In the upper stratosphere of luxury, the definition of value is shifting. We are no longer confined to craftsmanship alone but rather shaped increasingly by the expanding geographies of wealth. In the Maldives, the future of hospitality took a bold turn as an unprecedented intersection of blockchain finance and five-star indulgence emerges. Meanwhile, InterContinental’s debut in Ha Long Bay demonstrates the region’s ascent as Asia’s next ultra-luxury coastal capital. Then, in Dubai, an ultra-rare Rolex Reference 4113 shatters expectations with a record-setting sale. Welcome to the week’s most consequential moves in the world of ultra-luxury. Trump's Maldives Resort Goes Crypto The Maldives has long been the stage for marquee hospitality debuts. Still, few arrivals have generated the kind of intrigue now surrounding the forthcoming US$300-Million Trump International Hotel Maldives. Scheduled to open in 2028 and developed in partnership with Saudi-listed luxury firm Dar Global, the 80-villa resort pairs traditional over-water..
