Luxury Insights & News

Mahe Haroutinian, General Manager of Karma Resort, joins the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, for a conversation on boutique hospitality, personalized guest experiences, and leadership in luxury tourism. Recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards as the Best Luxury Beachfront Boutique Hotel in Thailand for 2026, Karma Resort reflects a boutique philosophy centered on thoughtful service, refined accommodations, and meaningful guest connections. […]

Professor Dr. Carlos Van Mieghem is the founder and director of Sana Medical®, a Belgium-based concierge medicine practice dedicated to delivering highly personalized, physician-led healthcare. An internationally respected cardiologist, researcher, and lifestyle medicine advocate, he combines decades of expertise in interventional cardiology, cardiac imaging, intensive care medicine, and preventive healthcare. His work is driven by […]

Bassam Ammar, General Manager of Conrad Jabal Omar Makkah, in Conversation with the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, for a conversation following the hotel’s recognition by Luxury Lifestyle Awards as Best Luxury Family Hotel in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The discussion explores leadership, guest experience, and the maintenance of consistent hospitality standards in one of the […]

What does luxury mean today? That was the question at the heart of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce’s latest webinar, where luxury wellness consultant Hayley Hines shared why guest expectations are changing and what hospitality brands can do to keep up. One of the biggest takeaways was that luxury is becoming less about what […]

The latest WLCC Leadership Lounge brought together luxury leaders from across the world for an insightful conversation, meaningful introductions, and new opportunities for collaboration.  At the heart of the session was a fireside conversation with Dr. Sheetal Jain, Founder & CEO of Luxe Analytics and an expert on the Indian luxury market. The discussion explored Winning India: Understanding the […]

Luxury’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 […]

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) expectations are no longer limited to corporate reporting. They are increasingly influencing how luxury products are designed, sourced, manufactured, marketed and financed. The fourth edition of the ESG Policy Guide, produced by Positive Luxury in collaboration with Baker McKenzie, examines the regulatory developments that luxury businesses should be monitoring across […]

The 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 […]

For 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 […]

Author: 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, […]

Author: 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 […]

Authors: 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 […]

Airport Passes – Meet & Greet Services has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce as a Professional Member, reinforcing its position within a global network of luxury industry leaders committed to collaboration, strategic dialogue, and the continued advancement of excellence across the luxury sector. The membership reflects the company’s role in delivering premium airport […]

Malena Esencia & Estilo has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, a global network that brings together luxury leaders and brands to foster strategic collaboration, insight exchange, and industry advancement. Based in Spain, Malena Esencia & Estilo specializes in Luxury Presence Strategy, Executive Presence, and Luxury Brand Experience. Founded by Malena Perez García, Founder […]

Luxury 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. […]

By 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 […]

Europe’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, […]

The 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 […]