#luxury-travel

#luxury-travel

Take Seabourn, an ultra-luxury line debuting its first such cruise in 2027. "Travelers are seeking voyages going beyond traditional cruising that are immersive, rarely repeated, and part of something very few will ever experience," says Robin West, Seabourn's vice president of expedition operations and planning. "2027 presents the perfect alignment of guest interest and operational capability to bring it to life."

More than just luxurious places to stay, today's chicest hotels are redefining themselves as some of the most distinctive places to shop. Their highly curated boutiques reflect each hotel's unique identity and taste, spotlighting works by local designers and one-of-a-kind pieces for travelers who've seen-and bought-it all. Whether inside posh beachside resorts or cool urban havens, these stores are not merely window dressing. They're stylish destinations in their own right.

"I'd rather die than go on a cruise," my husband declared when I told him about my plan to travel around the Mediterranean Sea by ship. But, just a few months later, there we were, floating in a pool on a yacht off the coast of Rome. It was our third morning aboard the 226-suite Luminara, the newest ship from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, and he'd had an epiphany.

Originally built in 1888 as a hunting lodge for the Austrian imperial family, Grand Hotel Fasano has evolved over the decades from a regal retreat into a gathering place for Europe's creative elite. (The guestbook includes names like Italian poet Gabriele D'Annunzio, Austrian painter Gustav Klimt, and German writer Paul Heyse-all luminaries who reportedly found inspiration here.) In 1989, it was designated a National Heritage Site by the Italian Ministry of Culture, and today, the hotel remains one of the region's most glamorous addresses.

The new partnership between the luxury resort and semi-private jet company Aero will bring travelers on weekly flights between Los Angeles' Van Nuys Airport (VNY) and Maui's Kahului Airport (OGG), the hotel shared with Travel + Leisure. Flights will depart from California on Saturday mornings and return from Hawaii on Sunday afternoons. The hotel said the new flights mark the first semi-private route to be scheduled weekly between the mainland United States and Hawaii open to all travelers.

Travelers searching for ultimate privacy and refined luxury will find an unmatched experience at Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island. Nestled within the heart of the Indian Ocean, this resort elevates barefoot elegance to a new level. Blending pristine natural beauty with elevated design, Platte Island delivers a rare combination of exclusivity, sustainability, and authentic Seychellois culture. Far removed from the bustle of daily life, Platte Island is more than just a resort destination.

Atlas Ocean Voyages is redefining what it means to celebrate the holidays by offering once-in-a-lifetime expeditions to Antarctica in 2025. Known for its intimate, yacht-style journeys, Atlas provides fewer than 200 guests per ship with an all-inclusive experience that merges festive traditions with the untouched beauty of the White Continent. For travelers seeking a holiday season that goes beyond the ordinary, these voyages deliver a rare opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's in one of the most remote and awe-inspiring destinations on Earth.

At least half the wonder of the Austrian alpine spa atmosphere at Hotel Krallerhof is in its exterior: a low, dramatic silhouette built into the hotel's sloping terrain, with a sloping green roof split in two, one holding a (in the snowy wintertime) Frozen-worthy staircase up and over. A nearly 5,500 square-meter natural bathing lake sprawls out in front of it, with a 50-meter heated infinity pool almost invisibly stretching through, fed

Celebrity Cruises will launch its river cruising brand in 2027, offering sophisticated journeys along the Danube and Rhine rivers, with Priority Booking Access starting September 3, 2025.

W Punta Cana is the first of its kind for W Hotels and represents Marriott Bonvoy's most daring move into the upscale all-inclusive market to date. The resort boldly resets expectations for what an all-inclusive can be, bringing together world-class amenities, forward-thinking design, and a lineup of curated experiences that reflect both local culture and the signature W vibe.

At SpaceVIP, we're not just facilitating space travel, we're curating transformative experiences that redefine luxury. Space isn't the future; it's the now. Engaging with it could be the greatest catalyst for human change, much like AI.

Ocean Casino Resort represents a shift in Atlantic City's identity, transitioning from a once run-down destination to a sophisticated and upscale locale catering to luxury-seeking visitors.

When we launched Bark Air last year, our goal was to challenge the norms of dog travel by creating an experience that treats dogs not as cargo, but as VIP guests. One year later, we're proud to have delivered on that promise, offering thousands of dogs and their humans a stress-free, joy-filled way to explore the world together.

Contemporary textiles and furniture inspired by Costa Rica's crafts traditions create a luxurious resort experience, incorporating local artistry with nature as a central theme.

Noka Camp offers a front-row seat to the untouched beauty of the Lapalala Wilderness, promoting conservation and providing a solar-powered, immersive experience in nature.

Trisara, which opened in 2004, remains one of the elite's favorite hotels in Southeast Asia, known for its level of privacy and natural beauty.

The Great Barrier Reef is bigger than the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Belgium, and the Netherlands combined, stretching over 1,400 miles along Australia's east coast.

The luxury chain 1 Hotels opened its Seattle location less than a week before my stay, bringing nature indoors with biophilic furniture, live plants, and natural surfaces.

Bilt Rewards has launched Home Away From Home, a platform offering premium subscribers access to over 1,700 luxury hotels worldwide and exclusive travel perks.

Billionaire superyachts have once again graced the Mediterranean this summer, with moguls like Jeff Bezos and David Geffen cruising the high seas in style. The Mediterranean remains the top destination for superyachts, hosting remarkable yachts mainly in the French Riviera, Amalfi Coast, Sardinia, and the Balearic Islands. Superyacht destinations like Corsica and Sardinia are especially popular, alongside significant interest in Greece. High-profile owners and charterers such as Magic Johnson and Larry Ellison continue to showcase the lavish lifestyle associated with these floating palaces.

The Good Night Train, launched by a collective called European Sleeper, offers a no-frills service between Brussels and Berlin with a cozy, communal atmosphere.

andBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge offers an immersive experience in Botswana's Moremi Game Reserve, showcasing rich wildlife including leopards, hyenas, and lions.

The Culinary Collective, a chef-driven revamp of food and beverage offerings, will feature rotating menus from James Beard Award-winning chefs in U.S. Centurion Lounges.

Numu Boutique Hotel in San Miguel Allende offers 44 guest rooms and suites, with each room featuring a private terrace or balcony for personal outdoor space.

The Surrey has unveiled four new signature suites featuring intricately designed interiors that reflect the architectural beauty of Central Park's iconic bridges.

Forestis Hotel offers a luxurious escape in Italy's Dolomites, providing direct mountain views, access to numerous outdoor activities, and a focus on wellness and relaxation.

Guests can try their hand at bee-keeping, harvesting herbs or simply bask in the pastoral vibes while sipping cocktails crafted from garden-grown botanicals.