Welcome to the dreamy Grand Hotel Kronenhof, a five-star hotel with original old-world charm, located at the heart of the snowy Alps! Grand Hotel Kronenhof has a rich and interesting history, having first opened its doors in 1848 as the Rössli guesthouse. In its cellars, a Veltliner wine shop was established, along with stabling for the horses that [...]
The term “grande dame” is used in hospitality jargon to underline not only the iconic beauty behind a historic gem but also an elegant high-status ambiance. And Poseidonion Grand Hotel embodies every ounce of this expression. A landmark of Spetses island, and one of very few of its kind in Greece, it has a long history, a [...]
After an extensive 5-year renovation, a legendary Belle Epoque landmark, and one of Switzerland’s last grand-dame hotels comes back as Mandarin Oriental Palace, Lucerne. Nothing can compete with the experience offered by grande dame hotels, always housed in architecturally notable buildings and situated at the most stunning locations. It’s always huge news for all hotel [...]
It’s no secret Europe is an appealing continent for country-hopping. Once you’re there, cycle-friendly streets, extensive train systems, and relatively cheap inter-country flights make it highly accessible. Scenery wise, Europe has everything from snowy mountains, lush forests, and glittering beaches to ultra-modern cities, medieval villages, and Neolithic structures. Wherever you go, you can just as [...]
Sophisticated hospitality gems that blend luxury with the city’s vibe! Of all European cities, Amsterdam really has an unmatched vibe. The city is vibrant, filled with art, exhibitions and cool events but at the same time it surprises you with cute spots and romantic views on the canals, its flower shops and its bikes in [...]
Ritz Paris reveals a wonderful world every festive season, promising an unforgettable experience! The Christmas Decorations at Ritz Paris An enchanted décor gets us into the spirit of a magical, festive and gourmet holiday season. Make sure you say hello to the sparkling teddy bear at the entrance and move on to [...]
Matt Anderson Photography / Getty Images With 2023 coming in hot, now is the perfect time to plan your first trips for the new year. Maybe you have some New Year resolutions you’re looking to get started on ASAP, or you just need to get to a sunny, warm place to destroy your winter blues. [...]
Gazing at the sunset from the Acropolis in Athens must be experienced to be believed. It is a spectacular sight, with red, orange and blue colours lighting up the mountains that surround the city. Athens is Greece’s capital and the largest city, with a population of four million. It is a city of contrasts, with [...]
Discover a metropolis on the beach, cocooned by mountains, with a medieval heart and Roman heritage. A cosmopolitan city with a traditional culture where you will find one of the world’s most famous football clubs and it is almost always sunny. A millionaire’s playground where many high-net-worth individuals flock to enjoy ample opportunities to shop, [...]
It is said that train travel is really a remnant of old-world charm. In a sense, that’s true. Luxury trains were the classiest way to travel overland distances. It’s little wonder that luxury travel today often employs elements of a past era. Most Luxurious Trains in the World Luxury train travel is a great way to see [...]
