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Dispatches
Baby, it's cold outside. There are certain urges impressed upon us this time of year: mulled wine, snug gloves, roaring pub fires ... but what of thermal waters and peak pampering? The relaxation and nourishment of spas may seem a distinctly...
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Since its 1904 conception by Danish silversmith Georg Jensen, the eponymous Danish design company has grown synonymous with Scandinavian-designed collections, exceptional craftsmanship, and innovative collaborations. 112 years older, and...
Mykonos
Theodosis Kakoutis, the Mykonian hotelier behind luxury hillside hotel Bill & Coo Suites and Lounge, is taking peaceful seclusion to new heights on the island at the newly-added Bill & Coo Coast Suites. Although the words ‘peaceful...
Paris
From bright, luminous rooms to the Réjane brasserie and the hushed tones of the Grand Salon, Nolinski Paris (part of Evok Hôtels Collection) is a space to let the senses roam. With close neighbours like the Louvre and the Palais Royal...
Madrid
Within the heart of Madrid’s Barrio de Salamanca, and overlooking two of the district’s most compelling streets — Calle Hermosilla and Calle Lagasca — is the new 64 bedroom hotel, TÓTEM. Set in a grand building that dates from...
Lisbon
Standing in the shoes of historical figures — where the Governor of Lisbon's Tower of Belém once called home — is the Palácio do Governador, a palatial hotel that has undergone a complete restoration; uncovering roman ruins from the 1st to 5th...
New York
Surrounded by some of the city’s most notable landmarks and between the East and Hudson Rivers — architectural gem, The Beekman, features an impressive 287 rooms with custom-designed oak beds, Carrara-marble tiled bathrooms, curated art and...
Los Angeles
As a Brit, it's kind of hard to disassociate the word 'proper' from macho adverts for macho things like nutty chocolate bars, alcopops, and laddy underarm deodorant. Macho guys doing macho things while a macho geezer with a strong regional accent...
Paris
Behind the doors of this plush Parisian pied-à-terre lies quite the surprise: Hôtel Providence's building — located on a traditional Parisian cobbled street — dates back to 1854, and can be found amid theatres and surrounded by pretty café...
New York
Another month, another new hotel for the Big Apple. For the city that never sleeps, there sure are plenty of spots for visitors to contradict that old epithet. Adding to New York City's ascending number of bedrooms, 11 Howard is a landmark property...
Zürich
Following a major remodelling at the hands of starchitect Norman Foster, majority shareholder Urs Schwarzenbach lead a march for Zürich's The Dolder Grand to host one of the world's most significant hotel art collections; it is now one of...
Paris
Oh Paris. Yeah Paris, you. You've got that joie de vivre; that ability to coat on an extra layer of epicurean swish to everything you do. Places like Alcazar, with all their continental swagger, manifest that abstract indefinable that I'm loathe to...
City Notes
In the heart of downtown Zapopan, a neighbouring city of Guadalajara Mexico, Zorra Zapopan is the second outpost of Cervecería Zorra, a stunning project brought to fruition by esteemed studios Taller Dinamita and Taller Binario that combines a...
City Notes
Soft-launched 15 March, following an intensive restoration, Barcelona’s Grand Hotel Central has emerged as a triumph of contemporary luxury; a homage to its own weighty history and grandeur, yet breathing the fresh air of modern Catalunya....
City Notes
Opening just last month on Barcelona's Via Laietana, the road that separates the city's El Born and El Gòtic neighbourhoods, restaurant Can Bo completes the reimagined Grand Hotel Central; the street-level gastronomic concept focussing on tapas and...
City Notes
From first stepping into the kitchen aged 10, to creating supper club 'Eureka' in the family home, Flynn McGarry went on to open his first permanent fine dining restaurant, Gem, in New York City's Lower East Side at 19 years old, before going on to...
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If you’re planning a trip to Berlin and wondering what to wear for the capital’s nightlife, here’s everything you need to know. Berlin’s nightlife is fragmented across neighbourhoods and scenes. What works for a club in Friedrichshain...
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Are you getting ready to move to a small Los Angeles apartment down the street? Maybe you or a loved one is getting ready for dorm living. Whether you’re just moving down the street or only taking the necessities, you don’t need a full-size...
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The fascinating art of psychic reading has captivated audiences for centuries. Psychics have an innate sense of otherworldly elements. Their skill rests in providing expert insights and understanding of complex material. Professional psychic...
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A good night’s sleep is essential for overall well-being, and choosing the right mattress plays a critical role in ensuring quality rest. Many traditional mattresses contain fiberglass as a fire retardant, which can cause irritation and potential...