Nestled on the promontory overlooking the waters of Cala Creta, the Il Gattopardo di Lampedusa is a historic hotel on the island of the same name that fits harmoniously into the surrounding landscape with its 10 rooms obtained from as many dammusi (traditional Sicilian stone houses), different from one another in terms of conformation, but united by the same style.
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A carpet is a wonderful addition to any room, in any shape, and thus a true work of art. It quickly conquers all the senses – we walk barefoot over it, run our fingers over the patterns.
If walls could talk, they would have a lot to tell: The magnificent Fort Barwara in Rajasthan dates back to the 14th century and was originally owned by a royal family. Now the Six Senses Group, known for its extraordinary houses, has turned it into a fascinating oasis of relaxation. Carefully restored and converted with a focus on sustainability, the dream hotel in the Indian palace invites you on a fairytale journey through time into the history and culture of the country …
By revisiting and experimenting with the existing form of BuzziPleat, a new edition has been developed in the 13&9 Design atelier together with fashion designer Sabrina Stadlober …
Since the 1920s, the Champalimaud family’s history has been linked to a beautiful spot. Right on the Atlantic coast, just 25 minutes away from Lisbon, they have developed a design hotel boasting contemporary architecture. Miguel M. Champalimaud, Hotel Director, told us all about its history, the best places and the architecture…
With his first hotel project, Brazilian star architect Marcio Kogan has created a special kind of sustainable island hideaway: The luxurious Patina Maldives virtually hides in nature, which it strives to protect – from construction to operation.
A vacation in sand dunes? Studio Symbiosis makes it possible: The German-Indian architecture firm has designed Dunes, a resort in northwest India that blends seamlessly into the desert.
With the exhibition THE FEST. Between Representation and Turmoil (MAK Exhibition Hall, Dec. 14, 2022-May 7, 2023), the MAK invites visitors on a multifaceted, opulent tour that makes the cultures and histories of celebration – across the centuries – vivid and tangible …
The issue of sustainability is becoming more and more prominent, even when you’re on holiday, so it’s good to know that hotels like the Alpenhotel Kitzbühel on Lake Schwarzsee exist. Read on to find out more…
Das vor kurzem eröffnete kleine Öko-Hotel Son Fogueró auf Mallorca verfolgt eine klare Mission: Ganzheitliches Detox zu ermöglichen. Die Kombi aus Design, Kunst und Gesundheit wirkt dafür äußerst förderlich.
The new Tottenham Court Road station is just one of the stations on the new 100-kilometre-long Elizabeth Line that crosses the entire city of London from east to west, covering 60 miles from Reading to Shenfield…
As the first object of the new neighborhood The 78 in Chicago, the architecture firm OMA has planned a dome-shaped innovation center made of glass. A building that is intended to advance research and promote integration …
When the stresses of day-to-day life get too much, holidays can be spent relaxing and soaking up the sun while enjoying some privacy. In line with their philosophy that “time and privacy are the new luxury”, the Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery provides the innovative approach of the villa concept – a private hotel just for you.::
Residing alongside five kilometers of pristine Mexican coastline is the 36,000-acre Chamela-Cuixmala Biosphere Reserve; within this oasis sits Cuixmala, recognized as being at the forefront of eco-luxury travel. Here the boundaries separating guests from nature are dissolved, whilst being one of the most luxurious places to stay in the world.
Hotel des Horlogers, nestled between hills and mountains and entirely surrounded by nature, has many stories to tell – from watchmakers to nature and time for yourself, about the important things in life and the five wonders of the region…
Puerto Escondido in the Mexican state of Oaxaca is a center of attraction for sun and sea lovers from all over the world. In particular, the beaches around La Punta Zicatela are a paradise for surfers; the year-round summer temperatures due to the geographical location on the southern Pacific coast of Mexico ensure a constant influx of tourists. The need for new hotels near the beach is therefore not surprising.
Serdar Kutucu, an innovation expert with an affinity for design, tells us about the slow attitude to life, why it’s often best to go deeper rather than faster, and what he associates with nagomi…
With a passion for creating holistic inspiring experiences and special moments, Almanac Hotels always offer individual, harmonious total concepts for all senses. As a new trendsetter in the hotel industry, Almanac is opening several exclusive hotels in selected European metropolises in the coming years…