“When the world is your oyster, it is only fitting that your home be a pearl.”
In the hospitality world, few names are shrouded in as much mystery and luxury as Raffles. The original Singapore flagship was a destination for journeyers of royal, noble and notorious background for over a century. Writing for Raffles’ recent acquisition [...]

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In June, 2008, I was asked to tell the story of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel’s centennial transformation and expansion into the world of prime, luxury real estate. As one would expect, there were enough tales about the original Ritz-Carlton and its patrons to keep a gaggle of cocktail party guests entertained for days. Liberace, Sophia Loren, [...]

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