IHG and Chase Revamp Cobranded Card Lineup, Launch $350 Premier Select With 200,000-Point Bonus
The refresh adds new benefits and elite perks while raising annual fees on select cards, as Chase and IHG chase premium cardholders.
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Alaska Airlines Unveils Premium Suites and Lounges for 2028, Teases No-Annual-Fee Card
The carrier is betting on premium cabins and lounge upgrades while also plotting a no-annual-fee card and new Atmos Rewards transfer options.
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Michael Jordan's Ferrari 550 Maranello Sells for Record $2.7 Million
The car had been expected to bring at most $1.3 million, more than doubling presale estimates at auction.
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United Expands Basic Fares to Domestic First Class and Short-Haul International Business
The move extends restrictive fare tiers into premium cabins as airlines segment pricing further.
The Points Guy · +14 outlets
United Pitches Starlink Wi-Fi as Status Match Offer Targets Delta Fliers
United is marketing its Starlink rollout as a competitive weapon while Delta faces online pushback for not adopting the service.
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Louis Vuitton Debuts Keith Haring-Inspired Artycapucines Bag Collection at Art Basel Paris
Thirteen designs debut at the brand's Art Basel Paris booth, with a broader Haring-inspired line to follow later this year.
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Audemars Piguet Launches First Jewelry Collection With Royal Oak-Inspired Gems
The watchmaker is courting female clients with a line of jewelry pieces that contain no timekeepers.
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Larry Ellison Buys 8 Florida Homes for Household Staff at Nearly $10 Million
The Oracle cofounder purchased the Boynton Beach properties inside a gated community for his staff.
Robb Report · +10 outlets
Larry Ellison, Marriott and Others Push Luxury Travel Growth in Mexico and Beyond
Marriott hit 300 properties in Mexico with 10 more openings planned for 2026 and over 70 hotels in the pipeline.
TravelPulse · +1 outlets
Aman and Remote Lands Reveal Private-Jet Expeditions for 2028
The itineraries span Asia and the Middle East, extending the luxury hotel group's private-aviation travel program.
Robb Report · +3 outlets
Saudi Arabia to Host Red Sea Yacht Show in Jeddah in October 2027
The four-day event is expected to draw 50 superyachts worth over $3 billion and 10,000 visitors to the Jeddah Yacht Club.
indiplomacy.com · +14 outlets
Crystal Unveils 2027 Pre- and Post-Cruise Extensions by Abercrombie & Kent
The luxury line is expanding its land programs as cruise demand stays elevated.
latteluxurynews.com · +7 outlets
Marriott Hits 300 Properties in Mexico With 70 More in the Pipeline
The milestone reflects continued hotel development momentum across Mexican resort and city markets.
Hospitality Net · +1 outlets
Waldorf Astoria and Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya to Convert to All-Inclusive
The Waldorf Astoria property will also become adults-only in January 2027 as Hilton repositions two flagship Mexican resorts.
The Points Guy · +8 outlets
Preferred Hotels Expands Legend Collection as Destination-Led Luxury Demand Grows
The group is broadening its top-tier portfolio amid rising demand for experience-driven luxury stays.
Hospitality Net · +5 outlets
Viking Adds Another New Build on the Nile
The river cruise line continues expanding its Egypt fleet as Nile itineraries gain popularity.
latteluxurynews.com · +12 outlets
Singapore Airlines Enhances In-Flight Dining With New Dishes, Beverages and Serviceware
The carrier is refreshing premium cabin service alongside new seat upgrades.
Breaking Travel News · +1 outlets
British Airways to Unveil Its Biggest First Class Upgrade in Years
The airline is preparing a new luxury first class experience as premium demand holds up.
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