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In the leafy district of Beykoz on Istanbul’s Asian shore, Scalla opens as a sculptural new benchmark for the city’s luxury dining scene. Designed by acclaimed studio URBANJOBS, the 120-seat Mediterranean restaurant is a study in "spatial...
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Occupying a building constructed between 1890 and 1900 in the heat of Beyoğlu — Istanbul’s second oldest district and anciently known as Pera — luxury hotel Casa Foscolo combines the timeless legacy of Istanbul’s rich heritage with...
Istanbul
Bold and modern, club-restaurant Frankie is a rather fancy ‘one-stop’ drinking, dining and socialising venue located on Galataport, a 400,000 square metre waterfront development in the Karaköy neighbourhood of Istanbul. Interdisciplinary...
Journal
Running its way from the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara—which in turn leads on to the Aegean and Mediterranean—the mighty 32km long Bosphorus is a unique strait; in that it separates the continents of Europe and Asia. Connecting...
Istanbul
Room Mate Hotels — the Spanish design hotel chain built around the philosophy that the best way to travel is by visiting friends in each city — has expanded its portfolio, with the opening of its latest 'friend', Emir, in Turkey's largest...
Dispatches
Europe is in the midst of a revival for all things opulent, with terms like Baroque and Renaissance dominating headlines in the fashion press. And nowhere is this nostalgic opulence more keenly felt than in the continent’s most resplendent hotels,...
Istanbul
Istanbul has a new hub for arts, culture and entertainment — Bomontiada, the recently-revived Bomonti Historic Brewery — and Kilimanjaro is its go-to spot for good food and good vibes. Designed by local studio Autoban, Kilimanjaro's...
Journal
A certain glitz and glamour has endured at W Hotels. When in need of a little bit of sparkle on your travels; when you find the urge to get in touch with your inner fabulousness — darling — it's hard to find a better series of city...
Istanbul
Private members' club Soho House has been such a success in London and over the pond that European expansion was a welcome inevitability. Soho House Istanbul is the second (Berlin came first) of the group's destinations to appear on the continent,...
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When the economic crisis of 2008 hit Turkey, Sema Topaloğlu's tenants could no longer afford the rent in her Istanbul townhouse, and moved out. Instead of looking for new tenants, Sema's brother Murat persuaded her to turn the property into a...
Istanbul
Istanbul has more than its fair share of great views, but to be able to enjoy so many of them from one spot is a bit of a treat. The fact you can get a cracking plate of food to munch on while you gaze slack-jawed at the architectural wonders and...
Istanbul
If we're being honest, and we hope we can after all this time, Unter is something of a mystery to us. We can tell you that it's a 3-storey, 1960s property by the Karaköy Turkish Orthodox Mother Mary Main Church in Istanbul, and the premises has...
City Notes
Just shy of an hour's drive down the coast from bustling Barcelona sits the Costa Daurada's only 'Grand Luxe 5*' resort: the very fancy Le Méridien RA Hotel & Spa. With 150 guest rooms, suites and apartments on the beachfront of 'Platja de Sant...
City Notes
A striking new addition to Prague’s culturally minded hospitality scene, Sir Prague opens its doors inside a meticulously restored neo-Renaissance building dating back to 1884. The latest venture from Sir Hotels, this sophisticated stay blends...
City Notes
Located in Copenhagen’s tranquil Østerbro district, Amator is an attractive new spot that blends the warmth of home dining with the refinement of a contemporary café and restaurant. The brainchild of chef Mateusz Sarnowski, better known as Mati...
City Notes
Bringing a sleek blend of Japanese-inspired aesthetics and high-fidelity audio to the heart of Williamsburg, Hear & There is the latest destination for those seeking an immersive dining and drinking experience. The debut concept from...
Dispatches
Moving house? Finding the right moving company can feel like navigating a maze. But with the right knowledge and understanding, you can navigate it like a pro. Between pricing models, service offerings, and trustworthiness, there's a lot to weigh....
Dispatches
If you are confused between debt settlement and bankruptcy, you should read this article. We know it’s a tough choice; that’s why it’s vital to decide after reading both sides' positive and negative points. Certain conditions define the...
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Engagement ring designs have moved far beyond the classic white diamond, and today, more couples are choosing gemstones that carry colour, character, and meaning. Each gemstone tells a story. Whether it's the glow of moonstone or the green of...
Dispatches
When we think of cruising, it’s easy to picture sunlit harbours, city skylines at dusk, and cultural excursions in destinations like Santorini or Rome. But there's another type of experience layered into these voyages, one that often goes...