Robb Report Hong Kong

20/11/2025

Elevating Tokyo’s skyline, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts debuts its inaugural Japanese property in the vibrant Shibaura district, offering breathtaking views, innovative cuisine, and bespoke wellness experiences that honour the spirit of omotenashi.

16/11/2025

22/10/2025

From fintech to timeless tradition, Namhee Cho is rewriting the rules of luxury hospitality.

With roots in Europe, educational background in the US, and a career launch in Korea, Namhee blends a truly global perspective with a sharp tech-driven mindset. Since 2023, she’s been steering The Hanok Heritage as Vice President, bringing a fresh, guest-first approach to redefining Korean luxury.

For Namhee, luxury isn’t just about opulence, it’s in the details and the Korean spirit of jeongseong: craftsmanship, sincerity, and exclusivity. Her mission? To share Korea’s living heritage with the world through authentic, unforgettable experiences.

Catch Namhee at Robb Report Hong Kong’s Leaders of Luxury Summit 2025 and Best of the Best 2026: Travel, Experiences & Hospitality Edition Awards & Gala Dinner on 23 October, where she’ll reveal how tradition and innovation come together in modern luxury.

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22/10/2025

André Fu is a visionary architect and designer redefining modern luxury by seamlessly blending cultural heritage, art, and craftsmanship.

With a Master’s from Cambridge, Fu’s work bridges East and West, creating timeless spaces that challenge traditional notions of luxury. His portfolio includes iconic projects like Hong Kong’s Upper House, St Regis, and collaborations such as his bespoke furniture for Louis Vuitton’s Objets Nomades collection. In 2019, he launched André Fu Living, a lifestyle brand reflecting his signature aesthetic of understated elegance. Recognised globally as Designer of the Year at Maison & Objet Asia, Fu continues to inspire with his thoughtful, culturally rich approach.

On 23 October, don’t miss André Fu at Robb Report Hong Kong’s Leaders of Luxury Summit 2025 and Best of the Best 2026: Travel, Experiences & Hospitality Edition Awards & Gala Dinner, sharing insights on shaping the future of luxury design.

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21/10/2025

Anna Nash is charting new horizons in ultra-luxury ocean travel as president of Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle brand of MSC Group’s Cruise Division.

With over 20 years of leadership in luxury hospitality, Anna brings deep expertise in brand development, marketing, global sales, and communications. Before joining Explora Journeys in September 2024, she shaped the global growth of Aman as chief communications officer, chief marketing officer, and chief commercial officer. Her career also includes key roles at Rosewood Hotels and Orient Express.

Anna’s visionary leadership is driving Explora Journeys’ bold expansion, from its current two-ship fleet to four new ships launching between 2026 and 2028, positioning the brand as a trailblazer in luxury ocean travel.

Join Anna Nash on 23 October at Robb Report Hong Kong’s Leaders of Luxury Summit 2025 and Best of the Best 2026: Travel, Experiences & Hospitality Edition Awards & Gala Dinner to hear her insights on steering innovation in luxury travel’s next wave.

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21/10/2025

Jean-Michel Gathy is a visionary architect shaping the future of luxury hospitality.

Born in Belgium, Jean-Michel discovered his passion for architecture early and has spent over 40 years creating iconic luxury spaces across Asia and beyond. In 1983, he founded Denniston, a design firm renowned for its elegance, innovation, and cultural sensitivity.

With over 750 landmark projects completed, Jean-Michel has worked with legendary brands such as Aman, Four Seasons, Cheval Blanc, One&Only, Park Hyatt, and St Regis. His timeless designs blend sophistication with local heritage, earning him a place in the Platinum Circle of Hospitality Design and the prestigious title of Officer of the Order of the Crown from King Philippe of Belgium.

Join Jean-Michel on 23 October at Robb Report Hong Kong’s Leaders of Luxury Summit 2025 and Best of the Best 2026: Travel, Experiences & Hospitality Edition Awards & Gala Dinner, where he will share his insights on creativity, innovation, and the art of luxury design.

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20/10/2025

Creating a Sense of Place: How to Blueprint the DNA of Luxury Hospitality

📅 Thursday, 23 October 2025
🎤 Jean-Michel Gathy – Founder and Principal, Denniston
🎤 Moderator: Mary Gostelow – President, Gostelow Report
📍 Leaders of Luxury Summit 2025, Robb Report Hong Kong

Explore how visionary architect Jean-Michel Gathy designs immersive, site-specific luxury that blends cultural depth with cutting-edge innovation. From Bangkok to the UAE, discover the creative process behind iconic projects like Aman Nai Lert and Four Seasons Mina Resort, where heritage, sustainability, and timeless design converge.

Key Themes:

- Reimagining historic landmarks through adaptive reuse
- Cultural storytelling through local artistry and craftsmanship
- Designing wellness-focused sanctuaries with a sense of serenity
- Innovation in hospitality architecture: from elliptical atriums to waterfront branded residences
- Future-proofing luxury through cultural sensitivity and environmental integration

Don’t miss this deep dive into how to blueprint hospitality experiences that feel rooted, refined, and relevant.

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20/10/2025

We count down to Robb Report Hong Kong’s Best of the Best 2026 Travel, Experiences & Hospitality Edition and Leaders of Luxury Summit 2025, one of the most highly anticipated luxury industry events this year!

We count down to one of the most highly anticipated luxury industry events this year.

20/10/2025

Leaders of Luxury Summit 2025 is all set to offer a platform for thought-provoking discussions on the current trends and the future direction of luxury travel on 23 October 2025.

A celebration of wanderlust, opulence, and unforgettable, meaningful experiences.

20/10/2025

Meet Gilda Perez-Alvarado, the visionary shaping the future of luxury hospitality.

As Group Chief Strategy Officer at Accor SA and CEO of Orient Express, Gilda leads global strategy and partnerships for two of the world’s most iconic hospitality brands. From the legendary trains and hotels of Orient Express to Accor’s expansive luxury portfolio, she’s redefining how heritage and innovation come together in ultra-luxury.

With a distinguished career that includes serving as the global CEO of JLL Hotels & Hospitality, Gilda brings deep expertise in global investments and strategic leadership across Asia-Pacific, the Americas, Europe, and beyond.

Her influence extends to key board roles at Blackstone Mortgage Trust and advisory positions with Cornell University and the American Hotel & Lodging Association.

On 23 October, Gilda will share her insights at Robb Report Hong Kong’s Leaders of Luxury Summit 2025 and Best of the Best 2026: Travel, Experiences & Hospitality Edition Awards & Gala Dinner, exploring how legacy brands evolve while staying true to timeless luxury.

For those passionate about the future of ultra-luxury hospitality, Gilda’s vision is a must-watch.

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20/10/2025

When it comes to steering luxury ocean travel in China, Helen Huang is the captain charting new courses.

Since 2016, Helen has been at the helm of MSC Cruises China, driving strategy, growth, and innovation in one of the world’s most dynamic cruise markets. In 2023, she took the wheel for MSC’s luxury lifestyle brand Explora Journeys in China, setting new standards for premium ocean experiences.

With over 20 years navigating the industry, from senior roles at MSC Cruises and Costa Asia to leadership at Shanghai International Port, Helen knows the waters like no other. Her impact earned her a top honor in 2024 as an “Advanced Individual in Promoting Shanghai as an International Shipping Center.”

Armed with an MBA from Fudan University and a degree from Shanghai International Studies University, Helen blends sharp business sense with deep local insight.

Catch Helen on 23 October at Robb Report Hong Kong’s Leaders of Luxury Summit 2025 and Best of the Best 2026: Travel, Experiences & Hospitality Edition Awards & Gala Dinner, sharing her vision for the future of luxury travel in China and beyond.

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17/10/2025

Charting Luxury’s New Horizons: Innovation and Integration in Global Dynamic Markets

📅 Thursday, 23 October 2025
🎤 Andrew Pitchford – Director of Sales APAC, Ferretti Group
🎤 Gilda Perez-Alvarado – CEO, Orient Express
🎤 Amy Yang – Vice President Marketing, APAC & IMEA VistaJet
🎤 Moderator: Mary Gostelow – Editor, Gostelow Report
📍 Leaders of Luxury Summit 2025, Robb Report Hong Kong

Luxury Reinvented: Cross-Sector Innovation, Seamless Integration, and Bold Expansion Across Asia-Pacific

This high-level panel brings together three global leaders at the forefront of innovation in hospitality, private aviation, and luxury yachting. Discover how these visionaries are redefining what it means to deliver ultra-luxury in rapidly evolving, culturally diverse markets.

Join three global luxury leaders as they explore how innovation and cross-sector integration are reshaping the ultra-luxury landscape across Asia-Pacific.

Discussion Highlights:

Bespoke Yachting: Ferretti’s sustainable innovations and growing demand from APAC’s elite
Heritage Revival: Orient Express’s new hotels, trains, and the Corinthian yacht redefining experiential travel
Jet Tech & Access: Vista’s digital marketplace, instant booking, and flexible offerings for the next-gen UHNW traveller

Key Themes:

- Bespoke luxury tailored to Asia’s evolving cultural expectations
- Hybrid travel models (yacht + jet + hotel) for high-value journeys
- Adaptive reuse of historic properties and integration of regional wellness
- AI-curated personalisation and scalable sustainability
- The future of experiential design and lifestyle convergence

This session offers an inside look at how legacy brands and disruptors alike are navigating Asia-Pacific’s new luxury frontier, where tradition meets technology, and innovation drives impact.

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