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
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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Immersive Multi-Brand Beauty Pop-Ups
Sephora Partners with Amorepacific for 'Seoul in the City'
Tennis-Themed Activations
The LALO Clubhouse Serves Up Tennis and Tequila at Thompson Central Park
Next-Gen K-Beauty Pop-Ups
MUSKAT Hosted a Five Day Immersive Experience in L.A.
Elegant Luxury Hotel Designs
Alexander &CO. Completes the Mondrian Luxury Lifestyle Hotel
Luxurious Holiday Experiences
St. Regis Toronto Debuts Seasonal Programming Across Multiple Venues
Summer Fragrance-Inspired Pop-Ups
Maison Margiela Launched a Pop-Up Café in Amsterdam
Gin Cocktail Experiences
Fords Gin Hosted its 'Beyond the Pour' Experience at Rockefeller Center
Festive Toronto Cognac Experiences
The Hazelton Hotel Presents a Bespoke LOUIS XIII Winter Pop-Up
Wellness Brand Experiences
Pilates and Influencer Events Are Shaping Lifestyle Marketing in Peru
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
Experiential Multisensory Pop-Ups
Pleasing's Immersive PleasingLand Includes a “Scent Arcade”
Exclusive Film Festival Experiences
Shangri-La Toronto x TIFF Celebrate 50 Years
Event-Inspired Luxury Spirits
Clase Azul Releases a World Cup-Themed Collectible Tequila
Entertainment-Driven Distilleries
Ole Smoky and Yee-Haw create immersive brewery venues
Luxury Fashion-Inspired Hospitality Initiatives
Burberry and the Standard Ibiza Hotel Partner
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
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
Curated Film Festival Experiences
The St. Regis Toronto Offers TIFF-Inspired Food & Beverage Menus
Immersive Soccer Hubs
adidas Unveiled its Toronto Brand Hub for the FIFA World Cup
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Experiential Beauty Campaigns
Heathrow Airport Launched Immersive Beauty Experiences
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
Soccer-Themed Golf Experiences
Topgolf Runs an International Soccer-Themed Experience
Vibrant Luxury Theme Parks
BON Luxury Theme Park Aims to Transform Worldwide Travel
Elegant Sport Heritage Experiences
The Plaza x Lacoste Present the 'Tennis-Inspired Afternoon Tea'
Exclusive Poolside Pop-Ups
EDITION and El Silencio Team Up for the 'Summer EDITION'
Martini-Themed Immersive Campaigns
No. 3 London Dry Gin Debuts the Martini Fitting Boutique
High-End Pizza Dining Experiences
This Papa Johns Dining Experience is Part of a MICHELIN Bid
European-Inspired Holiday Markets
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel is Hosting a Holiday Market
Luxe Wellness Apparel Activations
alo Yoga Featured a Minimalist French Riviera Takeover
Wellness Hospitality Series
The 'Luxury Wellbeing Series 2025' will Span Across Asian Cities
Strategic Hospitality Venue Rebrands
Hotel Maya is Becoming Simply The Maya in June 2026
Five-Course Gin Journeys
Meliá White House x Edinburgh Gin Present the 'Supper Club'
Luxury Eyewear Pop-Ups
Prada Opens an Immersive Eyewear Boutique at The Grove
Festive Cognac Pop-Ups
LOUIS XIII Transforms the Peninsula Hotel with a Winter Pop-Up
Global Hospitality Expansions
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Announces New Plans for Its Business
Personal Care-Focused Olympic Initiatives
Procter & Gamble Hosts the Champions Clubhouse
Experiential Play Pop-Ups
IKEA Open House Miami Shares a New Global Collection
Luxe Trackside Hospitality Experiences
Off Grid Hospitality Emphasizes Luxury at Grand Prix 2026
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
High-Energy Spirits Festivals
MGM Resorts International Launches Drink Las Vegas
World Cup Travel Solutions
Kindred Built Its Home Swap Collection for World Cup Host Cities
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
Story-Driven Adventure Tourism
Disney Expands Immersive Guided Travel Across Europe and Asia
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 Wellness Events
FUEGO’s Soul X Science Returned to London on May 16
Immersive Wellbeing Experiences
Healf's Inaugural Wellness Event is Dubbed Healf Experience (HX25)
Website-Based Restaurant Customizations
The 'Wix Restaurant Experiences' Enables Unique Dining
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Curated Holiday Festivities
Shangri-La Toronto Unveiled its 'Enchanted Wonders 2025' Program
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
Luxury Sports Hospitality
The Ritz-Carlton Blends SailGP Access With Experiential Travel Packages
Retail-Focused Soccer-Themed Fan Experiences
Simon Joins Forces with addias Ahead of FIFA
Luxury Designer Travel Guides
Louis Vuitton Introduced a New Format for its City Guide Resorts
Immersive Dining Partnership
American Express, Resy & Chef’s Table Launch a Culinary Event Series
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
Cinematic Holiday Escapes
Shangri-La Eros New Delhi Introduced the 'Palmera Pool Pop-Up'
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
Immersive Auto-Focused Artistic Experiences
Lexus Explores the Relation Between Humans & Mobility
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
World Cup Hotel Destinations
World of Blue Launched Its Redesigned FIFA World Cup Hospitality Hub
Elevated Soccer-Focused Hotel Experiences
The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto Boasts Private Game Day Suites
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
Premium Stadium Hospitality Venues
Valencia CF Introduces the Diamond Club at Nou Mestalla Stadium
Bespoke Distillery Visitor Experiences
The Dalmore Unveils a Reimagined Guest Experience
Temporary Olympic Hospitality Venues
CASA DESCENTE Opens in Cortina d'Ampezzo
Energy Drink Racing Experiences
The Vegas Race Day Experience is Up Grabs in the UK and Ireland
Luxuriously Warm Hospitality Venues
Ste Marie Designed Two Interconnected Hospitality Venues
World Cup Travel Packages
Raffles Boston Offers a Luxury World Cup Stay with Helicopter Transfers
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
Designer Hotel Suites
Omni and Peter Millar Launch Branded Luxury Suites Experience
Luxury Lifestyle Festivals
Informa Markets & Hk Tourism Board Launch the Festival of Connoisseurs
High-Profile Experiential Luxury Initiatives
Moët Hennessy is Formula 1 Global Luxury Partner
Extraordinary Rentable Venues
Peerspace Announces Its 2026 Open Door Awards
Hospitality Drink Experiences
The West Hollywood Edition Serves Design-Inspired Cocktails
Experiential Workshop Programs
The Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Offers Cultural Art Programs
Scent-Led Dining Experiences
Aroma by Tia Rosa Has Guests Choose What They Eat by Smell, Not Sight
Stadium Stay Experiences
Marriott Bonvoy Introduces a World Cup Final Sleepover Suite for Fans
Experiential Travel Campaigns
The China National Tourist Office in LA Seeks to Promote Travel
World Cup Hospitality Kits
Newark’s ‘Stay & Play’ Packages Turn Hotels into FIFA 2026 Fan Hubs
Glamorous Pop-Up Speakeasy Experiences
Raffles Hotel Le Royal Has Launched Mindy's
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
Immersive Designer-Led Activations
Kohler House Party Reframes Renovation as Social & Inspiring
Immersive K-Culture Expos
K-EXPO USA Combines K-Pop, Food and Lifestyle Experiences
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
Wellness-Focused Summer Offerings
Shangri-La Toronto Introduced its 'Summer in Motion' Experience
Luxe Adults-Only Mexican Hotels
La Casa de La Playa Offers a Refined 'Full Moon Night' Stay
Elegant Spring-Forward Experiences
Shangri-La Toronto Introduced 'Experience Spring in Bloom'
Immersive Cultural Dining Experiences
HIRAKUZA Ginza Tokyo Combines Sumo Wrestling with Dining
Racing-Themed Branded Installations
MGM Resorts International Spotlights the Formula 1 Grand Prix
Hotel Fashion Collaborations
Palace Hotel Tokyo Launched Its Dior Bamboo Pavilion Stay Package
Love-Themed Hotel Experiences
Hotel X Toronto Debuts Sweethearts Retreat & Celebrate Love Packages
Customized Soccer Tournament Packages
Roadtrips Unveiled 2026 FIFA World Cup Travel Packages
Private Parisian Residences
HIGHSTAY Reimagines Hospitality to Create an Intimate Experience
Gastronomic Coffee Experiences
illy Blends Coffee and Fine Dining in a Chef-Led Series
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
Grand Prix Hospitality Deals
Hilton Grand Vacations Has Returned to the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix
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
Event-Led Luxury Cruises
VidantaWorld Builds Yacht Itineraries Around Eclipses and Cultural Events
Olympic Cultural Pavilions
The DESCENTE Peak House Hosts Athletes and Creators
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
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Immersive Global Wine Experiences
Laithwaites Wine Has Launched Its Summer Passport Series
Immersive Art Travel Programs
Marriott launches artist residency stays
Festive Rome-Themed Experiences
Six Senses Rome Offers a Uniquely Cultural Holiday Experience
Hyper-Local Guided Culinary Experiences
Tasty Tours Toronto Debuts New Guided Experiences
Points-Powered Sports Travel
point.me Helps Fans Use Rewards for World Cup Travel and Tickets
Collaborative Culinary Events
La Mar Cocina Peruana Hosts Prime Time: Flavors of the Bay
Berlin-Based Summer Hospitality Experiences
Wilmina Boasts Its Rooftop Pool and Special Packages
Decadent Easter Experiences
The St. Regis Toronto Debuts the Easter Royal Brunch
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
Chef-Led Resort Experiences
The Ritz-Carlton Oʻahu Launches Culinary Events with Island Chefs
Global Sourcing-Focused Innovation Events
Made-In-China.com Hosted the Amazing April 2026 Event
Celebrity Chef Meal Kits
Celebrity Experiences' Meal Boxes are Curated by Industry-Leading Chefs
Stadium Fan Festivals
FIFA Turns the LA Coliseum into a Multi-Day Fan Experience Hub
A-Lister Vacation Getaways
Trainline x Deuxmoi Partner for Celebrity-Inspired European Itineraries