Luxury Insights & News
Expert Articles & Interviews
Jul 29, 2026
Exclusive Interview: People First, Luxury Always with Vanessa FukunagaFor Vanessa Fukunaga, Owner, President & CEO of Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate, and Owner & CEO of Ocean Blue World, luxury is defined by the quality of relationships, not the price of a product. As Ocean Blue Magazine begins its collaboration with the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce as an official media partner, […]
Jul 28, 2026
Exclusive Interview: Achilleas Koukkos on Personalized Luxury Travel in GreeceAchilleas Koukkos, Co-Founder of VILLABEAT, leads a company dedicated to delivering personalized luxury villa experiences across Greece through carefully curated properties and bespoke concierge services. Recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards as the Best Luxury Private Villa Experience in Greece, 2026, VILLABEAT has established a reputation for combining local expertise with high standards of hospitality. In conversation with World Luxury Chamber […]
Jul 22, 2026
Exclusive Interview: Hani T. Gharbawi on Marine HospitalityHani T. Gharbawi, Founder of Nauti Marine Experiences, speaks with the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce about the company’s approach to marine hospitality in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards as Best Luxury Marine Experience in Saudi Arabia, Nauti Marine Experiences offers fully serviced luxury pontoon trips with curated onboard amenities and an […]
WLCC News & Updates
Jul 30, 2026
Webinar Recap: 10 Key Takeaways from Jeffrey Shaw’s Luxury’s New ROI: TransformationLuxury’s New ROI: Transformation was the focus of the latest World Luxury Chamber of Commerce webinar, where internationally renowned business coach and author Jeffrey Shaw explored why the future of luxury lies beyond exceptional products and memorable experiences. As customer expectations continue to rise, Shaw argued that the brands that will stand out are those […]
Jul 30, 2026
Your Story Deserves a Place Among Luxury’s LeadersThe most influential people in luxury don’t just build great brands. They change how the industry works. Through Luxury People Magazine, we give these stories the editorial attention they deserve, featuring interviews worth reading on a platform that reaches the people running global luxury. For our upcoming editions, we’re opening a limited number of featured […]
Jul 28, 2026
The WLCC Monthly Edit: AI, Leadership & Luxury InnovationThe WLCC Monthly Edit: your curated digest of the latest in the world of luxury. Each month, WLCC brings you a handpicked selection of industry news, insights, and stories influencing the future of high-end fashion, design, hospitality, travel, real estate, and beyond. Consider this your insider’s guide to the latest in luxury. Luxury’s Digital Reality Check with […]
Industry Reports
Jul 27, 2026
Men’s Spring/Summer 2027 Fashion Week Report by LuxurynsightThe Men’s Spring/Summer 2027 Fashion Week Report by Luxurynsight points to a season where luxury menswear becomes more relaxed, versatile, and connected to lifestyle. Across the European runways, designers moved away from formal dressing in favour of collections inspired by nature, travel, and a slower pace of life. The report identifies four overarching themes: Life […]
Jul 13, 2026
India’s Next Luxury Frontier Is Not Where the Industry Expects: The Hyderabad ParadoxFor WLCC members evaluating India’s luxury expansion story, the dominant narrative centres on Mumbai and Delhi as established markets and Bengaluru as the logical next step. The data from LC Intelligence‘s inaugural research series suggests a different sequence. Hyderabad is the largest ultra-luxury residential market in South India by value. Its HNI household density, overseas […]
Jun 1, 2026
Luxury 2030: Matter Of Form’s Field Notes on the Future of LuxuryLuxury 2030 by Matter of Form is less a trend report and more a thought-provoking examination of the forces challenging luxury as we approach the next decade. Drawing insights from an unusually diverse group of contributors, including hoteliers, designers, psychologists, collectors, wellness pioneers, strategists, and luxury executives, the report explores a fundamental question: what creates […]
Curated Reads
Jul 24, 2026
The Creative Entrepreneur by Carolyn DaileyAuthor: Carolyn DaileyPublication Date: 2025 Creativity and commercial success are often treated as separate pursuits, yet The Creative Entrepreneur: A Guide to Building a Successful Creative Business from Industry Titans explores how the two can work together. Written by Carolyn Dailey, the book brings together conversations with ten influential figures from the worlds of fashion, […]
Jun 26, 2026
Adding Prestige to Your Portfolio by Drew BoydAuthor: Drew BoydPublication Date: 2021 In Adding Prestige to Your Portfolio, marketing and innovation expert Drew Boyd challenges the common assumption that luxury is reserved for premium brands or expensive products. Instead, he presents luxury as a structured set of principles that can be applied to a wide range of products and services to increase […]
May 22, 2026
Personalized: Customer Strategy in the Age of AI by Mark Abraham & David C. EdelmanAuthors: Mark Abraham, David C. Edelman Publication Date: 2024 Personalized: Customer Strategy in the Age of AI argues that personalization has moved beyond marketing jargon and become a core business requirement. Mark Abraham and David C. Edelman examine why many companies still fail to deliver experiences that feel relevant, useful, and timely, even as consumers […]
Member News
Jul 24, 2026
Haute Retreats: Service as the Signature of LuxuryLuxury hospitality has entered an era where exceptional properties are expected. What distinguishes one experience from another is no longer where guests stay, but how they are cared for throughout the journey. As discerning travelers seek experiences that feel personal, intuitive, and effortless, customer service has become one of the defining measures of luxury itself. […]
Jul 22, 2026
Private Fine Immobilien AG: Defining Luxury Living in TicinoFew places in Europe offer the balance found in Ticino. Switzerland’s southernmost canton combines the stability, infrastructure, and international reputation of Switzerland with the atmosphere and elegance more commonly associated with the Mediterranean. Palm-lined lakeshores, historic towns, panoramic mountain landscapes, and abundant sunshine have made the region one of Europe’s most desirable residential destinations. Bordering […]
Jun 12, 2026
Inside the Ultra-Luxury Charter Market: Retaining UHNW Yacht Clients in an Increasingly Crowded IndustryIn an era where luxury experiences are more accessible, more visible, and more competitive than ever before, the ultra-luxury yacht charter sector faces a unique challenge: how do you continue to delight clients who seemingly have access to everything? The global fleet of charter yachts continues to expand, while online platforms have made yacht listings […]
WLCC Partner News
Jul 27, 2026
City Break: The Soul of Versailles Captured at Relais & Châteaux Les LumièresBy Sabah Kaddouri Adjoining the royal property of Versailles, the most dazzling palace in French history, the Relais & Châteaux Hôtel Les Lumières has made a grand entrance into the world of hospitality. This five-star property serves as the ideal base for exploring the destination like a local, with style and sophistication, naturally. The story […]
Jul 22, 2026
Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 Sets the Course for the New Yachting SeasonEurope’s leading in-water boat show returns to Cannes from 8–13 September with more than 700 yachts, 150 world premieres, and a renewed vision for the future of luxury yachting. The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) is proud to be an official media partner of the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026. Now in its 49th edition, […]
Jul 17, 2026
WLCC Partners with Luxury Travel Advisor’s ULTRA Summit 2026, Produced by QuestexThe World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) announces its partnership with Luxury Travel Advisor’s ULTRA Summit 2026, one of the leading invitation-only events for the luxury travel industry in the Americas, produced by Questex. Taking place from 16–19 September 2026 at AVA Resort Cancun, Mexico, LTA ULTRA Summit brings together owners, executives, and independent luxury […]
In the Press
Alexander Chetchikov: WLCC founder shares the inspiration behind World Luxury Day
Spearheaded by the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC), World Luxury Day is set to become a global celebration of excellence, sustainability and the shared values that drive the luxury industry forward.
TOP Global Luxury Events 2026: The rooms that will define the luxury economy
The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce has unveiled its curated selection of the top global luxury events for 2026, identifying the forums where strategic conversations are expected to define investment priorities, regional outlooks, and cross-sector collaboration in the year ahead.