Isabella Montoya
Correspondent, The Americas
With a background in photojournalism from NYU, Isabella has spent the last 15 years living out of a suitcase, documenting everything from remote eco-lodges in Costa Rica to private yacht expeditions in Antarctica. Her work, which has appeared in Condé Nast Traveler and National Geographic, often explores how high-end travel can be a force for good. She won a SATW Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism award for her feature on regenerative tourism in Patagonia. Isabella's writing is known for its vivid, first-person narrative style that places the reader directly in the experience.
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What is sustainable propulsion and design for luxury superyachts?
The 70-meter sailing superyacht SY Zero, a vessel designed for entirely fossil-fuel-free operation, is now nearing its final construction stages, promising a transformative benchmark for luxury at...
Jul 11, 2026 · 5 min read
Why Travelers Are Choosing Experiences Over Opulence in 2026
For a 7-night luxury journey, the planning fee alone can cost $700, making access to unique experiences a paid service before any travel even begins, according to The Luxury Travel Agency .
Jul 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Luxury Consumer Mindsets Reshaping Asia Pacific Travel
In a surprising twist, 96% of affluent Gen Z and Millennial travelers in Asia Pacific are likely to use a travel agent for their next trip, directly contradicting the widely held belief that digital n
Jul 5, 2026 · 5 min read
How EV Battery Innovations Are Changing Performance & Charging
A machine-learning technique can estimate an EV's battery health with under 2% error, even using only partial charging data, revealing a hidden layer of intelligence optimizing your electric vehicle.
Jul 4, 2026 · 5 min read
Coors' New 110.5 Proof Whiskey Challenges Craft Spirits
Coors. A name synonymous with light beer. Yet, an unexpected spirit just emerged: a Blended American Malt Whiskey that scored a stunning 98 points and Gold Outstanding at the 2026 International Wine &
Jun 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Clive Davis's Complex Legacy Remembered After Death at 94
Clive Davis, the music mogul responsible for launching the careers of Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, and Janis Joplin, died at 94 on Monday, June 23, 2026, according to WBUR .
Jun 28, 2026 · 2 min read
3500 acre Edinburgh estate with baronial mansion lists for sale
Just outside Edinburgh, a 3,500-acre estate featuring an 18-bedroom baronial mansion and a working sheep farm has hit the market for over $19.
Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read
Ultra-luxury real estate market sees unstoppable ascent in 2026
Jeff Bezos recently spent approximately $237 million on Indian Creek Island.
Jun 26, 2026 · 2 min read
Four Roses Launches New Limited Edition Bourbon
Four Roses, a distillery celebrated for its decades-old, high-proof limited edition bourbons, is now releasing an 'Experimental Series' bourbon aged just six years, finished in Japanese Mizunara oak.
Jun 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Rockstar Energy founder lists five homes for $297 million
Rockstar Energy founder Russ Savage has listed five luxury properties across Los Angeles, Aspen, and Park City for a combined $297 million, according to Robb Report .
Jun 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Jalen Brunson's 2026 NBA Finals jersey hits Sotheby's auction
Just weeks after the 2026 NBA Finals, Jalen Brunson's Game 1 jersey, worn as he scored 30 points in a Knicks victory, is already heading to Sotheby's for auction.
Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read
Los Angeles midcentury modern homes command high prices
The Asher Residence, a Rodney Walker-designed midcentury modern home in Sherman Oaks, now commands $3.
Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read
What is sustainable superyacht tech and why does it matter?
In late 2024, Netherlands-based Oceanco and UK-based Sunseeker faced fines for using Myanmar teak, according to the BBC .
Jun 22, 2026 · 3 min read
Design Trends for Scenic Bathrooms with Outdoor Views
In 2026, 83% of homeowners are choosing sustainable options during bathroom renovations, even as designs push for expansive, view-driven luxury.
Jun 21, 2026 · 2 min read
Pedder Chinese Celebrates Cantonese Classics in Hong Kong
In a city where a quality meal often means a hefty bill, Pedder Chinese offers well-prepared Cantonese classics in a historic Hong Kong location at prices that defy expectations, a fact noted by Bloom
Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read
Billionaires Pay $67M for Florida Land Instead of Never-Built Mansion
A 4-acre waterfront parcel in Manalapan, Florida, once destined for a $285 million mega-mansion, was instead carved up and sold to neighboring billionaires Larry Ellison and David MacNeil for $67 mill
Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read
Phillips Achieves Record-Breaking Watch Auction Sales
Phillips' New York Watch Auction: XIV didn't just break records; it shattered them, pulling in an astonishing US$75.
Jun 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Pre-2026 World Cup Warm-up Match Delayed by Storms in US
At a recent FIFA Fan Festival, 20 people were treated for heat-related illnesses, with four hospitalized, foreshadowing the extreme conditions awaiting the 2026 World Cup.
Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read
Miami's $23.5 Million Sky Mansion Duplex Penthouse Hits Market
A 40-foot-long private pool overlooking Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline: this is just one feature of a new duplex penthouse listed for $23.
Jun 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Southern India Unveils 44000 Sq Ft Residence Centered on Grand Atrium
In Southern India, the Kubos residence sprawls across 44,000 square feet, organized entirely around a central atrium topped with an operable skylight.
Jun 12, 2026 · 2 min read