Tropicana Magazine May-Jun 2016 #107: The Glam Issue

THE VACATION
Milan: More Than
Meets the Eye
WORDS THERESA SHALINI STEPHEN
PHOTOGRAPHS SHERATON DIANA MAJESTIC, ISTOCKPHOTO & GETTY IMAGES
BESIDES WATCHING GORGEOUS MODELS STRUT DOWN
THE RUNWAY DURING MILAN FASHION WEEK, THERE’S
A WEALTH OF ART, CULTURE, ARCHITECTURE AND
GASTRONOMY IN MILAN TO EXPLORE.
With its glorious art and architecture, it’s no wonder Milan is
the location of choice to showcase some of the most exclusive
fashion in the world during the Milan Fashion Week. Planning
a trip around Europe and happen to have Italy on your list?
Circle Milan in red ink – this world-famous metropolis is a
must-see if you love being surrounded by the sophistication of
Renaissance-era artwork.
If you are a fan of elegant old buildings, staying in a classy,
century-old hotel might intrigue you. Built in 1908, the
Sheraton Diana Majestic resides in the heart of Milan, with
the majority of its rooms furnished with antique furniture and
overlooking the main garden. The hotel once held an important
place in the heart of European history; in fact, the elite classes
of Milan used to hold exclusive outdoor parties in the garden
during the early 50s. Today, the space is used for aperitivos, or
pre-dinner drinks.
For a more contemporary touch, the ME Milan il Duca in Piazza
della Republica is a celebrity favourite with names like Paris
Hilton and Adam Levine on the guest list. Designed by worldfamous
architect Aldo Rossi, its central location just 800m away
from the ‘Fashion District’ makes it ideal for fashion addicts.
Plus, their Radio Bar on the 10th floor allows for stunning
views of Milan – and on a particularly clear day, you might even
catch a glimpse of the Italian Alps beyond the shimmering lights
of the Porta Nuova.
78 TM | MAY/JUNE 2016