The top May 2016 luxury experiences highlights the changing face of the luxury market, which is largely moving toward experiences over material objects.
Ahead of the 2016 Olympic Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro, P2P accommodations platform Airbnb has teamed with event organizers to offer an exciting free stay for a handful of individuals at one of the arenas where the action will soon take place. The unique lodgings are set up in the Rio stadium that will host the gymnastics portion of the Summer Olympics competitions.
Meanwhile, TheMaDCooK restaurant in Moscow is pushing a molecular menu that reimagines staple dishes from Italian cuisine. The futuristic dining concept emphasizes elegant presentation and experiential plating, while it is also the brainchild of master chef Maxim Volkov.
Top 25 Luxury Experiences in May
From Sporty Stadium Bedrooms to Immersive Tequila Experiences:
Rebecca Byers — May 29, 2016 — Marketing
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Levitating Tree Tents
The Levitat Sleeping Abode Provides an Above-Ground Night's Rest
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Luxury Travel Pop-Ups
'The Carry-On' is Pop-Up Series from High-End Retailer Kit and Ace
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Gilded Ice Cream Cones
This Japanese Treat Consists of Soft-Serve Ice Cream Wrapped in Gold Leaf
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Art Deco Italian Hotels
Milan's Hotel Senato Boasts Opulent and Gilded Design Accents
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Furniture-Inspired Private Saunas
The KLAFS S1 Sauna Brings Luxurious Saunas to Small Spaces
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Molecular Italian Food Menus
TheMaDCooK Restaurant Boasts Bold Flavor Combinations by Maxim Volkov
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Sporty Stadium Bedrooms
This Airbnb Rio De Janeiro Accommodation is Inside the Rio Olympic Arena
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Palatial Parisian Lodgings
Hotel Providence in Paris is a Stunning, Velvet-Adorned Palace
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Interactive Forest Retail Experiences
The COS Display Uses Light and Art to Immerse Shoppers
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Artful Luxury Boutiques
This La Perla Tokyo Store Boasts Luxe Architectural Details
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Immersive Tequila Experiences
The Art of Patrón Event Series Celebrates The Brand's Vision
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Gold-Encrusted Birthday Cakes
This Extravagant Cake Was Made for Queen Elizabeth's 90th Birthday
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Contemporary Bayside Hotels
The Axiom Hotel San Francisco Boasts an Elegant Modern Decor
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Glass House Couture Flagships
The New Chanel Amsterdam Store Boasts a Stunning Glass Facade
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Tropical Concrete Resorts
The Hix Island House's Minimalistic Design Contrasts the Lush Setting
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Scandinavian Car Pop-Ups
Volvo's Café Helps Guests Refuel After Viewing S90 and V90 Models
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In-Store Flower Trucks
Fendi's Ginza Boutique Features a Truck Kiosk That Sells Bouquets
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Fashionable Chocolate Boutiques
The Saudi Arabian Patchi Shop Presents Sweets Like a Jewelry Store
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Marathon-Centric Hotel Packages
The Mandarin Oriental Barcelona Offers a Package for Runners
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Cinematic Fantasy Cocktails
These Upscale Drinks Celebrate the Houses From Game of Thrones
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Luxurious Maternity Hospitals
The Portland Gives Expecting Mothers a Five Star Birthing Experience
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Contemporary Elderly Residences
This Parisian Apartment Offers Stylish Housing with Medical
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360-Degree Train Tours
Rocky Mountaineer's Virtual Reality Train Tour Showcases the Rockies
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Multi-Sensory Cinema Seating
Cineplex's 4DX Enhances Movies with Snow, Scents, Vibrations and More
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Canine-Centric Brunch Menus
The 'Bites and Bones Pop-Up' Provides Hungry Dogs with a Gourmet Meal
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Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups
Uber Eats and PetSmart Created "The Best Pet House Ever"
Life-Sized Doll Dreamhouses
Fans Can Step Inside Barbie’s Dreamhouse at This Immersive Experience
Luxurious Airline Amenity Kits
Etihad Airways Debuts Giorgio Armani Loungewear and Amenity Kits
Premium Tranquil Spiritual Homes
The Casa Dragones Takes Visitors on a Spiritual Journey
Cheese-Themed Luxury Spas
The Wedgewater Spa Highlights the Best Cheeses of Wisconsin
Glamorous Camping Experiences
Volodymyr Hahonin Designs the LULU Glamping Experience
Chic Treehouse-Style Hotels
Studio Sax Designs the Suitree Experience Hotel in Costa Rica
Luxury Resort Wear
Wheat Aims to Elevate Hotel Boutiques with Luxury Resort Wear
Multi-Sensory High-End Foootwear Events
Moncler’s Studio Ascenti Presented Its Design in Paris
Caribbean Influencer Events
Toronto's Carnival Oasis 2023 Was a Celebration of Caribbean Culture
3D-Printed Hotels
A First-of-Its-Kind Hotel is Coming to Marfa, Texas
Luxurious Asian-Inspired Steakhouses
Chambers Presents Itself as Toronto's Premier Supper Club
Cross Sports Athletic Wear
The Reigning Champ x Racquet Magazine Line Arrives in Time for Summer
Mermaid-Inspired Beach Houses
Booking.com's Under the Sea Stay Celebrates 'The Little Mermaid'
Artist Edition Tequila Boxes
Tequila Don Julio is Declaring A Summer of Mexicana with Music & More
Experiential Mental Well-Being Events
Batiste's Refresh & Reflect Events Connect & Uplift Students
Immersive Jewelry Exhibitions
The TIFFANY & CO. Tiffany Wonder Exhibition in Tokyo is Engaging
Floral Champagne Pop-Ups
The Perrier-Jouët House of Wonder is an Ethereal Ode to Flowers
Content-Inspired Physical Retail Experience
Netflix House Creates a Space for Fans to Buy Merch
Airport Skincare Pop-Ups
The Sol de Janerio Delícia Drench Pop-Up Was at Charles de Gaulle Airport
Chocolate-Inspired Restaurant Menus
Lindt and Gia Offer a Decadent Dark Chocolate Experience
Limited-Edition Monthly Wine Capsules
Vinebox Announces Monthly Experiences with Its Product Line
Exclusive Membership Club Openings
Soho House Will Open a New Location in London's Mayfair
Mexican Holiday Tequila Pop-Ups
The 1800 Taste Tiendita Returns for Cinco De Mayo
Auto Brand Golf Experiences
The Genesis Invitational 2024 Featured an Immersive Media Experience
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Horror-Themed Overnight Experiences
The Warner Bros Icons of Horror Sees Iconic Wax Figures
Vodka-Branded Festival Series
Absolut® Presents Mixing It Up: Cosmos & Culture at Coachella 2024
Secret Salon Campaigns
Salon X Lets Consumers Experience a Secret Product Line
Culinary Pop-Up Experiences
The RC Show's Pop-Up Experience is an Adventure for the Taste Buds
Luxurious Amenity Kits
EVA Air Teams Up with Giorgio Armani and Jason Wu for a New Travel Kit
Sensualized Dinner Dates
The K-Y Desire Darkroom Inspires Romance & Rediscovery
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
Elevated Condiment Pop-Ups
Ennismore & the Kraft Heinz Company are Sharing a Taste of Heinz 57
Luxury Experience Clubs
Taste Club Treats Members to Unforgettable Dining & Travel Experiences
Tokyo-Inspired Late-Night Lounges
Gordon Ramsey Opens Lucky Cat in Miami
Opulent Culturally-Inspired Hotels
The Bulgari Hotel Tokyo is the Latest to Join the Luxe Chain
Musical Vacation Rentals
Marriott Bonvoy's Aloft and Moxy Hotels Provide Music-Themed Stays
Immersive Hotel Art Installations
The St. Regis Venice Introduces 'Terrazza 365º Azzarret'
Luxury Auto-Inspired Venues
Bentley Has Designed An Opulent VIP-Centric Music Room
Californian-Inspired LA Hotels
Gensler and Yabu Pushelberg Designs the Moxy + AC Hotel
Italian-Style Festival Piazzas
The Aperol Spritz Piazza Brings a Taste of Italy to Coachella
UK Summer-Ready Sporty Fashion
Unknown London Launches a New Capsule Designed for Summer
Personalized Wellness Journeys
Spa myBlend at the Ritz-Carlton Offers an Immersive Experience
Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions
Raise the Moral Studio Presents the Becoming Familiar Show
Luxury Chinese Cuisine Experiences
Mott 32 Will Open Its Door at the Shangri-La Hotel in Toronto
Toronto Landmark Music Events
The Exhibition Place Music in the Park Series Has a Diverse Lineup
Waterside Finals Experiences
The SS evian Offers a Unique Perspective of the US Open
Intercontinental Collaborative Capsules
BornXRaised and Paris Saint-Germain Work on a Collection
Caged Luxury Homeware Collections
Hermès’ New Homeware Capsule Debuted at Milan Design Week
Gifting-Focused Travel Chocolate Products
Ferrero Travel Market Has Shown Off New Treats
Intimate Dining Experiences
Tequila Don Julio X Soul Sessions Dinner Series Comes to Los Angeles
British Culture-Honoring Luxe Fashion
The Burberry Summer 2024 Range is Unveiled During LFW
Parisian Boutique Hotels
Le Grand Mazarin Was Decorated by a Legendary Interior Designer
Beer-Branded Toronto Culinary Experiences
Estrella Damm Culinary Journey is Available Until May 31
Vegas-Inspired Dining Experiences
Tost by Tostitos is an Exclusive Super Bowl Pop-Up
Dedicated Esports Districts
The Esports World Cup Will Be Hosted in the Qiddiya Megaproject
Luxury Design Shows
The Living Luxe Design Show Will Take Place on April 19 Through April 21
Sporty Laundromat Takeovers
Heineken's LaundroMatch Turns 24-Hour Laundromats into Sports Bars
Glitter-Accented Luxe Menswear
LOEWE Presents its New Collection of Menswear for the SS24 Season
Multi-Functional Event Venues
The Imperial Toronto Boast Timeless Elegance Meets Modern Luxury
Streetwear-Informed Sporty Kits
Arsenal Football Club and maharishi Join on a New Capsule
Immersive Lighting Hotels
The Luma Hotel Hosts Several Impressive Lighting Installations
Comfort-Focused Wellness Experiences
Hotel X Toronto Now Offers Spa Services Inside Guest Rooms
Eurovision-Themed Hotel Experiences
INNSiDE Host a Eurovision-Themed Event Schedule for Guests
Virtual Reality Treatment Experiences
xydrobe and Dr. Barbara Strum Unveils the Pause Experience
Progressive Traveler Programs
Ennismore Upgrades its Existing Loyalty Offerings to Include 'Drops'
Bright Celebratory Olympic Posters
Ugo Gattani Illustrates Paris 2024 Posters Honoring Landmarks
Branded Bathroom Guides
The Cashmere UltraLuxe Bathroom Guide Ranks Toronto Restaurant Restrooms
Mattress Brand Sleep Hotels
The Emma Sleep Hotel Welcomes Guests in Sydney & Taipei
Summer-Ready Luxe Sporty Fashion
The New Fendi Active Basketball Series Readies for Summer
Hybrid Beauty Events
SEPHORiA: House Of Beauty Can Be Experienced in Person & Virtually
Immersive Mint Pop-Ups
The Tic Tac Experience Shares a New Strawberry & Cream Flavor
Anti-Luxury Hotel Designs
Chopard Launches a New Hotel That Embodies Quiet Luxury
Avocado-Centric Pop-Ups
Avocados From Mexico's House of Goodness is Coming to the Real World
Luxe Spring-Centric Bold Fashion
The Marni Spring/Summer 2024 Capsule is Full of Bright Looks
Sophisticated Summer Capsules
Giorgio Armani Launches its Summer-Ready 'Mare' Collection
Unexpected Cabana Experiences
Grand Marnier Has Introduced the Grand Margarita Summer Encounter
Airline Amenity Add-Ons
Etihad Airways Launches a New Amenity Kit and Loungewear Selection
Branded Dining Experiences
A Taste of HomeGoods Offers an Unforgettable Dining Experience
Mexican Culinary Adventure Giveaways
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Topo Chico Hard Seltzer
Liveable Artful Pop-Up Installations
Julie Cloos Mølsgaard Creates a Pop-Up Hotel Installation
Champagne-Paired Burger Tours
14 NYC Restaurants are Exploring Burger & Veuve Clicquot Pairings
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Bathing-Inspired Pop-Ups Bars
The #DoveDeluxeBar Shares Sensorial Cocktails & Mocktails
Themed Hotel Rooms
Island Shangri-La Launches ‘Themed Room Experiences’ for Hotel Guests
Luxury Auto-Branded Travel Experiences
The Porsche Travel Experience is Available in Canada
Mom-Friendly Hotel Programming
Hotel X Toronto is Hosting Fun Activities for Mother’s Day Weekend
Luxury Experiential Event Brands
The Concierge Club Expands to the US Market
20s-Inspired Sportswear Collections
Balmain Unveils Its New Vintage-Themed Sportswear Range
Hotel Sleep Experiences
Hilton Launches a New Sleep Retreat Experience for Sleep-Driven Consumers
Glamorous Film Festival Partnerships
St. Regis Toronto is the Hospitality Partner for TIFF
Luxe Lingerie Shopping Services
Coco De Mer Debuts a Private Shopping Service in Primrose Hill
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Macaron-Inspired Pop-Ups
Häagen-Dazs' Flavours of Love Spotlights Two New Decadent Flavors
Galactic Atmosphere Restaurants
Space Perspective, SpaceVIP, and Rasmus Munk Join on an Experience
Award-Winning Toronto Hotels
Forbes Travel Guide Recognizes the Ritz-Carlton, Toronto
Digital Experience Gifting
Memory Crate Lets Users Gift Coupons, Experiences, or Acts of Service
Kpop-Themed Live Exhibitions
HYBE, BIGHIT MUSIC, & Live Nation Confirm a New BTS Exhibition in LA
Tennis-Themed Eyewear Experiences
The Polo Ralph Lauren x Wimbledon Experience is Immersive
Artfully Glamorous Cocktail Bars
Moët Hennessy Launches a New Cocktail Bar in Paris
Dynamic eSports Stadiums
This Saudi Arena Offers Immersive Experiences For eSports Fans
Automotive Parking Lot Pop-Ups
Mercedes-Benz Turned Parking Lot Spaces into a Mini Showroom
Gen Z-Focused Hotel Campaigns
Hyatt Recruits College Athlete Jalin Hyatt to Attract Gen Z
At-Home Tasting Menus
Uber Eats Partners with Michelin Restaurant Ikoyi for a New Tasting Menu
Pink Winter Pop-Ups
The Immersive Pink Pier Has Returned for Valentine's Day
Summer-Ready Luxe Restaurants
Black+Blue in Toronto Was Designed by Navigate Design
Rugby-Themed Vacation Getaways
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai Launches a Rugby Championship Event
Toronto Flagship Restaurants
Earls Yorkdale Set to Open April 21st with Exclusive Menu Additions
Opulent Fragrance-Focused Events
Xerjoff Launches the ‘Vibe Collection’ at its Event in NYC
Opera House Vacation Rentals
The Phantom of the Opera Airbnb Offers Guests a Dramatic Vacation
Exclusive Culinary Road Trips
Turo Partners with MICHELIN Guide for Exclusive Experience
Grande Shimmeering Runway Shows
Saint Laurent Presents its Summer 2024 Womenswear at PW
Multi-City Workout Tours
Movement LIVE by Michelob ULTRA is a Lively Fitness Experience
Fashion House Airport Lounges
Louis Vuitton Opens a Luxurious Airport Lounge in Qatar
Luxe Turkish Boutique Hotels
The Bodrum EDITION is a Hotel Designed by Two Combined Forces
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Luxury Paris Hotels
Hilton Celebrates its Cannes Debut with the Opening of Canopy by Hilton Cannes
TV-Inspired Parisian Trips
DHARMA Curated a Trip to Paris Inspired by Netflix's Emily in Paris
Luxury Festive Shopping Suites
St. Regis Toronto Features Saks Shopping and Festive Dining
Chic Summer-Ready Apparel
Zalando Launches a New 40-Piece Capsule Collection with Paco Rabanne
Esports Championship Events
The European Games Esports Championships Announces its Game Titles
Luxe Outerwear Show Events
Moncler Genius Presents its Impressive Art of Genius Live Show
Youthful Vintage-Inspired Hotels
Standard International is Set to Launch New Hotel Brand
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
Swift Travel Solutions
Equinox Hotels & BLADE Have Partnered to Redefine Luxury and Focus on Time
Luxe Artist Residency Resorts
Lena Exstafieva and Jérôme Hadey Help Open the Villa Lena
Overlooked Wine Bottle Experiences
Bocca Di Lupo Introduces 'An a to Z Di Vini Divini'
Luxuriously Revamped Airport Lounges
Chase Sapphire Lounge Has Opened at Laguardia Airport
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Opulent Car-Exploration Experiences
Lexus India Introduces the ‘Lexus Meraki on Wheels' Experience
Premium Alcohol Dining Rooms
Le Bristol Paris to Offer First-Ever Dom Pérignon Dining Room
Opulent Traveler Rewards
Bank Of America Rewards Program Adds Experiential Perks for its Customers
Circular Luxury Clubs
'More' Supports More Conscious Shopping and More Accessible Luxury
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Festive Hotel Decor Campaigns
IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches the Seasonal Winter Chalet Campaign
Multi-Sensory Fondue Experiences
Melting Pot's Ultimate 5-Course Experience Activates Five Senses
EMEA-Based Esports Venues
Riot Games Revamps its LEC Studio to Improve its EMEA Esports Operations
Coastal Mediterranean Restaurants
Abrielle Hosts New Year's Caviar and Champagne Event in Toronto
Marketing Experience Suites
Rio SEO Launches a Local Experience Platform with Forsta