Are you looking for unique recommendations for the best Punta Cana swim-up rooms and don’t want to scroll down endless lists of computer-generated fluff without any actual information on the particular swim-out room you’re looking for? Welcome to the right place! Compared to many of those lists of the best Punta Cana all-inclusive resorts with swim-out suites where you don’t …

The six designers have reinterpreted the studio’s most iconic fixture, the Welles Chandelier. The six fixtures, first showcased at Milan Design Week 2022, have now been formalised into six capsule collections which include chandeliers, sconces and pendant lighting. Image credit: Gabriel Scott “The Gabriel Scott brand launched on a manifesto to furnish the architectural community with exactly what they needed, …

3. Visit Exit Glacier 60.183844,-149.6472933, map Exit Glacier is the only accessible area in Kenai Fjords National Park. The highlight is the hike to Exit Glacier Overlook, a 2.2-mile easy trail. Now that it’s receded so much, you have to hike farther and farther in. There are markers along the way that show you the year and where the glacier …

Right below the Royal Residence, the Hofkeller in Würzburg (the Court Cellar of the former Prince Bishop, today the Royal Bavarian Court Cellar) is a laby­rin­thine cellar covering 4,557 m². Bavaria’s beer has numerous varieties, and Bavarian events such as Oktoberfest make its beer world-famous. Hence, I am interested in knowing why Würzburg, a big Bavarian city, has such an …

Earlier this year Sekers announced the launch of DECO, a vibrant collection featuring six eye-catching designs. Drawing inspiration from Miami’s Art Deco historic district, Deco boasts a wide range of colours across five versatile designs which are all suitable for drapery, bedding and accessories as well as a coordinating sheer. From the smooth, straight lines of Cardozo to the angular …

Plan your next vacation with extended family in mind. Here are five ideas that may appeal to multiple generations. Montana’s magnificent national parks Montana’s national parks provide an extraordinary window into nature’s glory. And there are few places on the planet as stunning as Glacier National Park. Located in a rugged corner of Montana not far from the Canadian border, …

As the leaves change and the weather gets cooler, experts say that holiday airfare is about to increase quickly. If you haven’t already started looking at your flight options for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s, you may be surprised by what you find. It’s common knowledge that if you want to travel during the holiday season, you should book your …

SH Hotels & Resorts, the sustainable brand management company founded by Starwood Capital Group Chairman and CEO Barry Sternlicht, has announced the first Treehouse Hotel to open in the U.S. in Sunnyvale, CA, in the high-tech heart of Silicon Valley. Slated for late 2023, the free-spirited, environmentally conscious lifestyle brand creatively captures the carefree comfort, freedom, nostalgia, and fun of …

Investing September 15, 2022 8:25 pm When the COVID-19 pandemic grounded planes and shuttered hotels around the world, the travel industry was instantly in dire straits. However, the sector has come roaring back between pent-up demand for travel and the resumption of everyday activities, creating ample opportunities for online travel agencies. Despite the earnings strength of companies like Booking Holdings …

Every St. Regis hotel celebrates the culture and identity of its destination, and the design of The St. Regis Jakarta, conceptualised by the award-winning New York-based interior designer Alexandra Champalimaud, was inspired by Indonesia’s rich musical traditions. Throughout the hotel, the general source of inspiration is music and performance. The lobby, for example, features a kinetic chandelier entitled ‘Sound of …

Ligne Roset Contract, the contemporary furniture brand that was an integral piece to Ramy Fischler’s new design concept for Novetel, has recently announced a new collection. Tambour, designed by Oleg Pugachev, comprises of chairs, benches and bedroom. The design encapsulates a mid-century modern aesthetic with their streamlined black frame and natural rattan backrest. Inspired by the iconic Cesca chair from …

Orient Express, the ‘artisan of travel since 1883, is making a statement with its latest train, designed by Dimorestudio, that will shelter a luxury design scheme that will feel distinctly modern. The train’s sumptuous decor will be applied to 12 deluxe cabins, 18 suites, one “La Dolce Vita” suite and a restaurant, and will boldly celebrate the arts and crafts, …

At Hotel Terrestre, seven contemporary buildings blend into the lush Oaxacan jungle flora and fauna, offering stunning views in all directions. Nestled amongst such a pristine landscape, the property is set to be a place for nature and wellness aficionados, for those who enjoy the outdoors more than the indoors, and for those looking for a place to relax and …

Revered by artists, architects and designers the world over for centuries, marble is one of the oldest natural materials. Used for everything, from contemporary sculpture to classical monuments, through to buildings and bathrooms,  its trademark veining, soft colour tones and the way it subtly plays with light give it a unique, timeless quality. It can elevate a design from the …

Spring 2022 was all about wellness and biophilia, creating calming spaces inspired by the natural world to increase wellbeing and productivity. Newmor took inspiration to create biophilic wallcoverings from tonal organic weaves and botanical prints to large scale digital wallcoverings of landscapes and nature. New designs included the organic Hessian texture which paired perfectly with the tonal tropical Bali print. …