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Travel Daily News
22-05-2025
- Business
- Travel Daily News
St. Regis Hotels and Vilebrequin launch Capsule Collection
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts and Vilebrequin, icon of French Riviera style, debut a limited-edition capsule collection of swimwear, accessories, and games set to launch at select St. Regis Resorts around the world. At the heart of this collaboration is the St. Regis Family Traditions program, which honors the spirited legacy of the Astor family and serves as the foundation for this new chapter. Captivating guests of every generation, from the youngest on the family tree to the seasoned traveler, the program seeks to educate, inspire, and fulfill guests through unexpected experiences on a global scale. Whether uncovering hidden gems on property or connecting with local experts, families are invited to discover more, together. This new era of the Vilebrequin for St. Regis partnership embodies what it means to truly Live Exquisite: this lifestyle collection is designed for meaningful moments, from sandcastle building to seaside adventures. With thoughtful touches like playful prints of resort vacation scenes, adventure-ready accessories, and timeless pieces in classic cabana stripes, it's a celebration of family travel at its most joyful. Following the beloved 2023 limited edition collaboration, this 2025 global iteration introduces a new pack of coastal essentials celebrating St. Regis Resorts the world-over, including boys' and girls' swimsuits, men's swim trunks, women's pareos, and a curated selection of beach games and accessories. Each piece is crafted in exclusive, custom-designed patterns and brought to life through one-of-a-kind illustrations and a new co-branded logo. The designs draw inspiration from the spirit of travel and timeless resort memories, featuring 'Family Traditions,' a nostalgic print celebrating cherished moments from St. Regis Resorts around the world. 'Family Stripes' is rendered in King Cole Red, a bespoke hue inspired by the iconic King Cole Bar at The St. Regis New York, birthplace of the legendary Bloody Mary, once known as the 'Red Snapper.' Anchoring the family-forward spirit of the collection are future family mementos, including a wooden beach paddle set crafted from marine-printed plywood and featuring the Family Traditions motif; a beach bucket set adorned with the new Vilebrequin for St. Regis co-branded logo , thoughtfully designed as a family keepsake ; and a plush cotton towel that serves as an essential complement to the collection's swimwear. The essence of luxury travel lies in unforgettable experiences, and St. Regis Resorts are renowned as the setting for crafting moments that transcend the expected. To celebrate the launch, select St. Regis Resorts will unveil immersive activations that bring the Vilebrequin for St. Regis lifestyle to life. A highlight includes the signature Family Meal: a thoughtfully curated, three-course dining experience served poolside or beachside, complete with the playful beach bucket as a keepsake. In addition, specific properties will showcase design takeovers, featuring Vilebrequin's signature motifs woven into beach cabanas, curated beachside lounges, and resort spaces. Guests can also enjoy thoughtfully designed experiences such as paddle court games, art classes, and bespoke beachside dining, along with reimagined St. Regis Rituals tailored for family leisure. As the day winds down, families can return to spacious, comfortable suites where every detail reflects the warmth of St. Regis hospitality, a feeling that resonates throughout every corner of the resort, inviting families to connect and celebrate together. 'At St. Regis, we've always been inspired by our brand's founding family, the Astors, and their spirit of connection in the most special moments that they celebrated together' said George Fleck, Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts. 'These values remain at the heart of the St. Regis Resort experience today. As we expand into the world's most coveted leisure destinations, we're creating new opportunities for guests to celebrate time together across generations, fostering authentic and meaningful family connections. Partnering with Vilebrequin, a brand known for its refined yet nostalgic approach to resort wear, beautifully complements our Family Traditions programming and our commitment to curating enduring memories.' 'At Vilebrequin, we believe true luxury lives in the memories we create – and the ones we pass on,' says Roland Herlory, CEO of Vilebrequin. 'Our partnership with St. Regis—a brand celebrated for its legacy of tradition and exceptional style – brings that spirit to life through sun-filled, immersive experiences. From our vibrant Saint-Tropez accessories to the House's signature textiles woven into resort life, we're creating meaningful moments families will treasure.' From the Indian Ocean to the Mediterranean, South China Sea, and beyond, the collaboration comes to life with an on-site retail experience at select St. Regis Resorts aligning with each destination's peak season. Along the Indian Ocean, The St. Regis Bali and The St. Regis Langkawi offer tropical serenity, while The St. Regis Mallorca brings coastal charm to the Mediterranean. In the Caribbean, The St. Regis Cap Cana delivers island luxury, and The St. Regis Punta Mita offers laid-back elegance on Mexico's Pacific coast. The St. Regis Bermuda and The St. Regis Bal Harbour invite relaxation along the Atlantic, while The St. Regis Hong Kong and The St. Regis Sanya embrace the spirit of the South China Sea. In the Middle East, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Corniche and The St. Regis Muscat showcase modern glamour by the Gulf. The Vilebrequin for St. Regis capsule collection will also be available at select Vilebrequin flagship stores worldwide. Premier destinations include New York, Miami, Mexico City, Cannes, London, Hong Kong, Singapore, Shanghai, Riyadh, and Dubai and will also be available for purchase online, exclusively at For guests seeking the ultimate family retreat, St. Regis' collection of suites and multi-bedroom villas across resort destinations offer spacious accommodations, bespoke butler service, and tailored Family Traditions programming for all ages, which can be booked at
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Family Vacation Is About to Get a Lot Fancier
Back in 2023, French swimwear brand Vilebrequin first partnered with St. Regis Hotels for a limited-edition collection of trunks, towels, and other beachy stuff inspired by three upcoming (and now opened) resorts. The vibe was luxurious yet unserious—exactly what you'd expect from a couple of companies well versed in the finer points of high-end travel. The only question many fans were left asking was, When will we get more? Today, they get their answer. Vilebrequin and St. Regis have just announced a new installment of their partnership, this timing taking its cues from St. Regis properties across the globe and, naturally, filtering everything through Vilebrequin's sun-soaked creative lens. Design-wise, aside from a new co-branded logo, the stars of the show are a duo of prints dubbed "Family Traditions" and "Family Stripes." The former features sketches of a variety of seaside stuff—think sandcastles and surfing—likely to end up in a scrapbook (or digital album) dedicated to your latest vacation. The latter is simple white-and-red vertical stripes with a hidden backstory: The "King Cole Red" is a bespoke color inspired by the bar of the same name at the St. Regis New York, otherwise known as the birthplace of the Bloody Mary. There are swimsuits for men and kids, women's pareo wraps, and a few toys to boot. The wooden beach paddle set is great if you're looking for an heirloom, but we're also loving the fact that there's a seriously upgraded version of the sort of beach bucket set—complete with starfish and dolphin sand molds and a little shovel—you can find at the drugstore. To drive home the family-friendly message, select St. Regis locations will be offering activations like a three-course poolside or beachside "Family Meal." There will also be tweaked versions of other St. Regis activities, designed to appeal to older and younger generations alike. And, of course, some locations will get the full Vilebrequin visual treatment, with the brand's playful prints emblazoned across cabanas, lounges, and more. It's a far cry—in both spirit and price—from cramming the kids in the car and day-tripping it to the shore with a few sandwiches in the cooler. But if you're able and inclined to make the invesment, it's one very good way to splash out with the family this summer. You Might Also Like Kid Cudi Is All Right 16 Best Shoe Organizers For Storing and Displaying Your Kicks
Web Release
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
VILEBREQUIN SUMMER 25 COLLECTION PLUNGES YOU INTO THE GOLDEN AGE OF DISCO
Web Release Selection Lifestyle By Editor_wr On May 9, 2025 SHIMMY CHIC It's 1975 all over again. 'Ah, love to love you baby…' caresses the airwaves every time you cruise down to the beach. Meanwhile, Vilebrequin's groovy swim trunks are taking over the actual waves with their seductive new look. Born in 1971, Vilebrequin was there for the dawn of disco. What a time! From the coasts of Saint-Tropez and Ibiza to the strobes of Studio 54, you could feel a genuine breeze of liberation, joy, and self-expression in the air. Times may have changed, but the Vilebrequin spirit hasn't. The new Summer 25 collection features plenty of lamé, sparkle, and elegantly upbeat styles to keep you singing 'Yes sir, I can boogie' into next summer and beyond. DISCO INFERN'EAU! Forget foam parties. Next summer's collection turns the pool into your discothèque—or is it the opposite? Striking metallic stretch jersey one-pieces set the tone: dripping in 70s glamour and fun, they are an outfit all on their own! Add matching pants to really rock the boat. Vilebrequin craftsmanship steals the floor with breathtakingly detailed sequin-effect bikinis and decadent jacquard broché turtle trunks to help you dazzle as you do the hustle. Show them who's daddy cool with matching Disco Starfish swimwear and ready-to-wear—tailored to accompany your own glittering version of 'We Are Family'. BORN TO BE ALIVE Tennis, swimming, or dating? Pick your sport. Shorts are shorter, dresses and playsuits liberate the silhouette, while matching accessories create an allure as sharp as your serve. In timeless navy and white, a newly designed VBQ monogram punctuates the main summer collection for a sleek party-ready aesthetic. Perfect with a medallion—or without. Summer 25 sees the new VBQ Line leap into action, introducing a versatile and easy-to-style wardrobe, made for living in. SUPER-NATURE Vilebrequin has always danced to its own beat: a unique blend of sophistication and free-spiritedness. Let your imagination run wild next summer with natural hues and shapes. From the Madrague women's print to broderie anglaise, embroidered muslin, and delicate jellyfish motifs, there are many ways to summer at a more gentle tempo—for you and the planet. 100% of Vilebrequin men's swimwear and 85% of all collections are now crafted in recycled, organic, or natural materials. Next summer, get ready to go to trunk-y town with our latest chic innovation: swim shorts tailored from pure linen—breathable, sustainable, and supernatural. That's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh, we like it. Vilebrequin has dedicated over 50 summers to refining the art of vacation—always with a sense of playful optimism. The secret to the House's longevity? Never losing sight of the joy, lightness, and freedom of Saint-Tropez in 1971, where our swimsuit legend began. That, and an obsession with durable, high-quality tailoring you can vacation in for years—and others after you. VILEBREQUIN SUMMER 25 COLLECTION PLUNGES YOU INTO THE GOLDEN AGE OF DISCO Comments are closed.
CNN
30-01-2025
- Business
- CNN
Carbon-conscious travelers can now sail across the Atlantic in a wind-powered cargo ship
Described as world's largest cargo ship with sails, the Artemis docked in New York on Monday afternoon after a 32-day journey from the port of Les Havre in northern France. It unloaded around 1,000 tons of French liqueur, champagne, Vilebrequin swimsuits, Bonne Maman jam – and four passengers. They were part of a test run by French startup TransOceanic Wind Transport (TOWT), which has just opened up cabins on its fleet of cargo ships, inaugurated last year, to members of the public looking for a greener route across the Atlantic. With 52-meter-tall (170 feet) carbon masts and a whopping 2,100 square meters (23,000 square feet) of sail surface, these ships travel at an average of 11 nautical miles per hour, sometimes reaching as high as 17 when the winds are in their favor. In comparison, an engine-powered container ship travels at an average of around 14 nautical miles per hour. Although equipped with a backup diesel engine used for steering into port, TOWT estimates that its ships reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by more than 90% compared to cargo vessels that use fossil fuels. And they pale in comparison to airplane emissions: 'Our carbon footprint is between five and 10 kilos (per person), compared to around a ton of CO2 if you get a plane (from Paris to New York),' says TOWT's CEO, Guillaume Le Grand. With more and more people choosing not to fly due to climate change, Le Grand noticed an increased demand for low-carbon travel. While trains are a popular alternative overland, he saw a gap in the market for transatlantic routes. 'If you want to go to America and don't want to emit any carbon emissions, two months ago, you had to swim or take a small sailboat like Greta Thunberg did,' Le Grand joked, referring to Thunberg's 2019 voyage from the UK to New York to attend a UN climate conference. 'Now, with us, you can come with your family and stay in really decent cabins.' In each ship, there will be up to six double cabins available to passengers, who share the vessel with seven or so crew members, while hundreds of pallets of goods are stored in the holds. TOWT plans to roll out a regular service on its two operational ships, Anemos and Artemis, from March, offering trips between France, the US, Colombia, Brazil and the Caribbean islands of Guadeloupe. The company has six more vessels under construction, and by 2027, it hopes to offer weekly departures across its fleet. Still, the ship's primary purpose is to get cargo from A to B. 'It's a passage,' Le Grand stresses, 'you're certainly not coming on a cruise vessel.' The cabins are simple: a paneled room with bunks or twin beds, a desk, a wardrobe and portholes. And while there is a communal area with bookshelves crammed with French classics and more, there is little other entertainment available, besides perhaps some yoga on the deck and the occasional workshop from a crew member, on marine knots or astronomical navigation. But guests can relax: they can read, or write a diary, observe marine fauna from the deck and get to know the crew. There is good food, Le Grand says, including fresh fish, and there is good broadband. 'People could simply work from the vessel,' he adds. For the France to New York trip, TOWT is currently charging €2,550 ($2,675), which amounts to around €150 ($155) per day, but this is expected to rise to around €200 ($210) per day once it has fine-tuned the service. The price includes accommodation, meals, and internet access, and there is no luggage limit, giving it an advantage over plane travel. But guests do need to have time and flexibility: journeys can typically vary between 15 and 20 days from France to New York; trips to Brazil or Guadeloupe will take up to 25 days, and exact arrival and departure dates may change depending on the weather. Due to the exceptionally rough weather of the last two weeks, the maiden passenger voyage had to re-route, arriving in New York after 32 days at sea, whereas a container ship would take an average of around 18 days. According to Tim Williamson, joint managing director of Responsible Travel, an agency specializing in environmentally friendly holidays, who's not involved with TOWT, there is increasing demand for 'lower carbon travel choices that help you slow down.' He says the agency has seen a 48% increase in enquiries for rail holidays over the last three years, and while he admits he has not seen much demand for transatlantic sailing, more people are looking for experiences that provide a deeper connection with the culture, wildlife and landscapes of the places they are visiting. Where TOWT has an advantage is that there are very few alternatives offering Atlantic crossings. While container ships used to offer cabins for passengers, most intercontinental services have dried up since the Covid-19 pandemic, and the vessels consume fossil fuels. There are cruise liners run by shipping line Cunard offering seven-day crossings between Europe and the US, but these also have a considerable carbon footprint. Sailing options are few and far between: Another World Adventures offers transatlantic 'adventure sailing' holidays, marketed as an experience rather than a means of transport, and Voyage Vert, a travel company looking to create a fleet of wind-powered ferries transporting passengers across the globe, is only in early concept stages. TOWT says that since announcing the service, it has received interest from more than 1,500 people, with a range of motivations. A lot of demand comes from those wanting a low-carbon journey, says Le Grand, but there are also sailing fanatics looking for an adventure, or cargo owners that want to send employees to report on the journey of their product. He estimates that the passenger service will make up around 4% of the company's revenue. The decision to introduce it was less driven by profit, he says, and more by the fact that they wanted to help fight climate change. Decarbonizing the shipping industry has always been TOWT's central goal. The sector accounts for 3% of human-caused global emissions, and despite attempts to adopt alternative fuels or develop wind-assisted technologies, the transition is proving slow. TOWT, which was founded in 2011, wanted to show that for some goods, sailing is still a viable option, and in 2022, the company upgraded its fleet. Le Grand says that for around $500 you can send a pallet, carrying about a ton of goods, from Europe to the US on one of its ships. While prices vary, fossil-fuel powered container ships cost upwards of $200 per pallet for the same journey. He says that in general TOWT is appealing to high-end customers with non-refrigerated goods, such as coffee, olive oil, wine and spirits. These companies don't mind paying a little more for a slightly longer journey with less frequent departures, if it means they can lower their emissions and give their product the 'Anemos' stamp – a label with a QR code that shows consumers it has been transported via sailboat. 'We are comfortable with the fact that we premiumize the offer,' says Le Grand. 'If you come to us, it is like when you go to an organic market. You're not going to get the cheapest, but you're going to have an organic product – something that's making a difference to your health and to the planet.' Yet increasingly TOWT's customer base is diversifying away from solely luxury products. It has received shipments of electronics from companies like Orange Telecom, as well as parts for planes and cars, and cosmetics. Le Grand believes this is a result of a volatile freight market and regulations incentivizing cargo owners to reduce their emissions. He admits that with only two ships in operation currently – carrying 2,000 tons of goods between them – it may be a drop in the ocean in terms of reducing global emissions. But he hopes that the cargo service, along with the passenger transport, helps to bolster sailing as a realistic, low-carbon alternative for transporting both cargo and people.
CNN
30-01-2025
- Business
- CNN
Carbon-conscious travelers can now sail across the Atlantic in a wind-powered cargo ship
Described as world's largest cargo ship with sails, the Artemis docked in New York on Monday afternoon after a 32-day journey from the port of Les Havre in northern France. It unloaded around 1,000 tons of French liqueur, champagne, Vilebrequin swimsuits, Bonne Maman jam – and four passengers. They were part of a test run by French startup TransOceanic Wind Transport (TOWT), which has just opened up cabins on its fleet of cargo ships, inaugurated last year, to members of the public looking for a greener route across the Atlantic. With 52-meter-tall (170 feet) carbon masts and a whopping 2,100 square meters (23,000 square feet) of sail surface, these ships travel at an average of 11 nautical miles per hour, sometimes reaching as high as 17 when the winds are in their favor. In comparison, an engine-powered container ship travels at an average of around 14 nautical miles per hour. Although equipped with a backup diesel engine used for steering into port, TOWT estimates that its ships reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by more than 90% compared to cargo vessels that use fossil fuels. And they pale in comparison to airplane emissions: 'Our carbon footprint is between five and 10 kilos (per person), compared to around a ton of CO2 if you get a plane (from Paris to New York),' says TOWT's CEO, Guillaume Le Grand. With more and more people choosing not to fly due to climate change, Le Grand noticed an increased demand for low-carbon travel. While trains are a popular alternative overland, he saw a gap in the market for transatlantic routes. 'If you want to go to America and don't want to emit any carbon emissions, two months ago, you had to swim or take a small sailboat like Greta Thunberg did,' Le Grand joked, referring to Thunberg's 2019 voyage from the UK to New York to attend a UN climate conference. 'Now, with us, you can come with your family and stay in really decent cabins.' In each ship, there will be up to six double cabins available to passengers, who share the vessel with seven or so crew members, while hundreds of pallets of goods are stored in the holds. TOWT plans to roll out a regular service on its two operational ships, Anemos and Artemis, from March, offering trips between France, the US, Colombia, Brazil and the Caribbean islands of Guadeloupe. The company has six more vessels under construction, and by 2027, it hopes to offer weekly departures across its fleet. Still, the ship's primary purpose is to get cargo from A to B. 'It's a passage,' Le Grand stresses, 'you're certainly not coming on a cruise vessel.' The cabins are simple: a paneled room with bunks or twin beds, a desk, a wardrobe and portholes. And while there is a communal area with bookshelves crammed with French classics and more, there is little other entertainment available, besides perhaps some yoga on the deck and the occasional workshop from a crew member, on marine knots or astronomical navigation. But guests can relax: they can read, or write a diary, observe marine fauna from the deck and get to know the crew. There is good food, Le Grand says, including fresh fish, and there is good broadband. 'People could simply work from the vessel,' he adds. For the France to New York trip, TOWT is currently charging €2,550 ($2,675), which amounts to around €150 ($155) per day, but this is expected to rise to around €200 ($210) per day once it has fine-tuned the service. The price includes accommodation, meals, and internet access, and there is no luggage limit, giving it an advantage over plane travel. But guests do need to have time and flexibility: journeys can typically vary between 15 and 20 days from France to New York; trips to Brazil or Guadeloupe will take up to 25 days, and exact arrival and departure dates may change depending on the weather. Due to the exceptionally rough weather of the last two weeks, the maiden passenger voyage had to re-route, arriving in New York after 32 days at sea, whereas a container ship would take an average of around 18 days. According to Tim Williamson, joint managing director of Responsible Travel, an agency specializing in environmentally friendly holidays, who's not involved with TOWT, there is increasing demand for 'lower carbon travel choices that help you slow down.' He says the agency has seen a 48% increase in enquiries for rail holidays over the last three years, and while he admits he has not seen much demand for transatlantic sailing, more people are looking for experiences that provide a deeper connection with the culture, wildlife and landscapes of the places they are visiting. Where TOWT has an advantage is that there are very few alternatives offering Atlantic crossings. While container ships used to offer cabins for passengers, most intercontinental services have dried up since the Covid-19 pandemic, and the vessels consume fossil fuels. There are cruise liners run by shipping line Cunard offering seven-day crossings between Europe and the US, but these also have a considerable carbon footprint. Sailing options are few and far between: Another World Adventures offers transatlantic 'adventure sailing' holidays, marketed as an experience rather than a means of transport, and Voyage Vert, a travel company looking to create a fleet of wind-powered ferries transporting passengers across the globe, is only in early concept stages. TOWT says that since announcing the service, it has received interest from more than 1,500 people, with a range of motivations. A lot of demand comes from those wanting a low-carbon journey, says Le Grand, but there are also sailing fanatics looking for an adventure, or cargo owners that want to send employees to report on the journey of their product. He estimates that the passenger service will make up around 4% of the company's revenue. The decision to introduce it was less driven by profit, he says, and more by the fact that they wanted to help fight climate change. Decarbonizing the shipping industry has always been TOWT's central goal. The sector accounts for 3% of human-caused global emissions, and despite attempts to adopt alternative fuels or develop wind-assisted technologies, the transition is proving slow. TOWT, which was founded in 2011, wanted to show that for some goods, sailing is still a viable option, and in 2022, the company upgraded its fleet. Le Grand says that for around $500 you can send a pallet, carrying about a ton of goods, from Europe to the US on one of its ships. While prices vary, fossil-fuel powered container ships cost upwards of $200 per pallet for the same journey. He says that in general TOWT is appealing to high-end customers with non-refrigerated goods, such as coffee, olive oil, wine and spirits. These companies don't mind paying a little more for a slightly longer journey with less frequent departures, if it means they can lower their emissions and give their product the 'Anemos' stamp – a label with a QR code that shows consumers it has been transported via sailboat. 'We are comfortable with the fact that we premiumize the offer,' says Le Grand. 'If you come to us, it is like when you go to an organic market. You're not going to get the cheapest, but you're going to have an organic product – something that's making a difference to your health and to the planet.' Yet increasingly TOWT's customer base is diversifying away from solely luxury products. It has received shipments of electronics from companies like Orange Telecom, as well as parts for planes and cars, and cosmetics. Le Grand believes this is a result of a volatile freight market and regulations incentivizing cargo owners to reduce their emissions. He admits that with only two ships in operation currently – carrying 2,000 tons of goods between them – it may be a drop in the ocean in terms of reducing global emissions. But he hopes that the cargo service, along with the passenger transport, helps to bolster sailing as a realistic, low-carbon alternative for transporting both cargo and people.
