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The White Lotus will be filming its fourth season at the Château de la Messardière in Saint-Tropez, France, serving as a luxury hotel setting for the series, with production beginning in spring and featuring new cast members.
The White Lotus Season 4 will be filmed at the Château de la Messardière, a luxury hotel in Saint-Tropez, with filming scheduled from April to October, featuring multiple locations along the French Riviera and possibly the Cannes Film Festival, with new cast members including Alexander Ludwig and AJ Michalka.
Rosewood Hotels is opening a new luxury ski-in, ski-out hotel in Courchevel 1850, France, featuring 51 rooms, stylish 1960s-inspired interiors, modern art installations, and exclusive ski experiences, with prices starting at $2,650 per night.
Six Vietnamese and American guests were found dead in a luxury Bangkok hotel, with initial autopsies revealing cyanide poisoning. The victims, aged 37 to 56, were discovered by a maid when they failed to check out. Police found traces of cyanide in their teacups and blood, and suspect a dispute over a joint investment in a hospital project in Japan. The FBI is involved in the investigation, and authorities have ruled out mass suicide.
Six people, including two US citizens, were found dead in a luxury hotel in Bangkok, likely from cyanide poisoning linked to a dispute over bad investments. Thai police believe one of the deceased poisoned the others, with evidence of cyanide found in tea and coffee cups. The incident is suspected to be a personal matter rather than organized crime.
Six people, including two Vietnamese Americans and four Vietnamese nationals, were found dead in a luxury hotel in Bangkok, possibly due to poisoning. The bodies, discovered by a maid, showed no signs of struggle and were found with uneaten food and consumed drinks. Police are investigating and searching for a seventh person linked to the booking.
Six people, including three women and three men, were found dead in a luxury hotel suite at the Grand Hyatt Erawan in Bangkok, in a suspected poisoning case. The deceased were Vietnamese, with two holding American citizenship. The room was locked from the inside, and police found some kind of powder in a cup. Authorities are investigating the cause of death and searching for a seventh individual who was part of the group. The incident has prompted the Thai prime minister to order a swift investigation to mitigate any negative impact on tourism.
The Tokyo Edition, Ginza, the first five-star hotel in the area, has become a hotspot for the city's cool crowd. Designed by Kengo Kuma and Associates, the hotel's chic, boutique-style exterior blends in with the upscale surroundings, offering a street-level connection to the famed shopping street, Chuo-dori. With minimalist, stylish rooms, a modern brasserie, three bars, and a rooftop natural wine bar, the hotel caters to a cultured crowd. Its prime location in the heart of Ginza provides easy access to high-end shops, global flagships, and the vibrant restaurant scene, making it a top choice for luxury travelers.
Showtime's limited series "A Gentleman in Moscow," based on Amor Towles' novel, follows Count Alexander Rostov, a Russian aristocrat sentenced to lifetime house arrest in a luxury hotel after the Revolution. The series balances whimsy and tragedy as Rostov navigates his unique circumstances, forming relationships with other hotel residents and staff. While effective in showcasing the Count's confinement, the show's focus on Russia itself feels less realized. Overall, the series offers a mix of humor, sadness, and charm, making it a likable new destination for television viewers.
Dave Portnoy criticized the EDITION Tampa hotel for its $5,000 per night suite, calling it the worst in terms of value and suggesting the hotel's revenue manager should be jailed. While some argue that Portnoy's frustration is unjustified given the suite's premium features, others agree that luxury travel lacks value in today's market due to increased demand and inflated rates.
Britney Spears' representative denies reports of her being banned from a luxury hotel after allegedly upsetting guests with topless poolside antics. Spears recently shared videos of herself in a gold dress, expressing her love for making people feel uncomfortable. She also refuted claims of working on a new album, stating that she now prefers ghostwriting for other artists and has written over 20 songs for them in the past two years.
The Ritz-Carlton, Portland, a new luxury hotel in downtown Portland, offers spacious rooms, a Pacific Northwest-inspired restaurant, and top-notch amenities including a gym and pool with city views. The hotel's decor combines Ritz-Carlton elegance with local touches, and its location provides easy access to the city's attractions. Rates start at $473 or 73,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night, and the hotel is accessible and offers various dining options.
A woman on TikTok claimed she accidentally ordered a £1,890 cocktail in London, which contained Cristal champagne, 30-year-old cognac, and gold leaf. She misread the menu and thought the cocktail was priced at £18.90. Despite doubts about the story's authenticity, the woman stressed about paying for the drink, which she didn't enjoy, and later encountered the bar manager who joked about the incident. Food and drink critic David Ellis highlighted discrepancies in the story and was unable to verify its details, casting doubt on the entire incident.
Southeast Asia's first luxury resort hotel made from retired buses, called The Bus Collective, has opened in Singapore. The hotel, located in Changi Village, has renovated 20 decommissioned public buses into 20 luxury rooms, each with different amenities. The rooms start at SG$398 ($296) per night and can accommodate three to four guests. The project aims to showcase sustainable luxury and eco-conscious practices in construction and hospitality. The Bus Collective plans to expand in the future within the Asia Pacific region.
Passalacqua, a family-owned luxury hotel on Lake Como, has been named the "best hotel in the world" at the inaugural World's 50 Best Hotels awards. The hotel, built by a pope and frequented by famous figures like Napoleon Bonaparte and Winston Churchill, offers a unique experience that combines amazement, history, and a sense of family. With its meticulously restored 18th-century mansion, stunning gardens, and hidden underground tunnels, Passalacqua transports guests to another time and place. The hotel also offers local experiences, a culinary program, and a tranquil setting that embodies the Italian concept of villeggiatura. However, luxury comes at a price, with room rates starting at €1,300 per night.