News tagged luxury hotels

Wellness Goes Global: Marriott’s Big Leap with Lefay Shakes Up Luxury Travel

In March 2026, Marriott International announced a partnership with Lefay, a renowned luxury wellness brand. This bold move signals a likely shakeup in the travel world, with more wellness-focused stays and perks just over the horizon for travelers, but also a few things to watch out for.

April 1, 2026

Why Paris Luxury Hotels Didn't Pack Out Before the 2024 Olympics

In the lead-up to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, expectations were sky-high for Paris’s luxury hotels. But rather than a mad dash for reservations, many plush Parisian pads found themselves with more empty suites than anticipated. Why? Affluent travelers changed course, heading to quieter spots like the French Riviera and London instead. Here’s a quick look at the upsides and downsides—and what it means for future travel to Paris.

July 10, 2025