Luxury Around The World

Rarified experiences abound: from indulgent spa treatments in Marrakech and a Dubai hotel opening to afternoon tea served in gilt-edged crystal and The Hari Hong Kong’s inaugural art prize.

Baccarat Hotel New York’s Ultimate Tea Experience

Legendary crystal house Baccarat has a heritage of crafting objets d’art for royal households through the generations. Now at Baccarat Hotel New York, this tradition is further espoused in its most opulent afternoon tea service – The Crystal Tea. The afternoon culinary experience features rarified ingredients such as caviar, lobster, truffles, and Madagascar vanilla, all of which are served on a Baccarat crystal three-tier along with Cristal champagne. This exclusive tea experience also comprises a Baccarat Faunacrystopolis Harcourt Tea Set gift for guests to take home. The Crystal Tea indulgence starts from noon to 4pm at the hotel’s Grand Salon, priced at USD$3,000 (for two guests), and requires a minimum of 48-hour advance notice when making a reservation.

Introducing Dubai Creek Harbour’s First Five-Star Hotel

Address Grand Creek Harbour is the first five-star property to grace Dubai Creek Harbour. Featuring two towers spanning 53 and 65 floors, the 223-key hotel also comprises 794 serviced apartments. Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava designed the observation deck between the two towers, from which guests can take in views of both old Dubai and the inspiring skyline of new Dubai. The hotel fronts a lively water-facing promenade with a host of entertainment, retail and dining options. Within the hotel, The Spa and Fitness Centre along with an infinity pool offer the ultimate in relaxation for both adults and children who have specially created facilities such as Qix Club, Qix Teens, Kids Pool, and Splash Pad to have fun in. Address Grand Creek Harbour also features an elegant Club Lounge that offers a range of exclusive benefits.

The Cactéa Range From marocMaroc is Pure Sensorial Luxury at Spa Royal Mansour

Cactéa, the new well-aging range from marocMaroc, is fast-creating a skincare buzz among those-in-the-know. Inspired by the rituals of Moroccan hammans, marocMaroc blends these traditions with the latest scientific knowledge, and utilises ingredients such as argan, orange blossom, rose, and almond. At Royal Mansour Marrakech’s Spa Royal Mansour, three treatments feature products from the Cactéa range. These include the 75-minute Cactéa Signature facial that relaxes body and mind, while bringing forth a radiant complexion. The 60-minute Cactéa Energising facial, on the other hand, activates lymphatic circulation as well as detoxifies and rehydrates the skin. Then there is the 60-minute Cactéa Revitalising treatment, which minimises the appearance of wrinkles while working to sculpt facial contours and to enhance skin’s natural glow.

The Hari Art Prize Comes to Hong Kong

As with its sister property in London, The Hari Hong Kong’s appreciation for art results in an open call for entries in its inaugural The Hari Art Prize. It will be open to emerging self-taught artists and art students who’ve graduated in the past three years. The initiative is held in collaboration with Londonbased consultancy A Space for Art. Entries may be submitted from 1 February to 30 April 2023. The winner receives a cash grant of HKD100,000, funded by Dr. Aron Harilela, with his or her artworks displayed at both The Hari Hong Kong and The Hari London. Results of The Hari Art Prize will be revealed in September 2023. “My family has always had a passion for art with many pieces from our private collection featured throughout The Hari hotels in Hong Kong and London,” Harilela says. “This is the first of a new cultural tradition for us.”