Archive snapshot · Luxe
Sun, Oct 25, 8:02 PM ET
France's luxury stores board up windows ahead of fresh protests
Luxury retailers in France are taking protective measures as renewed demonstrations approach, underscoring the security costs now routine for high-end shopping
Reuters · +14 outlets
Southwest to open 11 airport lounges starting in 2027
The move marks a break from Southwest's long-standing no-frills model as US carriers compete on premium ground experience.
The Points Guy · +14 outlets
Princess Cruises expands Sanctuary Collection to five more ships, starting with Royal Princess in Sydney
The ship-within-a-ship premium tier is being rolled out across the fleet as cruise lines chase higher-margin suite and amenities revenue.
Karryon · +14 outlets
Robb Report: AI's rise makes human interaction the ultimate luxury good for the elite
Luxury buyers are increasingly paying for personal, friction-filled service as automation spreads through everyday commerce.
Robb Report · +1 outlets
Emirates eyes Denver, Detroit and Philadelphia routes as more efficient jets arrive
New long-haul aircraft are widening the set of US cities that can support Gulf carrier service.
The Points Guy
Citi adds $200 in annual inKind dining credits to premium American Airlines Executive card
Issuers keep layering lifestyle perks onto premium travel cards as competition for high-spend customers intensifies.
The Points Guy · +4 outlets
British Airways to 'balance' US growth as rivals add new transatlantic routes
BA aims to hold its position as the largest European carrier in the US market amid expanding competition.
The Points Guy · +1 outlets
Bentley's limited-edition Supersports assessed in first drive at Laguna Seca
The launch extends Bentley's push into high-performance, low-volume models aimed at collectors.
Robb Report · +9 outlets
British Airways raises tier points required and cuts bonus in loyalty revamp
The changes make status harder to earn, a shift frequent flyers often resist even as airlines tighten program economics.
Turning Left For Less - · +10 outlets
Siam Piwat credited as a driver of Thailand's luxury retail momentum
Thai mall operators are courting global luxury brands as Southeast Asia's high-spend consumer base grows.
WWD · +1 outlets
'Business class' train with private sleeping pods to link two major European cities
Premium overnight rail keeps expanding as travelers seek alternatives to short-haul flights.
AOL.co.uk · +8 outlets
Singapore Airlines wins three global awards for service and cabin experience
The recognition reinforces Singapore Airlines' positioning at the top of premium long-haul service rankings.
The Bangladesh Monitor · +13 outlets
Emirates takes top honors across three cabin classes in airline awards
The sweep supports Emirates' premium-heavy fleet strategy as Gulf carriers expand US and long-haul service.
The Bangladesh Monitor · +10 outlets
All-premium carriers beOnd, Magnifica and others reshape luxury airline niche
Business-class-only startups are testing whether slim, premium-focused fleets can sustain routes outside major hubs.
Aerospace Global News
15th-century Florence palazzo converted into six full-service luxury apartments
The La Reserve Firenze opening reflects continued appetite for branded, serviced residences in Italian cities.
Robb Report · +11 outlets
Cathay Pacific named best airline lounge provider in Asia-Pacific
Lounge quality remains a key battleground for premium cabin and elite-status travelers in the region.
The Bangladesh Monitor · +14 outlets
Swiss watch retailer TimeVallée enters Kenya in East Africa expansion
Luxury watch distribution is extending into African markets as brands look beyond mature regions for growth.
Mpasho · +1 outlets
Siam-style wine bets: some investors keep buying into Napa as the industry retracts
Selective investment continues in Napa Valley even as broader wine demand softens.
Robb Report

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