Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast is the unique insight into luxury hospitality of the world by those who know it best. Every week Mary Gostelow, known for travelling over 300 days a year from Albania to Zimbabwe, Atlanta to Zug, shares ahead-of-curve trends and talks to decision-makers. This is the indisputable tool for owners, suppliers, advisors, and all those who love luxury, with business profitability.
Gilda Perez-Alvarado may currently be an unknown name in luxury hospitality but as CEO of Orient Express that will change, fast.
Jeremy McCarthy makes sure that every detail of wellness at a Mandarin Oriental property exudes luxury with purpose.
Irene Forte’s skincare and toiletries add luxury to her family’s hotels and many other world-leading properties (and they’re gorgeous!)
Lympstone Manor chef-proprietor Michael Caines forgets personal challenges to talk vineyards, hospitality, and luxury. Michael Andrew Caines MBE DL is an English chef born in Exeter, Devon. He was head chef of Gidleigh Park in Devon until January 2016. He is currently the chef-owner of the Lympstone Manor hotel between Exeter and Exmouth, which holds one Michelin star.
Marc De Cocinis is quietly and stylishly turning Saudi royal palaces into luxury hotels
Christoph Hoffmann, who believes the second name of hotels is fun, gives an update on 25hours.
François Delahaye, as COO of the Dorchester Collection, has French savoir-faire that always includes fashion and food
As custodian of La Mamounia, Pierre Jochem truly understands how a peaceful heritage theatre of citrus and olive trees speaks to today’s luxury.
After years running and marketing hotels, Ben Trodd now has the challenge, as COO, of taking Aman forward.
Ronen Nissenbaum talks about the challenges and rewards of steering Leonardo in western Europe
Philipp Weghmann moved from a consortium to head Marriott’s Luxury Collection. What is this all about?
Laurent Gardinier returns, for an update on the global family that is Relais & Châteaux.
Always sharing essential thoughts, Virtuoso supremo Matthew Upchurch returns by popular demand.
Jaime Simpson expands her own family’s festive frolics to Jumeirah’s Mina A Salem, Dubai, with elves and fireworks and more.
Marc von Arnim embodies the heritage and style of The Capella Sydney and he’s had plenty of time to plan this first festive season.
In Singapore, Mandarin Oriental approaches festive with a new look. Philipp Kneupfer explains.
The Peninsula London gets ready to celebrate its first festive, and MD Sonja Vodusek can’t wait.
In his first year at Mandarin Oriental New York, Marcel Thoma celebrates the Big Apple’s Festive Season.
Cliff Atkinson makes sure Virgin Hotels Las Vegas celebrates Festive Season in suitable style.
The Imperial New Delhi, led by Louis Sailer, does Festive Season in a style unique in modern India
Sonu Shivdasani, continuing by popular demand, shares details of Soneva’s new brand, launching in 2024.
Geraldine Dobey, GM Mandarin Oriental Paris, talks quality – she heads it for the brand, globally.
Filip Boyen wears a multitude of professional hats and all are crucial to luxury hospitality.
Maadad is the Chief Executive and Founder of Gates Hospitality, a home-grown hospitality group based in the UAE, with award-winning concepts such as folly, Bistro Des Arts and Reform Social & Grill.
Graeme Davis, President of Baha Mar, leads the Caribbean’s most significant lifestyle operation.
Sheila Crump Johnson is an American businesswoman, co-founder of BET, CEO of Salamander Hotels and Resorts, and the first billionaire African-American woman.
Andre Fu makes the hotel design a three-dimensional stage set.
André Fu Studio is an internationally acclaimed design studio in Hong Kong, founded by interior architect André Fu.
With an extensive portfolio of projects throughout Asia and Europe, the studio has revolutionized the concept of modern luxury with a series of projects that reflect Fu’s signature artistic perspective and timeless sensibility.
Floor Bleeker explains how Accor, and the industry, can gain from the latest AI technology.
Amanda Hyndman is the marvellously modern boss of timeless Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong.
Sage of India’s hospitality Manav Thadani knows every secret of luxury hotels – and restaurants.
Rainer Stampfer, as Four Seasons’ Global President of Hotel Operations, now has the whole wide world in his hands.
Brett Butcher, CEO of Langham, returned to luxury hotels with renewed ideas and passion.
Ronnie Douek shows what a techie, vinyl and wine lover can achieve when so successfully developing Six Senses Shaharut in the Israeli desert.
Ronny Douek is an Israeli businessman, social entrepreneur and philanthropist. He has founded multiple social ventures, including Zionism 2000, Sheatufim and Uru, and has served as chairman of the Israel Anti-Drug Authority. Douek lit a torch at formal torch-lighting ceremony on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem on Israel's 60th anniversary.
Consumer specialist Wendy Perrin moved from writing about the best to helping with the best.
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Paolo Barletta, who embodies Italian style, is masterminding the ultimate cruise on wheels, La Dolce Vita.
Lubosh Barta builds festivities at Four Seasons Bangkok around tradition and social media: hear his story.
Bvlgari Hôtel Paris leader Sylvain Ercoli punches with his team to make all stakeholders more beautiful.
David Morgan-Hewitt shares secrets of The Goring, the only London hotel to have Queen Elizabeth II’s Royal Warrant.
Marlene Poynder is lady of an iconic house, Rosewood’s timeless The Carlyle in New York. How do history and today’s demanding new-generation co-exist so brilliantly?
Brian Gullbrants, President at Wynn Las Vegas & Encore, writes to his 12,000 team members every day and still has time, say, to drive a Red Bull racing car through the casino. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Nick Perry, as Chairman of UltraTravel, has unrivalled knowledge of all luxury hotel brands. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW
GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Stephen King is a multi-facetted business operator who adds hotels to his portfolio. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Simon Cooper’s legacy continues as he inspires hoteliers in many lands. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
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Chris Prelog, its President, ensures Windstar is one of the friendliest brands afloat (or on land). Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
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Attilio Marro defines brand Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
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Albert Herrera is a brand in his own right. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Alan Watts heads Hilton Asia-Pacific, a multitude of time zones and a dateline. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Elizabeth Blau is more than food – she’s dining concepts and service that really work. Hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Alex Schneider and Nikki Beach are the perfect pairing. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Jan Garde extends traditional hotel boundaries. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Matthew Upchurch is the voice of Virtuoso, and more. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Amruda Nair dared to break away from the family firm - hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River.
Homi Vazifdar disrupts but supports, and without him, such great world resorts as Amangiri would never have happened. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
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Jeffrey O shows how versatility benefits every sector – hear the hotelier, author, television star and luxury assessor now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Daniel Hostettler proves success in niche hotels can be replicated in such a world-leading resort as The Boca Raton - hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Richard Bailey is king of The Brando, and raises south Pacific on the world map - hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Matthias Winkler oversees luxury hotels in Austria and sachertorrte, loved worldwide - – hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
David Bowd had the guts to start a new hotel brand and attract people to work with him – hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Craig Smith heads nearly all the world for Marriott – hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Heather McCrory heads the whole of The Americas for Accor – hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Mandarin Oriental, The Ritz, Madrid.
Surinder Arora is a Leonardo-type who has a passion for hotels and people. English billionaire businessman in the hotel sector. He concentrates on hotels near airports, making a speciality of providing rooms for aircrew, and has close links with British Airways and a strong personal interest in aviation.
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa. Chewton Glen is my dream of an English country house hotel, a world of arts, culture, and space.
Guido Polito embodies Italian style as he leads the Baglioni brand forward. Hear him now, on GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Adel Mardini understands today's thoughtfully personalised luxury, from impactful hotels to private aviation.
At Miami Beach’s action-packed The Betsy, owner Jonathan combines a heritage of culture with creativity and astute business sense. Hear him now, on GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Every Saturday Mary takes an opportunity to share hot news and updates in luxury hospitality.
Jason Friedman is the epitomal Renaissance enthusiast we all need.
Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Nils-Arne Schroeder wears two hats, supervising Hilton luxury in Asia Pacific and also heading, worldwide, the Conrad brand. Hear him talking Conrad, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCASTю
Stephen Alden is honestly one of the most stylish luxury lifestylers.
Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Cristiano Rinaldi has the opportunity of a lifetime, heading two young brands, Capella and Patina, that are already making big groups sit up and think. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Motivation in a city’s iconic luxury hotel is not a forgone conclusion – hear tips from Sjelke Jansen at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski, Jakarta, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Luis Pinheiro is GM of Cape Town’s unique Silo Hotel – hear him now, on exceptional motivation challenges, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Anne Golden, opening GM of Pan Pacific London, arrived from the beauty business. Hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Alex Furrer motivates his global team at The Setai, Miami Beach with skilled and friendly Swiss understanding.
Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Mark Willis is CEO Turkey, India, Middle East, and Africa at Accor – how can anyone so personally oversee so many brands in all those lands? Hear this passionate Englishman now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
As its CEO, Philippe Zuber is expanding the Kerzner empire by leaps and bounds that include a link-up with A.C. Milan. Hear him once again, motivate with inspirational creativity.
Jane Mackie, Senior Vice President of IHG® is a real person who understands one of the most memorable hotel brands in a luxury world.
I so admire John Oppenheimer for the wide range of Columbia Hospitality, from conference centres and golf courses to a growing portfolio of ultra-friendly hotels. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I wanted to talk to an operating GM who also oversees his company’s wellness worldwide. Hear Michael Newcombe now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I want to continue this global Four Seasons story with an insight into Asia Pacific – hear Rainer Stampfer, President Hotel Operations Asia Pacific, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I admire Simon Casson for leading Four Seasons throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I adore Jeremiah Tower, star of Netflix’s The Last Magnificent – he knows style, globally, and he speaks his mind (bring back serious room service, he says). Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I think Guillaume Fonquernie, CEO of Airelles, adds a breath of fresh air into luxury lifestyle. Hear him talking about now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
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I find Simon Naudi fascinating for a myriad of reasons. Hear him talking about Corinthia now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I know there is something special about French style, and Jean-Luc Naret, the so-Parisen man of the luxury world, sets trends, wherever. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I was amazed by The Londoner, to see how GM Charles Oak, supported by co-owner and finance specialist Krishna Singh Deer, has so quickly put this new Leicester Square hotel on the world map. Hear them now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I revel in the broad outlook of Alexandre Desseigne-Barriere, a global visionary in France’s iconic Barriere group. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I found talking with Dr Yannis Alexandrides so uplifting - the founder of 111SKIN realises enhancing perception of inner beauty ultimately boosts all luxury participants’ productivity.
I love the way Lorenzo Giannuzzi embodies all that the luxury world loves about Italy. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I find it amazingly-awe-inspiring that Tina Edmundson can oversee all Marriott’s 30 brands, globally. Hear her, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I instinctively knew Floor Bleeker would communicate how technology boosts luxury hospitality. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Chris Norton is the hands-on brain behind the ultimate luxury lifestyle hotel brand, Equinox. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I think Jason Montague shows the entire world how Regent Seven Seas can steam ahead in the new-age of global luxury. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I admire Karen Roos for her overall love of an authentic and worthwhile life, into which design fits so magnificently. Listen to her, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I believe Jonathan Raggett to be key-support-behind-the-family who makes Red Carnation the luxury hotel brand that offers an authentic sense of place and thoughtful hospitality. Listen to him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I do believe Charles Forte holds the key to tomorrow’s proven luxury, a hotel brand with a history that is already showing the future.
Listen to him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Dan Flannery, as MD of EDITION, is master of a lifestyle universe for eternally-young luxury leaders.
Senior Vice President Marketing at Virtuoso Travel, Hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
KP Ho has made Banyan Tree a universally-loved brand for today’s thoughtful lifestyle. Listen to him, now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Frank Lavey is one of those admirably passionate hoteliers who has time for the world and the entire Hyatt team.
Eric Danziger is one of today’s luxury hotel legends. Listen to the custodian of Trump hospitality, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Peter Borer is the ever-humble leading guru of the luxury hotel world. Listen to him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
GHM CEO Tommy Lai is the person to talk about the Chedi brand. Listen to him, now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Accor’s Duncan O’Rourke has inspirational ideas for every niche of today’s new-look luxury. Listen to him, now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
I have always thought Jerry Inzerillo is the global hero of luxury hospitality needs. Listen to him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
First-birthday thoughts for over 21,000 ardent followers in 134 countries – listen to me, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Dino Michael is a global enthusiast who bubbles with ideas for his luxury Hilton-family brands, Waldorf Astoria, Conrad and LXR. Hear him now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
What would YOU like Mary Gostelow to cover in her special session to toast the first birthday of MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST?
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Sue Harmsworth has the real story on where wellness is going, worldwide. Hear her now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Luxury visionary Christian Boyens, who heads urban hotels for Le Cheval Blanc, will shortly unveil its Paris Maison. Hear him now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
The Dorchester Collection is renowned throughout the luxury world for its empathy with people. Hear CEO Christopher Cowdray,
now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Firmdale Hotels are theatres, each one different, for you to be the star. Hear Firmdale’s Co-owner and Designer, Kit Kemp,
now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Nihi’s James McBride is a hotelier synonymous with luxury and marketing - hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Leading Hotels of the World retains its pole position so I am thrilled to have its President and CEO, Shannon Knapp, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Paul Jones, boss of Lux Collective, is so personally stimulating. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Accor’s Marc Dardenne truly understands luxury. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Kenneth Macpherson came to hotels from the outside world, namely the drinks business. What attracted him to the great IHG? Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Stefan Leser’s eternal enthusiasm (it’s infectious). The CEO of the Langham family is based in Hong Kong, is equally at home talking art, Munich palaces and porcelain, and hotel expansion in China. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Arash Azarbarzin, CEO of SH Hotels & Resorts takes Barry Sternlicht’s unique brand creations – 1 Hotels, Baccarat, and now Treehouse – soaring up for today’s new-luxury travelers. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Bill Heinecke is uniquely stimulating – who else has a portfolio of hotel brands, private aviation and ships, and rescued elephants? Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Mandarin Oriental’s global COO Christoph Mares shares views on design and food on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Costas Christ, sustainability king of the luxury hotel world, is CEO of Beyond Green Travel. Listen to him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Deutsche Hospitality is determined to be one of Europe’s top three hotel giants - hear its CEO Marcus Bernhardt on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
I am delighted to be chatting with Dr Timo Gruenert, CEO of Oetker Collection – hear him now, talking about its masterpieces on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Adel Mardini, boss of Jetex, the Dubai-based company that provides private aviation solutions for luxury travel, is this week’s guest on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Michael Henssler, who heads Asia Pacific for Kempinski, shares what the company is doing in China – hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Chris Gabaldon, who heads Marriott’s Luxury Brands, shares what makes one brand differ from its siblings – hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
I always seem to coincide with Philippe Zuber, CEO of Kerzner, over breakfast – hear his thoughts on his One&Only and Atlantis brands now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
I love the way top luxury hoteliers can change brands. Longtime Four Seasons leader Craig Reid is now inspirational CEO of Auberge – hear him now on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
I wanted to find out what a luxury concierge wants from luxury hotels – listen to Annastasia Seebohm, CEO of Quintessentially, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Jose Silva, CEO of Jumeirah, is a lifetime foodie who happens also to run a luxury hotel group in many lands. Hear him now on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Chris Cahill, Deputy CEO Accor, and CEO of its luxury worldwide is one of our most admired, and yet humble, hoteliers. Hear him now on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I am not used to self-promotion but this week it is me, Mary Gostelow, the lead actor on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST. This is your chance to hear my life, my thoughts, and views, now.
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I am thrilled that Virtuoso’s versatile hotels’ specialist Albert Herrera is now live on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST – hear his 15-minute thoughts, now.
I love talking with Radha Arora at any time, anywhere – listen to the President of Rosewood now, up live on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I found myself talking, at dinner in Dubai last night, not about pre-COVID or even the past but what may happen in about two or five years’ time. Listen now to luxury futurist Daniel Livine, my guest this week on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I dreamed as a kid that I would grow up and live in a palace and thanks to Taj’s unique heritage palace hotels, places like Falaknuma Palace, I, like so many, have liked palace life for a couple of nights. Boss of these palaces, IHCL CEO Puneet Chhatwal, is my guest on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I believe in being highly topical and globally relevant, and my this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST chat is just that. As boss of New York-based Internova, Mike Batt represents over 50,000 top travel advisors. He is one of the main movers in the new verification, for suppliers worldwide, to give consumers confidence in today’s travel.
I am so pleased to have Christian Clerc as my guest on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST – as Global President of Four Seasons he knows how to make one brand, a single brand, truly a global leader
I love looking ahead, and Pendry hotels spearhead a lively generation of luxury hotels for younger-outlook travelers. Hear the brand’s CEO, Mike Fuerstman, my guest on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Andrew Humphries had a stellar career at Four Seasons and now he is Acting CEO of Katara Hospitality, owner of Burgenstock, which will host the 2021 World Economic Forum. Hear him on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
I truly believe Six Senses has a unique slot – it is believable wellness that also has beds (other brands are the other way round). Listen to Six Senses’ charismatic CEO, Neil Jacobs, up now on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
Oliver Bonke, who heads the Shangri-La word (apart from China) on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST, has fascinating insights, on the luxury brand and hotels in general.
I have always considered Bob van den Oord one of the most creative minds in luxury hospitality, and now he has been promoted as Langham’s first-ever COO, what will this impresario do first? Listen to my guest on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I loved a girly lunch a few years ago with Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotels and Resorts, and she has since become a good friend, professionally and personally. She is a guest on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
I have always admired French style – fashion, food and, of course, Haut-Brion and Krug. Listen to the latest MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST, featuring French leader of style, Francois Delahaye, COO of The Dorchester Collection.
I think nothing typifies modern-English lifestyle-luxury hospitality more than the quirky The PIG hotels. Every property is a unique gem, converted from a really-old private house or pub and made into quintessential luxury for 2021. Expect a great bed and shower, and public areas that offer upcycled furnishings, living potplants on your dining table and the best local-produce food – plus a working garden to die for. My guest this week on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST is the conductor of all this, Robin Hutson.
If you want to understand people management, turn to Jennifer Cronin, the Hong Kong-based Aussie hotelier whose portfolio includes the stylish The Murray, and Marco Polo and Niccolo hotels around Asia.
The next guest on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST is Tony Mallows, boss of mighty complex planner WATG (where will hotels fit into future mixed-use developments?).
Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast is the unique insight into luxury hospitality of the world by those who know it best. Every week Mary Gostelow, known for traveling over 300 days a year from Albania to Zimbabwe, Atlanta to Zug, shares ahead-of-curve trends and talks to decision-makers. This is the indisputable tool for owners, suppliers, advisors, and all those who love luxury, with business profitability.
MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST features only the best. Right now, listen to Global Wellness Institite Chairman/CEO Susie Ellis share why emotional, mental, nutritional and physical health are vital. Next is Nicholas Clayton, CEO Capella Hotels & Resorts – Capella Ubud is #1 in the world.
Wellness, including mental wellness, is the vital key to success, if not professional survival, in today’s unique world. MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST this week shares an exclusive talk with her dear friend Susie Ellis, mastermind of the Global Wellness Institute and its annual Global Wellness Summit.
MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST is a global leader inside luxury travel, and this week she talks with her good friend Filip Boyen, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide, the definitive verification for a luxury hotel, resorts and more.
Want to hear how and why Italian style is such a natural fit for luxury travel in today’s post-Covid world? As Mary Gostelow continues sharing thoughts from the world’s most exciting thought leaders, this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST features Millennial Renaissance man, visionary behind the JK Place brand.
Mary Gostelow continues sharing thoughts from the world’s most exciting luxury travel leaders. This week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST is that stylish Frenchman, Jean-Luc Naret, One&Only Reethi Rah, Michelin, La Reserve, and what now?
Last week Bill Bensley, arguably the world’s most eccentric and heart-throbbing designer, saw his Capella Ubud concept win the best hotel in the world, says Travel + Leisure.
This week Mary Gostelow tries exclusively to control Bill Bensley on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST – do not miss it!
Christoph Hoffmann is one of the most creative leaders in luxury hospitality. When he and a couple of friends started their company they called it 25hours as 24/7 just was not enough to enjoy life. This week MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST talks to this vivacious German as he cycles through a Munich park on his way for his daily pre-noon fix of local beer and white sausage.
Mary Gostelow recounts talks with KPF architect Forth Bagley, Yabu Pushelberg’s Glenn Pushelberg, and entrepreneur Michael Buono, all in New York.