In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Reveals The Phantom Cherry Blossom, plan your spring getaway at Amanjena, Marrakech before its June refurbishment, be among the first to stay at Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, and more.
The Phantom Cherry Blossom is Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ Ode To Spring
The beauty of Japan is currently in full bloom, quite literally, with the arrival of cherry blossoms for spring. Although the beauty of this natural spectacle is fleeting, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has captured the glory of the delicate flowers with a bespoke one-of-one commission—the Phantom Cherry Blossom. A masterpiece three years in the making, its Bespoke Starlight Headliner is adorned with an embroidered cherry bough, sprinkled with delicate white blossoms. To create the sensation of sitting beneath a flowering tree within the motor car, intricate embroidery comprising 250,000 stiches were required. It also features the first-ever application of sculptural 3D embroidery in a Rolls-Royce vehicle, pioneering a new technique that gives the falling flower petals a tactile, sculptural quality which grace the partition wall.
Celebrate The Spring Season With Amanjena, Marrakech
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Amanjena introduces several new experiences, taking advantage of the perfect weather for exploration. Guests interested in photography will enjoy ‘Capturing Marrakech’, which takes guests beyond tourist trails to discover lesser-known gems, from bustling souks to secret gardens. Meanwhile, the ‘Mindful Ceramic Workshop’ showcases the craftsmanship of traditional Moroccan pottery. With the guide of a local artisan designer, guests will learn age-old techniques passed down through generations, crafting a unique piece of their own. New experiences aside, guests can also experience the resort’s regular activities such as ‘Exploring the Stars’, which offers a guided tour of the night sky; the one-of-a-kind ‘Agafay Desert Dining’, where guests will get to experience secret Berber feasting spots on camelback; and hot air balloon rides to discover the expanse of Morocco’s beauty from above.
Revel in Amanjena’s lush gardens and beautiful weather before its brief closing in June for refurbishment. Its reopening is set for Autumn 2025. For reservations and enquiries, click here.
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Is Now Open For Bookings
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The highly anticipated hotel is set to launch in June, situated at the top floors of Merdeka 118, the tallest skyscraper in Asia Pacific. Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur spans 252 spacious rooms and suites with soaring panoramas and interiors that honour Malaysia’s cultural heritage and traditional crafts. Enjoy a wellness journey like never before on the 99th floor and new dining concepts on the 75th floor with stunning views of the city skyline. The Opening Offer is now available (starting from RM1,500) with daily breakfast for two, complimentary parking, and 500 World of Hyatt bonus points. Opt for The Suite Escape for additional bespoke offerings, such as artisanal treats by award-winning executive pastry chef Holger Deh, a private cultural experience featuring a visit to Rumah Penghulu Abu Seman, and RM650 worth of hotel credits to use at the hotel’s restaurants and spa.
For bookings and enquiries, click here.
Piaget Introduces Two New Limelight Gala Creations
First created in 1973, the Limelight Gala has become an icon of timeless sophistication that has inspired hundreds of iterations. The two new timepieces with 32mm cases are powered by the self-winding 501P1 Manufacture movement, and feature a revived hand-engraved motif across the dial and bracelet from Piaget’s archives, which pays homage to its reputation as the House of Gold. The engraved finishing is worked by a single master-engraver over two days to ensure consistency, resulting in a wavy effect pattern. One is framed by 42 brilliant white diamonds weighing 4.74 carats while the second, the Mesmerizing Burgundy model, features a burgundy hue on its dial, surrounded by a carefully curated gradient of gemstones ranging from diamonds to pale pink sapphires and deep red rubies.
GlenAllachie Has Been Crowned Winners of The World’s Best Single Malt, Again
Imagine tasting the satisfyingly complex yet perfectly balanced flavours of dried apple, gourmet chutney, orange zest, nutmeg, and cinnamon, all in a single malt whisky. Such is the flavour profile of the carefully crafted 12-year-old from GlenAllachie, a leading independent Scotch whisky brand owned by industry veteran and qualified chemist Billy Walker. The single malt, which was matured on-site in Pedro Ximénez, oloroso, and virgin oak casks have been given the honour of the World’s Best Single Malt at the prestigious World Whiskies Awards. In 2021, the Speyside-based distillery previously won the same title with its 10-year-old Cask Strength Batch 4 single malt.
Upgrade Your Kicks With Dior’s Prototype-Inspired D-Sketch Sneakers
A retro-inspired silhouette with a sleek two-tone sole, Dior’s D-Sketch sneaker was previously featured at the maison’s Spring/Summer 2025 ready-to-wear show, designed with a ‘work-in-progress’ approach, wherein hand-drawn pencil marks are replicated through screen-painting by its artisans. Carefully assembled, the sneaker is layered with nylon for structure, beige suede insets for contrast, asymmetrical topstitching, and the name Christian Dior inscribed on the sides in handwritten script to reflect its prototype concept. Perforated leather ensures breathability and lightness, while a padded interior offers optimal comfort. Completing the design are double lacing and two variations of its signature branding—one reimagined in a contemporary style—placed on the tongue and back. The sneakers are now available in stores.
The Minotti Outdoor Seating System, Amii, Is Perfect For Social Occasions
Designed by Nendo, the Amii’s main feature is in its woven backrest, composed of high and low configurations to provide modularity and versatility—whether to lean back freely or for added neck support. The Amii got its name from the Japanese interpretation of fishing nets, inspired by the mesh panels of its backrest, cradling those seated in it just as it does with fish in the sea. The complete collection also features coffee tables and storage ottomans, inspired by the woven cords of the seating system. Amii is available at XTRA Furniture, a premier importer and retailer of a selection of leading brands, including Minotti.
Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club Partners With Sir Nick Faldo
Sime Darby Property’s Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club (KLGCC) has made its name as a world-class golf course, which has played host to major tournaments such as the PGA Tour and the European Tour. The club has now partnered with golf legend and six-time Major Champion, Sir Nick Faldo, who has officially joined as their new Golf Course Design Consultant. Faldo’s first project in Malaysia will include enhancing the club’s East Course together with his Faldo Design Team to leverage on the existing natural landscape of the course, including its lush trees, water features, and appealing terrain. The partnership will also involve KLGCC hosting two prestigious Faldo Series tournaments—the Faldo Junior Tour and the Faldo Futures Malaysia Qualifying Event.
