Derek Gomez on What Makes The St. Regis Langkawi the Island’s Most Storied Beachfront Sanctuary
General manager Derek Gomez speaks to LUXUO about the impeccable, bespoke services available at The St. Regis Langkawi — from personalised butler services to elevated wellness experiences.
Portrait Milano: Where Milan Comes to Life
Occupying a former 16th-century seminary in Milan’s Fashion District, Portrait Milano trades spectacle for discretion, creating a hotel experience shaped by architecture, craftsmanship and the rituals of Italian life.
Inside Dubai’s Twin Towers: The Address Sky View
From glass slides suspended over Sheikh Zayed Road to sky-high infinity pools, Address Sky View swaps quiet minimalism for sky-high luxury.
Sinae, Phuket: The Island Secret Hiding in Plain Sight
Just across the water from Phuket Town sits a quieter side of the island. The pace slows, the sea comes back into view, and a small hotel called Sinae offers a different way to enjoy luxury in Phuket.
Saigon’s Contemporary Renaissance: Hotels, Nightlife and Creative Infrastructure
2026 sees the Vietnamese city of Ho Chi Minh City undergo a new cultural landscape of design-led hotels, inventive nightlife venues and contemporary art spaces.
The Rebirth of Japan’s ANA InterContinental Tokyo Hotel
The ANA InterContinental Tokyo proves that in the world’s most populous megalopolis, the smartest move is a tactical one — even with the most modern of rooms.