What is Trimester Abroad?

A Masterclass In Family Travel When I was first introduced to the luxury travel world, I was seduced. Pristine beach cabanas, lavish buffet spreads, undisturbed silence. Every perfectly lit Instagram post with its solo sunsets and cinematic soundtracks sold me a version of luxury that felt more like a fantasy than something tangible. It was […]
Can Mandarin Oriental Deliver Elevated Family Luxury in the West?

Luxury hospitality thrives on the promise of consistency. A guest should know that when they book a five-star property, certain standards such as cleanliness, food quality, and service will be guaranteed. But for new and expecting parents, consistency is rare. One of the clearest case studies of this gap comes from the Mandarin Oriental Hotel […]
Serving Traveling Families: How to Earn Trust Through Transportation

For parents traveling with babies, the stress doesn’t end when the plane lands. In fact, one of the most nerve-wracking questions usually comes at baggage claim: How do I get my child safely from here to the hotel? That’s where travel advisors and DMCs have a huge opportunity. Families don’t just want luxury vehicles, they […]
The Diaper Test: Rethinking Luxury Hospitality for Families

The key difference between luxury hospitality for families done right and luxury hospitality in name only can be summed up in one story: the bowing-but-available 24/7 service in London versus being told “there’s a Target down the road” in New York. From the moment we arrived at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London, we were […]
Dubai as a Case Study: Why Luxury Hospitality Misses the Mark with New and Expecting Parents

Dubai markets itself as one of the most luxurious urban-meets-desert-meets-beach destinations in the world, a playground of modern architecture, five-star hotels, and record-breaking attractions. For many travelers, it represents the pinnacle of luxury: an aspirational city designed to impress. Yet when viewed through the lens of new and expecting parents, Dubai also highlights a critical […]