The Journal
Our pick of the best luxury travel destinations for 2026 — the Maldives, the Amalfi Coast, St Barts, the Seychelles, Monaco and more — and how we choose.
The world's best restaurants in 2026, beyond the rankings: what the 50 Best and Michelin lists measure, Disfrutar, Noma's influence, Kyoto and Tokyo.
NorwegianSpark Editorial
8 April 2026 · 9 min
Fine wine investment: how wine differs from other collectibles, the narrow band that trades, splitting a first cellar and why provenance matters.
NorwegianSpark Editorial
30 March 2026 · 8 min
Hiring a private chef: what the role covers, how pay is structured, yacht and travelling chefs, employment status, and how to run trials and references.
NorwegianSpark Editorial
15 March 2026 · 7 min
Longer-form guides to chartering, collecting and staying well.
The best private island resorts in the world: ten properties from the Maldives to the Seychelles where seclusion and service are the whole point.
Maldives vs Bora Bora: an honest comparison of the two overwater-bungalow icons, so you can choose the right one and book with confidence.
The best tasting menus in the world, from Noma to Eleven Madison Park and the next generation — and how to land the bookings worth fighting for.
Aman Tokyo review: the urban sanctuary on floors 33 to 38 of the Otemachi Tower, and whether it earns its price in a city of superlative hotels.
Luxury cruise or private yacht charter? Seabourn, Regent and Silversea against booking your own boat — how the two experiences differ and which suits you.
Ten GetYourGuide experiences that justify the premium for luxury travellers in 2026: private tours, skip-the-line access and expert-led encounters.