To indulge in the top notch Thai spa retreat is best described as a complete mental, food and energy overhaul. Yet, the exquisite destination spa should not be named in the same class as an overhaul. The unequivocal empress of spas can only be mentioned in a sentence filled with elegance and zen-like wording. This…
The legendary grand dame of hotels – The Ritz Paris
In 2012 The Ritz Paris announced a two year renovation, the luxury hotel would close its gilded doors for a facelift. After an additional two years of work and most catastrophic setbacks, the hotel finally reopened, even better and brighter than ever. The exquisite façade with elongated covered windowpanes as a mere teaser of what lies beyond…
Scintillating Stockholm
Spread across 14 island, each more picturesque then the last, Stockholm offers spectacular vistas and inspirational attractions around just about every corner.
It’s all in a name
Urban winter hotels to get acquainted with…My pick of three quaint hotels where everybody knows your name, and we all make sure to never forget theirs. The Dylan in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Herman K, Copenhagen, Denmark and The Beekman, NYC, USA.
Passing the Edge of Wilderness
‘I am heading to the Edge of Wilderness’, says my driver as I arrive at the tiny airport of Sumba. In my head, after some research and website stalking, I am sure I am heading to a piece of heaven, but alas, the Edge of Wilderness will do for now. As I cover my face…
Wedding Bliss
From wedding vows at The Met to a sun-kissed Mediterranean I Do, even a private English country affair or barefoot beach ceremony – we have seen it all and signed the guest registry. The designer dresses, the coiffured bouquets, wedding cakes (with tiers of vegan, vanilla and red velvet) and halal banquets, each to their…
Love Nests
With a sprinkle of rose petals no longer making that romantic statement, couples are looking for that element of difference when spending time with their loved one. From picnics on inhabited islands, cocooning in water villas with their private chef attending their every culinary needs, even glacier walks and husky-pulled sleigh rides are part…
Urban Concierge, Florence bound
Sourcing places to eat, stay and play in the beating heart of art and fresco ceilings, where better than; Florence.