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World of Hyatt Globalist Benefits: Why It’s Still the Best Elite Tier in Hotels
Globalist is the hardest top-tier hotel status to earn and the only one that consistently delivers on its promises. Suite upgrades you can confirm, waived resort fees and free parking on awards — here is the full picture.
Hilton Diamond Benefits: What You Actually Get and the Fastest Way In
Hilton Diamond is the easiest top-tier hotel status to hold and one of the most inconsistent to use. Here is what the benefits are worth at a Waldorf Astoria versus a Hampton Inn, and the shortcut most members take.
Amex Hotel Collection vs Fine Hotels + Resorts: Which One Should You Book
Amex runs two luxury hotel booking programs with confusingly similar perks. The Hotel Collection is open to more cardholders; Fine Hotels + Resorts pays better. Here's the difference that actually matters.
Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts: What You Actually Get and Whether It’s Worth It
Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts gives Platinum and Centurion cardholders elite-style perks at 1,900+ luxury hotels. Here's every benefit, which cards qualify, and the math on when FHR beats booking direct.
Best Private Island Resorts You Can Actually Book: 8 Whole-Island Rentals for Ultimate Privacy
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Alaska Aurora and Hawaiian Leihōkū: Inside the New Suites, Premium Reserve and Lounges
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines unveil Aurora and Leihōkū: new lie-flat suites with privacy doors, a Premium Reserve premium economy cabin, chef-led menus and major new lounges in Seattle and Honolulu. Here's what's coming, and when.
The Four Seasons Private Jet Experience: Inside the Cabin, the Itineraries and the Cost
A custom Airbus A321neo-LR with 48 flat-bed seats, an executive chef and a physician onboard. What the Four Seasons Private Jet actually costs, how the itineraries work, and who it's really for.
Etihad vs Emirates: Which Gulf Carrier Is Actually Better
Emirates has the bigger network, the onboard bar and the shower suites. Etihad has the better business class seat and a calmer hub. A cabin-by-cabin comparison of the two UAE flag carriers.
Is Premium Economy Worth It? The Honest Math, Airline by Airline
Premium economy costs two to three times economy and delivers roughly a third of business class. Here's what you actually get on Emirates, Singapore, Cathay and the US carriers — and the flight lengths where it stops making sense.
Best Luxury River Cruise Lines 2026: Uniworld, Scenic, AmaWaterways & Tauck Compared
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The Fifty: 11 American Cities, Exactly 50 Picks Each — The Curated City Guide Worth Bookmarking
Exactly 50 picks per city, no chains, no filler: The Fifty takes a hard-capped editorial approach to 11 U.S. cities, from Austin's boutique hotels to Las Vegas beyond the Strip.
How Much Does a Luxury Safari Cost in 2026? Real Pricing by Country, Camp, and Trip Length
A luxury safari in 2026 runs $1,200–$4,500 per person per night at the top African camps. Here's what actually drives the price — country, season, private conservancy fees, air transfers — with real numbers from Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, and South Africa.
Best Luxury Cruise Packages (2026): Top 10 All-Inclusive Voyages by Line and Itinerary
From Regent Seven Seas' all-included luxury to Silversea's expedition voyages and Explora's new flagship, these are the 10 best luxury cruise packages for 2026 — what's included, where they sail, and what they cost per night.
Best Honeymoon All-Inclusive Resorts: Top 10 Adults-Only Luxury Stays
From Sandals Royal Curaçao to Excellence Playa Mujeres and Necker Island, these are the 10 best honeymoon all-inclusive resorts for 2026 — adults-only, ocean-view, and built for newlyweds.
Luxury Tanzania Safari: The Ultimate Guide to Lodges, Parks & Costs
Plan an unforgettable luxury Tanzania safari in 2026 — the best parks and lodges, when to see the Great Migration, what a high-end safari really costs, and how to combine the Serengeti with Zanzibar.
Chase Sapphire Lounge Is Coming to Seattle: First Look at the $70 Million Sea-Tac Lounge
A 16,000-square-foot Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club is planned for Sea-Tac's Concourse A. Here are the first renderings, planned amenities, access rules, and what we know about the timeline.
Palace Hotels Paris: The Complete Guide to France’s Elite “Palace” Designation
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Best Luxury Hotels in New York City: 12 Five-Star Stays from Aman to The Mark
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Best Luxury Hotels in New York City: 12 Five-Star Stays from Aman to The Mark
Disclosure: LUXGetaway is reader-supported. We may earn a commission...
Kenya vs Tanzania Safari: Which Is Better for Luxury Travelers
Kenya and Tanzania are the two great luxury safari...
Latest Guides
World of Hyatt Globalist Benefits: Why It’s Still the Best Elite Tier in Hotels
Globalist is the hardest top-tier hotel status to earn and the only one that consistently delivers on its promises. Suite upgrades you can confirm, waived resort fees and free parking on awards — here is the full picture.
Hilton Diamond Benefits: What You Actually Get and the Fastest Way In
Hilton Diamond is the easiest top-tier hotel status to hold and one of the most inconsistent to use. Here is what the benefits are worth at a Waldorf Astoria versus a Hampton Inn, and the shortcut most members take.
Amex Hotel Collection vs Fine Hotels + Resorts: Which One Should You Book
Amex runs two luxury hotel booking programs with confusingly similar perks. The Hotel Collection is open to more cardholders; Fine Hotels + Resorts pays better. Here's the difference that actually matters.
Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts: What You Actually Get and Whether It’s Worth It
Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts gives Platinum and Centurion cardholders elite-style perks at 1,900+ luxury hotels. Here's every benefit, which cards qualify, and the math on when FHR beats booking direct.
Best Private Island Resorts You Can Actually Book: 8 Whole-Island Rentals for Ultimate Privacy
Disclosure: LUXGetaway is reader-supported. We may earn a commission...
Alaska Aurora and Hawaiian Leihōkū: Inside the New Suites, Premium Reserve and Lounges
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines unveil Aurora and Leihōkū: new lie-flat suites with privacy doors, a Premium Reserve premium economy cabin, chef-led menus and major new lounges in Seattle and Honolulu. Here's what's coming, and when.
The Four Seasons Private Jet Experience: Inside the Cabin, the Itineraries and the Cost
A custom Airbus A321neo-LR with 48 flat-bed seats, an executive chef and a physician onboard. What the Four Seasons Private Jet actually costs, how the itineraries work, and who it's really for.
Etihad vs Emirates: Which Gulf Carrier Is Actually Better
Emirates has the bigger network, the onboard bar and the shower suites. Etihad has the better business class seat and a calmer hub. A cabin-by-cabin comparison of the two UAE flag carriers.
Is Premium Economy Worth It? The Honest Math, Airline by Airline
Premium economy costs two to three times economy and delivers roughly a third of business class. Here's what you actually get on Emirates, Singapore, Cathay and the US carriers — and the flight lengths where it stops making sense.
Best Luxury River Cruise Lines 2026: Uniworld, Scenic, AmaWaterways & Tauck Compared
Disclosure: LUXGetaway is reader-supported. We may earn a commission...
The Fifty: 11 American Cities, Exactly 50 Picks Each — The Curated City Guide Worth Bookmarking
Exactly 50 picks per city, no chains, no filler: The Fifty takes a hard-capped editorial approach to 11 U.S. cities, from Austin's boutique hotels to Las Vegas beyond the Strip.
How Much Does a Luxury Safari Cost in 2026? Real Pricing by Country, Camp, and Trip Length
A luxury safari in 2026 runs $1,200–$4,500 per person per night at the top African camps. Here's what actually drives the price — country, season, private conservancy fees, air transfers — with real numbers from Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, and South Africa.
Best Luxury Cruise Packages (2026): Top 10 All-Inclusive Voyages by Line and Itinerary
From Regent Seven Seas' all-included luxury to Silversea's expedition voyages and Explora's new flagship, these are the 10 best luxury cruise packages for 2026 — what's included, where they sail, and what they cost per night.
Best Honeymoon All-Inclusive Resorts: Top 10 Adults-Only Luxury Stays
From Sandals Royal Curaçao to Excellence Playa Mujeres and Necker Island, these are the 10 best honeymoon all-inclusive resorts for 2026 — adults-only, ocean-view, and built for newlyweds.
Luxury Tanzania Safari: The Ultimate Guide to Lodges, Parks & Costs
Plan an unforgettable luxury Tanzania safari in 2026 — the best parks and lodges, when to see the Great Migration, what a high-end safari really costs, and how to combine the Serengeti with Zanzibar.
Chase Sapphire Lounge Is Coming to Seattle: First Look at the $70 Million Sea-Tac Lounge
A 16,000-square-foot Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club is planned for Sea-Tac's Concourse A. Here are the first renderings, planned amenities, access rules, and what we know about the timeline.
Palace Hotels Paris: The Complete Guide to France’s Elite “Palace” Designation
Disclosure: LUXGetaway is reader-supported. We may earn a commission...
Best Luxury Hotels in New York City: 12 Five-Star Stays from Aman to The Mark
Disclosure: LUXGetaway is reader-supported. We may earn a commission...
Best Luxury Hotels in New York City: 12 Five-Star Stays from Aman to The Mark
Disclosure: LUXGetaway is reader-supported. We may earn a commission...
Kenya vs Tanzania Safari: Which Is Better for Luxury Travelers
Kenya and Tanzania are the two great luxury safari...
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Alaska Aurora and Hawaiian Leihōkū: Inside the New Suites, Premium Reserve and Lounges
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines unveil Aurora and Leihōkū: new lie-flat suites with privacy doors, a Premium Reserve premium economy cabin, chef-led menus and major new lounges in Seattle and Honolulu. Here's what's coming, and when.
Capital One Venture X vs Amex Platinum: Is Half the Fee Enough?
Venture X costs roughly $395 a year against the Platinum's $895, and returns most of it automatically. Amex still owns luxury hotels and lounge breadth. Which gap actually matters to you?
World of Hyatt Globalist Benefits: Why It’s Still the Best Elite Tier in Hotels
Globalist is the hardest top-tier hotel status to earn and the only one that consistently delivers on its promises. Suite upgrades you can confirm, waived resort fees and free parking on awards — here is the full picture.
Amex Platinum vs Chase Sapphire Reserve: Which Premium Card Actually Wins
Two cards, roughly $800 a year each, and two completely different philosophies. Amex Platinum buys you access; Chase Sapphire Reserve buys you flexibility. Here is how to tell which one fits your travel.
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