Ayada, Maldives

Ayada Maldives is a brand new luxury resort located amidst a pristine reef within the southern rim of the Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll in the southern Maldives, 268 miles south of the capital Male. The island based resort offers uninterrupted views of the breathtaking Maldivian landscape. Ayada Maldives is committed to providing all visitors an authentically luxurious journey of the very finest on offer in the Southern Maldives.

Victoria 73 House / SAOTA

Victoria 73 is a stunning property designed by South African Architects SAOTA (Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Architects). The house was designed for a family in the city of Cape Town, South Africa. The Architects created an environment so the family can enjoy an outdoor lifestyle. The house is on a cliff, but protected from prevailing winds and enjoys spectacular sea views over Bantry Bay.

Rotating Tower Dubai

Da vinci Tower A $350 million tower to be known as the Dynamic Architecture building is to be constructed in Dubai. The 68-story tower will feature floors that can be individually rotated via voice commands.

Porto Zante Villas & Spa

Standing majestically on a private sandy beach of a secluded bay, on the island of Zakynthos, just west of Greece’s mainland and famous for its turquoise waters and Venetian villages, Porto Zante Villas & Spa is a small & boutique luxury hotel comprising world class luxury villas on the beach, all with private heated pools. Guests enjoy the ultimate privacy of a home away from home and exceptional 24-hour five star hotel services.

Fendi sponsors $2.9 million restoration of Rome's Trevi Fountain

Rome's 18th-century Trevi Fountain, famed as a setting for the film "La Dolce Vita," is getting a 2.18 million euro ($2.9 million) restoration courtesy of the Fendi fashion house. 

Inside private jets

Year 2010. Brighton's international photography festival has been curated by British photographer Martin Parr, and, rather than plump for well-known headline names, he has decided to showcase the work of obscure or niche practicioners. Among the most left-field on the shortlist is Nick Gleis, who photographs the pimped up private jets that belong African dictators and other heads of state.

Banyan Tree Club & Spa, Seoul

Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul is Banyan Tree’s first combination of urban resort and membership club. With wraparound views of Seoul, the limpid Han River and the lush greenery of Namsan Park, this urban oasis offers a sanctuary for the senses in the heart of one of the world’s most exciting cities. 

Elbow Beach, Bermuda

Escape to Elbow Beach set upon the pristine south shore of Bermuda. Here, guests are offered the choice of 98 charming colonial-style guest rooms set in the spacious comfort of private cottages within secluded nooks amidst an ever blossoming landscape. Fortunately, each comes with a complimentary view of the vast Atlantic Ocean.

Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa

Maradiva is an idyllic hideaway for romantic holidays and a source for well-being and rejuvenation. Its exclusively private villa environment ensures an experience that is discreet and unique to each guest. 

Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives

Gili Lankanfushi™, Maldives is an intimate coral island in a sparkling lagoon, with jetties threading across the water out to spacious villa accommodations. Everywhere you look, marine life abounds. And the gleaming waters beckon.

Burj Al Arab Adds 24-carat Gold iPad to Menu

The Burj Al Arab, Dubai’s crown jewel, is notorious for not sparing any expense when it comes to luxury. They have recently begun to offer guests an extra special amenity – 24 carat gold iPads.

Andy Warhol’s ‘Four Marilyns’ sells for $34 million

In the aftermath of last Wednesday's Christie's auction which set numerous records for artists Jackson Pollock, Roy Lichtenstein and Jean-Michel Basquiat, boutique auction house Phillips made a little noise with an Andy Warhol painting of Marilyn Monroe.

10 of the world's most expensive bottles of wine

We all know that older the wine, the better it gets, and only a true wine connoisseur knows the value of an older wine. Vintage wines are chosen from some of the most exceptional vineyards and may sell for thousands of dollars per bottle. Some of the rarest bottles in the world lie in collector’s cellars and some pass through well-known auction houses. So, for the avid wine collectors, below is the list of 10 most expensive wines.

The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur

The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur rises from the union of two rivers in the heart of the Malaysian capital. With its all-room butler program, Ritz-Carlton sets a new standard for luxury hotels.

Balcones del Atlántico

Located on the beautiful Samaná Peninsula, Balcones del Atlántico is a Dominican Republic resort that is perfectly situated on a kilometer of pristine Las Terrenas Beach. This luxury beach resort offers a lush tropical paradise that caters to your every desire. It’s the ideal destination for a Dominican Republic vacation.

The Regent Palms, Turks & Caicos

Gorgeous Grace Bay Beach, a world-famous destination in its own right, is home to The Regent Palms, Turks & Caicos, a place synonymous with luxury and pleasure.

W Retreat & Spa, Vieques Island Shines, Puerto Rico

Picture yourself taking in fragrant aromas of tropical floral and lush landscapes flowing in through the windows of your luxury accommodations. In this same place, views of the sparkling Caribbean Sea can be seen from your bedroom as the gentle ocean waves provide the relaxing soundtrack to your vacation. Ahhhh, paradise. W Retreat & Spa – Vieques Island hopes to turn those daydreams into reality.

Jean-Michel Cousteau, Fiji Islands

Welcome to a Fiji island escape in its purest form. Crafted from local timbers and featuring premier amenities, each traditional thatched bure at the Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort provides the ultimate in privacy, comfort and the best personal service.

Le Taha'a Island Resort & Spa

Situated among the endless white beaches and palm trees of the tiny atoll of Motu Tautau, Le Taha'a faces the island of Taha'a on the lagoon side, and an unsurpassed view of the island of Bora Bora on the ocean side.

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

No, this is no mirage. Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara looms on the horizon of Abu Dhabi like some mythical fortress. Except, instead of keeping you out, it welcomes you to be spoiled beyond your wildest dreams.

Philippines - Bellarocca Island Resort & Spa

Between the southeastern tips of the Philippine islands of Luzon and Mindoro, Marinduque holds a little something more than pristine beaches, jungle and complete isolation from reality — it holds Bellarocca Island Resort and Spa.

Rolls Royce - Brand History

What's more luxurious and opulent than a Rolls Royce? Well, nothing else really, except maybe gold-plated Porsche, but since they don't have a whole line of those yet, people tend to stick to Rolls Royces. Born out of the partnership between Charles Stewart Rolls and Frederick Henry Royce, the company started out in 1906 in Britain.

 

Neronote – Your perfect Italian shirt

The Italians are well known for their attention of dressing-up well - "la bella figura", or good impression, remains traditional in the Italian way of living! Many people, from all around the world still go to Italy for shopping and in search for style inspiration.

Domes of Elounda, Crete

The “Domes of Elounda, All Suites and Villas Spa Resort”, is situated in the international renowned hot spot of Elounda. The resort consists of eighty suites, eight private residences, three villas and a royal villa that represents not only the beauty of the Mediterranean, but also depicts the Cretan culture. The medieval monument of “Spinalonga”, as well as the historic tradition of Byzantium, shed the light of inspiration for the architectural design of “Domes of Elounda”.

Keira Knightley as Coco Chanel

"Once Upon a Time", new Coco Chanel short film, starring Keira Knightley as the celebrated designer was screened for the first time in Singapore on May 8, 100 years after Gabrielle (Coco) Chanel's first boutique opened in the French seaside of Deauville - a subject that forms the focus of the film.

Gran Hotel Bahia del Duque Resort

This Canary Islands paradise recalls colonial days of grandeur with a combination of top-end luxury suites and private Spanish villas. Situated on Tenerife, the estate of Gran Hotel Bahia del Duque Resort lies within its own tropical microclimate, with temperatures ideally in the range called ‘pleasantly comfortable’.

The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun

Nestled along Mexico's alluring Mayan coastline, The Ritz-Carlton luxury hotel in Cancun, offers the perfect hideaway for a sumptuous Caribbean vacation. Cancun's white sand beaches, charismatic Mexican hospitality and exquisite Cancun restaurants perfectly combine to offer an unmatched escape for couples and families alike. Whether you prefer to soothe your mind and body with a beachfront massage or prefer to savor creative cuisine at our award-winning restaurants, our Cancun, Mexico, hotel and resort offers a dream-like escape to another world.

Velassaru, Maldives

Sugar-sand beaches, turquoise-blue waters stretching as far as the eye can see, and no sound save for the gentle lapping of water at your feet... everyday realities at Velassaru Maldives.

Las Alamandas, Mexico

Far away from the bustling crowds of Mexico's tourist towns, Las Alamandas is a beach-side retreat offering romance, seclusion, and exotic tropical beauty. 

Maikhao Dream Resort & Spa

Maikhao Dream Resort in Phang Nga is in an idyllic location right on Natai Beach just north of Phuket Island. The views out west over the Andaman Sea are the stuff that dream vacations are made of and the lush grounds are immaculately maintained with a large, freeform swimming pool at their centre.

Playa de Amor - Hidden Beach on Marieta Islands

The Marieta Islands were originally formed many thousands of years ago by volcanic activity, and are completely uninhabited. The islands are about an hour long boat ride west-northwest from the coast of Puerto Vallarta. 

Swarovski’s Nirvana Collection

To celebrate the world’s largest cinematographic gathering, the shining star amongst Swarovski’s jewellery and accessories lines, the Nirvana collection is the main theme explored for 2013. The 66th Cannes Film Festival will mark the unveiling of Swarovski’s 2013 VIP exclusive package.

Baros, Maldives

Surrounded by idyllic ocean, the almost-too-perfect North Malé Atoll is home to many dreamlike resorts. One of the best is Baros Maldives, a sandy spec of perfection. 

Rare Blue Diamond Fetches Record $9.6 Million

A stunning blue diamond broke a world record, fetching a price of 6.2 million British pounds (about $9.6 million), or about $1.8 million per carat, according to auctioneer Bonhams.

The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa

The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa, St. Maarten is an island treasure featuring 310 luxuriously appointed guest rooms and 15 suites, each with french doors leading to a balcony with an ocean or island view. 

Dusit Thani, Maldives

This all-villa Thai retreat sits next to a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, a feeding ground for manta rays and whale sharks. Lovers of tropical luxury prefer to feast at Dusit Thani Maldives.

Las Ventanas Al Paraiso, Mexico

Set on fine white sands at the tip of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula and along the sparkling blue Sea of Cortez, Las Ventanas al Paraíso has a reputation for definitive luxury that is second to none. Serene and sophisticated, guests enjoy an unparalleled service, exquisite accommodations and an impeccable attention to detail.

Grace Bay Club, Turks and Caicos Islands

The Ultimate Handmade Caribbean Experience. Perched on 11 acres of immaculate beachfront, the world renowned Grace Bay Club was the first luxury all-suite hotel in Turks and Caicos, offering guests haven for uninterrupted relaxation.