Hospitality as Horizon In Asia, the luxury hotel is more than a place to sleep—it is a stage for power, society, and memory. The past two years have seen an extraordinary wave of new openings, each vying to redefine what exclusivity looks like for a region where discerning travelers are no longer impressed by marble lobbies alone. Today, to open a hotel at the top end of the market is to set a cultural marker, one that speaks not only to global visitors but also to Asia’s own

Heritage Sports, Modern Signals In Asia’s circles of wealth, polo fields and regatta waters are more than arenas of sport. They are...

Wellness as the New Luxury For decades, Asia’s elite measured their status by the tangible—yachts in Phuket, private jets in Hong Kong, villas in Bali. But increasingly, the new currency of influence is intangible: vitality, longevity, and balance. Wellness has moved from the sidelines of luxury into its very center, and two names stand out in defining that shift—Chiva-Som and COMO. These destinations are not spas in the traditional sense. They are ecosystems of health, where

Across Asia, wine appreciation has matured into a cultural force, moving beyond private cellars into selective circles where vintages and values meet. In cities such as Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, and Shanghai, private wine societies and exclusive tasting rooms bring together collectors, entrepreneurs, and connoisseurs—not only to enjoy great bottles, but to cultivate trust, knowledge, and community. James Suckling Wine Central Restaurant, Hong Kong From Tastings to Trust