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Madrid is all about the bars and restaurants, the hustle and bustle of the crowd, the baristas, the familiar waiters, the raised voices, and the hands that invade your personal space to ask for the bill. It's about strolling through galleries and museums, admiring timeless pieces of art. Madrid is Almodóvar's city, the home of flamenco, Cervantes, and Las Meninas.

Discover the new Amsterdam—a city that's transformed its iconic canals and cobblestones into a playground for the sophisticated traveller. Long gone are the clichés of coffee-shop culture and red-light nights; instead, Amsterdam has blossomed into a refined destination, thanks to strategic investments from the Dutch government.

In the picturesque town of Bad Ragaz, nestled in the Swiss canton of St. Gallen, lies a unique wellness oasis: the 5-star Grand Resort Bad Ragaz. The majestic peaks and gentle valleys of the Bündnerland offer an idyllic and healing retreat, with the resort providing direct access to therapeutic thermal waters.
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INTERVIEWS WITH CULINARY ARTISTS

Backed by strong principles and meticulous expertise, Silvia Hofmann is at the helm of Barcelona’s Hofmann Group, a collection of award-winning restaurants, cafés, a pastry shop, and a culinary school. We spoke with her to find out how she excels in her multitude of roles, leaves her mark on the brand, and honours her mother’s legacy.

Today, we talk to Alejandro Serrano, the chef of the restaurant that bears his name in Miranda de Ebro (Burgos) and who has become the youngest Spanish chef to be awarded a Michelin star at just 24 years old. In his dishes, he experiments with seafood, mountain tastes and superior-high-quality produce from different parts of the peninsula.

With two Michelin stars and an ever-expanding culinary empire, Berlin-born chef Tim Raue has reinvigorated German cuisine with exhilarating and daring dishes, quickly ascending as one of the country’s most significant chefs. We spoke with the culinary provocateur about the discipline behind his success, his passion for life’s finer things, and his dog’s sophisticated taste.

At the renowned Hotel Il Pellicano, the culinary magic of Michelin Star Head Chef Michelino Gioia crafts unforgettable stories and encounters. We sat down with Michelino to find out more about the talent behind his imaginative creations, the particularities of heading the Il Pellicano kitchens, and where we can find him for some downtime in the off-season.
REJUVENATE IN STYLE: WELLNESS HOTELS GUIDE

In Switzerland, skiing and wellness go hand in hand. You can’t help but feel a sense of great calm when you are out on the slopes enjoying all the earth has to give you. The right wellness hotel in Switzerland can make all the difference to your trip, so be sure to do your research beforehand to fully enjoy your trip once you are there.
NOBLE RETREATS: ELEGANT HOTEL GUIDES
STYLE ATLAS: NAVIGATING CITIES
COCKTAILS FOR THE SOUL
HIDEOUTS
Perched majestically above Zurich like a grand castle, The Dolder Grand offers unrivalled views of the city and the surrounding natural beauty. It's more than just a hotel – it's a sanctuary of peace and luxury that pampers both body and soul.
This renovated and traditional ‘Alpiner Blockbau’ is an opportunity to bask in the beautiful simplicity of living in the Swiss mountains.
The Dellacher is a holiday home in Oberwart, Austria. Designed by architect Raimund Abraham, the holiday resort stands in stark contrast to its surroundings.