Billion Dollar Playground follows the uber rich on luxury holidays

Daily Mirror

2 days ago

Whatever the wealthy want, they get... this is the staff code at Luxico, a luxury accommodation business that shows how the other half live...
Lobster for breakfast? Private beach? String quartet? Shut down an entire venue? Iron the pillow cases? Whatever the wealthy want on holiday, they get. Jaw-dropping new series, Billion Dollar Playground (Monday 7th July, BBC Three, 9pm) follows the staff at Luxico, Australia 's No.1 luxury accommodation business, who work around the clock to deliver a luxury experience to the super rich - and the super demanding.
Lead concierge Salvatore, a professional perfectionist, says: 'Rich people want all kinds of things. If my guests want lobster for breakfast, they get it. They want a Lambhorgini, no problem sir. 'I've had to be a best friend, the servant and a downright slave. You can never tell these people 'no'.' CEO Alex says: 'Our guests are the world 's elite. They're uber wealthy and highly demanding. To make the impossible possible, our team are available 24/7.'
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There's a 'Selling Sunset' vibe to this show as we also follow the tensions and rivalries between the staff members - all of whom are beautiful. Concierge Heaven says: 'I have a super power. The guests love me because I make their dreams come true.' She's not too impressed when a new concierge arrives, Jasmin, who says: 'I'm hungry for this job.' Matt and George know their role. 'We're a couple of good looking brothers who can cook,' says George. There's also JB, the snooty French butler, trainee Nicole, driver Jay and housekeeper Elsie, who loves the job because she's nosy. As everyone flirts, rows and gets tense over a smudge or a crinkle, this is a fascinating peek at homes worth millions and guests who want it all.
Billion Dollar Playground is airing on BBC Three tonight at 9pm.
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