Celebrity Life

As the interior designer and associate of Gensler, Florent Duperrin, prepares to take his place on the judging panel of the European Hospitality Awards 2017, we find out about the part he has played in high profile projects in London and the Middle East, his design philosophy and the key to successful hotel design. What... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill As the CEO of the soon to be unveiled newly-renovated Adare Manor in Count Limerick, Ireland, the attention is undoubtedly on the work of Colm Hannon. But this isn’t the first time he’s been at the heart of a place that’s thrown into the spotlight, having also been the CEO of... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. From working at McDonald’s to establishing a globally respected brand, the founder and owner of Nikki Beach Worldwide shares his business ethos and explains how facing adversity has changed his life. Adversity, hardship,misfortune and difficulty — I stepped into it all at birth. As... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill As we launch the Elite Collection, Top 100 Suites 2017, we speak to Fiona Thompson, principal of hospitality design consultancy Richmond International. Having designed the interiors of five star hotels such as The Langham in London and Chicago, and a number of Four Seasons properties, the interiors specialist is a verifiable... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill As the global brand officer of Marriott International, Tina Edmundson works with 30 of the group’s diverse hotel brands, including Ritz Carlton, The Luxury Collection and W Hotels Worldwide, playing an integral role in their development and sustainability. In an interview with Elite Traveler, Edmundson gives an insight into the evolution... View Article

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Luxury travel has come so far, but sometimes authentic and decadent heritage is just the thing you are after. This family-run luxury travel company offers five star hotels and resorts with strong historical elements. You can even stay in one of the oldest castles in the world.  We spoke to Howard Hastings, the CEO of... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill Ahead of the European Hospitality Awards 2017, we speak to one of the judging panel’s participating experts, chairman of the global hospitality consultancy HVS Russell Kett, to find out what makes a luxury hotel stand out and how people’s expectations in luxury travel are changing. What experience can you bring to the table... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the May/June 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. A true visionary in the watch world, a sought-after speaker on global economic and business conference circuits, and the leader of three top Swiss watch brands, Jean-Claude Biver tirelessly pursues—and regularly achieves success,writes Roberta Naas. At 68 years old, Jean-Claude Biver has built... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill Founder of Inkaterra José Koechlin has been on an extraordinary journey in his efforts to establish ecotourism in Peru. We talk to the conservationist, filmmaker and entrepreneur about his first impressions of the Peruvian wilderness as a child and the difference Inkaterra has now made, as well as what guests can... View Article

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By Emily Wadsworth Linda Pinto has been crafting beautiful designs since she was a teenager; it’s in her blood. Her brother, Alberto Pinto, was one of the most successful and world-renowned interior designers of all time. Known for his eclectic yet refined opulent style, Alberto founded his company, Alberto Pinto Interior Design, back in the... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill Since becoming CEO and president of Krug Champagne, Venezuela-born trailblazer Margareth Henriquez has made her mark on the luxury brand by introducing technology and innovations which fully embrace the champagne house’s heritage and wealth of stories. By following in the footsteps of the founder Joseph Krug, Henriquez has succeeded in placing emphasis on... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill Director of operations for Dorchester Collection’s contemporary Mayfair hotel, 45 Park Lane, Emily Freeman, gives us an insight into what distinguishes this luxury hotel and what we can expect to experience there in the coming months, from art showcases to an exclusive pop-up at CUT at 45 Park Lane by chef... View Article

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