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Known for its reputation as a crashpad for indie and rock royalty, built in 1956 and having been frequented by the likes of Neil Young, David Bowie, Kurt Cobain, and Pearl Jam, the Phoenix Hotel underwent a loving restoration in 1987; noted hotelier...
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Combining the long-gone convenience of the automat with the future-forward fantasies of Silicon Valley, the best of the tech industry’s software, robotics, and artificial intelligence skills come together at San Francisco's Creator—a new...
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Owing to the building’s flatiron shape, all guest rooms at Proper's new high-end design hotel for San Francisco boast killer views of the City by the Bay; the property shape-shifting into its surrounds and exuding maximum west coast...
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Known as Hayes Valley's hippest sushi bar, Robin features a hyper-seasonal menu that can be tucked into as either an omakase experience at the bar, or as part of the à la carte menu in the restaurant’s main dining space. Founded by...
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Joie de Vivre Hotels’ 1950s San Francisco design icon, The Laurel Inn, has undergone a recent multi-million-dollar renovation; gracing the Presidio Heights neighbourhood with long-awaited hip, urban-minded accommodation. Situated in an...
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San Francisco restaurant Flores is making (Mexican) waves with its traditional fare, contemporary cocktails and relaxed vibes; all set in a space of gleeful effervescence. Located between Belga and Palm House on the city's Union Street,...
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A new Mission restaurant merges Miami and Cuban influences, plentiful in colour, vibrancy and bags of taste. Paying homage to the late-night, party food of Miami Beach Media Noche is named after the casual eatery’s signature dish: a hot, pressed...
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Slap bang in the middle of San Francisco's The Tenderloin, The Tilden its an artsy affair that embraces its neighbourhood's ongoing development. One of the city's last unaffected districts, The Tenderloin is a gritty underbelly that evokes a little...
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Drawing hungry hoards since 2002, San Francisco’s Tartine Bakery is known as the Mission District’s go-to place for top notch cakes, croissants, loaves and the hot-pressed sandwiches that cause daily delirium for discerning...
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Fashioned after the great cocktail and oyster bars of the golden era, Leo’s Oyster Bar is the place in San Francisco for a bout of equally-retro indulgence; with its extensive raw bar, champagne bar and an ethos we very much believe in: ‘bring...
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Eco-minded San Francisco restaurant and bar, The Perennial, is a torch-bearer for progressive farming, believing that agriculture has the potential to reverse climate change; and doing lots of notable things to mark that belief. Top...
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Launched at the end of March, the Axiom Hotel in San Francisco’s Union Square successfully pays homage to the city's rich history whilst keeping up with the rapidly changing technological landscape fuelled by nearby Silicon Valley. Part of a joint...
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“I am not sure whether my father totally understood my fascination with his photographs of package holidays,” explains artist Jake Clark, whose obsession with seaside resort architecture has been informed by his childhood growing up in the...
City Notes
Opening today, 28 February, Hôtel Hana Paris is the latest addition to the Adresses Hotels Collection, a fancy group of decadent boutique hotels that includes Monsieur George and Saint Tropez's La Ponche; the five-star luxury property set to...
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Passing away at the age of 60 in May 2021, Michelangelo Lovelace was a Cleveland-based artist renowned for his vibrant paintings depicting quotidian scenes of urban life, policing, poverty, war, and personal investigations of Black Identity....
City Notes
An urban sanctuary so laid back it's horizontal, Pátio do Tijolo is a truly beautiful 24-room boutique hotel that offers its guests a fusion of authentic Lisbon tradition with soothing contemporary aesthetics. Drawing on the 'slow life' concept,...
Dispatches
Australia is a large and diverse country that is home to many weird and wonderful animals that can only be found in this part of the world. For many animal lovers, a trip to this impressive country is their only opportunity to spot many of these...
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Borrowing money to fund a trip is generally not smart. But it is an option for those without sufficient funds. You could save to finance your dream trip, but that can take years. Likewise, it might not always be feasible, especially when...
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For passionate food enthusiasts, travel isn't just about exploring new landscapes; it's a chance to embark on a delicious adventure! Culinary travel, the art of journeying with taste buds in tow, is booming in popularity. This blog post is your...
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When it comes to immersing yourself in the vibrant floral scene of Hong Kong, finding the perfect florist in the city is essential. Whether you're in search of exquisite blooms for a special occasion or simply want to add a touch of natural beauty...