You think you know London.You’ve wandered Notting Hill, taken the red bus, stood on the glass floor of Tower Bridge. You’ve walked along the Southbank and maybe — maybe — even been bold enough to call it done. But some cities don’t ask to be ticked off.They change — not with noise, but with rhythm….
At sunrise in Higashiyama, temple bells drift through quiet lanes. Step inside Six Senses Kyoto, and the world narrows to stillness and stone. Nestled in Kyoto’s storied Higashiyama ward, Six Senses Kyoto opened its doors in April 2024, marking the brand’s thoughtful return to Japan with a striking urban retreat. With just 81 rooms—eight of which…
Where Light Begins The moment I stepped into Rosewood Amsterdam, it felt like entering a living fashion set — every corner lit, composed, and ready to be shot — set in the light of a Dutch master. Architecture and Monumental Design Housed in the former Palace of Justice on Amsterdam’s Prinsengracht — and originally built…
Monkeys, Ballerinas & Barons: The Stories of Hotel Des Indes Tucked beneath the leafy canopy of The Hague’s Lange Voorhout stands Hotel Des Indes — the city’s most historic luxury hotel. With its striking yellow façade, this former palace is anything but discreet. It dares to be grand, colourful, and unapologetically opulent — and that’s…
Over lunch at Pulitzer Amsterdam with Joëlle Bouwers from Virgin Limited Edition, I caught up on what’s new across their extraordinary portfolio. I’ve long known the Virgin Limited Edition brand, but its recent evolution — from new villa openings to design-forward renovations — is more exciting than ever. Each Virgin Limited Edition property tells a…
Once overlooked, sleep has become the ultimate marker of wellbeing. In the world of luxury travel, rest is no longer just a by-product — it’s the purpose. Welcome to sleep tourism: a new way of travelling built around silence, rhythm and recovery. The rise of sleep-focused travel Sleep tourism is a fast-growing wellness trend where…
Château de la Messardière: A Riviera Icon with a View There’s something magical about springtime in Saint-Tropez—the light sharpens, the sea begins to glisten, and the scent of pine mingles with coastal air. As the French Riviera reawakens, Airelles opens the doors to a new season at its two exceptional properties: Château de la Messardière…
Step into a story of elegance and discovery. This carefully curated route leads you from the grandeur of the Basque coast to the vibrant streets of Madrid, with a cultural escape to Toledo along the way. It’s a journey that blends history, gastronomy, and effortless travel—wrapped in luxury. Palacio Arriluce: A Seaside Treasure Since 1912…
From Cannes to Tokyo: A Conversation with Maki Hoshi It’s hard to believe that it has already been many months since ILTM Cannes, where the world’s luxury travel insiders gather to connect, exchange ideas, and discover what’s next. At a beautifully sunlit table on the top floor of Le Caveau 30, right on the Croisette,…
Hôtel La Pérouse, part of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection, is more than just a hotel—it’s an experience. Nestled into the rocky hillside of Nice, this boutique gem offers some of the most spectacular views of the Baie des Anges. Perched even higher than the famous Château de Nice, the hotel…