by Ron | Apr 24, 2013 | AARC in the News, Affluence Research, Cruises, Travel, Vacations
April, 2013 – This article from Seatrade Insider discusses that intentions to cruise during the next 12 months has fallen to a record low among the affluent. ...
by Ron | Sep 11, 2012 | AARC in the News, Cruises, Travel
September, 2012 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses how the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Singapore is enticing bookings from affluent travelers entering the city through the Marina Bay Cruise Center with a package that includes transfer and meals....
by Ron | Oct 7, 2011 | AARC in the News, Affluence Research, Apparel, Automobiles, Cruises, Entertainment & Recreation, Fine Jewelry & Watches, Luxury Market & Goods, Travel, Vacations
October, 2011 – This article from The Fiscal Times features data about the growth for the wider luxury industry (
by Ron | Jun 14, 2011 | AARC in the News, Affluence Research, Cruises, Entertainment & Recreation, Travel, Vacations
This is an article from Fox Business featuring AARC research about the latest trends in affluent travel (http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2011/06/10/adventures-in-affluence-how-billionaire-vacations/) By Kathryn Glass Published June 10, 2011 Recent market...
by Ron | May 16, 2011 | AARC in the News, Affluence Research, Apparel, Luxury Market & Goods, Travel
This is an article from The Wall Street Journal by Christina Binkley (http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703730804576317202215630540.html). The article references our Spring 2011 survey. May 12, 2011 By Christina Binkley Bentleys and Hermès bags are...
by Ron | Apr 26, 2011 | Affluence Research, Cruises, Entertainment & Recreation, Fine Jewelry & Watches, Home Entertainment Equipment, Home Furniture & Furnishings, Home Purchases & Remodeling, Luxury Market & Goods, Press Releases, Restaurants & Dining, Travel, Vacation Homes, Vacations
In contrast to the March general Consumer Confidence Index of The Conference Board, which fell over 10% to the low levels last seen in Fall 2010, the affluent, who account for about half of all consumer spending, report a better outlook for the economy and their...