Folio.YVR ☆ Issue 29 ☆ Travel & Hospitality Special Edition 2024 ☆ Luxury Lifestyle Magazine ☆ Vancouver, BC
Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine presents its top Travel and Hospitality stories, celebrating extraordinary destinations, innovative spaces, and moments redefining luxury and connection. From the elegance of the Rhône River aboard Riverside Luxury Cruises, complete with white-glove service and truffle hunting at Ayme Truffe, to the grandeur of Raffles London at The OWO with its Spy Bar and Guerlain Spa, this year’s adventures spanned the globe. Closer to home, Vancouver’s The DOUGLAS Autograph Collection merged nature with urban sophistication, while the Rosewood Hotel Georgia reopened with luxurious updates. Beneath it, Prophecy captivated with artistic cocktails. In the Okanagan, Spirit Ridge Resort celebrated Indigenous culture, while Phantom Creek Estates and District Wine Village showcased Canadian winemaking innovation. Beyond, Lucia Penrod and Calvin Ayre inspired with their vision for Antigua’s Nikki Beach resort. Order Hard Copy here: https://folioyvr.com/order-print-copies-folioyvr-portfolioyvr-here
Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine presents its top Travel and Hospitality stories, celebrating extraordinary destinations, innovative spaces, and moments redefining luxury and connection.
From the elegance of the Rhône River aboard Riverside Luxury Cruises, complete with white-glove service and truffle hunting at Ayme Truffe, to the grandeur of Raffles London at The OWO with its Spy Bar and Guerlain Spa, this year’s adventures spanned the globe.
Closer to home, Vancouver’s The DOUGLAS Autograph Collection merged nature with urban sophistication, while the Rosewood Hotel Georgia reopened with luxurious updates. Beneath it, Prophecy captivated with artistic cocktails.
In the Okanagan, Spirit Ridge Resort celebrated Indigenous culture, while Phantom Creek Estates and District Wine Village showcased Canadian winemaking innovation. Beyond, Lucia Penrod and Calvin Ayre inspired with their vision for Antigua’s Nikki Beach resort.
Order Hard Copy here: https://folioyvr.com/order-print-copies-folioyvr-portfolioyvr-here
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ISSUE #29
Travel & Hospitality
SPECIA L EDITION | DECEM BER 2024
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THE DOUGLA S A UTOGRA PH | Vancouver, BC
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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF | Publisher's M essage
As 20 24 draws to a close, we are honoured to
share with you Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle
Magazine's top Travel and Hospitality stories
of the year? a celebration of the experiences
that redefined luxury, discovery, and
connection. These stories transport us to
breathtaking destinations, innovative spaces,
and extraordinary moments that exemplify
the very best in global travel and hospitality.
This year, we were captivated by the
elegance of the Rhône River aboard
Riverside Luxury Cruises, where impeccable
white-glove service and a truffle-hunting
excursion at Ayme Truffe created memories
to last a lifetime. We marvelled at the
grandeur of Raffles London at The OWO,
where a Spy Bar and the iconic Guerlain Spa
added intrigue and rejuvenation to an
already prestigious address.
Our journeys included local gems like
The DOUGLAS Autograph Collection in
downtown Vancouver, merging nature with
refined urbanity, and gorgeous views of the
skyline.
The Rosew ood Hotel Georgia, renowned as
Vancouver?s most fashionable retreat,
reopened following an extensive five-month
renovation, unveiling reimagined culinary
concepts alongside luxurious rooms and suites.
Nestled in the storied space beneath the
Rosewood, Prophecy seeks to captivate
patrons with its blend of timeless
sophistication and innovative flair.
Spirit Ridge Resort offers an exceptional
Okanagan getaway that reflects the region?s
rich Indigenous culture. This expansive
property delights guests with amenities such
as the Sonora Dunes Golf Course, N k?M ip
Cellars winery, a heated outdoor pool, and a
relaxing hot tub, ensuring endless
opportunities for leisure.
At Phantom Creek Estates and District Wine
Village, we witnessed Canadian winemaking
and innovation soar to new heights. From the
shores of Osoyoos?15 Park Bistro to the
stunning waterfront vistas of Vancouver?s Five
Sails Restaurant, the art of dining took centre
stage.
Beyond the horizon, we explored Antigua?s
promise with the upcoming N ikki Beach
resort, shaped by the inspiring vision of Lucia
Penrod and Canadian philanthropist Calvin
Ayre. Their work not only envisions a luxurious
future for this Caribbean paradise but also
underscores the importance of
community-focused initiatives that redefine
sustainable tourism.
Each destination this year reminded us of the
transformative power of travel, a theme that
resonates deeply as we reflect on this
remarkable year.
As we look ahead to 20 25, we are filled with
excitement for the adventures to come and
the opportunity to inspire meaningful,
ecoluxury journeys. Let us make this a year
of exploration, innovation, and unforgettable
storytelling that celebrates both the beauty
of our planet and the importance of
preserving it.
Thank you for being part of our journey. We
invite you to join us as we continue to share
the world?s most compelling stories while
championing sustainability.
Here is to another year of wanderlust,
wonder, and positive impact.
Helen Siwak
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EIC & PUBLISHER' S M ESSAGE
RIVERSIDE LUXURY CRUISES
AYM E TRUFFE FARM
RAFFLES LON DON AT THE OWO
THE DOUGLAS AUTOGRAPH
ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA
SPIRIT RIDGE RESORT
CALVIN AYRE & N IKKI BEACH
PHAN TOM CREEK WIN ERY
DISTRICT WIN E VILLAGE
FIVE SAILS RESTAURAN T
15 PARK BISTRO
D/ 6 BAR & LOUN GE
PROPHECY
GUERLAIN VITALITY SPA
SPA BY JW
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PROPHECY | Rosew ood Hotel Georgia
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SPIRIT RIDGE RESORT | Oliver, BC
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THE DOUGLA S A UTOGRA PH | Vancouver, BC
Folio.YVR Lux ury Lifestyle M agazine
Helen Siw ak , EIC & Publisher
EcoLux Luv M ark eti ng & Communi cati ons I nc.
Imagery generously provided by the follow ing:
003- 004 JESS SINGH
005- 006 ELVIS YANG
007- 008 SPIRIT RIDGE RESORT
009- 018 RIVERSIDE LUXURY CRUISES
019- 028 HELEN SIWAK
029- 030 RIVERSIDE LUXURY CRUISES
031- 036 HELEN SIWAK
037- 038 RIVERSIDE LUXURY CRUISES
039- 052 RAFFLES LONDON AT THE OWO
053- 061 THE DOUGLAS AUTOGRAPH
061- 064 HELEN SIWAK
065- 074 ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA
075- 078 HELEN SIWAK
079- 086 SPIRIT RIDGE RESORT
087- 098 AYRE GROUP
099- 100 RAFFLES LONDON AT THE OWO
101- 112 PHANTOM CREEK WINERY
113- 114 HELEN SIWAK
115- 120 DISTRICT WINE VILLAGE
121- 122 ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA
123- 132 FIVE SAILS RESTAURANT
133- 134 15 PARK BISTRO
135- 136 HELEN SIWAK
137- 140 15 PARK BISTRO
140- 140 HELEN SIWAK
141- 142 15 PARK BISTRO
143- 144 SPIRIT RIDGE RESORT
145- 154 D/ 6 BAR & LOUNGE
155- 164 PROPHECY
165- 166 HELEN SIWAK
167- 174 GUERLAIN VITALITY SPA
175- 178 SPA BY JW
179- 180 THE DOUGLAS AUTOGRAPH
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