The most beautiful beaches in the world

Postcard-pretty: The most popular beaches 2014. A great beach destination needs some element of drama, the extra wow factor, a stunning coastline, an excellent bathing water quality and water activities offer, quality food, space and privacy, easy access to sand and other facilities, no industrial, waste-water or sewage-related discharges and so on. Nothing is lacking: … Read more

You are leaving chronic pain. Enjoy the journey!

Got pain? Maybe this positive information can help. Stealing our quality of life, the chronic pain is a fearsome foe at any age. The worthy enemy is an expensive one, as it is associated with decreased activity, loss of productivity, social isolation and a state of low mood. Musculoskeletal signs or symptoms include limitation of … Read more

Desert Chic in Southern California

A glimpse of The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage. Decor elements, such as rich wood accents and dramatic limestone flooring, pay tribute to the Palm Spring’s desert setting in the newly-revealed Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage. The most highly-anticipated resort openings in California aims to redefine the standard for luxury hospitality in the desert resort city in Riverside County, … Read more

A Zen bathing experience. The art of bathing

Sorrow can be alleviated by good sleep, a bath and a glass of wine. (Thomas of Aquin); A place of revitalisation, the bathroom and the hot baths rituals are the small things in life we adore. At least if you are not claustrophobic. Taking a long warm bath equates to a moment of happiness. A … Read more

Upcycling case history: from firehose to luxury goods

Design partnership Elvis & Kresse explain how they created
desirable bags and belts from London Fire Brigade’s waste

Hemp on the high street. Eco fibres in fashion

Hemp, Hemp, Hooray! Hemp is becoming a Force for Positive Change. Fashion is just another example of how exceptional this plant really is.     A true wonderplant, the hemp is an example of the genius of nature. During centuries the world was conquered on horseback and wearing hemp clothing. The sails of the greatest … Read more