Canouan, Mandarin Oriental’s first Caribbean resort, is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered

  Boasting a dreamy Caribbean setting of glass-clear seas, powdery sand beaches and vibrant greenery, Mandarin Oriental, Canouan is surrounded by the Caribbean’s largest living coral reef. This secluded island hideaway offers plenty of activities including golf, water sports and the finest spa in the Grenadines archipelago. Mandarin Oriental, Canouan brings the hospitality group’s renowned … Read more

Joël Robuchon obituary

French chef whose creative genius and drive for perfection brought him 32 Michelin stars

Right next door to one of France’s most romantic châteaux: Relais de Chambord

  Less than two hours from Paris, but a world away, Le Relais de Chambord is the only hotel on the Château de Chambord’s extensive estate. As the visitor approaches through the forest road, expectation builds. Then, as the extraordinary Château comes into view, its magical atmosphere takes hold. The Château de Chambord stands in … Read more

Mindfulness in the largest private garden in Amsterdam: Wellbeing is the new wellness

  Headspace x Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam In our busy lives, dominated by a permanent stream of stimuli, the possibility to escape for a moment is a luxury in itself. Research shows that people in higher income categories spend time, money and energy on their well-being and mindfulness. Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam is partnering with Headspace app, … Read more

Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa is uplifting as the bubbles in a glass of champagne

  Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa debuted as Champagne’s first world-class wellness retreat. With views of the Champagne valley and immaculate gardens, all rooms feature Hermès amenities and offer guests access to the property’s world-class team who can craft curated itineraries throughout all seasons highlighting the best of the hotel and Champagne region – from … Read more

How to Spend It: the shopping list for the 1%

In an age of astonishing wealth, nothing reveals the lives of the ultra-rich like the FT’s unashamedly ostentatious luxury magazine.

By Andy Beckett