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The world's best hotels for luxury travellers
- Janu Tokyo is designed by Pelli Clarke & Partners with interiors by Jean-Michel Gathy of Denniston – but the million-dollar question is, what will ‘Amanjunkies’ think? We took a first peek at the property
- Amanpuri was the group’s first property – opened in Phuket, Thailand – in 1988; since then, it has added rural retreats including 3 on Bali, and urban locations in cities like New York and Venice
Raffles at Galaxy Macau and Andaz Macau are the latest additions to the integrated resort’s list of hotels, not to mention the convention centre and entertainment facilities
The 99-room The Opposite House, the group’s first hotel, will close after 16 years to make way for an ‘innovative retail landmark’ in the Taikoo Li Sanlitun area.
Mozambique is an unsung gem of African tourism. The Bazaruto Archipelago offers a chance to get up close to spectacular marine life – including the elusive dugong – without being too invasive.
The coral islands of Palau in the western Pacific are best visited by boat, and catamaran Four Seasons Explorer offers a new option for visitors to a nation with conservation in its constitution.
‘We are trying to overcome it, so that people will come back to Hong Kong and experience all of the good things it has to offer’, CEO Clement Kwok says. ‘That will take some time.’
From rumours that she and Travis Kelce stayed at the Crown Towers Sydney, to snaps of the couple at Koma in Marina Bay Sands – here’s how you can retrace Tay Tay’s steps
The former US president has always been a savvy businessman, but not all of his investments have paid off … we rounded up 7 of his strangest and downright hilarious endeavours
Don’t skip downtown – Venice Beach, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills may be top of your bucket list, but central Los Angeles is quietly emerging as must-visit destination
Hong Kong’s hotels are looking at sporting, arts, consumer and entertainment events in the year ahead to drive tourist flows into the city
Orchard Road’s western end is more laid-back than the rest of Singapore’s most famous shopping street, but new hotels and rejuvenated malls are bringing a new vibe to the area.
Planning a trip to Taiwan but hoping to go beyond the tourist traps? Check out these world-class recommendations, from Moonrock’s locally inspired cocktails to CMP Village’s gorgeous glamping tents
Guests who stay at SAii Phi Phi Island Village, on Thailand’s Phi Phi Don island, can be reassured bamboo sharks and clownfish are among the species benefiting from their custom.
The collective fortune of the top 50 wealthiest families and individuals in Malaysia is estimated to be US$81.6 billion according to Forbes – but who’s the richest in 2024?
Think you only visit Disney World with kids? Think again – The Grand Floridian is a gorgeous, sprawling resort for those looking to be pampered beyond roller coaster rides, writes Kari Becker
The latest offering from Los Angeles-based Palisociety, the hotel’s location is minutes away from Hollywood Walk of Fame and TCL’s Chinese Theatre – perfect for first-time visitors
Tian Pujun, star of hit Chinese drama Empresses in the Palace, was appalled when she found unhygienic conditions in an expensive mainland hotel, and was given no apology when she complained to staff.
Luxury brands have embraced the dragon, incorporating it into their product designs as corporations eye business opportunities ahead of the Lunar New Year, when gifting new clothes and fashion accessories is a symbol of change and represents a fresh start in Chinese culture.
Hotels and other businesses need to adapt parking infrastructure as EV adoption is accelerating in the city, analyst says.
As Bali battles overtourism, this sustainable stay could be your guilt-free oasis of calm on the paradise island
Mykonos and Santorini may be pretty, but they can get overcrowded to the point of not being enjoyable. To beat the crush of tourists, head further afield in Greece and try some new luxury accommodation.
Tickets for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Singapore sold out near-instantly, and hotel bookings are getting snapped up quickly by overseas fans – here are 8 luxury stays to know
Hidden away in the serene embrace of Koh Yao Yai, this gorgeous luxury hotel boasts verdant jungle surroundings, breathtaking sunsets and an array of marine wonders
Russian entrepreneur Felix Demin reveals why his Private Jet Villa – a new luxury residence in Bali built in an old Boeing 737-200, which rents for up to US$6,500 per night – was so hard to create.
Euphoria star Alexa Demie once did a photo shoot at the luxury art deco hotel, which welcomed Picasso, Charlie Chaplin and Coco Chanel, and boasts artwork that once hung in the Louvre
From Parisian matcha tea to Bottega Veneta ‘lady-boss wear’ and the films of Luc Besson and David Lynch – Repossi’s creative director is the most eclectic of Style tastemakers
The Louis Vuitton and Maison Margiela collaborator reveals her favourite people, pods, places and products – stanning Frida Kahlo, brands such as Alaïa and Balenciaga, and the Venice Venice and Amanzoe hotels
Nail your colours to the Philly cheesesteak mast at Geno’s Steaks or Pat’s King of Steaks, browse Reading Terminal Market and the Franklin Flea Market, and don’t miss a hop-on, hop-off bus tour
Rediscover the Thai capital by staying like a local at the 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok – a luxe hotel just a stone’s throw away from the vibrant and cool Sukhumvit neighbourhood
