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Burning Man – Rites of Passage

The 25th Burning Man festival took place in the Black Rock Desert – Nevada, US. Nowadays the event is more a temporary city than a traditional festival. This year more than 50.000 people enjoyed a week-long celebration of arts and music. In 1986 the ‘Burning Man’ itself starts with the length of 2.4m, in 25 [...]

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Venezia by Cuba Gallery

Venice and Amsterdam have a lot in common. Their both enclosed by water, build on wooden piles and popular as tourist destination. Did you know that the Venetian’s gondolas are painted black to prohibit competition for the fanciest boat? No? Now you do… If you are planning a trip to visit Venice, please take a [...]

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Villa Arrighi – Umbria, Italy

Enough of your uncles, aunts, brothers in law and all your other relatives?! We’ve got the perfect getaway for you! Castello di Reschio is a very private estate that covers 2,700 acres of Umbrian countryside on the border with Tuscany. This is the green hart of Italy, a land of rolling hills, vineyards, olive groves [...]

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Alviero Martini 1^ Classe

So if you like to travel but you don’t like to travel with a navigation device. Then take this beautiful bags by Alviero Martini with Geo Classic print. You’ll never loose track. Buy here

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Pitstop at V8 Hotel, Stuttgart – Germany

Every little boy’s dream is to sleep in a bed made out of old auto mobiles. So grab your chance now in Stuttgart, the home-base of German cars Porsche and Mercedes. Besides 4 single rooms, 19 double rooms and our tower suite, the V8 Hotel has 10 theme based rooms. With much charm and attention [...]

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Pool time

Located at the emblematic San Alfonso de Mar resort in Chile, its pool holds the current Guinness record as the world’s largest crystalline water pool, with an extension of 1.013km in length, eight hectares and 250 million liters of water. Hard to imagine? We are talking about nothing less than the equivalent to 6,000 familiar [...]

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Cap Rocat, Mallorca – Spain

Cap Rocat is a former fortress set on a private 88 acre property with a 2 km coastline, located in the Bay of Palma de Mallorca. The buildings, carefully restored in order to preserve their rich heritage, and the 24 spectacular rooms and suites make Cap Rocat one of the most unique hotels in the [...]

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Canal House

Contemporary and glamorous, Canal House is designed in a monochromatic scheme of black, purples, greys and coppers.  There are 5 bedroom categories based on size and view, all with the same generous amenities and open concept bathrooms featuring mosaic tile, bathtubs, double sinks wherever possible and unique artwork throughout. With 23 bedrooms, bar, lounge, restaurant [...]

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The Library Resort – Koh Samui, Thailand

Designer Tirawan Songsawat created a minimalist structure while intruding as little as possible on the site by building around old-growth trees. Guests may lose themselves among vegetation interspersed with artwork and statuary, contrasting a colour scheme in which white, red, black and grey predominate: the Library’s exterior is white, the swimming pool red, the restaurant [...]

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Musha Cay

Exclusive private-island resort in the Bahamas with luxurious accommodations for up to 24 guests. 500 acres on four islands, 25 sugar-sand beaches. Musha Cay is a privately owned island in the Exuma Chain, in the southern Bahamas. It is located 85 miles southeast of Nassau. And it is owned by illusionist David Copperfield. So I [...]

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The Club – Singapore

The Club is Ministry of Design’s latest high design boutique hotel offering in the uber chic Club Street conservation area with 22 distinctly unique rooms, a rooftop skybar with alfresco deck and a destination F&B venue with a tapas bar on the ground floor. All rooms combine traditional colonial design inspired elements together with sleek [...]

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Taj Lake Palace – Udaipur, India

The Taj Lake Palace, located in the middle of Lake Pichola is a dream of white marble and mosaic glistening in the moonlight. Conceived in romance, the palace was built in 1746 by Maharana Jagat Singh II, believed to be descendants of the Sun God. Set against the backdrop of the majestic Aravalli Mountains on [...]

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Hackett meets Globe-Trotter

Hackett has teamed up with Globe-Trotter on a portmanteau collection of hand-made, durable cases that are well worth checking in. The best bit? The spiffy linings: Prince of Wales check for the black Mayfair range, blue and white Bengal stripe for the navy London line and a Union Jack for the Aston Martin Racing set [...]

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The Lalu in Nantou, Taiwan

The Lalu is a 98-room, 5-star, modern luxury boutique hotel in Nantou, Taiwan. Situated on Sun Moon Lake, the hotel dates back to 1901 and was once the favorite retreat of President Chiang Kai Shek. Recently renovated by Kerry Hill Architects, The Lalu is one of the ultimate getaways anywhere in the world, providing its [...]

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Trash by Travelteq

Travelers for Travelers is what they say over at Travelteq. Perfect genuine Florentine Vacchetta leather bags, hand crafted by expert craftsmen. The interior features a shock resistant divider that provides increased protection for your Macbook and other valuables. There is even room for that Cuban cigar! Buy here

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Santorini Grace Hotel – Santorini, Greece

This graceful boutique property with its individually styled suites and rooms, appeals to those seeking a relaxing and romantic escape. It combinesluxury first class service and the finest food and drink with a sense of privacy and serenity. Located in the beautiful setting of Imerovigli in the northwest of the island, high above the Caldera, [...]

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OHSO – The Ultimate Travel Toothbrush

OHSO was engineered to be the ultimate travel toothbrush. Besides being good looking, the OHSO Travel Toothbrush is useful and durable. Fill OHSO with any type of toothpaste and your favourite toothpaste is stored in the handle for safekeeping. The window shows you how much paste is in the chamber. Turn the knob clockwise and [...]

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La Mamounia – Marrakech, Morocco

An Art Deco palace, the La Mamounia Hotel Marrakech is known for its interiors and architectural styling as well as its ideal location. The location of this historic hotel in Marrakech makes it convenient for anyone hoping to explore such areas as the Medina and the many souks. The La Mamounia Hotel Marrakech is located [...]

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Hotel Zenden – Maastricht, The Netherlands

Hotel and Swimclub Zenden is located within three monumental town houses situated near the river Maas in Maastricht, the Netherlands. Life in Maastricht is simply more easy-going and characterised by what the French call “joie de vivre. In 2009 award winning Dutch architect Wiel Arets has transformed the location to an elegant and sophisticated boutique [...]

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Travel Kit by Histoires de Parfums

Histoires de Parfums is coming up with a travel kit to take your favourite fragrance with you on your journey.  

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Witt Istanbul Suites – Istanbul, Turkey

In the city of Sultans for a lot less than a king’s ransom, the Witt Istanbul Suites brings you a touch of Parisian chic in the centre of the time-hallowed Cinhangir district of Istanbul, with views overlooking the picturesque Golden Horn and Galata Tower. Book here

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Hotel Silken Puerta América – Madrid, Spain

The Hotel Silken Puerta América Madrid is a space that invites people to dream. This project has brought together nineteen of the top architecture and design studios in the world from thirteen different countries. Originality, luxury, innovation and formal freedom define a hotel that awakens its guests’ senses. Each of the floors showcases a different [...]

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Lux Eleven – Berlin, Germany

The Lux Eleven Hotel is ideally situated in the pulsating and hip central district of Berlin Mitte. This hip design Hotel is surrounded by the creative and chic fashion shops, art galleries, trendy media agencies, and a myriad of culinary locations. The essential Berlin is just around the corner. Book here

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LA PURIFICADORA – Puebla, Mexico

La Purificadora is located in the historic centre of Puebla, a colonial city on the road between Mexico City and Oaxaca. Check out the human aquarium. Book here

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Lacroix Ski Set by Pinel & Pinel

Parisian trunk makers Pinel & Pinel have teamed up with French Ski makers Lacroix to create this limited edition ski set. The ski set contains a pair of Lacroix skis with Smartrack bindings, a pair of carbon fibre ski poles, leather ski gloves, ski goggles. The set comes in a Pinel & Pinel trunk which [...]

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Vine Hotel – Madeira, Portugal

A hotel with soul, just like a good wine. The Vine is sophisticated and luxurious. With a touch of simplicity and discretion, just the way you like it. A dip in the panoramic pool, a vinotherapy session in the spa or a gourmet dinner with a view over the city. Book here

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TRAVEL WATCH ROLL by Bamford Watch Department

ALUMINIUM TRAVEL WATCH TUBE Space for 4 watches on soft calf roll, internally lined with Neoprene.   LEATHER WATCH ROLL French Black Calf, inox steel support beams and space for 4-5 watches. Buy here  

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Southern Ocean Lodge – Kangaroo Island, Australia

Southern Ocean Lodge aims to provide an iconic accommodation experience on Kangaroo Island and is designed to be a sanctuary of comfort, style and personal intimacy, redefining the Australian standard. Book here

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W Hotel – New York redesigned by BBG-BBGM

Conceived as an urban oasis, the new guest rooms of the W Hotel designed by BBG-BBGM offer a respite from the chaos of the city by immersing the guest in soothing colours and textures inspired by nature. Curving, organic shapes complement modern angles while crisp white is softened with tones from the forest and earth. [...]

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Maff Apartment by Queeste Architects

The apartment, 30m2, is located in the city centre of The Hague, 15 minutes from Scheveningen beach and housed in an old historic mansion (1890).  To make your night, weekend, long term or short term rental to an overwhelming and luxurious experience, the apartment is equiped with all conveniences. Book here  

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Kube Hotel – Paris

Situated in the heart of the XVIII th arrondissement, a few steps away from Montmartre, KUBE is tucked away in a quiet street, sheltered from the city’s crowds. Its historic facade hides an innovative and ‘high tech’ universe: 41 rooms and suites, THE ICE KUBE (the city’s first ice bar), one lounge bar, 2 state-of-the-art [...]

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The Rockhouse – Negril, Jamaica

The Rockhouse Hotel, stretching across the cliffs of Pristine Cove in Negril, comprises of 20 thatch roofed, octagonal villas of timber and stone and 15 more traditional style hotel rooms hidden amongst a jungle of exotic gardens.

Hotel Fox – Copenhagen Denmark

61 rooms, 21 artist, 1,000 ideas Each room is an individual piece of art. From wacky comical styles to strict graphic design. Fantastic street art and Japanese Manga to simply spaced out fantasies.

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Hotel Honecker – Airplane Hotel

The entire air plane has been converted into a single luxury suite including a Jacuzzi and infra-red sauna. The vintage plane is an Ilyushin 18, built in 1960. In its first years, it served as a government plane for the DDR top dogs, including Erich Honecker. From 1964 to 1986 Interflug used it for flights [...]

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