Savour Sri Lanka: sights, sunshine and beaches – away from the crowds

Sri Lanka is on the brink of a tourism boom with hotel chains rushing to open luxury resorts. But venture off the beaten track a little and you will find deserted shores, natural beauty and little-visited temples

Comptoir Pierre Gagnaire debuts at Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li

Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li, is the only all-villa urban resort in the city. A rare architectural heritage, the hotel offers discerning guests the authentic experience of Shanghai’s romantic past. The estate comprises 55 villas, 40 residential apartments as well as The Gallery, which is a collection of restaurants and lifestyle brands. Here, Capella Hotel … Read more

Westin debuts in Hamburg within the Elbphilharmonie, Hamburg’s new architectural landmark

Explore renowned Hamburg’s museums, galleries, and ground breaking new architecture such as the HafenCity with the Elbphilharmonie, one of the oldest zoos in the world. The Westin Hamburg is marking the brand’s debut in Hamburg. Overlooking Germany’s famed port city, the hotel resides within the Elbphilharmonie: Hamburg’s new architectural landmark, home to two esteemed concert … Read more

New upscale hotel to visit next year: Tribute Portfolio Arrives in Bali

Independent Escape. Take a moment to sit back and enjoy the serenity of Bali’s surroundings; located in the Naga Rooftop Bar & Lounge, the bamboo woven chair at the new Sthala, a Tribute Portfolio hotel, is a wonderful location to unwind. Perched on a hilltop among the tropical landscape in Lodtunduh, Ubud, Sthala offers stunning … Read more

2017 Boot Dusseldorf: Sirena Marine debuts Sirena 64

The first of two Sirena Yachts new motor-yacht models to be on water next 2017. Roomy, refreshing, light, luminous are the keywords for Sirena 64. Sirena Yachts – the all new Sirena Marine motor-yacht brand announces the world premiere of Sirena 64 during the next Boot Dusseldorf (21-29 January 2017). The step ahead in Sirena … Read more

Gian Paolo Barbieri. 50 years of beauty captured in fashion photography

GIAN PAOLO BARBIERI. Eye, heart and mind: fifty years of beauty captured in fashion photography Milan, 29 Arts In Progress Gallery – Via San Vittore 13  23 November – 20 December 2016. Famed for the theatricality of his sets, Gian Paolo Barbieri has captured the very essence of fashion photography in all its nuances, from … Read more