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Virtuoso Pictures Virtuoso, the global leader in luxury and experiential travel, continues to see record growth across the nine regions worldwide in which it operates. The company announced changes to its Senior Leadership Team in order to better meet the needs of their rapidly expanding member base and partners. They also announced a strategic realignment that reflects Virtuoso’s constant focus on shaping luxury travel’s future. Cheryl Cheney Bunker has been named senior vice president of global memberships by Virtuoso. Bunker, an industry veteran with over 25 years of experience, has been with Virtuoso in 2007 and is responsible for leading teams…
Remote Lands, the luxury expedition company in partnership with Aman, has revealed new private jet voyages for 2026.These journeys will take you to some of the most beautiful destinations in Southeast Asia, and give guests access to unique sites and events.The journeys include expert guides, one-of-a-kind excursions, tours to UNESCO sites and transportation by a luxury private jet. Third season of White Lotus, Victoria Ratliff, Parker Posey, said as she slackly applied designer hand cream: “I don’t believe, at this time, I am meant to lead an uncomfortable life.” If this resonates with your life, you will be interested in…
Casablanca It has long been a stereotype that business is all and play is none. Amine Hannaoui is the vice president of Alouane Bladi, an arts nonprofit. “Ten years ago, we had no tourism, but now the city has a story,” he said, while showing me several dozen of the city’s dynamic street murals. A pleasant climate all year, a thriving arts and cultural scene, shopping that is always enticing, and a brand new hotel are just some of the reasons to visit the Moroccan There has never before been a city that is more deserving to be a longer stopover…
Marshneil Bharadwaj – Image Credit Andaz Hotels Andaz 5th Avenue recently announced Marshneil as the new General manager of the hotel. Marshneil has an impressive career across four continents. She is also known for her persistence, curiosity and heartfelt hospitality. Her love for travel and immersion in culture has shaped both her worldview, and leadership style. Marshneil is a nearly 20-year Hyatt vet who brings her global experience, thoughtful hospitality, and a wealth in knowledge to Manhattan, where she’s lived since 2022. She has worked in guest relations, boutique consulting and Rooms at Hyatt Dubai and Grand Hyatt Dubai. Her…
Expedia Group has felt the decline in demand for travel into the U.S. The company reported that the U.S. accounted for two thirds of its business, and that the number of inbound travelers dropped by 7% during the quarter. Inbound bookings to Canada have dropped by 30%. Europeans are now choosing to travel to Latin America. Ariane Gordon, CEO of Ariane Group, told investors in a conference call on Thursday that the U.S. market was weak due to a decline in consumer sentiment. Expedia’s full-year earnings have been reduced due to the economic uncertainty that continues.
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The hospitality industry can leverage the gender characteristics of service robots to influence customers’ decisions, according to new research from a team in the Penn State School of Hospitality Management. According to researchers, service robots that have characteristics usually associated with males could be more persuasive with women who lack a sense of power. The team also found that “cute” features in the design of robots — such as big eyes and raised cheeks — may reduce the effect of portrayed robot gender on persuasiveness, as male and female customers responded similarly to robots with these…
Corippo in the picturesque Verzasca Valley was on the brink of being a ghost city with only nine residents. It was revitalized in 2022 by the Albergo Diffuso model, turning historic structures into dispersed hotel rooms. Corippo doesn’t attract many tourists despite its beautiful location in the Southern Alps. In 2019, the town was just nine elderly residents away from becoming a “ghost town”. Corippo earned the title of the smallest municipal in SwitzerlandAs local officials scrambled in a desperate attempt to save the village, headlines were made. Corippo is a fairytale-like hamlet located in the Italian-speaking canton Ticino. It…
Choice Hotels It has reduced its revenue projections for this year while highlighting the strength of its economy and extended stay properties. The hotel franchiser projected on Thursday that revenue per available room in the U.S. would range between a 1 to 2% increase and a 1% decrease, down from their previous forecast. While mid-market property sales were down in the first quarter of 2018, brands such as Econo Lodge and long-stay options soared. Patrick Pacious, CEO of the company, attributed the positive performance to low gas prices and infrastructure investments linked to artificial intelligence. However, the company, along with…
Naples doesn’t need an introduction, nor is there any excuse not to visit. After you’ve experienced the chaos, carbs, beauty, and chaos of Naples, they say that everything else will seem insignificant. Tucked between the smoldering silhouette of Vesuvius and the blues of the Bay of Naples, bella Napoli grabs you by the heart—and the stomach—and never lets go.You’ll fall in love with this easily Italian city—the pizza, the views, the proximity to Amalfi Coast There are many gems in Sorrento and Positano but the neighborhoods are what really make it special. Each neighborhood has a distinct vibe. Enjoy the…
Is tipping required in Italy? The answer is no. The majority of the time, Italy It is not the same as the United States when it comes to tipping. You can visit the Italian peninsula and the vibrant metropolis of MilanThe historic streets of RomeAlternatively, you can visit the romantic canals in. VeniceYou should be aware of a few situations in which tipping is highly appreciated.Two experts on Italian tipping gave me their expert opinion. Condé Nast Traveler’s Top Travel Specialists: Marcello GiancoliThe co-founder of the Rome-based firm and its managing partner Benarrivati; Elena Borrero, a travel advisor at SmartFlyer…