, as part of this partnership, select United Red Carpet Clubs in New York (JFK), Los Angeles and San [...]
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February 28th, 2008 by FirstClass
SWISS International Airline is to showcase the Michelin Star cuisine of Chef Renee Rischmeyer of The Park Hotel Weggis on Lake Lucerne this spring, as part of its “SWISS – Taste of Switzerland” menu series served in first and business class on long-haul flights and selected European routes.
The award-winning concept presents in-flight menus by the [...]
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February 26th, 2008 by FirstClass
Driven by demand from rich Middle Eastern clients and high-flying businessmen, the market for luxury private jets is booming, industry leaders said at the close of the Singapore Airshow.
“We have orders that will keep us busy until 2011-2012. Never in the past did we see such demand,” says Bernd Habbel of Germany’s Lufthansa Technik.
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February 14th, 2008 by FirstClass
The Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya, Mexico, located along an idyllic coastline on the dramatic Yucatan peninsula has opened for business. In celebration of the destination resort’s opening, the 128-room resort is offering a Special Inaugural deal of a fourth night free when reserving three consecutive nights.
A luxurious resort set on 36 lush, secluded acres, the [...]
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February 10th, 2008 by FirstClass
The Jumeirah Carlton Tower in the heart of Knightsbridge, London, has opened six brand new luxury suites. Created by world renowned interior designer Khuan Chew the suites offer guests a slick retreat with an added element of surprise.
Interior designer Khuan Chew is the creative talent behind the stunning interiors [...]
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February 10th, 2008 by FirstClass
The luxury hotel and casino, the Crown Macau, has won the “Best Casino Interior Design Award” in the 1st “International Gaming Awards 2008” recently held in London, UK.
The award recognizes outstanding design in the casino sector. The winner was judged on originality, innovative style, quality of materials [...]
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