At Shangri-La Paris, Christmas arrives in lavish couture style. The iconic lobby tree is crowned with an oversized velvet bow, while the lounges bloom with sculptural red-bow installations and ornate gift boxes. Rich textures, Parisian grandeur and warm golden light create one of the city’s most striking festive scenes — opulent, modern and unmistakably Shangri-La. [...]
The holiday season has a unique ability to slow down life and add coziness to even the most mundane moments. Christmas is shaped by little, almost silent pleasures—tiny rituals that elevate a typical winter day into something significant—beyond the festivities, gifts, and get-togethers. These are the small things that uplift our spirits, provide solace, and [...]
Every holiday season needs one streaming movie with a truly insane premise, and this seems to be the one for 2025. In desperate need of a job — and to give her daughter half-priced snowboarding lessons — a single mother (Alexandra Breckenridge) pulls a She’s the Man, disguising herself as a jolly fat guy to land [...]
This season, Riggs Washington DC unveils Golden Origins, a luminous holiday collaboration with Dutch couture designer David Laport. Inspired by gold—a material born in the heart of stars and a nod to Riggs’ legacy as the “Bank of Presidents”—Laport creates a sculptural tree that rises beneath the hotel’s soaring lobby ceiling. The installation glows with pleated forms [...]
From Paris and London to Geneva and beyond, discover the most exciting festive hotel news for 2025 — designer trees, winter chalets, tea rituals and gondola dinners curated by The Hotel Trotter Every December, the world’s great hotels turn the holiday season into an artform — part theatre, part tradition, always pure enchantment. From Parisian [...]
Experience a magical holiday season in Athens with luxurious dome dining, festive gourmet menus, breathtaking views, and unforgettable celebrations under the starry sky The festive season is upon us, and there’s no better place to immerse yourself in holiday magic than at the iconic St. George Lycabettus Lifestyle Hotel in Athens. With unparalleled views of the city’s [...]
Discover festive luxury at Hotel de Russie in Rome, featuring a stunning Dolce & Gabbana-designed Christmas tree When it comes to luxurious holiday celebrations, few settings rival the enchanting atmosphere of Hotel de Russie, a Rocco Forte hotel in the heart of Rome. This year, the iconic property has elevated its festive experience with the unveiling of its [...]
The holiday season shines brighter at Baccarat Hotel New York, where custom-designed Baccarat crystal chandeliers radiate a mesmerizing glow and signature red roses add timeless elegance A Thoughtfully Curated Seasonal Escape Baccarat Hotel New York brings a refined sense of holiday charm to Midtown Manhattan. This season, Winston Flowers crafts striking festive arrangements that balance opulence with [...]
Luxury hotels worldwide are unveiling stunning Christmas tree designs for 2024, blending festive cheer with artistic expression. Here are some standout creations: 1. The Connaught Hotel, London This year, the Connaught continues its tradition of collaborating with renowned designers to create a bespoke Christmas tree. Expect an elegant blend of modern art and timeless holiday [...]
Conservatorium Hotel and Cartier present a holiday collaboration in Amsterdam with a 4.5-metre Cartier Christmas tree, fine dining, spa indulgence, and personalized shopping experiences This holiday season, the Conservatorium Hotel in Amsterdam has announced a remarkable partnership with the iconic jewellery and watchmaking house, Cartier. From 23rd November 2024 to 6th January 2025, this collaboration [...]
