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To those who seek life’s finer pleasures,

In this issue, France takes the crown as 2025’s ultimate luxury destination, overtaking Italy with record-breaking demand for its five-star hotels, Michelin-starred dining, and world-class culture.

From the Riviera to the heart of Paris, the French are redefining indulgence for those who expect nothing but the best.

📰 Upcoming in this issue

• ✨ The Craigellachie Hotel: Speyside’s Whisky Haven

• 🌍 France Reclaims Luxury Travel Crown in 2025

• ✨ Tiffany & Co. Debuts ‘A Legendary Legacy’ Exhibition in Bangkok

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✨ The Craigellachie Hotel: Speyside’s Whisky Haven

Tucked in the heart of Scotland’s whisky country, this historic Victorian estate has been elevated into a luxurious retreat—offering whisky connoisseurs and travelers a warm, refined escape just steps from Speyside’s distilleries.

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Key Takeaways:

• 🏰 Whisky Heritage & Grandeur: Often called the world’s oldest and greatest whisky hotel, Craigellachie fuses its 18th-century charm with elevated comfort in the heart of Speyside.

• 🥃 Legendary Quaich Bar: With walls lined by hundreds of whiskies, the Quaich Bar serves as both a storied social hub and a destination in its own right.

• 🌄 Picturesque Highland Setting: Overlooking the River Spey and framed by the iconic Craigellachie Bridge, the hotel offers immersive access to scenic walks and distillery tours.

• 🍽 Refined Hospitality & Local Flavor: The property balances thoughtful interiors, locally sourced dining, and storytelling service to deliver an authentic Speyside experience.

🌍 France Reclaims Luxury Travel Crown in 2025

France has surged ahead to become the top destination for luxury hotel bookings this year—marked by a 64% spike in high-end stays across Paris, Nice, and Marseille, overtaking Italy for the first time since 2019.

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Key Takeaways:

• 🛏️ Luxury Bookings Skyrocket: France saw a 64% year-over-year jump in bookings for top-tier hotels, signaling an impressive rebound in upscale travel demand.

• 🏙️ French Cities Shine: Paris led with 2,710 booked nights, followed by Nice and Marseille—underscoring the appeal of both urban sophistication and coastal elegance.

• 🏰 Paris + Riviera’s Winning Combo: A unique blend of city glamour, seaside leisure, and countryside charm is fueling France’s rise in luxury rankings.

• ⭐ Palace-Level Prestige: Hotels under France’s elite “Palace” designation—such as Le Bristol and Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc—remain in high demand among affluent travelers.

✨ Tiffany & Co. Debuts ‘A Legendary Legacy’ Exhibition in Bangkok

Tiffany & Co. brings the visionary designs of Jean Schlumberger to Thailand for the first time—featuring iconic archive pieces and a stunning Tiffany Diamond setting, all on public display in Bangkok this August.

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Key Takeaways:

• 💎 Bangkok Gets Its First Tiffany Exhibit: "A Legendary Legacy" marks the House’s debut exhibition in Thailand, spotlighting the creative genius of Jean Schlumberger.

• 🐘 Iconic Designs on Display: Highlights include Schlumberger’s renowned Elephant brooch, 1941's Trophée de Vaillance clip, and Hedges and Flowers necklace—all reimagined from The Tiffany Archives.

• 🌟 Tiffany Diamond Finale: The exhibition culminates with the opulent 128.54-carat Tiffany Diamond set in a design inspired by Schlumberger’s legendary Bird on a Rock brooch.

• 🆓 Accessible Luxury: Running from August 21 to September 7 at One Bangkok Tower 4, the exhibit is open to the public—with free admission starting August 29.

One last thing

Luxury travel trends reveal where the most discerning guests are choosing to spend their time—and money.

Staying ahead of these shifts means securing the most coveted experiences before everyone else does.

Catherine Beaumont
Editor-in-Chief
Boston, Massachusetts
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