Thousands of Hotels to Open Globally in 2025
Thousands of hotels are scheduled to open in 2025, showcasing diverse offerings ranging from the luxurious Oberoi Rajgarh Palace in India to the eco-conscious Mandai Rainforest Resort in Singapore and adventure-focused lodges in New Zealand and Kenya, reflecting a global surge in tourism and hospita...
Thousands of Hotels to Open Globally in 2025
Thousands of hotels are scheduled to open in 2025, showcasing diverse offerings ranging from the luxurious Oberoi Rajgarh Palace in India to the eco-conscious Mandai Rainforest Resort in Singapore and adventure-focused lodges in New Zealand and Kenya, reflecting a global surge in tourism and hospita...
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Pompeii Spa: Elite Roman Hospitality and Social Strategies
In Pompeii, archaeologists unearthed a large and sophisticated spa complex connected to a banquet hall within a residential building, indicating its use for lavish hospitality by a prominent citizen to consolidate political influence or enhance social standing, mirroring scenes in Petronius' Satyric...
Pompeii Spa: Elite Roman Hospitality and Social Strategies
In Pompeii, archaeologists unearthed a large and sophisticated spa complex connected to a banquet hall within a residential building, indicating its use for lavish hospitality by a prominent citizen to consolidate political influence or enhance social standing, mirroring scenes in Petronius' Satyric...
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Record-Breaking $200 Million Listing on Miami's "Billionaire Bunker"
A 1.84-acre vacant lot on exclusive Indian Creek Island in Miami-Dade County is listed for $200 million, attracting multiple offers despite its previous sale at $27.5 million seven years ago; the high price reflects the area's intense security, exclusivity, and the presence of billionaires like Jeff...
Record-Breaking $200 Million Listing on Miami's "Billionaire Bunker"
A 1.84-acre vacant lot on exclusive Indian Creek Island in Miami-Dade County is listed for $200 million, attracting multiple offers despite its previous sale at $27.5 million seven years ago; the high price reflects the area's intense security, exclusivity, and the presence of billionaires like Jeff...
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Thai PM Declares \$400 Million in Assets, Underscoring Wealth-Power Nexus
Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra declared over \$400 million in assets, including luxury goods, to the National Anti-Corruption Commission, highlighting the longstanding link between wealth and power in Thai politics.
Thai PM Declares \$400 Million in Assets, Underscoring Wealth-Power Nexus
Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra declared over \$400 million in assets, including luxury goods, to the National Anti-Corruption Commission, highlighting the longstanding link between wealth and power in Thai politics.
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Italy's Efficient Train Station: A Model for High-Capacity Transit
Italy's main train station smoothly handles almost 500,000 daily passengers, its efficient design and diverse dining options creating a positive experience.
Italy's Efficient Train Station: A Model for High-Capacity Transit
Italy's main train station smoothly handles almost 500,000 daily passengers, its efficient design and diverse dining options creating a positive experience.
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Luxury & Budget-Friendly Christmas Experiences in London
London offers diverse Christmas experiences: Belmond's luxury train lunch (£535-£1170 pp), Anya Hindmarch's family grotto (£50 pp), and The Great Christmas Feast's immersive Victorian experience (£123-£174 pp) provide festive options across different budgets and preferences.
Luxury & Budget-Friendly Christmas Experiences in London
London offers diverse Christmas experiences: Belmond's luxury train lunch (£535-£1170 pp), Anya Hindmarch's family grotto (£50 pp), and The Great Christmas Feast's immersive Victorian experience (£123-£174 pp) provide festive options across different budgets and preferences.
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Budget-Friendly Bourbons and Cigars: Ten Award-Winning Pairings
Ten gold-medal-winning bourbons under $30, each paired with a sub-$10 cigar by cigar critic Michael Przydzial, offer diverse flavor profiles and exceptional value for bourbon and cigar enthusiasts.
Budget-Friendly Bourbons and Cigars: Ten Award-Winning Pairings
Ten gold-medal-winning bourbons under $30, each paired with a sub-$10 cigar by cigar critic Michael Przydzial, offer diverse flavor profiles and exceptional value for bourbon and cigar enthusiasts.
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Pompeii Spa: Elite Roman Baths Reveal Social and Political Gatherings
Archaeologists in Pompeii have unearthed a large, 30-person thermal bath complex connected to a banquet hall, suggesting elite Romans used elaborate spas for social and political gatherings, as depicted in Petronius Arbiter's "Satyricon.
Pompeii Spa: Elite Roman Baths Reveal Social and Political Gatherings
Archaeologists in Pompeii have unearthed a large, 30-person thermal bath complex connected to a banquet hall, suggesting elite Romans used elaborate spas for social and political gatherings, as depicted in Petronius Arbiter's "Satyricon.
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Central Asia's \$10 Billion Fashion Boom
Central Asia's apparel market is projected to reach \$10.03 billion by 2029, driven by increased investment in creative industries and the efforts of figures like Saken Zhaxybayev, who blends local culture with global luxury brands.
Central Asia's \$10 Billion Fashion Boom
Central Asia's apparel market is projected to reach \$10.03 billion by 2029, driven by increased investment in creative industries and the efforts of figures like Saken Zhaxybayev, who blends local culture with global luxury brands.
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Nordstrom to Go Private in \$6.25 Billion Deal
Nordstrom, founded in 1901, will become a privately held company in a \$6.25 billion deal with the Nordstrom family (50.1%) and El Puerto de Liverpool (49.9%), closing in the first half of 2025; current shareholders will receive \$24.25 per share.
Nordstrom to Go Private in \$6.25 Billion Deal
Nordstrom, founded in 1901, will become a privately held company in a \$6.25 billion deal with the Nordstrom family (50.1%) and El Puerto de Liverpool (49.9%), closing in the first half of 2025; current shareholders will receive \$24.25 per share.
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Tony Parker Sells Luxurious Explorer Yacht Infinity Nine for \u20ac11.95 Million
NBA star Tony Parker is selling his nearly new explorer yacht, Infinity Nine, for \u20ac11.95 million (about $12.6 million); the Turkish-built yacht, designed for large groups, was fully booked during its first charter season and features a 6,000-nautical-mile range, reflecting a rising demand for e...
Tony Parker Sells Luxurious Explorer Yacht Infinity Nine for \u20ac11.95 Million
NBA star Tony Parker is selling his nearly new explorer yacht, Infinity Nine, for \u20ac11.95 million (about $12.6 million); the Turkish-built yacht, designed for large groups, was fully booked during its first charter season and features a 6,000-nautical-mile range, reflecting a rising demand for e...
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China's Luxury Market: Dior's Success Amidst a Broader Sales Slump
In early November, the Art021 fair in Shanghai showcased a stark contrast: Dior's lavish exhibition thrived while struggling French galleries reported a year-long sales slump due to decreased Chinese buyer confidence, reflecting broader market challenges and government crackdowns on ostentatious dis...
China's Luxury Market: Dior's Success Amidst a Broader Sales Slump
In early November, the Art021 fair in Shanghai showcased a stark contrast: Dior's lavish exhibition thrived while struggling French galleries reported a year-long sales slump due to decreased Chinese buyer confidence, reflecting broader market challenges and government crackdowns on ostentatious dis...
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40% Bias Score