Luxe AF: These Hotels Are All About the Extra

Pillow talk, but make it monogrammed.

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Amelia Edelman

May 13, 2025

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Thought luxury travel peaked with White Lotus-level drama and infinity pools for days?

Think again. According to Flywire, 2025 is all about hyper-personalized experiences that dial things up to borderline outrageous. Think: private chefs at the airport, butlers serving baklava on command and pillows embroidered with your initials.

Demand for over-the-top, white-glove everything is rising fast — and these hotels are already ahead of the curve. In a world full of copy-paste experiences, these hyper-curated perks are giving us extra. And honestly?

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A guest post by

Amelia Edelman

Amelia Edelman is an editor, travel writer and content strategist. Publications include NPR, Travel + Leisure, BBC, Lonely Planet, and others. She lives in Nashville and is often found around the globe with kids in tow.