July 7, 2025
It is the first private villa in Belmond’s portfolio
A century-old clifftop villa once built as used as a summer home has been reimagined into a rare private retreat, with Villa Beatrice, the first private villa in Belmond’s portfolio, now available for exclusive use.
Read More…July 4, 2025
The train will make history as England and Wales’ first luxury sleeper train
Launching on 21 July 2025, The Britannic Explorer, A Belmond Train will make history as England and Wales’ first luxury sleeper train.
Read More…May 12, 2025
Master the Italian art of ‘ozio creativo’ in exclusive surroundings
The Amalfi Coast has welcomed its first private luxury pool club with La Piscina at Caruso, A Belmond Hotel in Ravello, now open.
Read More…February 28, 2025
The new Wellness Suite is a collaboration with nature-focused Wildsmith
An exclusive spa suite aboard The Britannic Explorer will add a new wellness dimension to Belmond’s iconic rail journey across England and Wales.
Read More…December 16, 2024
The transformation of the historic Florence hotel will reduce its room count
Villa San Michele in Florence Italy has been confirmed as the latest Belmond hotel to undergo extensive renovation, with the 15th century property to reopen in time for the 2026 season.
Read More…December 5, 2024
New Belmond rail itinerary will finish at its sprawling estate in central Italy
A new Belmond rail journey will connect Paris with its Tuscany farm estate from May 2025 aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient Express.
Read More…November 26, 2024
The three Michelin-starred chef will lead the fleets culinary direction in 2025
Three Michelin-starred chef Dominique Crenn has been appointed as Les Bateaux Belmond’s first Culinary Curator, creating menus across Belmond’s seven luxury boats starting with the first voyage of 2025.
Read More…November 22, 2024
The Venice-Simplon-Orient Express will welcome the artist-designed carriage in 2025
Belmond has unveiled the interiors of L’Observatoire, a new artist-designed carriage which will join its Venice Simplon-Orient Express in March 2025.
Read More…November 18, 2024
B2C event in Melbourne showcases LVMH’s ultra-luxury travel brand
Global International Travel in collaboration with Belmond, hosted an exclusive client evening of storytelling and conversation at the A-Esque Atelier, in Melbourne late last month. The gathering, moderated by Grant Pearce, Creative Director of Esquire Australia and Commercial Content Director of Harper’s Bazaar Australia, brought together Global clients to immerse in Belmond’s philosophy on “The Legendary Art of Travel” and its commitment to connecting discerning travellers with the world’s most extraordinary destinations.
Read More…November 15, 2024
Portofino’s Grand Dame is going into the third phase of its extensive revamp
Belmond has embarked on the latest phase of its multi-year renovation of Portofino’s iconic hotel, Splendido, with the project expected to be complete by June next year.
Read More…November 14, 2024
The Britannic Explorer, A Belmond Train set to debut in July 2025
Belmond has revealed plans for the first luxury sleeper train in England and Wales, set for to debut in July 2025. The Britannic Explorer, A Belmond Train will capitalise on the thriving demand of exceptional slow travel.
Read More…November 5, 2024
The properties, one in Laos and the other in Cambodia, will be managed by HMD Asia
Belmond remains on the look-out for new opportunities in Asia after it confirmed the completion of its sale of two La Résidence hotels in the region to Thailand-based KS Hotels.
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