The Luxury Group by Marriott International announced its latest phase with Sotheby’s, where it will auction two luxury experiences.
The auctions will take place during Sotheby’s Luxury Sales Week in Hong Kong, where collectors can bid on the “destination-led” travel lots.
“The iconic partnership between Luxury Group and Sotheby’s exemplifies the immersive and nuanced approach to luxury that we are bringing to Asia Pacific,” said George Hammer, Global Head of Luxury Marketing, Marriott International.
The first lot being auctioned is a luxury escape to Jiuzhaigou, a UNESCO World Heritage site on the Tibetan Plateau.
The journey will begin in Chengdu with a night in a suite at W Chengdu, followed by a private limousine ride on a scenic five-and-a-half-hour drive to Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve.
The guests will spend three nights there in the Rissai Villa, with an infinity pool mirroring the surrounding sanctuary.
"China, particularly the extremely high vineyards of Yunnan province, is becoming an emerging force as a fine wine producing region, led by the likes of Domaine Muxin, Miao Lu, and Ao Yun, amongst others," said George Lacey, Head of Wine, Sotheby's Asia.
The second lot up for auction is a five-day, four-night journey beginning in Tokyo at The Ritz-Carlton, where guests stay in a Luxury Suite with panoramic views.
During this trip, the guests will enjoy a visit to the Toyosu Market and a bespoke omakase dinner with Tadaki Nomura and whiskey tasting at The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko.
"Whether it be culture, food, or landscapes, Japan has long been a source of inspiration for many of the artistic references we see and connect with today," said Freeman Ho, Spirits Specialist, Sotheby's Asia.
Bidding and full details are available from now until 16 September on the Sotheby's website.
