Brand stories
The creative journey behind The ArcadiaPlace
On the remote shores of Lake Lugu, where Sichuan meets Yunnan, The ArcadiaPlace was created as a dialogue between heritage and modernity. Its owners and designers set out not to impose a hotel on the landscape but to craft a cultural statement, an environment where the traditions of the Mosuo people could be reinterpreted for contemporary hospitality.
Stamna Sifnos: Where Cycladic heritage meets contemporary calm
Nestled discreetly within the serene landscapes of Sifnos, Stamna offers a restorative retreat where nature, tradition, and warm Greek hospitality converge in harmony.
Finolhu Baa Atoll, Maldives: A new chapter of creative, conscious island living
Set within the pristine Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives redefines the Maldivian escape by pairing playful luxury with purpose.
Hotel Borsari: A celebration of history and wellness in Martigny
Switzerland, renowned for its alpine beauty and cultural depth, is preparing to welcome two extraordinary additions to its hospitality landscape.
A renaissance in Portofino: The evolution of Splendido and the birth of Villa Beatrice
The Italian Riviera’s iconic harbor town is entering a new era of elegance as Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino unveils the next major phase of its multi-year renovation in June 2025.
Soneva Jani, Medhufaru Island – Maldives
Soneva Jani transports both children and adults into a dreamlike realm, where they traverse the lush interior on bicycles, lounge in hammocks on deserted beaches reminiscent of Robinson Crusoe, delight in thrilling slides, frolic amidst vibrant coral reefs, and marvel at dolphins darting through shimmering waters.
Featured interview
François Delahaye
Chief Operating Officer | Dorchester Collection
Almost two years after the onset of the pandemic, the hospitality industry is still searching for answers. ‘When will this end? When will things return to normal? What will the “new normal” be?’ We turn to our leaders for solutions, those who have guided us through the digitization of the workplace and an unprecedented period of uncertainty. For Mr. François Delahaye, the esteemed Chief Operating Officer of the Dorchester Collection, the answer is simple and refreshingly honest: ‘I don’t know.’
Hospitality Insights
Mike Minchin | Auberge Resorts Collection
The future of hospitality is based on the hotels' connection with the destinations Auberge Resorts Collection Interview with Mike Minchin, Chief Marketing Officer With a resume featuring...
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
Pioneering the Way: A Proud Legacy Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Interview with Mansi Vagt, Global Brand Leader & Vice President of Fairmont and Alexander (Alex) Schellenberger, Accor’s Chief...
Nous Santorini
Noūs Santorini Cyclades | Greece Opening in early summer 2022, Noūs Santorini will be dedicated to redefining luxury, with a focus on slowness, space, and an integration of interior...
The OWO, London – UK
The OWO London | United Kingdom On Friday, September 29th, The OWO, an extraordinary new destination, unveiled itself in the heart of Whitehall. This grand debut introduced new restaurants...
Boca de Agua, Bacalar – Mexico
Boca de Aqua Bacalar | Mexico In the splendid Yucatán region of Mexico, travelers may find it challenging to make a wrong choice, yet Bacalar stands out as a hidden gem, embodying a model...
The Home, Zurich – Switzerland
The Home Zurich | Switzerlnd "The Home" in Zurich, set to open its doors in summer 2024, represents the latest venture of the visionary brothers Günter and Manfred Weilguni, renowned for...
21 Carpenter, Singapore – Asia
21 Carpenter Singapore | Asia The genesis of 21 Carpenter is rooted in the creative vision of the local architectural firm WOHA, renowned for its unconventional approach to design. The...
Manna, Arcadia – Greece
Manna Arcadia | Greece Nestled in a landscape long revered as an earthly paradise and housed within a meticulously preserved historic building, Manna emerges as a recently unveiled opulent...