MAURITIUS : HAPPY PARADISE
It’s easy to see why this oasis off the coast of Madagascar, in the south-east of the African continent, fascinated navigators of yesteryear. Mauritius was officially discovered by an expedition of Portuguese explorers around 1500, when a cyclone diverted the flotilla from its course towards the Mascareignes Archipelago (Reunion, Mauritius, Rodrigues). Almost a century later, […]
LONG BEACH, ARCHITECTURE, NATURE AND WELL-BEING
This hotel, with its cubist architecture, situated in the heart of the wildest part of the east coast of Mauritius, on Belle Mare beach, invites us to reconnect with our natural environment. A modern, elegant place that blends tradition, notably in the use of materials such as wood and stone, with resolutely modern comforts. On […]
SUGAR BEACH, THE GATSBY OF MAURITIUS
Nestled in resplendent gardens on the shores of the mythical beach of Flic-en-Flac, a former fishing village that has retained all its authenticity and charm of yesteryear, the Sugar Beach Hotel transports you into a colonial-style ambience of elegance and exoticism. From the moment you step inside, you’ll be captivated by the huge banyan tree […]
HOTEL HERCULES, YOUR NEW MEXICAN GETAWAY
A former industrial complex with a thousand and one lives in the heart of Mexico, the Hotel Hércules is at the centre of a true ecosystem, ideal for lovers of fine dining and cultural discoveries. Departure for Querétaro, northwest of Mexico City. This city, whose downtown area has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, […]
BROADWICK SOHO, A GLAMOROUS RETREAT IN THE HEART OF LONDON
London’s iconic Soho District now has a new jewel in its crown: Broadwick Soho, a luxury hotel born of the dreams of a group of friends. Nestled on the corner of Broadwick Street and Berwick Street, this independent luxury hotel boasts 57 rooms, including nine suites and a penthouse, designed to capture the essence of […]
SPINGUERA ECOLODGE, IN PRAISE OF LAZINESS
Life in Espingueira gradually came to a halt half a century ago, when farmers, goat herders and fishermen deserted the area. Yet this northern coastline of Boa Vista Island looks like a small paradise, with its blonde sand dunes shaped by the wind, crystal-clear waters and generous year-round climate. Today, it is the delight of […]
CAPE VERDE INVITES YOU TO “SAUDADE”
This volcanic archipelago of contrasting landscapes and picturesque villages has as many faces as islands. Located off the coast of Senegal, its climate is as warm as the voice of its “barefoot diva”, singer Cesária Évora. Gentle yet rugged, its landscapes have not yet been overrun by tourism. Dans ces îles ayant conservé leur authenticité, […]
BAREFOOT LUXURY, CAMOUFLAGE VILLAS
This is the story of a trio of Belgian investors who fell under the spell of Cape Verde, and in particular Sao Vicente, the island of Cesaria Evora, which has remained untouched by mass tourism. They have joined forces to launch an ambitious real estate project overlooking Joao Evora Bay, under the banner “Barefoot Luxury”: […]
ONDULI ENCLAVE, A HAVEN FOR NATURE LOVERS
Opened in 2023, Onduli Enclave owes its name to the giraffe that inhabits the region. This luxurious villa was designed with respect for the environment in mind. Allowing guests to be in harmony with nature, while enjoying this exclusive experience, Onduli Enclave was built facing a granite cliff, offering magnificent views of the Brandberg, Namibia’s […]
HOTEL MARQÍ, THE INTIMATE ADDRESS FOR LISBOETES AND EPICUREANS
A 45-minute drive from Lisbon nestles the Hotel Marqí, Mikkel Kristensen’s jewel in the crown. The building, once a manor house, has risen from ashes thanks to the creative vision of the Danish photographer. The history of this residence has greatly inspired the new owner in the renovation of each space. Formerly occupied by a […]
ZANNIER HOTELS OMAANDA, AN INVITATION TO CONTEMPLATION
What if sleeping in the open air became an affordable luxury? In the Namibian capital, Windhoek, nestles the Zannier Hotels Omaanda. Oscillating between elegance and minimalism, this five-star jewel offers guests a unique experience cut off from the world, where only nature takes over. Like a protective chrysalis, the fifteen thatched huts with whitewashed walls […]
LOST LINDENBERG THE NEW ADDRESS FOR SURF ENTHUSIASTS
LINDENBERG, a young hotel group based in Frankfurt, is making a foray into Bali, with a new address for surf enthusiasts, far from the hustle and bustle of tourism. Pekutatan. Bali. After strolling along a coastline dotted with palm trees and raging waves, visitors head up a quiet road lined with temples and frangipani trees. […]
CAP KAROSO, ISLAND IMMERSION
Just an hour’s flight east of Bali, Sumba hides a treasure trove… A French couple, who have fallen under the magnetic spell of this island at the end of the world, have just opened Cap Karoso, a chic and cosy hideaway with 47 rooms and 20 luxury villas on a vast estate between deserted beaches, […]
KAPPA SENSES UBUD AN INVITATION TO MEDITATION
Nestled in the heart of the indigenous jungle of Ubud, Bali, Kappa Senses appears as a breathtaking haven, spread over two hectares of vibrant, pulsating vegetation. Thanks to the terrace that makes up the seventy-six majestic suites and villas, the resort offers guests total immersion in the surrounding nature, promising a unique experience. A harmonious […]
INNIT LOMBOK, CONTEMPORARY OASIS
Lombok is a small, isolated island to the east of Bali, and Ekas Bay is a well-kept secret, accessed by private boat. It’s here that this mini-hotel of seven concrete, glass, stone and wood villas, inspired by traditional houses (lumbung) and set on stilts, was born, right on the edge of the immaculate beach, with […]
BALI, THE ISLAND OF SMILES
As Indonesia’s last bastion of Hinduism, Bali welcomes visitors with serenity to its little paradise of picture-postcard landscapes and preserved traditions. This trip will leave you with an impression of gentleness, refinement and the art of living, thanks to the kindness of its inhabitants who are quick to share. Despite the tourist success of the […]
JOALI BEING: SOUTH ASIA’S FIRST WELLNESS ISLAND
Luxury island resort Joali Maldives doesn’t cut corners with Jaoli Being, the first wellness island in this Indian Ocean paradise. In collaboration with Shephard Communications, organisers have launched a new XXL resourcing program, curated by master practitioners, culinary maestros and herbalists. This exclusive retreat is nestled on the secluded island of Bodufushi in Raa Atoll, […]
GRAND MAZARIN, FOCUS ON THE NEW 5-STAR HOTEL
In the heart of the Marais district, Le Grand Mazarin offers an interlude of luxurious serenity in the midst of the hustle and bustle. Just a stone’s throw from the Hôtel de Ville, on the corner of rue de la Verrerie and rue des Archives, Le Grand Mazarin in all its splendour invites you to […]
THE VENICE VENICE HOTEL, AN ADDRESS FOR POST-VENETIAN HOSPITALITY
In the Museum City, the Venice Venice Hotel offers a new way to discover the Serenissima, in the historic Ca’ da Mosto palace. Presented as an avant-garde hotel project that combines the mastery of arts, crafts and design with the art of living in tune with the times, the Venice Venice Hotel is a new […]
THE HOTEL NOLINSKI IN VENICE, WHERE STYLE AND MODERNITY REIGN SUPREME
Venice, a historic and romantic city brimming with hotels, each more unusual than the last. Among these, and just a few steps from the San Marco Canal, lies a pearl. With its chimera-like façade, the Nolinski Venezia invites you to step back in time. Designed by architects Yann Le Coadic and Alessandro Scotto, the hotel […]
SON BLANC, HEADING FOR THE ISLAND OF MENORCA
Son Blanc, a 19th-century farmhouse renovated into a luxurious establishment that cares about its guests and the environment. Son Blanc redefines what luxury hotels are all about. This new address, nestled in Alaior on the island of Menorca in Spain’s Balearic Islands, offers guests the chance to share soothing moments where the key word is […]
THEADRESSES, YOUR NEW FAVOURITE VACATION HOME
Launched by two lovers of Portugal, theAdresses vacation home network is the ideal alternative to hotels for your next getaway. Bert Jeuris and Ludovic Beun launched theAddresses in 2021. Their goal? To share their accumulated and ever-growing love of Portugal. Through “The Portugal Collection”, Bert has for years been offering the finest Portuguese wines to […]
TUSCANY, A LAND OF BEAUTY
Unspoiled landscapes, medieval villages, Renaissance pearls… This region brings together the best of Italy, for lovers of history, art and terroir. Here’s a selection. An undulating landscape rendered moving by the changing shadows of the clouds, slopes harmoniously planted with vines or olive trees, and cypress trees framing ancestral residences like so many sentinels… such […]
HOTEL SUSAFA, NATURE, BETWEEN WHEAT FIELDS AND LEMON TREES
Nestled in the province of Palermo in Polizzi, the eco-responsible Hotel Susafa offers an idyllic, dreamlike setting. This unique place was founded in 1870 by the Saeli – Rizzuto family, farm owners and entrepreneurs who, for five generations, have handed down a century-old farming culture. If you appreciate the spirit and environment of Tuscany, then […]