Eric Newill

Author: Eric Newill, Editor-in-Chief The classic allure of grand travel never fades Each fall, Celebrated Living magazine for American Airlines presents its annual Platinum List Awards, which honour the world’s best of the best in luxury travel. Over the years, this special collector’s edition has become a valuable resource for millions of readers, unveiling new destinations and spotlighting the latest innovations in high-end hospitality.

Being a child prodigy is good business. That much is evident from the sprawling, vaguely Mediterranean residence of 14-year-old piano sensation Ethan Bortnick and his family. And though he's racked up multiple appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Oprah Winfrey Show and helped raise roughly $30 million for charities worldwide, when Ethan bounds into the room he seems like any other high-energy kid growing up in humid South Florida."You have to stay humble.

It’s time again to honor the world’s best of the best in travel, as American Airlines’ Celebrated Living magazine unveils its Platinum List Award nominations, which recognize the finest hotels, resorts, restaurants and bars and unique experiences around the globe. The 2018 nominations long list, announced this month, comprises a roll call of eminent establishments that are committed to providing five-star service to their guests.