The Dandelion Chandelier Luxury Travel Calendar highlights luxury travel news in February: new luxury hotel openings, new luxury travel products and new luxury resort openings around the world in February 2019. For the rest of the Luxury Calendar, click here. And for our list of the top 10 luxury travel destinations in February, click here.
the best in the world of luxury travel this February
Looking to get away someplace warm this month? Check out the beachfront spots opening in February. There’s the new Rosewood Miramar Beach in Montecito; the Apurva Kempinski in Bali; the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah in Dubai; and the Santarena Hotel in Costa Rica.
Prefer snow sports and winter fun? The Experimental Chalet in Verbier is open, and we hear the snow is great in the Rockies, the Alps and Hokkaido.
Pack your bags. February awaits.
the latest luxury travel news February 2019
1. europe
The Experimental Chalet in Verbier, Switzerland has opened. After you enjoy of day of winter sports, relax and unwind while taking in the panoramic mountain view from your terrace in one of the hotel’s 39 rooms.
The Experiential Chalet
The highly-anticipated Four Seasons Athens, nestled on the shores of the Athens Riviera, opens this month in Greece.
Vintry & Mercer is London’s newest luxury boutique hotel. The 92 bespoke rooms and suites draw design inspiration from the historic trading guilds of the City of London and create a unique hideaway in the financial district – Feb 4
After a three-year, $48 million renovation, London’s Belmond Cadogan Hotel reopens this month. The storied hotel is the site of a pied-à-terre where Oscar Wilde once resided (it’s Room 118). First opened in 1887, the historic hotel retains elements of its original Queen Anne design, such as its wood-paneled walls, stained-glass windows, mosaic floors and wood-burning fireplaces.
2. us
Set on one of Southern California’s most beautiful beaches, the new Rosewood Miramar Beach features 161 ultra-luxury guestrooms and suites as well as multi-bedroom bungalows. Amenities include a spa, fitness studio, two pools, and six restaurants and bars. Caruso’s is an oceanfront restaurant that also sports an al fresco beach bar, cocktail lounge and casual poolside lounge. – Feb 11
Rosewood Montecito
The team behind the Ace Hotel is at it again. Their new “less is more concept ” is called Sister City, and the first one is opening in New York City. The boutique hotel is a stripped-down retreat from the city outside, filled with simple but fulfilling amenities like Finnish saunas and Japanese bento boxes – Feb 15
The holistic good life of the American South is the focus at Blackberry Mountain in the Great Smokey Mountains of Tennessee. The resort offers luxurious accommodations and cuisine, paired with a wide array of fitness and wellness options. Activities include trail running, rock climbing, and mountain biking, as well as scenic platform yoga and creek-side meditation classes.
The long-awaited soft opening of The Conrad in Washington D.C. is happening this month. Located in the heart of the nation’s capital, the hotel features panoramic views of downtown; an open-air rooftop bar; lush outdoor terraces; several restaurants and the exclusive Sakura Club among its amenities.
The 168-room Dream Nashville opens this month. Conveniently located on 4th Avenue North, staying there makes it extra easy to check out the city’s top-notch bars, music and restaurants.
3. asia
If you’re passing through the Hong Kong airport, and flying Cathay Pacific Airlines, the time you spend in the Business Class lounge before or after your trip can now becomes even more restorative. Created in partnership with the Pure Group, the airline’s new wellness offerings include two sections. First, there’s the Body Sanctuary, where the focus is on yoga. Second, there’s the Mind Sanctuary, which is dedicated to meditation.
LUX* North Male Atoll opens this month with the hopes of reshaping the usual lodging landscape of the Maldives. You won’t find any thatched roofs here. Instead, the resort is filled with dazzling penthouse villas and sky lounges – Feb 1
In Bali, the new Apurva Kempinski is a luxurious haven capturing the essence of Indonesian culture, art and identity. The resort features 475 guestrooms, suites and villas in a quiet beachfront setting – Feb 1
The newly-opened PuXuan Hotel & Spa is only minutes away from the Forbidden City and Beijing’s main commercial and shopping district. Its design is inspired by the culture and character of Beijing, and the property offers uninterrupted views of the Forbidden City.
Inside a guestroom at the PuXuan Hotel and Spa
Golden Eagle Luxury Trains is launching its Darjeeling Mail trip this month from Mumbai. Passengers will ride aboard the Deccan Odyssey on a stunning journey across Northern India. The itinerary takes guests from coast to coast – from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal – making it an ideal way to see the region for the first time – Feb 7 -21
All Nippon Airways is launching a new direct flight to Vienna this month to meet growing business demand for flights connecting Asia and Europe – Feb 17
4. middle east
Overlooking the pristine waters of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai’s glittering skyline, the new Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah in Dubai is a stunning beachfront resort with a gorgeous Jumeirah Beach setting.
Mandarin Oriental Dubai
5. latin america
Soak up some of Costa Rica’s “pura vida” lifestyle at the new Santarena Hotel in the boho, car-free town of Las Catalinas. Each of the hotel’s 45 rooms offers views of the Pacific Ocean, locally sourced amenities. The overall vibe is “eco luxe.”
The dazzling new Kachi Lodge on the Uyuni Salt Flats of Bolivia is the first permanent luxury establishment in this highly-sought after destination. A collection of six glamping-style domed guest tents, the accommodations include double beds, en suite bathrooms and clear walls for uninterrupted views of the high-altitude landscape and starry night sky. During the day, guests can enjoy scenic hikes, village visits and exploring the ruins of ancient civilizations.
Kachi Lodge Bolivia
new luxury product launches
Away has launched a new limited edition collection of luggage. The new Away On View bags feature painted tonal stripes, textured canvas and coordinating color-blocked zippers. This is the first time Away is offering this type of hand painting, which will allow customers to customize their travel uniform in a unique and fun way.
Away On View
Cult swimsuit brand Summersalt has launched a collection of travel wear that consists of easy and comfortable basics like scarves, a jumpsuit, duster cardigans, and pants.
That’s it! A brief overview of the wonders that await you this month. Have fun out there.
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