Internet users in the United States generate 66.3 percent of global searches for luxury hotel brands with New York securing the No. 1 spot as the most-searched for destination, according to a new report from Digital Luxury Group.

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Recent articles have profiled how selective luxury hotels are actively involving staff in redesigning the patron experience. The assumption is that employees know what customers request and can anticipate their needs, creating an improved customer experience.

Luxury hotels should cater to today’s younger, more adventurous affluent traveler who is seeking exotic locations and packages to be immersed in new cultures.

The Leading Hotels of the World is refreshing its digital strategy through a new Web site that offers content to help consumers plan their trip along with a simplified booking platform.

The Peninsula Bangkok is engaging adventurous guests in native cultural activities to celebrate Thailand’s Songkran Festival April 10-17.

Four Seasons Hotel, Baku, Azerbaijan, is attracting guests with a series of special offers throughout the hotel to celebrate International Women’s Day.

Hotel chain Ritz-Carlton is partnering with Asprey to boost the hotel experience by offering the British jeweler and silvermith’s amenities in every guestroom.

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is increasing spring bookings with an Easter package that offers guests suite accommodation and traditional afternoon tea.

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, is boosting foot traffic by creating special offers as the official hotel of the inaugural Art Basel May 23-26 in Hong Kong.