Stories to Inspire

Every destination inspires a thousand stories, each tied to indigenous experiences that make each locale distinctive. Here are a few that inspire us.

Inside the Collection

Explore a series of captivating hotel stories, destinations and cultures.

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150 Years Later, The Imperial Torte’s Legacy Endures

Dive into the story behind Vienna’s most exquisite edible souvenir

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Clara Diez on Travel and Cheese

Meet Clara Diez, founder of world-renowned, Madrid-based cheese shop, Formaje.

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The Art of Arabian Horsemanship

Meet Hussein Ali Al Marzooqi’s, the trainer practicing authentic Bedouin horsemanship at at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi.

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Meet Laila Gohar

“Dive into the eccentric, elegant world of our newest Global Explorer” 

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Paging Mr. Moser

Meet Michael Moser, Chief Historian at Hotel Imperial, Vienna, who inspired Wes Anderson’s “Mr. Mosher” in Grand Budapest Hotel. 

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TASTEMAKERS

Clara Diez

As the founder of the world-renowned, Madrid-based cheese shop Formaje, Clara Diez finds passion and purpose in conveying the bigger stories of her culinary fascination.


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Shiona Turini

Explore The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale with fashion consultant, stylist and costume designer to the stars, Shiona Turini.
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Calvin Royal III

In an intimate discussion, Principal Ballet Dancer Calvin Royal III speaks to travel and how it instills in him a sense of balance, a limitless bank of knowledge, and stillness in tandem with excitement.
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Hotel Secrets: Prince Gallery, Tokyo, Japan

Soaring 36 stories above the city, The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho is a sophisticated respite in the neighborhood of Kioicho, known for its lush greenery and a thriving restaurant scene. The hotel is designed to be a serene, calm, oasis in one of the busiest cities in the world.
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Kyoto

The former imperial capital will entrance even the most seasoned traveler in sensory overload with charming cherry blossoms, Kaiseki cuisine, and ancient teahouses.
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Okinawa

The Okinawa Islands provide truly distinctive travel experiences of coalesced beauty.
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Tokyo

A city where experiences await you around every corner, Tokyo is home to some of the world’s finest dining and international art.
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Discover & Explore

The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice

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Venice, Italy

Wanderlust is satisfied in the city of Venice, where the vistas are defined by flowing canals, grand piazzas, and contemporary art museums — the cornerstones of local culture.
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Elciego, Spain

Elciego is the gem of Spanish Basque Country — where wine and culture thrive — with an enchanting stone village, centuries-old churches, and the famed La Rioja vineyards.
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Los Angeles, California

The City of Angels is the glittering jewel of the West Coast, where the warm sun kisses the palm trees, and the ocean breeze dances through the streets.
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Sacred Valley, Peru

Peru’s Sacred Valley offers a full mind and body immersion, from the majestic history of Machu Picchu to the sublime views of the Andes Mountains. Plus, it’s home to some of the continent’s best cuisine.
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EDITORIAL ARTICLES

Hotel Secrets: Hotel Augustine, Prague

Hotel Augustine is an unexpected enclave in the heart of the beguiling Czech city, housed within the 700-year old, still-active St. Thomas Monastery.
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Local Knowledge: Cuisines of the Southern USA

The beating heart of the American South is, and always has been, food. From new takes on old classics to home-cooked meals, southern food is thriving at these three epicurean destinations.
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1 City, 3 Ways: San Sebastián, Spain

San Sebastián is a sun-drenched beach town in the Basque Country of Northern Spain; it’s home to Hotel Maria Cristina and the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the world.
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Global Explorers

Source Of Creativity: Mexico with Mercedes Salazar

Jewelry designer Mercedes Salazar explored Los Cabos, Mexico City, and the Yucatán Peninsula to discover its spectacular sights, smells, and palette of the ancient, mystical country to gather inspiration for her capsule collection with The Luxury Collection.
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DESTINATION GUIDE

Paris

Paris: The city of romance and endless adventure. Explore the magic of France’s capital city with bespoke recommendations from our Global Explorer, Laila Gohar. 

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Destination Guide

Paris

Paris: The City of Light, by day and night. From romantic views to hideaway bars to Hotel de Berri and Prince de Galles and all of their artful, intimate splendor, see de Maigret’s guide to her home city.
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Venice

Venice: The Floating City, straight out of a dream. From the iconic Piazza San Marco to the famed Gritti Palace, there are many reasons this Italian city is so deeply revered.
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Athens

Athens: An ancient city with a modern verve. When you’re in Athens, you feel a certain power; the place has something really strong and deep emanating from its history and its people. Uncover de Maigret’s favorite spots in the city, here.
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