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Porto
Emerging from the intersection of two buildings, one on Porto's Rua do Almada and the other on Avenida dos Aliados, the Editory Boulevard Hotel Aliados has undergone a fresh transformation, local interior design and architecture studio, Ding Dong,...
Portugal
Rising high above the ocean, Hotel Albatroz——an icon of the Portuguese coastal town of Cascais——has recently undergone a complete renovation, interior design practice, Viterbo Interior Design (led by Gracinha Viterbo), unveiling a timeless...
Portugal
With houses nestled between the city, mountain and sea, TheAdresses is a new hospitality concept, one that encourages guests to swap jam-packed schedules and noise, for silence, nature, and inspiration; each home selected for its unique location and...
Portugal
There’s an old quote often attributed, without confirmation, to Leonardo da Vinci: “simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” Now the great Renaissance polymath may not have been a minimalist in the sense of Donald Judd or Yves Klein, but he...
Lisbon
Our flat whites arrive as we’re busy circling numbers and underlining names in biro on a pocket-sized map that spans all from a candle shop whose doors opened in 1789 and Luvaria Ulisses, a glove store with space for just one customer at a time to...
Azenhas do Mar
Located high above the Atlantic Ocean, close to the cliffs of Portugal's Azenhas do Mar—a seaside town with whitewashed cottages and beachfront restaurants—Casa das Arribas welcomes guests looking for serviced holiday apartments combined with...
Santa Cruz
What began as a restaurant, beach house and surf school back in 2015 has become a place for surfers, travellers and lovers of design and nature the globe over to meet, mingle and celebrate the ocean—Noah Surf House Portugal expanding to encompass...
Publications
“You can never cross the ocean until you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.” André Gide. From the quote that lies on the front inside of the book's partial dust jacket, you know that this is a project about pushing...
Lisbon
Celebrating the finest of Portugal from sea to land, dishes at Lisbon's Prado are fresh, seasonal and pleasing to the senses—chef António Galapito having returned from London (where he worked with the lauded Nuno Mendes at restaurants including...
Portugal
Integrated into a lush national eco-reserve, consisting of 120 hectares of rolling hills and over 13,000 olive trees, owners Vitor Borges and Franck Laigneau fell head over heels in love with this serene spot in Portugal's Alentejo region...
Tavira
Located in an unspoilt spot on the Algarve, 15 minutes from the town of Tavira and surrounded by authentic gastronomy and natural beauty, Fazenda Nova Country House introduce five new suites alongside changes to some of its alluring communal spaces....
Viana do Castelo
Husband and wife duo Nuno Freitas and Rute Esteves have converted a century-old three-storey building into a charismatic guesthouse in the north Portuguese town of Viana do Castelo. Named Dona Emília after Freitas’ grandmother Emília Freitas...
City Notes
Disembarking the ferry in North Amsterdam, revellers need only stagger a few steps before reaching Polly Goudvisch, a brasserie and brown café where ice-cold beer is served at any time of the day and guests are invited to hangout across the two...
City Notes
One of the last memories of the golden industrial era of Bratislava, industrial heritage building Jurkovičova Tepláreň has undergone a huge transformation; now home to a multifunctional hall, café, gallery and restaurant, and fast becoming the...
City Notes
Paris- and Barcelona-based Hazard Studio have completed the design for restaurant NM, a clandestine venue in the northwest Spanish city of Oviedo from two Michelin-starred chef, Nacho Manzano. With seating for just 20 diners, the space features...
City Notes
Accommodating up to 13 adults throughout seven suites, available as an entire complex or three separate units, Câlin is a design-led guest house located in a secluded piece of Provence, found between vineyards and nature and boasting spectacular...
Dispatches
Welcome to Tacoma, Washington. Close to Seattle, this vibrant city offers a plethora of opportunities for residents and visitors alike. From its stunning natural landscapes to its diverse culture, living in Tacoma has something for everyone. In...
Dispatches
Are you considering moving from Ohio to Texas? Relocating to a new state involves careful consideration of various factors that can impact your lifestyle, finances, and overall well-being. In this article, we will explore the pros and cons of moving...
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Living in Jacksonville Beach, Florida offers a unique coastal lifestyle with its picturesque beaches, pleasant climate, and vibrant community. Located on the northeast coast of Florida, Jacksonville Beach is a city that combines the relaxed...
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Have you ever wondered how quiz builders can help you in the online learning process? If you are tired of assigning tasks students are unwilling to complete; then online quiz builder is the way out. The matter is that modern online tools like an...