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Luxury Travel Advisor & Marketing Consultant | I make your dream vacation a reality | ex-Marriott and Autograph Collection | Marketing Leader, Mentor & SXSW Speaker

Ever walk into a hotel and instantly feel transported to another time and place? That’s the power of an iconic hotel. ⭐️The Carlyle in NYC ⭐️The Beverly Hills Hotel ⭐️Claridge's London ⭐️The Ritz Paris These hotels aren't just about luxury - they also share a powerful secret: authenticity. These iconic hotels deliver genuine experiences steeped in history, creating a palpable energy that resonates with guests. And many employees work there for decades, demonstrating loyalty and devotion. In a world obsessed with trends, they prove that timeless character is the true mark of luxury. What are your thoughts on the importance of authenticity in the hospitality industry? What do you think makes a hotel iconic?

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Max Sydenham

Web Experience @ Indeed

5mo

How do you think a newer hotel should work to create the type of authentic experience you're describing here? Claridges has had some 212 years of advantage to build up their vibe. It's almost cheating!

Tricia Bonham

Award Winning Sales & Marketing Professional | SaaS, Real Estate | Mom, CCA Business Coach, Speaker & Trainer | Mental Health Advocate

5mo

Hotel del Coronado in SD so iconic, also Hotel Monteleone in NOLA - hello? carousel in the lobby!

Joshua Rolfe

Brokerage Advisor @ ECR | Industrial Flex Warehousing | Master's Degree in Real Estate Development | WSET 2

5mo

Stayed at the The Beverly Hills Hotel a few years ago. Very cool location. They had the pool closed due to them filming a TV series.

Amanda Foley

PR strategist for founders challenging conventional thinking. Authentic communication powered by energetics. Clients in WSJ, Forbes, Women'sHealth, HuffPo, Yahoo, MBG and top pods. *No sales pitches via DM please.

5mo

I so agree! I’ve stayed at a couple of the hotels you mentioned and we just spent a week at the Greenbrier in West Virginia. The character and atmosphere were all of the things you describe above, making for an amazing experience.

Meg Clarke

500+ clients getting found on Google | Founder of 👏 Clapping Dog Media + 🪩The Search Party

5mo

OOOOO thanks! I am adding these to my wish list!

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