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The latest luxury travel and lifestyle news, trends and stories

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The New Luxury Threshold: Why the journey into the hotel is becoming part of the escape
Discover how the world's most luxurious hotels are transforming transfers into unforgettable experiences.
Jul 153 min read


From Padel in the Maldives to Paragliding in Courchevel: The Best ‘Playcations’ for Summer 2026
‘Playcations’ have been identified as a key summer 2026 travel trend, with travellers increasingly planning holidays around hobbies and activities rather than simply choosing a destination. From Alpine golf and wild swimming to wildlife education and culinary discovery, Dovetail’s clients offer a range of activity-led escapes where the experience becomes the focus of the trip. Golf in the Alps For golfers, the Swiss Alps provide a striking alternative to the traditional resor
Jul 23 min read


Sandringham Private Game Reserve of Sabi Sabi Collection Opens Summer 2026
In one of the most significant wilderness restoration projects undertaken in South Africa's Greater Kruger region in recent years, Sabi Sabi Collection will open Sandringham Private Game Reserve in August 2026, transforming a former hunting reserve into a thriving conservation landscape and luxury safari destination.
Jul 23 min read


La Dolce Vita, Reimagined Through a Slower Lens
For UK travellers seeking a more considered style of travel without sacrificing variety, Palazzo Ripetta, Borgo Antichi Orti Assisi and Torre Sponda present an itinerary that captures Italy’s city, countryside and coastline through a seamless combination of rail and road.
May 132 min read


GEO, AI Visibility and the Future of Brand Discovery
Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO) is quickly becoming one of the most-talked-about developments in marketing and communications. At its core, GEO is the practice of structuring content so that AI-driven search engines such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews and Perplexity can easily understand, reference and recommend a brand in their responses.
May 132 min read


The Women Behind the Experience: Celebrating International Women’s Day Across Hospitality
International Women’s Day is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the achievements of women globally – this year’s theme is #GiveToGain – a campaign that emphasises the power of support and reciprocity.
Mar 83 min read


Hotels Run by Families, Not Brands
As luxury travel evolves, a growing number of travellers are looking to family-owned properties for more meaningful travel: authenticity, personal connection and a genuine sense of place.
Feb 233 min read


Suite Dreams: Where to stay in on this Valentine's Day
This Valentine’s Day, romance shifts inward. Less about table reservations and planned itineraries, more about space, privacy and the rare luxury of unstructured time. Across cities, coastlines and wilderness, we are spotlighting suites designed not for what lies beyond their doors, but for how they reward staying in.
Jan 82 min read
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