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EDITION

HOTELS

RESTAURANTS

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Our distinctive

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LIFESTYLE

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Resorts

One&Only

conCnues to evolve the concept of Ultra-Luxury

Escape to the southernmost Cp of the Baja California

Peninsula, where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez at

One&Only Palmilla. On the country's western coast sits

One&Only Mandarina, nestled between lush jungle expanses

and the lapping Pacific Ocean.

A LEGENDARY RETREAT

MEXICO

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MEXICAN ESCAPE

Among the first of their kind in the world, an

exclusive collecCon of 54 One&Only Private

Homes are available to own amid sheer tropical

beauty. With incredible design and abundant

space, they invite loved ones to soak up the

unrivalled service and wonders of One&Only

Mandarina.

RESORTS

LIKE NO OTHER

Created exclusively for the ultra-luxury market, One&Only was

originally conceived as a hallmark of excellence. Set in some of the

most beauCful locales in the world, each award-winning resort

offers guests a disCncCve style and personality borne of its local

culture, a genuine hospitality and a lively energy that is unrivaled.

LAND ADVENTURES

Be immersed in Mexican culture

A BRAND NEW ECO-HAVEN

A second resort in Mexico is now open and invites you to

experience the undisturbed, awe-inspiring natural selng of

One&Only Mandarina. A hidden retreat in Riviera Nayarit, with

palm-fringed sands, swimmable shores and an energeCc

environment cramed for reconnecCon.

MEXICO’S COASTAL RAINFOREST

Emerald cliffs, lush coastal rainforest, som white sands, and warm,

life-filled ocean. One&Only Mandarina invites you to feel

effortlessly glamorous at our rare haven in nature

Situated at the edge of the

Baja Peninsula, the

One&Only Palmilla resort

has been long known as one

of the world’s m o s t

exclusive ultra-luxury

resorts.

One&Only Mandarina

OPENED in NOVEMBER 2020

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« "

The world is a book

and those who don’t travel

only read one page

Augustine of Hippo

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A

luxurious escape

welcome aboard

Step aboard the historic carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-

Express and uncover a hidden jewel, gliNering and Cmeless. An

uncontested icon of the rails, this train has long captured the hearts

and imaginaCons of glamorous guests. Three elegant dining carriages

exude culinary sophisCcaCon, from Lalique glass inlays in Cote d’Azur

to black lacquer panels in L’Oriental. A steward in blue and gold livery

waves with a white-gloved hand, welcoming you on board with a

knowing smile. SeNle in to your cabin, adorned with art-deco details

and French-polished cherry wood, and sit back as a grand voyage

begins.

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BELMOND

THE VENICE-SIMPLON

ORIENT-EXPRESS

The icon of the rails

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Travel from the City of Lights to the City of Love in Cmeless style

aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Art deco design

Rekindle the romance of the rails as

you travel between Europe’s most

capCvaCng ciCes

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is

the most storied set of carriages in the

world. It promises to take you not just

across Europe, but to transport you

back in Cme. With its polished wood,

sumptuous upholstery and anCque

fixtures, the train epitomises the

glamour and elegance of the Golden

Age of travel.


Grand Suite Venice

Grand Suite Paris

Every journey aboard this iconic train

becomes an unforgeNable adventure. Step

back in Cme to a more glamorous age and

enjoy the finest cuisine, wine and service.

Grand Suite Istanbul

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Restaurant Cars

Uncover the secret history of our

stunning 1920s carriages

Take your seat for the culinary adventure

of a lifeWme

As you journey across Europe in style, unique

dining experiences abound. Local, seasonal

produce stars as we take fresh ingredients on

board at stops along the route. Glance through

the window and you may spot our skilled team

inspecCng lobsters from BriNany or salt marsh

lamb from Mont St Michel.

For

an unforgettable event

Take the classic route from London to Venice, the

gateway to the Orient. This breathtaking journey

through rural French farmlands and Swiss Alpine

valleys can be travelled in either direcCon, or both.

Go further afield with Paris to Istanbul, an

authenCc adventure over six days to the edge of

Europe. Delve into culture with stops in Budapest

and Bucharest before arriving in soulful Istanbul.

Paris to Berlin is the newest journey in the

repertoire, a thrilling voyage connecCng two of

Europe’s most vibrant cultural hubs. The tradiCon

of the grand tour thrives with a luxurious escape on

the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.

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See more of Europe with Belmond

In 1977 Belmond’s founder, James B Sherwood, purchased two

vintage train carriages at a Monte Carlo aucCon.

Recognising a renewed appeCte for sophisCcated travel, he searched

far and wide to unearth stately rail relics in private gardens, museums

and railway sidings. Cars from famous vintage trains, including Le

Train Bleu and the Rome Express, deserved a noble return to service,

but required a specialised level of cramsmanship to be restored.

Luckily a handful of arCsans were found for the task, and they began

the painstaking process of returning the carriages to their former

glory. Following years of careful restoraCon, the iconic midnight-blue

cars finally rolled onto the rails in 1982, ready to escort guests in

peerless luxury on a classic journey between London and Venice

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THE RITZ CARLTON

YACHT COLLECTION

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THE RITZ-CARLTON YACHT COLLECTION INTRODUCES

2021 SEASON ITINERARIES

Travelers Worldwide are Invited to Book Their 2021 Voyage on the Custom-Built Luxury Yacht,

Evrima, and Enjoy Culturally Immersive ICneraries Around the Globe


travel

be among

the first aboard

With a leisurely cruising style, the legendary service

of The Ritz-Carlton, and soughtamer desCnaCons

around the world, the next season of iCneraries

introduces visits to over 50 new ports and will

conCnue to deliver one-of-a-kind voyages to its

guests onboard Evrima, the first of three yachts from

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht CollecCon. Evrima, a word of

Greek origin meaning “discovery”, inspires travelers

to immerse themselves in excepConal experiences,

explore new desCnaCons and foster the spirit of

adventure that makes travel so rewarding.

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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht CollecCon brings the

legendary Ritz-Carlton service to sea with an

allinclusive luxury sailing experience leading guests

to ports at some of the world’s most soughtamer

desCnaCons. Designed with a yachCng lifestyle in

mind, Evrima, the first of three bespoke yachts from

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht CollecCon will stop at both

signature and

feel

iconic desCnaCons.

The yacht experience offers both dayCme and

overnight ports of call, promising more flexibility

for guests’ Cme on land. Carefully curated

programming is offered both at each desCnaCon

and throughout the journey.

enlightened

The 2021 curated iCneraries aboard Evrima will

take guests to some of the most stunning

locaCons around the world, providing unique

access to iconic yachCng playgrounds as well as

and charming towns. With most voyages 7-

nights in duraCon, iCneraries are designed to

not repeat the same ports back-to-back, making

them the perfect choice to do a single iCnerary

or combine with the following iCnerary for those

seeking an extended voyage.

An extended Mediterranean season includes

ports-of-call in the Greek Isles and Côte d’Azur,

while stops in places such as Cartagena and

MarCnique add to the splendor of a journey

through the Caribbean. Travelers will also have

the opCon to enjoy a plethora of iconic, laidback

desCnaCons including Puerto Rico, the

BriCsh Virgin Islands, Barbados and Aruba, while

up north, guests will marvel at the spectacular

beauty of New England and Eastern Canada,

enjoying the region’s charming autumn season.

Travelers aboard Evrima will be met with luxury

ameniCes and have limitless opportuniCes to

make the most of their Cme at sea through a

vast range of offerings and acCviCes.

Guests of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht CollecCon will

enjoy an all-inclusive luxury experience including

spacious suite accommodaCons, onboard

acCviCes and entertainment, mulCple dining

venues, onboard gratuiCes, WiFi and

watersports from the yacht’s marina plasorm.

Experiences available for an addiConal fee

include specialty dining at S.E.A., the yacht’s

signature restaurant designed by Michelinstarred

Chef Sven Elverfeld, spa treatments, and

immersive excursions offered through The Shore

CollecCon. Voyage prices will vary based upon

the iCnerary and season.

The yachts are also available for private charter.

For more informaCon on Evrima and the 2021

yacht season, please visit

www.ritzcarltonyachtcollecWon.com

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A

luxury sailing

experience

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht CollecCon brings

the legendary Ritz-Carlton service to

sea with an all inclusive luxury sailing

experience leading guests to ports at

some of the world’s most soughtamer

desCnaCons. Designed with a yachCng

lifestyle in mind, Evrima, the first of

three bespoke yachts from The Ritz-

Carlton Yacht CollecCon will stop at

both signature and iconic desCnaCons.

The yacht experience offers both

dayCme and overnight ports of call,

promising more flexibility for guests’

Cme on land. Carefully curated

programming is offered both at each

desCnaCon and throughout the

journey.

T h e R i t z - C a r l t o n Y a c h t

CollecCon already announces

its 2022 and 2023 winter

season of iCneraries. From the

vast and mesmerizing

rainforests of Costa Rica, to

the secluded sands of the

Bahamian islands to the

historic transit through the

Panama Canal, the newly

released iCneraries offer the

space and freedom to enjoy a

variety of desCnaCons and

Cultures.

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« "

The journey of a thousand miles

begins with a single step.

Lao Tzu

« "

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HOTEL RESTAURANT

HERDADE DA MALHADINHA NOVA

PORTUGAL

Restaurant

It is the fruit of the work of consultant and renowned Michelin-starred

chef Joachim Koerper, owner of restaurant Eleven in Lisbon, and the

versaCle resident chef, Rodrigo Madeira e Vitalina Santos, a cook with

vast knowledge of tradiConal Alentejo recipes.

This property is Member of Relais Châteaux

Herdade da Malhadinha Nova

Albernoa, Portugal

A land of endless horizons, rich in colour and bursCng with

sunshine, Baixo Alentejo is one of Portugal’s best-kept secrets. It is

in the heart of this region, in the charming village of Albernoa,

where Herdade da Malhadinha Nova reveals its splendours.

Surrounded by 450 hectares of vineyards and wild fields, this family

estate blends perfectly into the natural environment. Its bucolic

selng even serves as inspiraCon within its walls, where

handcramed marble details and pieces mingle with contemporary

works. As evening falls, enjoy a glass of one of the property’s many

vintages by the pool and let yourself be carried away by the sweet

breeze floaCng through the air. Such Cmeless moments are the

essence of a stay at Herdade da Malhadinha Nova.

A signature Cuisine

in the heart of nature

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Portugal

Food & Drink

Michelin-Starred Restaurants Michelinstarred

restaurants offer excepConal dining

experiences, and omen they are more accessible

in Portugal when compared to many other

locaCons elsewhere in the world. Portugal is now

home to 27 top restaurants, with four new

entries at the 2020 awards. Casa de Chá da Boa

Nova led by chef Rui Paula, celebrates the

freshest fish and seafood in Leça da Palmeira, and

has earned a new star, ascending to the exclusive

group of seven Portuguese restaurants at twostar

level. Portugal has yet to earn its three-star

restaurant.

There are two new Michelin-starred restaurants

in Lisbon, Epur led by chef Vincent Farges and

Fimy Seconds by MarCn Berasategui. However,

three Portuguese restaurants have lost their

stars: two in the Algarve, Henrique Leis and

Willie’s, and L’And Vineyards, in Montemor-o-

Novo, in the Alentejo.

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Restaurant Ocean, Algarve ** stars


Portugal

Michelin **Stars

Vila Joya / Dieter Koschina, Vila Joya Hotel, Albufeira (Algarve)

Two Stars **

Alma / Henrique Sá Pessoa, Lisbon

Belcanto / José Avillez, Lisbon

Casa de Chá da Boa Nova / Rui Paula, Leça da

Palmeira – New (upgrade)

Il Gallo d’Oro / Benoit Sinthon, The Cliff Bay, Funchal

(Madeira)

Ocean / Hans Neuner, Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa,

Alporcinhos (Algarve)

The Yeatman / Ricardo Costa, The Yeatman Hotel,

Vila Nova de Gaia

Vila Joya / Dieter Koschina, Vila Joya Hotel, Albufeira

(Algarve)

One Star *

A Cozinha / António Loureiro, Guimarães

AnCqvvm / Vitor Matos, Porto

Bon Bon / Rui Silvestre, Carvoeiro (Algarve)

Casa da Calçada / Tiago Bonito, Hotel Casa da Calçada

Relais & Chateaux, Amarante

Eleven / Joachim Koerper, Lisbon

Epur / Vicent Farges, Lisbon – New

Feitoria / João Rodrigues, AlCs Belem Hotel & Spa, Lisbon

Fimy Seconds / Mar|n Berasategui, MYRIAD by Sana,

Lisbon – New

Fortaleza do Guincho / Miguel Rocha Vieira, Hotel

Fortaleza do Guincho, Cascais

G Restaurante / António and Óscar Gonçalves, Bragança

Gusto by Heinz Beck / Heinz Beck, Conrad Algarve, Quinta

do Lago (Algarve)

LAB by Sergi Arola / Sergi Arola, Penha Longa Resort,

Sintra

Loco / Alexandre Silva, Lisbon

Mesa de Lemos / Diogo Rocha, Viseu, Passos de Silgueiros

– New

Midori / Pedro Almeida, Penha Longa Resort, Sintra

Pedro Lemos, Porto

São Gabriel / Leonel Pereira, Almancil (Algarve) –

announced that will close two days amer the award

ceremony

Vista / João Oliveira, Bela Vista Hotel & Spa, PorCmão

(Algarve)

Vistas / Rui Silvestre, Sesmarias – Vila Nova de Cacela

(Algarve) – New

William / Luís Pestana, Belmond Reid’s Palace, Funchal

(Madeira)

Epur / Vicent Farges, Lisbon

Portugal

Michelin *Star

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Porto

Michelin **Stars

THE YEATMAN

GASTRONOMIC

RESTAURANT

A

panoramic view

of Porto

A breathtaking view on the city of Porto, listed as a

UNESCO world heritage site, and the sinewy curves

of the Douro river. The Yeatman / Ricardo Costa, The Yeatman Hotel, Vila Nova de Gaia

The extraordinary panorama of the River

Douro and the historic centre of Porto

guarantee spectacular scenery, combined

with 2 Michelin stars, awarded in the 2017

Michelin Guide. Aiming to deliver Porto's

most inspiring dining experience, The

Yeatman Gastronomic Restaurant led by

Chef Ricardo Costa, offers imaginaCve

cuisine in which the tradiConal flavours of

Portugal are interpreted and presented

with contemporary flair. It showcases

Portugal's huge range of fish and other

fresh produce as well as its diversity of

regional specialiCes. L i s C n g a

comprehensive choice of Portuguese

wines, as well as a wide selecCon from

other great vineyards around the globe,

the gastronomic restaurant makes a

special feature of food and wine pairing.

Chef's special tasCng menu allows guests

to discover a wealth of matching and

contrasCng flavours as they are taken on a

journey through Portugal's diverse and

varied wine regions.

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Lisbon

Trendy Hotspot

SUD LISBOA

One of Europe’s

most enchanting hotspot

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In recent Cmes, the naturally gimed landscape of Southern Europe has became the fascinaCon of the

tourism world. The friendly climate, sultry coastlines, and the picturesque landscapes add

handsomely to the proposiCon of shaping a dream trip for anyone who wants to witness nature at its

best. Labeled as the land of sun, sea, and sand, Portugal has a nature-appreciaCng that has lately

transformed and incorporated the rich culture that the country has in store. The jewel of such an

immaculate combinaCon is the capital of Lisbon; a city that is at the heart of all the fascinaCng

features adoring Portugal. When it comes to lavish places in Lisbon, it doesn’t get much beNer than a

visit to trendy and enchanCng SUD Lisboa. A stylish waterside hotspot situated right on the riverfront

of the historic district of Belém, complimented with the all-embracing sight of the Tagus River and

the engineering marvel of 25 de Abril. The iconic place is designed to impress the most sophisCcated

of minds. witnessing resounding success evident by the events and the hustle that it has generated in

the beauCful city of Lisbon. www.sudlisboa.com


BAR . RESTAURANT

SUD LISBOA

LISBON, PORTUGAL

The new place

to be in Lisbon

SUD Lisboa Terrazza is a fine definiCon of combining the stunning

spectacle with the food of the highest order. Equipped with the

stunning panoramic views and supporCng the presence of the

enterprising ExecuCve Chef Patrick Lefeuvre, the menu offers the

world-famous Mediterranean cuisine with the Italian flavors and an

aNracCve entertainment during the evenings.

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YAMBA YAMBA

A

CAPARICA

voyage

of discovery

Lisbon

Beach Club

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The Costa Da Caparica and its 26 km of coastline

faces the might of the AtlanCc Ocean, and onto the

wide, sandy beaches powerful waves break, making

it ideal for surfing and kitesurfing.

Caparica

a beautiful

natural scenery

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O nly a 20-minute drive from Lisbon,

Caparica beach has remained something of a

secret. Facing the ocean, this cosy beach-club has

really something special. A space to appreciate

the beauty of natural surroundings. Yamba sets

the scene for a wholesome beach experience. We

can relax in sunset sofas, cabanas, bedouin tents,

Moroccan tables… Appreciate the shadow of

wooden bungalows and tasty food from Chef

Marcio Rodrigues in the “Kitchen”; using fresh

and local Portuguese ingredients. Swim, eat,

drink, relax... and dance on Yamba’s music

idenCty rooted is soul, funk and disco.

Looking for wellness? disconnect from urban life

with Yamba’s holiscCc program.

Condé Nast Traveller Magazine

10 Best Beach Clubs in the World

Yamba

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« "

The real voyage of discovery

consists not in seeking new landscapes

but having new eyes.

Proust

« "Marcel

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ELEVATED FRENCH CUISINE

Gastronomy

Gastronomy Designed by

Three Michelin-star

YannickAlléno

Under the expert eye of acclaimed French chef Yannick Alléno,

the gastronomic visionary behind all the restaurants, the

resort's cuisine draws inspiraCon from across the globe.

Located on the furthest Cp of The Palm’s

West Crescent, One&Only The Palm offers

guests the chance to leave the bustling city

behind and enter an exclusive island

enclave. Complete with its own private

marina and accessible by boat or via a

winding driveway, this elegant retreat

might be minutes from the heart of Dubai,

but it feels like a million miles away.

Inspired by the architecture of Andalusia’s

Moorish palaces, One&Only The Palm’s

modern Arabesque design curates a feeling

of calm sanctuary that celebrates the

desCnaCon. Providing the perfect

accompaniment to One&Only The Palm’s

ultra-luxury surroundings, three Michelinstar

chef Yannick Alléno is the chef charged

with curaCng the resort’s three capCvaCng

restaurants and catalogue of playful dining

experiences. Nicknamed ‘Prince of the

Palaces’ in reference to his posiCon within

the elite circle of the world’s greatest

chefs, Alléno is known for his passion to

create, innovate, taste and play with

ingredients in order to elevate them to

something extraordinary. Using reinvenCon

as his canvas, he creates culinary artworks

that derive from tradiCon but journey to a

place of discovery and wonder. From

creaCve fine dining, Middle Eastern cuisine

made with local ingredients, to laid-back

but lavish amernoon teas with a touch of

Arabian flair and jeNy-side sunset dining,

One&Only The Palm offers a diverse array

of dining experiences for every mood. The

voyage begins at ZEST, where dining

arsully blends flavours from the Middle

East, Asia and the West. Locally inspired

mezze is created from prime ingredients

alongside fresh seafood and the finest cuts

of beef from two theatrical show kitchens.

The extensive menu features everything

from light bites to share and freshly

prepared sushi, to farm-fresh salads and

desserts handmade by arCsans. Buzzing

from sunrise to sunset, guests can linger

over a long lunch on its sweeping outdoor

terrace or enjoy breakfast gazing at the

resort’s iconic pool from its floor-to-ceiling

windows. Housed in the Manor House,

with its glass leaf Arabesque moCfs and cut

quartz crystal chandeliers, guests will first

get the hint that dining at One&Only The

Palm is an experience like no other. On

weekends, ZEST’s lavish brunch draws an

urbane crowd of local residents and guests

who come for a fusion of flavours served in

a refined selng.

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ZEST Live Kitchen Chef Yannick Alléno

Building on techniques honed in the kitchens of

France that won him the highest honours in the

cooking world, STAY by Yannick Alléno is fine

dining at its most playful. TradiConal cooking

methods are married with modern culinary

advancements to create a seasonally evolving

menu of signature dishes and tasCng menus.

From creaCve starters such as ‘LangousCne

flirCng with a crystallised rose’, to the finest

milk-fed lamb maturated for 12 days in a salt

moss cave, the dining experience at STAY

exceeds expectaCons. The dramaCc

monochrome dining room sCcks to a paleNe of

black, bronze and silver – with splashes of rich

burgundy and high Cmbre walls for a touch of

theatre. Baroque black crystal chandeliers

suspended from vaulted ceilings cast a gentle

spotlight on Yannick’s wiNy dishes and highlight

the intenConal lack of stuffiness in service.

InteracCve culinary experiences encourage

guests to immerse themselves further into the

STAY by Yannick Alléno way, be it at the Pastry

Library, where guests assist the Chef De

PaCsserie in creaCng their own desserts, or the

private dining area complete with signature

dishes, pastries and exclusive wine list. Perched

above the Arabian Gulf, 101 Dining Lounge and

Marina is one of Dubai’s most loved alfresco

dining desCnaCons. Serving a refined seafood

menu, the concept takes inspiraCon from the

renowned arCst Damien Hirst’s exhibiCon,

Treasures from the Wreck of the Unbelievable.

Every aspect – from the intricately designed ‘fish

scale’ tableware to an elevated menu of the

finest seafood – celebrates the restaurants

ocean-side locaCon. Fusing age-old cooking

techniques such as smoking, salCng and

fermentaCon, fresh sustainably sourced seafood

is presented in a modern arCsCc style. Designed

to deliver more than what it first appears, dishes

are not what they seem, revealing hidden

depths of flavour or inspired bursts of texture

inviCng diners to dive into the deep. Adjacent to

the resorts private marina, the overwater

terrace boasts gliNering views over the city

skyline. Accessible by yacht or jeNy from

One&Only The Palm, the chic lounge opens out

to sprawling overwater seaCng. At night and on

weekends, the resident DJ and live

entertainment brings a vibrant life and energy as

the tempo shims from day to night.

The Lounge provides a comforCng sanctuary for

Amernoon Tea, light snacks and refreshments in

the Manor House. , while 24-hour in-room

dining provides guests with the perfect reason

to linger a liNle longer within the comfortable

privacy of their guest room or suite. For those

wanCng to stretch their palates further, a quick

boat transfer from the resort’s private jeNy

takes diners to sister property One&Only Royal

Mirage where eight excepConal restaurants

await.


Dubaï

ONE&ONLY THE PALM DUBAI, UAE

101 Dining Lounge & Bar

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FOOD

story

© Erik Kleinberg

Chef NICK BRIL

THE JANE RESTAURANT

ANTWERP BELGIUM

“I am 35 and sZll at the beginning of my career. I

try to travel as oèn as possible to get acquainted

with other cultures, people, ingredients, ... This

enables me to further develop myself. When I

finally return to The Jane, I am bursZng with new

ideas for both the restaurant and the bar. My

ulZmate goal is to translate this feeling and my

experiences to the plate so that the guests can

also see, smell and taste it themselves. The

combinaZon of fine dining, arZsts and designers

makes my job as an entrepreneur incredibly

fascinaZng, but at the same Zme it is one of the

most challenging jobs I have ever had."

T

ExecuCve Chef has forged a disCncCve culinary career path

leading to the opening of Manresa and pulng him at the

forefront of new contemporary California cuisine. Kinch’s

driving force for his daily work remains the saCsfacCon he gets

from cooking. “Very simply, I love doing this,” he says. “My

great pleasure is people being incredibly happy with their

experience at the restaurant.” Kinch’s culinary philosophy is

fostered by the terroir, or the “sense of place” of the California

Coast, and the kind of ingredient-driven cooking and modern

technique he has studied around the world.

Chef DAVID KINCH

MANRESA, LOS GATOS,

CALIFORNIA, USA

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Trained at French gastronomy school

Grégoire-Ferrandi in Paris, Frederic

Larquemin started his career along with

Chef Henri Charvet at Comte de

Gascogne, a Michelin-starred restaurant

nearby Paris. At the age of 18, he arrived

in London, eager for discovering the

world, by French Chef Michel Bourdin’s

side at Connaught and joined Gordon

Ramsay’s team at the Claridge’s, which

gained its 1st Michelin star at that Cme.

Chef FREDERIC LARQUEMIN

WALDORF ASTORIA VERSAILLES

TRIANON PALACE, FRANCE

Chef PIA LEON

KJOLLE RESTAURANT

LIMA, PERU

T

Central in Lima has earned a reputaCon as one of the finest restaurants not just in South America but in the world, an achievement

most commonly aNributed to its founder and chef-owner, Virgilio Mar|nez. But behind the scenes, driving the restaurant alongside

Mar|nez for the last decade, is Pía León, one of the most talented, albeit under-rated, chefs in the industry. Now, amer opening her

first solo restaurant, León is ready for the spotlight, and is about to get the recogniCon she deserves.

Chef PATRICE VANDER

RESTAURANT LES FRESQUES

HOTEL ROYAL PALACE EVIAN, FRANCE

« To my mind, cooking’s three main ingredients must above all be

love, passion and respect for the produce. This is a golden rule that I

like to share with others by creaZng fine cuisine that brings out the

best in outstanding local produce. » Rewared once again with a star

by the Guide Michelin 2020

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Her philosophy: Cooking and presenZng a dish is like giìng a precious gi` to

my customers. As a chef we play a humble role of paying homage and ode to

the ingredients given to us.

Chef VICKY LAU

TATE DINING ROOM & BAR

HONG KONG

Chef Mariya Russell was named Rookie

of the Year for 2019 in Chicago

Tribune’s Dining Awards. Best Chef de

Cuisine at the 2020 Jean Banchet

Awards; and is a semifinalist for the

James Beard FoundaCon Awards 2020

in the category of Best Chef: Great

Lakes.

Chef MARIYA RUSSELL

KIKKO RESTAURANT

CHICAGO, USA

Chef Andrea Migliaccio created

a special tasCng menu for the

occasion where guests are

taken on a truly revealing

culinary journey and savor the

most iconic dishes of his 10-

yearlong residence at the Two

Michelin awarded restaurant.

Chef ANDREA MIGLIACCIO

RESTAURANT L’OLIVO

CAPRI PALACE ANACAPRI ITALY

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Embark on a journey.

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// a room with a view

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL

HOTEL’S VIEW

For a sumptuous surrounding and an

unforgettable

stay

Panoramic pool

MUSEUM HOTEL, CAPPADOCIA, TURKEY

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MUSEUM HOTEL

CAPPADOCIA . TURKEY

A view

on the valley

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This amazing hotel has been is the world’s first “living

museum” concept hotel. Every area of the hotel—the 30

rooms, the public areas, the restaurant, and even the cave

tunnels—displays examples of priceless historical

monuments from the Hilte, Roman, Seljuk, and ONoman

periods, all registered with Nevşehir Museum. Experience a

mix of Cappadocian culture—its architecture, tradiCons,

lifestyle, ancient cuisine, and even early regional clothing

styles—in its unique “living museum” concept. The concept

of the “living museum” is a truly meaningful one: the hotel

was built through a project of restoring caves and stone

houses thousands of years old, as well as buildings that are

the most magnificent examples of cramsmanship in the

region. A must-see address

Panoramic valley view

MUSEUM HOTEL,

CAPPADOCIA, TURKEY

Where Museum Hotel is now located, it is known that the last

inhabitants of the area were from the Tekeli clan, amer which

the district is named. The Tekeli clan was a famous nomadic

Turkmen clan who brought to the region the renowned horse

breed known as Akhal-Teke. It would seem certain that that

Cappadocia, known in those Cmes as the “Land of BeauCful

Horses”, must have been extremely welcoming for the

members of the Tekeli clan.

The terrace overlooking the valley offers a 180°

panorama of a landscape that is unique in the world.

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TWEEDSMUIR PARK LODGE

BRITISH COLUMBIA . CANADA

grizzly bear

what a view !

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Panoramic mountains view

TWEEDSMUIR PARK LODGE

BC, CANADA

Just 1h flight from Vancouver - West Coast - Between the staggering granite

slopes of Mt Stupendous and Mt Mellikan, where the Atnarko, Talchako and

Bella Coola Valleys merge, you’ll find Tweedsmuir Park Lodge and your

window to the wilderness.

Escape to one of ten authenCc Cmber-framed chalets showcasing soul-sCrring

views of the rugged Coast Range Mountains, forest fringe, and the lodge lawn

– a regular hangout for sows (female bears) and cubs. Venture 200 meters

from the chalet to find one of two private wildlife and grizzly bear viewing

plasorms, offering astonishing views up and down the Atnarko River.

This amazing place was named one of BriZsh Columbia’s Best Luxury Lodges by

CNN Travel.

There are a total of 11 guest chalets - A classic Canadian

wilderness lodge, the historic Tweedsmuir Park Lodge is

set on 60 acres of private land within Tweedsmuir

Provincial Park. Originally built in 1929 as a hunCng and

fishing lodge, today the resort accommodates those

seeking a more eco-friendly adventure within a relaxing

retreat.

Engage all your senses in a wild encounter with the grizzly

From Downtown Vancouver to a Great Bear Rainforest

river drim in just three hours, Tweedsmuir Park Lodge is a

remote escape with convenient access, giving you more

Cme with the bears!

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HOTEL ROYAL

EVIAN-LES-BAINS . FRANCE

breathe

now

Le Royal Evian

One of the thirty-one distinguished palaces in France

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Panoramic view on the Lake Geneva

LE ROYAL EVIAN, FRANCE

L

ake Geneva

ocated in the heart of Evian-les-Bains, on the shores of Lake Geneva,

facing Lausanne (Switzerland) and at the foot of the Alps, the Hôtel Royal was

inaugurated in 1909 and owes its name to the King of England, Edward VII.

Completely renovated in 2015 by François Champsaur, interior designer, and by

François ChaCllon, chief architect of historical monuments, the hotel has retained its

grandeur, relaxed sophisCcaCon and total luxury, meeCng the requirements of the

most discerning travelers , in an excepConal selng. By receiving the highest

disCncCon in the 5-star category, the Hôtel Royal Évian has become one of the 31

disCnguished palaces in France. The laNer has remained faithful to the great

tradiCon of presCgious hotels, with its demand for quality in recepCon, service,

comfort, catering ... The Royal Hotel has 150 rooms and suites with terraces,

offering a view of the hotel's private park or the lake. Luxury interiors, refined

charm, gourmet summits, feelings of well-being and capCvaCng horizons invite

customers to appreciate the French art of living.

This architectural gem, with its idea of great luxury, offers the

highest levels of service to customers. The service and the

remarkable care given to the smallest details which signify the

personalized welcome of each visitor, meet the highest

standards, that of being worthy of an authenCc palace of

excepConal luxury.

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HOTEL SOFITEL

SYDNEY DARLING HARBOUR

SYDNEY . AUSTRALIA

A view

on the

harbour

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Striking city harbor

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour faces the

city center and offers views of the harbor.

Close to shopping neighborhoods and the

convenCon center, the hotel blends the

French art de vivre with local culture.

Rooms and suites feature contemporary

décor and subtle French design accents

and ameniCes. Rooms include wriCng

desks and comfortable seaCng to enjoy

the views of the skyline, while suites offer

addiConal living spaces.

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Q

atar

Get a sneak peek of Qatar’s most prominent museums, transport yourself to the

country’s beauWful beach and desert landscapes, marvel at world-class resorts

and shopping desWnaWons. The country offers endless virtual inspiraWon before

you add the full experience to your future travel list.

Located on the east coast of Qatar in the heart of the Gulf, Doha is the major commercial center of the country, and home

to its main port. Bordered by the calming Corniche Bay on one side and the golden sands of the desert on the other, Doha

is an alluring blend of tradiConal and contemporary lifestyles. The Ritz-Carlton, Doha embraces both sides of Doha culture,

blending them into a seamless experience for guests to enjoy and take away with them as an indelible memory. Doha, the

capital of Qatar, is commonly referred to as the “City of Balance.” While it is one of the fastest developing ciCes in the

world, it keeps its tradiCons and culture very close to its heart. Today, Doha is quickly earning a global reputaCon for

excellence in hospitality, as it conCnues to host major events from world poliCcal talks to annual sporCng events. Worldclass

Doha resorts and architecturally significant buildings conCnue to aNract business and leisure visitors to the city that

has become the new focus of the modern Middle East.

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connect

with nature

Dive into adventure

Sports enthusiasts will find all the adventure and adrenaline

they need, from water sports to desert acCviCes and city

adventures, when visiCng Qatar.

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Get inspired

For the ulCmate road trip, head out to the Inland Sea at the

southern end of Qatar. The remoteness offers an escape that

unlocks doors to one of the only two places in the world where the

desert meets the sea.

Qatar is a land that offers unique

experiences and capCvaCng landscapes. It's

a land that truly inspires with its

unparalleled food scene, rich cultural

heritage, luxurious treats, and culng-edge

architecture. Get inspired as you explore

Qatar and unfold its wide selecCon of

offerings.

Al Safliya island or the manta ray-shaped island is one of the

country’s uninhabited islands. Known for its fascinaCng geology and

easy accessibility via dhow boats or yachts; it offers visitors

uninterrupted picturesque views

From water sports to camping, nature to

architecture, Qatar’s got something for everyone

Indulge in some retail therapy

The shops that line the alleyways of the souq beckon with all

manner of goods both pracCcal and fantasCcal. From shoes

to anCques to handicrams, the souq rewards treasure

hunters, with artefacts from around the region. Fishing and

pearl-diving equipment vie for aNenCon with woven fabrics,

rugs, wooden furniture, and glass ornaments that are made

in adjacent workshops. Aspiring musicians can delight in

local varieCes of drums, flutes and string instruments,

including the melancholic oud.

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QATAR

In tradiConal Bedouin culture,

falcons played an intrinsic role

where they were used for hunCng

and were a source of survival in the

desert through the powerful

connecCon between the falconer

and his bird. Falconry plays a vital

role in the region’s history and is of

tremendous cultural significance.

The land of Sand

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THE MUSEUM

OF ISLAMIC ART

The Museum of Islamic Art is the perfect example of how

beauCful of Islamic art is. It is structured as very modern

architecture. The architect came from America and China

to complete the Museum construcCon. It was fully ready

to entertain the tourists. There is a huge collecCon of

Muslim world art, including the Arab, Persian and Africa.

There are arranged many exhibiCons of arts, starCng from

the plasCc art to the Clothes of the Muslim world.

Doha

skyline

Meet a dynamic cultural centre

Qatar introduces a thriving arts and culture scene,

with iconic museums, prominent galleries, impressive

public art installaCons, and architectural masterpieces.

THE PEARL

Dhow boats

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QATAR

From Qatar’s museums and galleries to Katara Cultural Village and Souq Waqif,

walk through the country’s heritage. Start the morning at Katara Cultural Village

and take in the intricate beauty of the Katara mosque, pigeon towers, as well as

art galleries showcasing local arCsts. Grab a bite at one of the many cafes and

restaurants, or take a stroll along the beach. Next, take a ‘Hop on, Hop off’ Doha

Bus tour, which offers an efficient way to take in the sights. Head to the stunning

Museum of Islamic Art, covering 14 centuries of Islamic art and artefacts. Be awed

by the desert-rose inspired NaConal Museum of Qatar, where interacCve displays

bring the country’s past to life. Spend the evening wandering through the

tradiConal market Souq Waqif, where a panoply of delights await. End with a stroll

along the Corniche board walk and a ride on a Dhow boat to enjoy the sea breeze

as well as spectacular night views of the skyline.

French gastronomy is internaConally recognized

as the epitome of dining. Experience the best of

French cuisine by Michelin starred Chef Alain

Ducasse with an Arabian flair and breathtaking

views of the iconic Doha skyline.

Souqs remain an important part of daily life in

Qatar, and with its central locaCon within

Doha, Souq Waqif is an ever popular spot for

locals and visitors alike.

Qatari Dhow Cruises (Mahmal)

Qatar has a proud history of seafaring, and today it is possible to experience that

aboard a tradiConal wooden dhow boat. Full-day, half-day and evening sightseeing

excursions, including a meal, can be arranged through hotels or local tour

operators.

For centuries, pearls were an important export for Qatar. Although the country’s

economy has long since evolved, Qatar sCll maintains an affinity for these unique

natural treasures. Today, visitors can find an excellent selecCon of genuine pearl

jewellery at fine retailers across the country; for the best deals, head to Souq Waqif

and the Gold Souq in Doha.

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RsW

HOTEL

SELECTION

Qatar redefines city breaks with extraordinary

experiences for all, from high-end hotels and resorts to

fine dining and extravagant shopping malls.

Banana Island

PRIVATE LUXURY ISLAND

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QATAR

Explore Indelible Doha with Countless Things to Do.

Unwind with spa bliss and sunset dining on remote

shores, or dive into adventure and discovery.

Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara is a crescent of

golden beach and over water villas just off the coast of

downtown Doha. Accessible by private catamaran,

escape for family adventures, ocean thrills or serene spa

bliss.

Twenty minutes from the heart of Qatar's vibrant capital,

a luxury yacht ferry crosses crystal clear water to reach a

breathtaking island that feels the world away. Welcome

to Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara - a paradise

sanctuary of world-class faciliCes and limitless acCviCes,

both above and below the water, providing relaxaCon and

adventure, wellness and pure indulgence.

Water, water everywhere

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// wellness

‟

in the

Wilderness

Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley,

Australia’s Ultra-Luxury Conservation Resort

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The One&Only Spa has introduced Sound Therapy, a series of

specialised treatments harnessing the power of sound and

encouraging guests to leave the stresses of the modern world

behind. The ancient sounds of the Gong and Himalayan singing

bowls slow down the thinking mind and bring a sense of complete

relaxaCon to the whole being through the vibraCon of sound.

AUSTRALIA

Nestled in a private valley with sweeping views of the Blue

Mountains, there’s no beNer place to simply reconnect with

yourself. Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley is a wilderness

wellness oasis where guests can escape urban pressures and

regenerate in a nurturing, natural environment. Offering guests a

range of luxurious, holisCc treatments, the One&Only Spa focuses

on reducing stress and enhancing wellbeing, with experiences

ranging from pure relaxaCon to unique, signature wellness

journeys.

One&Only Spa is a haven of tranquility at Emirates One&Only

Wolgan Valley, set slightly away from the main resort. Drawing on

the essence of its bushland selng, signature therapies have been

specifically cramed to offer a unique spa experience. Spa goers can

indulge in a plethora of relaxing, rejuvenaCng and invigoraCng

treatments including the Mountain Aromatherapy Massage and

Sole to Soul treatment, while reclining in one of six stunning double

treatment rooms, with private floor-to-ceiling views of the

bushland escarpments. Each room of tranquility features its own

indulgent Japanese-style soaking tub, changing area, bathroom and

shower.

Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley

Australia

DISCOVER A VAST UNSPOILT WILDERNESS, WHERE THE

SHEER MAJESTY OF DRAMATIC SANDSTONE CLIFFS SURROUND

SWEEPING FIELDS BLANKETED IN RARE WOLLEMI

PINE. HERE LIES EMIRATES ONE&ONLY WOLGAN VALLEY, A

CONSERVATION RETREAT OF ABSOLUTE LUXURY, SUPREME

PRIVACY AND AWE-INSPIRING NATURAL WONDERS

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WORLD SPA WINNERS

2020

SPA

Enjoy an experience

ONE OF THE BEST LUXURY HOTELS

World’s best Hotel & Spa 2020 Winner

- World Spa Awards -

Introducing the Winners truly outstanding achievers and leaders in their respective fields who

have risen above the competition to lift the 6th annual World Spa Awards trophy

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Brands to lim top honours include Gstaad Palace, Switzerland (‘World’s Best Hotel Spa’),

Lanserhof Tegernsee, Germany (‘World’s Best Medical Spa’) and doTERRA (‘World’s Best

Aromatherapy Brand’), whilst the minimal opulence of Utah’s Amangiri led to its

acknowledgement as ‘World’s Best Desert Spa’.

A

well-being

WINTER

PARADISE

GSTAAD PALACE

ONE OF THE BEST LUXURY HOTELS SWITZERLAND

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GSTAAD PALACE

SWITZERLAND

SWITZERLAND

Whatever you desire from a spa break in

Europe, the The Gstaad Palace wellness & spa

hotel, Switzerland will exceed your

expectaCons. An exclusive 1,800 m2 wellness

facility offers eight treatment rooms, a private

spa suite, saunas and steam baths, a unique

hammam experience and a lounge with a

fireplace. Enjoy spectacular views of the Swiss

Alps too. The spa's 60 meter long stone wall,

built with granite from the nearby Blausee

region, gives a unique alpine feeling.

With 53 cable cars and 220 kilometres of slopes in

total Gstaad is one of the most popular Swiss

desCnaCons for skiing and snowboarding fans. But

even if you don’t want to glide down to the valley

on skis, you are in just the right place in Gstaad.

As sledging runs, snow parks and panoramic

hiking trails will keep you amused. Every winter

lover will find just their thing in Gstaad.

Your Own Private Spa Experience: 5 Star Wellness for Two

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Amangiri, Utah USA

Resort & Spa

World’s Best Desert Spa

UNITED STATES

At the resort

From awe-inspiring landscapes to ancient Navajo

tradiCons, discover all that Amangiri has to offer.

Water therapy

Experience the restoraCve power of submersion in the flotaCon pavilion, or visit the water

pavilion for thermal therapies including a sauna, steam room and plunge pool. Adjoining the

spa, a stone-lined step pool offers temperature-controlled water, cushioned seaCng, desert

views, and an atmosphere conducive to mindful contemplaCon.

The Aman Spa reflects the healing tradiCons of

the Navajo, with treatments drawing on the four

elements of earth, wind, fire and water.

Extending over 25,000 square feet of

the desert, Amangiri’s desCnaCon spa

looks out over the sublime tranquility

of American Canyon Country. Its

menu is shaped by the healing

tradiCons of the Navajo, with

treatments designed to restore hózhó

– the holisCc wellness system

encompassing beauty, balance,

harmony and health.

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LANSERHOF TEGERNSEE

GERMANY

World’s best Medical SPA


GERMANY

A unique place

of tranquility

body and mind

© Alexander Haiden for the Lanserhof

With treatments tailored to your individual needs,

doctors and specialists help you to live a more vital

life. Natural Healing & HolisCc Medicine Tegernsee

Detox amer the Lanserhof cure Tegernsee FasCng

Tegernsee Sleep Therapy & Chronomedicine

Tegernsee NutriConal Therapy Tegernsee Stress

Management & Burnout PrevenCon Tegernsee Pain

Therapy Tegernsee Dermatologic Medical CosmeCcs

Tegernsee Cellgym Tegernsee Body & Mind Health

Tegernsee

Breathtaking nature coupled with impressive

architecture.

This is the Lanserhof Tegernesee -Europe’s

most modern health resort offers 21,000

square meters of hoisCc treatments for

health and well-being.

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ZULAL WELLNESS RESORT

QATAR

World’s best new Wellness Retreat


QATAR

A pioneering desCnaCon in the Middle East which blends

TradiConal Arabic Islamic Medicine with an holisCc health

and wellbeing philosophy, established by Chiva-Som, the

internaConally-acclaimed wellness resort in Thailand.

The Middle East’s

first full-immersion

wellness resort

‘Best DesCnaCon Spa’ in Condé Nast Traveller

The Spa Awards 2020.

Zulal Wellness Resort

by Chiva-Som

Drawing on Chiva-Som’s many years of

experCse catering to an exacCng global

audience whilst retaining an

inextricable connecCon with the local

culture, Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-

Som will offer the highest internaConal

service standards rooted in tradiConal

Qatari hospitality. Located on the coast

in northern Qatar, Zulal Wellness

Resort by Chiva-Som will encompass

wellness services for families

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HOTEL

AMAN SVETI STEFAN

MONTENEGRO

The healing power of water

A on the AdriaCc

forCfied island village

and a royal residence

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A ruggedly beauCful AdriaCc coastline, interlaced with hidden coves and beaches and studded

with ancient towns. Away from the sea, a wild mountain landscape of forested valleys, vineyards

and vast lakes. From Aman SveC Stefan, travellers have access to Unesco-preserved medieval

heritage, authenCc cultural and culinary experiences and all the breath-snatching adventure of

one of Europe’s most naturally spectacular selngs.


The healing power of water

The Aman SveC Stefan spa celebrates the restoraCve

effect of water in its sea-view selng, body

treatments and state-of-the-art faciliCes, with a trio of

hydrotherapy suites offering scrubs, wraps and baths

to rejuvenate the skin and reawaken the senses. Lined

in slate and walled in glass, the pool is the spa’s

crowning glory, spanning from indoors to out.

Pebble beaches, sandy shores

‟

Looking out across the blue of the AdriaCc, the

green lawns of Villa Milocer, and the rose-gold

sands of Queen’s Beach, the Aman Spa

culCvates a sense of profound privacy and

restoraCve calm. Treatments draw upon

Montenegro’s age-old tradiCon of the wild

harvest, drawing on more than 650 medicinal

herbs.

Aman SveC Stefan is a

story in two parts. One

is a beauCfully

preserved 15th-century

fishing village on a

forCfied islet; the other,

on the mainland, is the

shore-side former

summer home of the

Queen Maria of

Yugoslavia – a rusCc

retreat and a royal

residence connected by

an isthmus. Together,

these historic properCes

occupy an 80-acre patch

of Montenegro’s wildly

beauCful coast,

including three idyllic

swimming pools and a

trio of pink-sand

beaches that are among

the most beauCful on

the AdriaCc.

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JORDAN

Explore

the red

WADI RUM

planet

One night on Mars

Bubble Luxotel Wadi Rum

Credit photo luiza.tomi

“The Valley of the Moon”, depicted as Mars in several Hollywood feature films Wadi Rum is an Arabian fairy-tale

waiCng to be discovered. Home to nomadic Bedouin tribes, Wadi Rum is a a quiet getaway of stars, sand, and

sun; a perfect complement from Amman’s epicenter. Once inhabited by the Nabataeans of prehistoric Cmes,

Wadi Rum allows you to get lost in large landscapes and horizon lines. The calmness of the desert is sure calm

your spirit and de-cluNer your thoughts. Wadi Rum is waiCng for you.

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T

he camp offers spectacular mountains view and is only a

10-15 minutes’ drive away from Wadi Rum village/Wadi Rum

Visitors center. The camp is sprawled across 4 kilo meters

square and offers 40 luxurious tent for those who seek the

ulCmate desert adventure.

Wadi Rum Bubble Luxotel

Discover the magic of the night skies with a

Stargazing Experience with Dark Sky Wadi Rum.

In the surroundings of the Wadi Rum desert, you

can explore worlds liNle-known, with the use of

portable telescopes. Astronomers will be on

hand to talk you through your experience and to

help you to spot the numerous celesCal objects.

Perfect for anybody with a passion for the art of

astronomy or just looking for something a liNle

bit ‘out of this world,’ this is a night you’ll never

forget.

Unique Experience of the transparent roof allowing you to truly

immerse yourself within the beauty and tranquillity of nature. Escape

the noise of the outside world and enjoy stargazing in comfort for the

perfect romanCc break in Wadi Rum Jordan.

Stargazing Experience

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Austria

escape

to the mountains

Wild nature, large immaculate

spaces, friendliness of the

inhabitants… Breathe the dimension

you deserve into snow breack.

Perfect cocoons for staying close to

the prisCne slopes, our selecCon of

wooden chalets tucked among the

fir trees, and elegant properCes

nestled in breathtaking natural

surroundings provide the most

beauCful access to popular ski

areas. They all offer memorable

experiences, whether you are

downhill skiing, snowboarding,

cross-country skiing, or making a

snowshoe, dog sled or snowmobile

ascent through sumptuous

landscapes.

In the evening, meet by the

crackling fire in the fireplace for an

enchanCng interlude within a

wonderful land of dreams.

TOP HOTEL HOCHGURGL, Austria - One of Austria’s snowiest

mountain resorts. There is the possibility to ski to and from the hotel

doorstep on renowned ski runs, hire all equipment on site, perfect

skills in the ski school and, of course, enjoy the après-ski at the hotel.

Take advantage of the sunny balcony , the inCmate, cosy atmosphere

of the main suites with subdued lighCng and open fireplaces or enjoy

the mountain spa, a magical place where massages, flower baths and

jacuzzis guarantee unforgeNable moments.

This Hotel is Member of Relais Châteaux

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Italy

AT THE FOOT OF THE SLOPES

ADLER Spa & Resort, DOLOMITI, Italy - A place to let go-

Surrounded by nature, in the heart of Val Gardena.

TradiCon and modernity merge into a tasteful symbiosis.

The fascinaCon of the Dolomites lures visitors outdoors,

offering not only a breathtaking view, but also numerous

leisure acCviCes.

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United-States

At THE LITTLE NELL, Aspen, Colorado, USA - Ski and snowboard guests will enjoy

access to once-in-a-lifeCme on-mountain experiences, such as skiing on the

mountain before it opens, learning to drive a snowcat, snowcat powder tours and

sweeping the mountain at day’s end with Aspen Mountain Ski Patrol.

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Finland

KAKSLAUTTANEN ARCTIC RESORT, Finland

This amazing place is an enchanCng arcCc experiences since

1974. World-famous for iconic Glass Igloos, Northern Lights and

pure Finnish arcCc nature.

France

CHALET EDELWEISS, COURCHEVEL, France

Bringing a new standard of luxury to Courchevel is truly ski in ski

out. Its eight bedrooms, each with private bathrooms, are

furnished to the highest quality with the latest furnishings and

filngs, radiaCng charm, with two master suites of 100m² each.

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« "

Travel makes one modest.

You see what a tiny place

you occupy in the world.

Gustave Flaubert

« "

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FIVE OF THE WORLD’S

BEST LUXURY HOTELS

FOR DESIGN LOVERS

Noka Camp, Lapalala Wilderness Reserve,

northern South Africa

Safari lodges tend to plump for one of two

aestheCcs - either the dark wood and brass

Victoriana of a bygone expediConary era, or the

rusCc Cmber-and-fabric look, in the earthy hues

of the savannah. Both can be uNerly enchanCng,

but neither can claim to be at the culng edge

of design. Noka Camp, by contrast, fuses

modern architecture with a bold approach to

interior design. The canvas roof on each cabin is

a nod to tradiCon, but beneath them sits a

glass-fronted cabin packed with clean lines,

contemporary furniture and bold colours that

complement the landscape rather than merely

blending in with it. This is the first property from

Lepogo Lodges, which says it will offset every

guest’s carbon footprint and return every penny

of profit to conservaCon projects in Lapalala

Wilderness Reserve.

lepogolodges.com/noka-camp

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HOTEL LE ROCH

PARIS . FRANCE

Sarah Lavoine

Parisian and designer

Le Roch Hotel & Spa is the twinkle in

the City of Light’s eye. This parisian

bouCque hotel brings together the

interiors of design oracle by the

talented designer Sarah Lavoine. A

menu by Michelin-star-awarded chef

Arnaud Faye in a classical 19th-century

building smack-bang in the bullseye of

the city of lights.This is a prime base for

exploring the capital, but you can just

as easily escape it: the hotel has a

library with a roaring fire, a spa by

French beauty house Codage, and an

indoor pool with a hidden hammam.

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Alila Fort Bishangarh, Jaipur, Rajasthan

The newly opened Alila Fort is a hotel

that’s truly fit for royalty. The 230-year

old warrior fortress, located in the

picturesque village of Bishangarh, is

steeped in character and history and is a

prime example of Jaipur Gharana

architecture. Following a seven-year

restoraCon project, the fort has

reopened as a grand resort, the latest

opening from luxury hotel group Alila.

The imposing fortress structure has been

lem intact with its towering turrets,

arched windows, even a granite

dungeon, now a luxury spa. It's a

spectacular sight to behold and full to

the brim with five-star ameniCes

including a library, pool veranda and

terrace, cigar lounge and regal banquet

hall. The surrounding views of the

Aravalli Mountain range only add to its

majesty and mysCque. alilahotels.com/

fortbishangarh

The five-star hotel is Park Hyaf's first

venture in Thailand, and no expense was

spared to create a truly original feat of

contemporary architecture. The hotel

occupies the top floors of the luxury new

Central Embassy shopping mall, and its

facade is clad in extruded aluminum Cles

to create a shimmering paNern that draws

on tradiConal Thai architecture. Inside,

the ambience is a lot more restrained,

with an elegant, neutral paleNe of creams

and silver providing a calming contrast to

the bustling city outside. Because of the

building's disCncCve curved shape, nearly

all of the 222 rooms and suites have

different layouts, and all are fiNed with

luxurious rain showers and deep soak

baths that look out across Bangkok's

beauCful skyline.

bangkok.park.hyaf.com

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Kenya

"Up in this air you breathed easily, drawing in a vital

assurance and lightness of heart. In the highlands

you woke up in the morning and thought: Here I am,

where I ought to be."

KAREN BLIXEN, OUT OF AFRICA

ANGAMA LODGE – Kenya

The lodge’s remarkable selng overlooks what many safari

travellers deem the finest game reserve on the conCnent, the

Maasai Mara. Angama Mara’s tented suites stretch out over

two kopjes, the third being the site where many memorable

scenes from Out of Africa were filmed.

Angama Mara, Masai Mara NaWonal Reserve, Kenya

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exploration

Safari means “journey” in Swahili, and Four Seasons Safari Lodge

SerengeC offers a once-in-a-lifeCme journey for those who wish

to see Africa’s stunning wildlife in its natural habitat. You can

experience wildlife safaris at Four Seasons by vehicle, on foot and

even from the air – just don’t forget your camera and binoculars

to record your adventure.

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Tanzania

SOAR ABOVE THE SERENGETI

From a hot-air balloon, watch the savannah come to life just as

the sun rises above the horizon.

The Lodge enjoys an ideal locaCon in the heart of

the SerengeC NaConal Park. There is an abundance

of wildlife viewing to be enjoyed all-year round and

access to some of the region’s most famous game

drive locaCons, all within a day.

FOUR SEASONS SAFARI LODGE SERENGETI

For an ultimate

safari retreat

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for a Wildlife

experience

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Rwanda

Bisate Lodge, adjacent to

Volcanoes NaConal Park,

combines the bucket-list gorilla

trek with a pioneering vision of

reforestaCon and community

partnership. The property is

located in the natural

amphitheatre of an eroded

volcanic cone, with dramaCc views

of the peaks of the Bisoke and

Karisimbi volcanoes rearing up

through Afro-alpine forests.

Encountering one of the gorilla

groups in the nearby Volcanoes

NaConal Park is a unique

experience. Six opulent en-suite

Forest Villas maximise comfort

and views while adhering to

environmentally responsible

principles and reflecCng the rich

culture of rural Rwanda. Bisate is

within easy driving distance of the

Park Headquarters, from where

gorilla treks depart daily. Walks on

Bisate’s property offer birding and

parCcipaCon in the reforestaCon

program. Bisate is Rwanda’s first

genuinely luxurious and ecosensiCve

safari lodge, centred on

Africa’s most immersive wild

primate experience.

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INTO THE EYES of

JOEL SANTOS

PHOTOGRAPHER

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Cormorant Fisherman Smoking Cigar, Yangshuo, China

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Asia

Travels


J

oel Santos is a Travel Photographer,

Documentary Filmmaker, Speaker and Writer, born

in 1978, Lisbon, Portugal. He’s former a economist

which became a journalist, focusing on fading

tradiCons and remote locaCons, embracing his

work with true passion for visual and wriNen

storytelling.

Winner of naConal and internaConal photography

awards, namely the presCgious Travel

Photographer Of The Year, in 2016, and VISÃO/BES

(WPP standards and jury), in 2005. Won 1st

(“Dream Places”) and 2nd (Nature and wildlife)

place awards at the ART & Tour — InternaConal

Tourism Film FesCval (2019) with the short film

“IdenCdade de um Território”, shot for Geopark

Estrela (UNESCO).

joelsantos.net

Fishermen

Ancient traditions

that are fading away

Cormorant Fisherman, Li River, Guangxi, China

Cormorant Fishermen — They use a

method that involves lighCng a light

to lure sweesish and catching them

with tamed cormorants. The bird

has a loop around its neck with

enough space to eat smaller fish,

but prevenCng them fro swallowing

the bigger ones. This tradiCon is

quickly fading away, trampled by

implacable social changes,

economical rules and tourisCc

pressure. Joel documented these

fishermen in Guangxi Province,

China, during several years, starCng

in 2006.

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‟

Nomad Hunters

Berik, Eagle Hunter, Altai, Western Mongolia

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and migration

Eagle Hunters — Only around 400 tradiConal

eagle hunters are lem in the world. The tradiCon

is precious and unless your father was an eagle

hunter, you cannot become one. Joel has been

documenCng Eagle Hunters since 2015.

Tsaatan (Reindeer people) — 1000 km into the

depths of Northern Mongolia to visit the Ganbaa

family, near Khovsgol Lake, led by matriarch

Purev, a widowed reindeer herder. Joel has been

documenCng the Tsaatan since 2016.

Nomad Kazakh MigraCon — Largely based in

Western Mongolia, Kazakhs are a nomadic

people who brave blizzards, extreme hot and

cold weather and rocky mountain paths several

Cmes a year. Joel has been documenCng

migraCons since 2015.

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Tsaatan (Reindeer people), also Dukha, Dukhans or Duhalar,northe

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« "

Learn from the beauty

of mother nature.

« "

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THE MOST ANTICIPATED

LUXURY HOTEL

OPENINGS

‟

2021

One&Only Kea Island, Greece

Located on the west side of Kea Island

in the Cyclades – a spectacular region

of hidden coves, olive groves and

preNy forests – this 65-hectare

beachfront retreat will be home to

resort-style rooms, suites and villas,

as well as a collecCon of private

homes. Accessible by ferry or

speedboat from Lavrion Harbour.

Montage Big Sky, Montana, USA

The first ultra-luxury five-star resort in

the state of Montana, Montage Big

Sky will be located at the renowned

Spanish Peaks enclave, a private ski

and golf course community set on

more than 1,400 hectares of prisCne

wilderness, and less than an hour’s

drive from the gates of Yellowstone

NaConal Park. Offering luxury

guestrooms and suites and turn-key

residences, the property’s guests will

also enjoy ski-in, ski-out access to

over 2,300 hectares of Big Sky

Resort’s terrain, an on-site 18-hole

Tom Weiskopf-designed golf course,

as well as close proximity to the

region’s world-renowned fly-fishing. 89

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It is in Noto, one of the most charming Baroque

townships in Sicily and a UNESCO World Heritage

Site, where Il San Corrado di Noto will open its doors

in February 2021. Bordered by the sea and set amid a

lovely park adorned with fruit trees quintessenCal of

the island, this idyllic resort of spacious suites and

villas, many featuring private pools, is designed to

offer an unrivalled sense of well-being in a relaxing

yet exhilaraCng atmosphere. Discover an inspiring

take on regional cuisine with the two-Michelin-star

Chef.

This hotel is Member of Relais Châteaux

HOTEL

IL SAN CORRADO DI NOTO

SICILY . ITALY

A luxury resort in Sicily, nestled in the persuasive

panorama of the Val di Noto. A noble farm - once

owned by the Prince Nicolaci - becomes today an

idyllic place. A beauCful resort built in surprising

harmony with nature. An amazing collecCon of

spacious suites and villas designed to give the

maximum level of well-being, sCmulaCng a

regeneraCng balance between mind and body. The

relaxing and presCgious atmosphere manages to

exalt the colours of the Sicilian tradiCon and the

most modern and innovaCve comforts at the same

Cme.

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www.ilsancorradodinoto.com

Rosewood Le Guanahani St. Barth

St. Barth’s renowned retreat Le Guanahani is set

to open under the Rosewood flag in spring 2021

following an extensive restoraCon of the fabled

property. Spread across more than seven lush

hectares on a private peninsula looking across

two golden beaches – Marigot Bay and Grand-de-

Sac – and a reef-protected lagoon, Rosewood Le

Guanahani St. Barth will offer luxury guest rooms,

suites and villas, many with private pools, as well

as a beachfront dining concept, Rosewood

Explorers kids’ club, A Rosewood Spa and a

myriad of water sports.


Amanvari, Mexico

Situated in Baja’s East Cape neighbouring the

recently opened Four Season Costa Palmas and

fronted by the Sea of Cortez – the tranquil

Amanvari will be comprised of 20 individual bilevel

pavilions set within a beachfront mangrove

jungle. Perched on sClts over a stunning

waterway and designed to appear as floaCng

islands. Framed by the Sierra de la Laguna

mountain range, the property was once the site

of a historic hacienda and will offer visitors three

restaurants (including a major name chef yet to

be announced), a library and lounge, an infinity

pool with four hot tubs and a spa pavilion.

Bvlgari Paris

A new Bvlgari Hotel is scheduled to open in Paris,

in 2021 following Milan, London, Bali and the

recent opening of Beijing, Dubai and Shanghai in

2018. The Bvlgari Hotels and Resorts collecCon

will grow to ten properCes between 2022 and

2023 with the inauguraCons of Moscow, Roma

and Tokyo. Designed by the Italian architectural

firm Antonio CiNerio Patricia Viel, and the

renowned Parisian architects Valode & Pistre, the

Hotel will be located at 30 Avenue George V. This

Avenue forms with the Champs Elysees and the

Avenue Montaigne the famous “Triangle d’Or”,

one of Paris’ most exclusive and disCncCve areas

offering a wealth of luxury shopping,

entertainment and cultural aNracCons.

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GRAND HOTEL

STOCKHOLM . SWEDEN

Stockholm

Welcome

to the

«Venice of the North»

Grand Hotel Stockholm

A Scandinavian City Break

Stockholm is also called “Venice of the North”

Rightly so, Sweden’s capital, one of Scandinavian’s most beauWful ciWes, is situated on several islands,

surrounded by water. The five-star Grand Hôtel is one of the ciWes oldest hotels, right on the

waterfront, overlooking the Royal Castle.

by Anne Edelstam

Photo: Louise Billgert


It dates back to 1874 and has never been

closed but has been enlarged,

encompassing two adjoining palaces over

Cme. It’s currently even larger than the

Royal Castle! The rooms have been

restored one amer the other. The

magnificent suits or apartments, have

hosted the most presCgious and

honourable guests, such as Winston

Churchill and Greta Garbo. The security is

top priority.

Although the rooms have been

modernized, the hotel has kept its original

grand old style, as its founder, the

Frenchman Régis Cadier intended it to be.

In the “mirror room”, a smaller version of

the famous one in Versailles, the Nobel

banquets took place unCl 1929. The Nobel

laureates and guests sCll stay in the hotel.

Its ballroom and restaurants are used for

banquets, balls, ceremonies and private

parCes.

Don’t miss this fabulous palace when in

Stockholm. As a starter, you may enjoy

the hotel’s favourite champagne, Ruinart,

in its newly opened bar, before heading

for one of the season’s buffet in the

“Winter garden”.

Rich in history and tradiWon

while offering the very latest in modern luxury

Pool at Grand Hôtel Nordic Spa & Fitness

An emblemaCc luxury hotel of the Palace era, Grand Hotel Stockholm has

been able to modernize itself without losing its soul. Maison Pierre Frey has

been chosen by the Eye Interior Agency to lead the ambiCous project of

building two large tailor-made carpets. This presCgious venue, a member of

the Leading Hotels of the World, has revealed Pierre Frey's ability to respond

to large-scale projects by providing their skillful teams and experCse.

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JAMES LEATHAM

The Lifestyle Icon

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ArCsCc director of The Four Seasons Hotel

George V in Paris, James Leatham is now

bringing his arCsCc design to the lobby of

the Four Seasons in Los Angeles.

Jeff Leatham, ArCsCc Director of the Four Seasons Hotel

George V in Paris

and Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, has been creaCng a

sensaCon with his floral

installaCons since he began his floral career in 1995. His

work is a combinaCon of his love for flowers and passion

for design. Using shape, color, and simplicity, his creaCons

are dramaCc, bold, unforgeNable statements that are

always an integral part of the selng. For nearly two

decades, Jeff has produced spectacular displays in Paris.

In 2014, he was awarded the presCgious Chevalier de

l'Ordre des Arts et des LeNres, the highest honor for

arCsts who have made a significant contribuCon to French

culture given by the Minister of Culture. One of Jeff's

greatest honors was designing the major event in the

famed Galerie des Glaces, Hall of Mirrors, at the Chateau

de Versailles since the Cme of Louis XIV and Marie

AntoineNe. Jeff's experCse conCnues to aNract praise

around the world as an author. His three books have

provided inspiraCon for creaCves at every level. "Flowers

by Jeff Leatham", "Flowers by Design", and "Jeff Leatham-

Visionary Floral Art and Design" by Rizzoli remain bestselling

design books worldwide. Omen compared to

contemporary art, Jeff's floral installaCons moCvate

collaboraCons with internaConal design exposiCons and

luxury brands. Such renowned brands such as Alexander

Wang, Balenciaga, BVLGARI, Alexander McQueen,

Swarovski, Givenchy, Ellie Saab, Burberry, Waterford,

Dom Perignon, Samsung and Chanel are just a few who

have commisioned Leatham's signature design style.

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia and plans to make it an

arCsCc desCnaCon.

LUXURY

LOBBIES

Whenever we travel, we take note of how

hotels decorate their lobby with flowers

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SERGE MARZETTA

The Floral Artist

who brings emotions

Grand floral arrangements

Serge MarzeNa has been filling the hotel’s public spaces

with spectacular floral displays since the opening of the

historic property along Lake Geneva in 2005.

“As in culinary, the rhythm of the seasons

plays a huge role for me in selecZng the

character of the flowers and combinaZons

of textures.”

Of the manifold talents behind Four Seasons Hotel

des Bergues Geneva, none put on a producCon

quite like Serge MarzeNa. Yet, he acknowledges,

he is hardly the star of his show. “Ah – that would

be the flowers,” says the Florist, who with his

team of five has been filling public spaces with

spectacular floral displays since the opening of the

historic property along Lake Geneva in 2005. “Our

clientele is very sensiCve to the flowers and the

scents they emit,” he conCnues, counCng guests

among myriad inspiraCons and adding proudly,

“We are very oèn congratulated for our

creaZons.”

Flowers are “a source of emoZons and good

feelings in Switzerland,” notes MarzeNa, a true

floral designer who taps culCvators from near and

far for the elements of his art. He prefers small

local floral producers, especially from around

Geneva, for rare plants, the beNer to maintain

costs and freshness and flexibility. Given the

impossibility of keeping refrigerated inventory at

the Hotel, he has built solid local relaConships

enabling him to be reacCve, to personalise

requests, and to know the origin of the flowers he

employs. “I try not to waste a petal.”

Seasonal colours

and scents

Lake Geneva Luxury Hotel

Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues

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Green

A Garden of Eden on porcelain

byHermès

Passifolia

A true ode to the beauty of flora, Passifolia is the fruit of an

arCsanal adventure and an exploraCon of innovaCve know-how.

The service offers an immersion in a universe that is both

dreamlike and incredibly real, with floral and other more

foliage-based composiCons. Plates, plaNers and cups spread out

across the table and form landscapes that invite contemplaCon

– By Hermès


The Art of Tableware

Let’s connect with excellence

Pinto Paris Sagano Dinner Plate

Pinto Paris Bahia

Charger

Pinto Paris

Histoiries D' Orchidees

Tea Cup and Saucer

Inseparable from the excepConal art of living,

tableware is an essenCal component to the

tradiCon of hospitality that enlivens its

properCes. Indeed, the beauty of a table, its

elements, and its decoraCon all join with the

dish to parCcipate in enriching the selng. A

work in its own right based on the works of art

created by great houses of cramsmen, it is

decidedly a signature of presCge in keeping with

the Cmes.

The elegance of

entertaining

byD IOR

Christofle

Silver-Plated Champagne Bucket

Christofle - The Anémone-Belle

Epoque collecCon was iniCally

created in 1902 by the master

silversmiths of Christofle for the

Champagne House, Perrier-Jouët.

It is inspired by the famous moCf

of anemones drawn by the

master Art Nouveau glassmaker,

Emile Gallé. The moCf adorns the

boNle of the "Belle Epoque"

cuvée. The Anémone-Belle

SIDE PLATE

Epoque collecCon is fashioned

Green Cannage Provence Porcelain

from silver and highlights the

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If you love Jacquemus'

coveted 'Le Chiquito' bag

(and who doesn't) but want

to carry a few more items, try

the 'Noeud' version. New this

season, it's made from

buNery calfskin leather in the

same structured flap-front

silhoueNe that's sized to fit

the essenCals. The innovaCve

wristlet converts to a

shoulder strap.

You can shop all this lovely accessories : modaoperandi.com

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Le Chiquito Noeud Leather Shoulder Bag

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2 Jimmy Choo Bon Bon Crystal-Embellished SaCn Bucket Bag

3 Judith Leiber Couture Lotus Crystal Seamless Clutch

4 Aquazzura Ari 105 Leather Sandals

5 Bernard Jame Flora 14K Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings

6 Oliver Peoples THE ROW Georgica Polarized Oversized Cat-Eye Sunglasses

7 Casa Castro Double Leaf 18K Yellow Gold Jade, Emerald, Diamond Earrings

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Cruise 2021

By Dior

Cruise 2021

By Chanel

The Chanel Cruise

CollecCon 2021,

Ctled ‘Balade en

Méditerranée’ - A

Mediterranean

Jaunt - is the second

resort line designed

by Karl Lagerfeld’s

successor Virginie

Viard.

This collecCon is a choral work that celebrates the memory,

values, culture and future of excepConal cramsmanship. In an

experimental expression of ancestral savoir-faire, fabrics from

the Le CostanCne FoundaCon are used for a series of jackets,

including the emblemaCc Bar. The moNo of this unique place,

“Amando e Cantando*”, is woven on the back of skirts.

Cruise 2021

By Louis Vuitton

Game on !

Designer Nicolas Ghesquière presented Louis VuiNon‘s Resort 2021

Game On collecCon, that explores the contradicCon of a staConary

journey, as well as designer’s creaCve idenCty.

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Design inspired by destination

an

to the Art of Travel

Ode

the One&Only

Heritage

One&Only Resorts is celebraCng the

art of travel by launching the exclusive,

One&Only Heritage CollecWon by Jay

Ahr, a limited ediCon of customdesigned

vintage Louis Vuifon

Keepalls. Drawing on the natural

beauty and rich culture of each

locaCon of One&Only, every bespoke

bag is a blend of Cmeless travel and

disCncCve crammanship, reflecCng the

One&Only ethos of excepConal beauty

and unique charm.

The bespoke designs are inspired

by the local heritage, celebraCng

each desCnaCon.

Collection

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Singapore

stunning

Sky Habitat

buildings

Sky Habitat, a 38-storey residenCal

building complex known for its

interlinking sky bridges and very futurisCc

architectural design.


Without a doubt, Singapore packed with many people.

Here, spaces are limited while populaCon is increasing

year by year. Yet even with these limitaCons, this small

country in Asia is home to some of the world’s most

unique looking architectural buildings. We have made a

selecCon of outstanding architecture that this dense

urban city offers.

Esplanade Theatre

ParkRoyal on Pickering Hotel

Marina Barrage

Keppel Bay

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CULTURE

LOUVRE ABU DHABI

UAE

The first universal museum

in the Arab world

Louvre Abu Dhabi Architect Jean Nouvel

photo Jeanloup Sieff – AJN / Louvre AbuDhabi medias

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Louvre of the sands

a Museum-city

in the sea

A floaWng dome of light and shade

The centrepiece of Nouvel’s vision is a huge silvery dome that appears to float above the museum-city.

Despite its apparent weightlessness, the dome weighs around 7,500 tonnes (similar to the Eiffel Tower in

Paris). Inspired by the cupola, a disCncCve feature in Arabic architecture, Nouvel’s dome is a complex,

geometric structure of 7,850 stars. These stars are repeated at various sizes and angles in eight different

layers. As the sun passes above, its light filters through the perforaCons in the dome to create an

enchanCng effect within the museum, known as the ‘rain of light'. This tribute to nature is inspired by the

palm trees of Abu Dhabi. Their leaves filter and somen the bright sunlight from above to project a dappled

paNern on the ground.

“A welcoming world serenely combining light

and shadow, reflecZon and calm. It aims to

belong to a country, to its history, to its

geography – without being a simple

interpretaZon. And emphasise a fascinaZon with

unusual discoveries.” Louvre Abu Dhabi architect

Jean Nouvel. The Museum is surrounded by

water, where visitors can arrive by land or sea.

Just like wandering the narrow streets of an

Arabian medina, visitors can explore the 55

buildings, of which 23 are galleries. They are

architecturally inspired by the low-rise homes of

the region. Along the exterior walkways, Visitors

can take a break, think about and discuss the

artworks, as well as enjoy the ever-changing

relaConship between sun, sea, art and

architecture.

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In 79 AD, the erupCon of Mount Vesuvius covered the

ancient Roman city of Pompeii with a thick layer of ash

and volcanic debris. Frozen at the moment they were

buried, the city and its inhabitants were extraordinarily

well preserved and Pompeii now offers invaluable insight

into life in ancient Rome. This remarkable site has been

excavated since the eighteenth century, and numerous

archaeological treasures brought to light (the public

buildings and private houses of the city as well as

sculptures, frescoes, decoraCve and cram objects, etc.).

Some of the discoveries are very recent – two buildings

have been found during the last two years. The exhibiCon

not only presents the archaeological finds, but enhances

the experience by taking visitors on a unique immersive

journey to the heart of Pompeii. Thanks to 3D

reconstrucCons, ultra-HD 360 projecCons and sound

effects, visitors explored the Roman city at the height of

its splendour and relived the moment when tragedy

struck.

EXHIBITION

THE GRAND PALAIS

PARIS

POMPEII, AN IMMERSIVE ARCHAEOLOGICAL TREASURES

NEW DISCOVERIES EXPERIENCE

Pompeii

When we love, we share !

One of the most popular

exhibiCon venues in Paris in 2020

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One more reason to visit Egypt in 2021

Egypt’s tourism and anCquiCes minister says

discovered items date back to the Late Period from

664 to 332 BC

Egypt unveils scores of

ancient coffins, statues

found in Saqqara

EgypCan officials have announced the discovery of at least 100 ancient coffins – some with mummies

inside – and some 40 gilded statues in a vast pharaonic necropolis south of the capital, Cairo. Colourful,

sealed sarcophagi and statues that were buried more than 2,500 years ago were displayed on Saturday

in a makeshim exhibit at the feet of the famed Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara.

The Saqqara site is part of the

necropolis at Egypt’s ancient

capital of Memphis that includes

the famed Giza Pyramids, as well

as smaller pyramids at Abu Sir,

Dahshur and Abu Ruwaysh. The

ruins of Memphis were designated

a UNESCO World Heritage site in

the 1970s.

The sealed wooden coffins belonged to top officials of the

Late Period and the Ptolemaic period of ancient Egypt

[Nariman El-Momy/AP]

Saqqara

EgypCan authoriCes said they would move the artefacts

to at least three Cairo museums including the Grand

EgypCan Museum [Nariman El-Momy/AP]

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LUXES

Exhibition

Luxes , this winter’s exhibiCon at the

Musée des Arts DécoraCfs, in Paris, isn’t

only about travels though. It explores

percepCons of luxury throughout the

ages and from all corners of the world.

During this pandemic, it felt like a great

luxury just to be able to visit such a

fabulous exhibiCon. For a short while, I

dreamed of far away ages and places, of

palaces and fesCviCes, of dazzling

dresses and Louis VuiNon cases. I forgot

all about facemasks, restricCons and

diseases. The exhibiCon is organised in

chronological order, showing some 100

objects. It starts with ancient objects

from Egypt, Iran and Greece; the oldest

piece being a zoomorphic hedgehog vase

from approximately 3500 – 3100 BC.

These artefacts illustrate the

archaeological perspecCve of luxury and

show that man has always been more

than a mere “assembly of atoms”. The

Romans inserted the concept of oZum,

leisure, in the form of arCcles, such as a

beauCful deck of cards, a backgammon

board and decorated manuscripts that

are displayed. The 16 th and 17 th

centuries are represented with mainly

French court objects in silver and gold.

However, from the same era, I preferred

the Japanese art of kintsugi, broken

ceramics repaired with gold leaf, and the

Chinese pagoda barometerthermometer.

Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris

A great novelty in this magnificent museum is the

opening up of a room that’s been closed to the

visitors: the Art Nouveau wooden-panelled Salon

1900, designed for the 1900 Universal ExhibiCon. In

its footsteps followed fashion houses, with dresses

and jewellery from Dior, Chanel, Hermès and Louis

VuiNon just to menCon a few.

The exhibiCon finishes with contemporary luxury

items, clothes and designed furniture. That luxury is

seemingly determined by a logo or a brand name in

our modern world is obvious when one remembers

the queues of tourists outside some of Paris most

fashionable houses.

Luxes offers an ancient as well as contemporary

context to understand what makes luxury one of

the most singular and symbolic features of

civilizaCons. Paradoxically it also fits these strange

Cmes we live in now when mass-tourism is but a

memory and travel has once again become a luxury

only the very few can afford.

Time will tell if there will be a permanent shim of

perspecCve that some long for or if this period will

come and go and things will return to what they

were before Corona. However, the human taste for

beauty and luxury will surely prevail throughout the

ages. It seems to have been engraved in our genes,

as is pointed out in this fabulous exhibiCon.

Luxes

15 October 2020 – 2 May 2021

MAD, Musée des Arts DécoraZfs, Paris

By Anne Edelstam

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