The Magic Mountain Thomas Mann refers to in his 1924 novel is based on the mountain rising from Davos in the eastern Swiss Alps. ‘Magic’ because the drier air at altitude aided tuberculosis patients’ recovery. ‘Magic’ because of the botanical remedies growing naturally in this environment; and ‘magic’ was the generosity of time and space […]
Winter in Gstaad has a way of arriving not with noise, but with quiet theatre. As the Bernese Alps settle under their annual blanket of snow, the Gstaad Palace reopens on 15th December, once again becoming the backdrop to a season defined by heritage, culture and the sort of understated glamour that has always set […]
On a recent visit to Niagara Falls, I found out that there is much more to the location than the powerful water spectacle. The Niagara Falls State Park is the oldest in America. It features 15 miles of hiking trails, an aquarium, an arts and culture centre, and architectural gems that range from historic Beaux-Arts […]
Some places linger long after a visit, their colours, scents, and rhythms etched into memory. Northern Sardinia is one such place: a landscape of dramatic granite cliffs, secret coves, and turquoise seas, where wildness and serenity coexist in perfect harmony. This journey unfolds through three jewels of the Delphina Collection. Hotel Capo d’Orso, Marinedda, and Valle dell’Erica […]
Perched at 1,740 metres in the heart of Austria’s Salzburg region, Obertauern has earned its reputation as the country’s snowiest ski resort – and for skiers weary of disappointing snow reports elsewhere, that alone makes it worth serious consideration. The resort’s unique geography creates what can only be described as a natural snow magnet. Situated […]
Just west of the glittering Côte d’Azur lies a corner of France that feels like a well-kept secret. While the Riviera lures throngs of sun-seekers every year, Hérault (in South Languedoc) remains refreshingly unspoiled. Rich in history, alive with culture, and crowned by landscapes of staggering beauty, it is a place that stole my heart […]
There’s something rather magical about arriving at Hotel Quinta do Lago just as the sun begins its descent towards the Atlantic horizon. The gentle rustle of pine trees mingles with the distant call of migratory birds, whilst the subtle perfume of orange blossoms drifts across the grounds. It’s a sensory introduction that immediately sets this […]
What distinguishes a truly exceptional river cruise from the countless vessels plying Europe’s waterways? The answer lies aboard Riverside Luxury Cruises’ Mozart, where the journey from Budapest to Vienna transcends mere transportation to become an exercise in refined indulgence, gliding upstream on a ludicrously deluxe, floating six-star hotel. This is emphatically not your typical cruise […]
In the labyrinthine heart of Florence, where Renaissance whispers echo through cobblestone streets, Casa G Firenze occupies the historic 18th-century Palazzo Ginori, once home to the renowned ceramics dynasty and Carlo Lorenzini, the writer of Pinocchio. This intimate 15-room boutique hotel is a carefully curated gateway to Florence’s authentic soul. A vision born from passion […]
In an era when wellbeing increasingly means unplugging from the noise of modern life and re-rooting in nature, Botswana’s Okavango Delta emerges as one of the planet’s most spiritually stirring destinations. This November, Desert & Delta Safaris launches the Okavango Awakening Wellness Retreat, a four-night immersive journey that promises not just rejuvenation but awakening. Held […]
Packing for a holiday isn’t just about logistics – it’s a ritual. Whether you’re jetting off to a luxury resort, slipping away for a spontaneous city break, or heading straight from boardroom to boarding gate, how and what you pack sets the tone. We’ve curated a capsule of travel essentials that combine function with finesse, ensuring […]
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