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London
The Zetter Group is set to deepen its connection to the UK capital with the opening of The Zetter Bloomsbury in March 2026, a 68 bedroom hotel housed across six interconnecting Georgian townhouses moments from Russell Square. Sitting directly...
Iki Island
Set on the small island of Iki, just off Nagasaki, Iki Retreat by Onko Chishin is a masterclass in quiet luxury and cultural preservation. Founded by Tomoki Matsuyama, the retreat forms part of his mission to restore — not replace — Japan’s...
New York City
The legendary Manhattan landmark has been reborn following a reinvention led by Rockwell Group; W New York – Union Square reopening as the global flagship for the W Hotels brand by combining early 20th-century grandeur with detail-driven...
Mexico City
Mexico City welcomes a striking new player on the luxury scene with the arrival of Hotel Alexander, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Positioned within the architectural gem that is Torre Virreyes in the aristocratic Lomas Virreyes...
Italy
First featured on these very pages back in 2019, Palazzo Daniele is an aristocratic residence turned contemporary art hotel in Italy’s Puglia region that has since become synonymous with minimalist grandeur and avant-garde hospitality. Six years...
Tarragona
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...
Cancun
Making waves on the sun-bleached shores of Costa Mujeres, SLS Playa Mujeres marked a bold new chapter for the brand with its December 2024 debut; becoming the group’s first-ever all-inclusive resort while expanding its lifestyle hospitality...
Maldives
The perfect combination of craftsmanship and calm in the Maldives, this Indian Ocean retreat is a contemporary island sanctuary that exudes luxury without compromising its sense of play. Designed by studio Muza Lab, the resort ties together texture,...
New Orleans
Not all hotels are created equal. Many are plain bad, others functional at best; some go above and beyond, and lots deserve a big thumbs-up. In seeking out those a cut-above, we often happen upon those that are excellent, special, or memorable. But...
Dispatches
Picture sitting in a plush seat, looking out at the clouds, while a private chef prepares your favourite meal. The scent of freshly baked bread fills the cabin. A glass of perfectly chilled champagne is set before you. Then, your main course...
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In the world of fragrances, the quest for the perfect scent is both an art and a journey. For many, finding that signature aroma involves exploring the realm of women's inspired perfumes. These alternatives, often referred to as "dupe perfumes,"...
Barcelona
Lifestyle brand Miiro continues its expansion with the opening of Borneta, a breathtaking new hotel for Barcelona's charismatic El Born neighbourhood. Located among the iconic Porxos de Fontseré arches, the design tells a story of local tradition...
City Notes
Opened in September 2025, HYLL brings a new interpretation of country hospitality to the Cotswolds, a hotel rooted in its landscape, designed to slow the pace and dim the noise. Set within a restored 16th century manor house, the 26 room property...
City Notes
Sircle Collection, the international hospitality group behind a growing portfolio of hotels and restaurants, introduces The Cover Vienna this November, a private members’ club in the city’s 7th District. Set within the Max Brown Hotel, the club...
City Notes
In the centre of Bergen, a new chapter has opened for a concrete landmark designed by Egill Reimers in 1920. Once home to bakeries, offices, shops and social services, the building has been reimagined by architecture studio LOCAL as Bergen Camping,...
City Notes
On Barcelona’s recently beautified Avinguda Diagonal, a new kind of café experience has arrived, one that has already piqued the curiosity of both locals and visitors. Jaç Hi-Fi Café, designed by Isern Serra Studio for owners Ligia and Arnau,...
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While there have undoubtedly been some remarkable innovations in mental health treatment, online therapy remains one of the most underappreciated changes in recent memory. The ability to open your laptop or turn on your phone and speak to a...
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World Design Rankings offers a global snapshot of design excellence, measuring countries by the number of designers who have received the A’ Design Award. Nations don’t enter the rankings themselves; instead, they are represented by...
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Square faces are built on structure. Strong jawline, straight cheekbones, a forehead that mirrors the jaw in width. It’s a powerful look, almost architectural, and when you put the right eyewear on top of it, the whole effect becomes even sharper,...
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Design work used to be slowed down by the number of tools involved. One platform handled logos, another handled photos, and nothing stayed consistent from one asset to the next. Small teams often ended up with branding that looked slightly different...