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
23
Gilded Ice Cream Cones
This Japanese Treat Consists of Soft-Serve Ice Cream Wrapped in Gold Leaf
22
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
18
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
14
Gold-Encrusted Birthday Cakes
This Extravagant Cake Was Made for Queen Elizabeth's 90th Birthday
13
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
10
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
2
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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Exclusive Energy Drink Installations
Red Bull Debuts 'Red Bull Mirage' at Coachella
Immersive Multi-Brand Beauty Pop-Ups
Sephora Partners with Amorepacific for 'Seoul in the City'
Luxe Designer Beauty Activations
YSL Launched an Entertainment-Themed Light Club 2.0 Concept
Tennis-Themed Activations
The LALO Clubhouse Serves Up Tennis and Tequila at Thompson Central Park
Multi-Sensory Tequila Tastings
Tequila Don Julio Debuts 'Por Amor' an Immersive Tasting Experience
Next-Gen K-Beauty Pop-Ups
MUSKAT Hosted a Five Day Immersive Experience in L.A.
Club-Culture-Inspired Cheese Events
Eventbrite Debuts a 'Cheese Rave' in NYC
Elegant Luxury Hotel Designs
Alexander &CO. Completes the Mondrian Luxury Lifestyle Hotel
Luxurious Holiday Experiences
St. Regis Toronto Debuts Seasonal Programming Across Multiple Venues
Gin Cocktail Experiences
Fords Gin Hosted its 'Beyond the Pour' Experience at Rockefeller Center
Vibrant Beauty Brand Pop-Ups
Gisou will Host an Immersive Miami-Style Pop-Up
Festive Toronto Cognac Experiences
The Hazelton Hotel Presents a Bespoke LOUIS XIII Winter Pop-Up
Theatrical Cocktail Experiences
The Theatre by ZLB23 Unfolds at a Seven-Seat Bar
Luxury Hotel Fashion Capsules
The Ritz-Carlton and Late Checkout Unveiled Chapter Two
Exclusive Film Festival Experiences
Shangri-La Toronto x TIFF Celebrate 50 Years
Thriller Novel Hotel Experiences
Tempo by Hilton Times Square Reimagines the Housemaid
Luxury Fashion-Inspired Hospitality Initiatives
Burberry and the Standard Ibiza Hotel Partner
Immersive Luxury Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton Spotlights La Beauté Louis Vuitton
Reimagined Artwork-Based Travel Campaigns
Plaza Premium Group Debuts 'The Art of Travel'
DIY-Style Vacation Offerings
Marriott Bonvoy Lets Canadian Travelers Curate Their Escapes
Game-Inspired Hotel Experiences
Marriott Bonvoy Launches 'Vacation Roulette' to Ignite Spontaneity
Interactive Soccer-Themed Brand Activations
Henkel House Was Designed to Delight US Soccer Fans
Glamorous Tennis-Inspired Stays
Lotte New York Palace Presents the 'Game, Set, Sparkle' Package
Luxe NYC Rooftop Bars
HB Rooftop Features an Inventive Cocktail Menu and Skyline Views
Sports-Themed Hotel Rooms
The Westin Harbour Castle Offers Unique Stays for Sports Fans
Curated Film Festival Experiences
The St. Regis Toronto Offers TIFF-Inspired Food & Beverage Menus
Nostalgic Luxury Pop-Ups
Celine's Zhangyuan Pop-Up Brings French Riviera Magic to Shanghai
Immersive Luxury Exhibits
Louis Vuitton Opens 'Visionary Journeys' at a Museum in Osaka
Experiential Beauty Campaigns
Heathrow Airport Launched Immersive Beauty Experiences
Courtside Hotel Experiences
IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches A Courtside Moment: Bed on the Baseline
Football Icon-Backed Ads
Michelob ULTRA to Elevate the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Fan Experience
Motorsport-Inspired Hotel Suites
Hilton x McLaren Unveil the Stay Like McLaren Racing Themed Suite
Upscale Modern Holiday Experiences
W Toronto Hotel Unveils Festive Offerings Throughout December
Live-Music Late-Night Lounges
Esmeralda’s Mayfair Launches At Mandarin Oriental Mayfair
Vibrant Luxury Theme Parks
BON Luxury Theme Park Aims to Transform Worldwide Travel
Rooftop Pool Pop-Ups
Hôtel Swexan X Missoni Partner for a Luxurious Rooftop Experience in Dallas
Elegant Sport Heritage Experiences
The Plaza x Lacoste Present the 'Tennis-Inspired Afternoon Tea'
Destination-Inspired Shampoos
SHAMPOOHOTEL Recreates Hotel-Quality Experiences at Home
Temporary Design Pop-Ups
ORIGIN MADE Hosts a Pop-Up in Copenhagen's Historic Hotel D'Angleterre
Exclusive Poolside Pop-Ups
EDITION and El Silencio Team Up for the 'Summer EDITION'
High-End Pizza Dining Experiences
This Papa Johns Dining Experience is Part of a MICHELIN Bid
Music Experience-Focused Beer Campaigns
The Heineken House is Back for 2026 Coachella
European-Inspired Holiday Markets
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel is Hosting a Holiday Market
Wellness Hospitality Series
The 'Luxury Wellbeing Series 2025' will Span Across Asian Cities
Festival Vodka Brand Activations
Absolut Launched Its Heat Haus & New RTD Line at Coachella 2026
Five-Course Gin Journeys
Meliá White House x Edinburgh Gin Present the 'Supper Club'
Global Hospitality Expansions
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Announces New Plans for Its Business
Festive Cognac Pop-Ups
LOUIS XIII Transforms the Peninsula Hotel with a Winter Pop-Up
Personal Care-Focused Olympic Initiatives
Procter & Gamble Hosts the Champions Clubhouse
Experiential Play Pop-Ups
IKEA Open House Miami Shares a New Global Collection
Curated Holiday Experiences
The St. Regis Toronto Introduces 'The House of Celebration'
Premium Racing Lounges
American Express Debuts Exclusive Montreal Venue for Grand Prix Weekend
Memorable Mother's Day Experiences
W Toronto Offers an Exlcusive Brunch and High Tea Event
Destination-Driven Travel Pieces
The Ritz-Carlton x Kilometre Paris Reimagines Iconic Places
High-Energy Spirits Festivals
MGM Resorts International Launches Drink Las Vegas
Branded Summer Lunches
MESHKI Debuts Its Viva Resort ’25 Collection with a Soirée in St. Tropez
Color-Informed Hospitality Experiences
Pantone x Mandarin Oriental Makes Cloud Dancer Experiential
Luxurious Italian Spring Menus
TOCA Emphasizes Seasonal Ingredients & Italian Culinary Techniques
Tomato-Themed Dining Experiences
Mutti Tomatoes Hosted an Immersive Dining Experience in London
Immersive Wellbeing Experiences
Healf's Inaugural Wellness Event is Dubbed Healf Experience (HX25)
Website-Based Restaurant Customizations
The 'Wix Restaurant Experiences' Enables Unique Dining
Ultra Luxury Hotel Packages
Michael Kors x Montauk Yacht Club Launch The Jet Set Hotel Package
Curated Holiday Festivities
Shangri-La Toronto Unveiled its 'Enchanted Wonders 2025' Program
Collaborative Esports Tour Events
Intel and Team Liquid are Bringing Experiences Global
Luxurious Mixed-Use Hotel Concepts
Kimpton Era Midtown New York Opens in Manhattan
Luxury Designer Travel Guides
Louis Vuitton Introduced a New Format for its City Guide Resorts
Futuristic Immersive Lighting Experiences
Occhio Merges Illumination with Artistic Expression
Humorous Hotel Campaigns
Marriott Bonvoy x Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Launch a Social Ad
Exclusive Tennis Championship Experiences
American Express is Treating Cardholders & Tennis Fans
Luxury Beachfront Hotels
The Four Seasons Hotel Rio de Janeiro at Leblon Boasts Panoramic Views
Soccer-Inspired RV Platform Initiatives
RV Rental Platform Outdoorsy Targets Soccer Fans
Film Festival-Centric Hospitality Programs
The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto is Going All Out for TIFF
Cinematic Holiday Escapes
Shangri-La Eros New Delhi Introduced the 'Palmera Pool Pop-Up'
Immersive Auto-Focused Artistic Experiences
Lexus Explores the Relation Between Humans & Mobility
Mexican-Culture-Inspired Rooftop Events
'Taste of Mexico' Returns to W Toronto for Cinco de Mayo
Indulgent Mother's Day Experiences
The St. Regis Toronto Celebrates Moms with a 14-Layer Cake
Timepiece-Focused Event Series
Watch Week Aspen 2025 Represents a Significant Evolution
Elevated Hotel Spa Experiences
Kat Florence Hotel Makes Thoughtful Upgrades to the Spa Experience
Unique City-Based Culinary Tours
Tasty Tours Expands Its Lavish Culinary Tour Offerings in Toronto
Holiday-Themed Hospitality Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Announces Its Holiday Plans
Global Tournament-Inspired Stays
The Autograph Collection and JW Marriott Prepare for FIFA 2026
Luxury Safari Camps
The Hyatt Hotel Loyalty Program Expands Its Portfolio with New Experiences
Space Exploration Hotel Experiences
Uplift Aerospace & Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows Partner
Mexican Culinary Pop-Ups
Marriott Bonvoy x Pati Jinich will Festively Transform MI Café
Bespoke Distillery Visitor Experiences
The Dalmore Unveils a Reimagined Guest Experience
Energy Drink Racing Experiences
The Vegas Race Day Experience is Up Grabs in the UK and Ireland
Temporary Olympic Hospitality Venues
CASA DESCENTE Opens in Cortina d'Ampezzo
Luxury Mother's Day Offers
The St. Regis Toronto Offers Multi-Faceted Mother's Day Celebrations
Music-Driven Hospitality Concepts
W Montréal and Billboard Launch Billboard Live at W Montréal
Sensory Museum Experiences
The Museum of Illusions Features Immersive Attractions
Exclusive Easter-Themed Brunches
LOUIX LOUIS and St. Regis Toronto Offer Curated Dining
Luxurious Whisky-Centered Events
St. Regis Toronto’s LOUIX LOUIS Runs the Macallan Tasting Flight
K-Pop Fan Immersed Experiences
SEVENTEEN Airbnb Experiences Immerse Fans in Idol Life
Immersive Dining Partnership
American Express, Resy & Chef’s Table Launch a Culinary Event Series
Film-Inspired Hotel Offerings
Shangri-La Toronto Indulges Guests with the Eat, Play, Love Campaign
Worldwide Service Marketplaces
Airbnb Services are for Booking Everything from Catering to Makeup
High-Profile Experiential Luxury Initiatives
Moët Hennessy is Formula 1 Global Luxury Partner
Hospitality Drink Experiences
The West Hollywood Edition Serves Design-Inspired Cocktails
Thanksgiving-Focused Luxury Dining Menus
The St. Regis Toronto Embraces the Thanksgiving Holiday
Experiential Workshop Programs
The Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Offers Cultural Art Programs
Transformative Luxury Voyage Campaigns
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Debuts Unlike the Rest
Evolutionary Toronto Dining Experiences
The Drake Hotel Unveiled a Reimagined Gen-Z-Forward Menu
High-End Health-Focused Conferences
The Assembly Prioritizes Experiential Engagement for Its Event
Haute Hotel-Branded Travel Experiences
The Latest Four Seasons Private Jet Experience is Luxe
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Immersive Hotel Art Experiences
Nobu Hotel Los Cabos Unveils an Annual on Exhibition Art Event
Luxe Adults-Only Mexican Hotels
La Casa de La Playa Offers a Refined 'Full Moon Night' Stay
Earthy-Textured Nightlife Venues
Scottsdale's Maya Transformed into a Luxe Destination
Racing-Themed Branded Installations
MGM Resorts International Spotlights the Formula 1 Grand Prix
Love-Themed Hotel Experiences
Hotel X Toronto Debuts Sweethearts Retreat & Celebrate Love Packages
Inaugural Dedicated Ski Destinations
Rosewood Hotel Group is Opening a Site in the French Alps
Exclusive High-Profile Party Lounges
GBK Brand Bar Hostes Its Exclusive Pre-Grammy Luxury Lounge
Gastronomic Coffee Experiences
illy Blends Coffee and Fine Dining in a Chef-Led Series
Premium Stadium Hospitality Venues
Valencia CF Introduces the Diamond Club at Nou Mestalla Stadium
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Customized Soccer Tournament Packages
Roadtrips Unveiled 2026 FIFA World Cup Travel Packages
Private Parisian Residences
HIGHSTAY Reimagines Hospitality to Create an Intimate Experience
Olympic Cultural Pavilions
The DESCENTE Peak House Hosts Athletes and Creators
Strategic Urban Development Programs
The Yokohama Silk Renaissance Embraces Global Luxury
Illusory Dining Concepts
A Taste Illusion Experience Plays with Diners' Perception on April 1st
Exclusive Luxury Properties Previews
Home Team Luxury Rentals Debuts Coming Soon Properties
Game-Day Hospitality Experiences
Athletic Club Will Be Located Behind The Athletics’ Home Plate
Curated Romantic Hotel Getaways
The Four Seasons Hotel Montreal Hosted a 2026 V-Day Experience
Hotel Adventure Packages
NUMU San Miguel Launches an Adventure Package for Summer Cultural Escapes
Slumber-Party-Themed Hotel Events
Moxy Hotels x Chloe Fineman Present the 'Bedtime Stories' Series
Floating Nordic Design Exhibitions
The Finnish Design Export & Midsummer Solstice Event is Unique
Experiential Travel Campaigns
The China National Tourist Office in LA Seeks to Promote Travel
Designer Hotel Suites
Omni and Peter Millar Launch Branded Luxury Suites Experience
Elegant Spring-Forward Experiences
Shangri-La Toronto Introduced 'Experience Spring in Bloom'
Multi-Benefit Wellness Bundles
Hotel X Toronto Introduces a New Experience Wellness Package
Localized Hotel Offerings
W Toronto Introduced its 'Live Local, Stay W' Package
Decadent Easter Experiences
The St. Regis Toronto Debuts the Easter Royal Brunch
Immersive Global Wine Experiences
Laithwaites Wine Has Launched Its Summer Passport Series
Festive Rome-Themed Experiences
Six Senses Rome Offers a Uniquely Cultural Holiday Experience
Immersive Art Travel Programs
Marriott launches artist residency stays
Collaborative Culinary Events
La Mar Cocina Peruana Hosts Prime Time: Flavors of the Bay
Global Wine Tasting Kits
Vinebox's January Tasting Experience Features Wine from Around the World
Elevated Resort Culinary Menus
Sunset World Group Upgrades Its Cancun & Riviera Maya Experiences
Celebrity Chef Meal Kits
Celebrity Experiences' Meal Boxes are Curated by Industry-Leading Chefs
A-Lister Vacation Getaways
Trainline x Deuxmoi Partner for Celebrity-Inspired European Itineraries