Category: SHELTER
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France’s truffle farmers aim to stop inferior Chinese fungi getting a sniff
Scientists use their noses to help distinguish between highly prized black truffles and cheap Chinese imports
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10 luxurious spas to add some serenity to your life
Rebalance, rejuvenate and restart. This is the mantra we are thinking of when planning a luxurious spa escape. The spa infuses the concept of well-being throughout the entire experience, evolving healthy practices to inspire an elevated lifestyle. Here are some ideas from Leading Hotels of the World to offer entrée to your Zen…
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Patricia Urquiola for Mandarin Oriental
The award-winning Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola, who was responsible for the distinctive interior design of Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona, has been re-commissioned to create the décor for the new rooms at Mandarin Oriental Barcelona, following the same avant-garde and cosmopolitan style that characterises the hotel, one of the most prestigious hotels in Europe. Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona…
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Rare blooms for spring arrangements
A native New Yorker, Alix Astir studied the art of floral design at the New York Botanical Garden and completed her training at the Ecole des Fleurs at the Hotel de Crillon. As a result, her company Trellis Fine Florals has become one of the most sought-after floral design firms in New York. This season,…
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Is cosmetic surgery now a normal part of modern life?
As more and more people are having cosmetic surgery, is it really time to accept liposuction and Botox as… normal?
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Black Sea Tall Ships Regatta 2014
In May 2014, the Black Sea will be the theater stage for Black Sea Tall Ships Regatta 2014, a unique maritime event set to gather more then 50 sailing ships from more then 20 countries of A,B,C,D classes, including 4 famous Russian tall ships: Mir, Kruzenshtern, Sedov, and Nadezhda. Over 2000 sailors aged…