The “Hammerhouse” house was built in 14th century as a residence that grew larger as time passed, the owner family acquired it through marriage in the early 18ths expanding it as their logging and iron empire grew. It has long been known as the Hammerhaus, or “hammer house,” after the tools used to temper iron. The 5,380-square-foot building had fallen into disrepair. Mold covered many of the walls, floors were caving in and the roof leaked. The stream was not only running past the house,…Continue Reading “Rock me Amadeus – Hammerhouse Vienna, Austria”
Small can be big, the smallest and most intimate 5-Star-Boutique Hotel in Zurich. The historic hotel building, under heritage protection, dates back to 1895 and was renocated in its original splendor. The Hotel combines fin-de-siècle elegance with the high-tech comforts of today. Funny story, the name ‘Alden’ comes from the old English word ‘Aldwyn’ = ‘old friend’…
We love Greece, everyone knows Hydra. Beautiful eco island with many claims to fame. Just covering 55 square kilometres it has one of the most gorgeously picturesque harbours in the Aegean. And, astonishingly for a place only 64 kilometres from Athens, its primary mode of transportation remains the donkey. Several art exhibitions of a high standard take place annually in the Miranda Art Gallery. Hydra is only 45 miles from Athens and the island has become a stronghold of contemporary art. Tucked into the town are several world-class…Continue Reading “Houses Island Hydra / Greece”
Buenos Aires. We love to be here. Its called the “Paris” of South America, each of the city’s small hoods is unique and has interesting looks to offer, the joy of simply strolling down any of the city’s beautiful boulevards is quickly rewarded. Many travellers love the San Telmo district in which European schools of architecture are apparent as a stylish backdrop to a vibrant and cosmopolitan scene. The Recoleta neighbourhood is a cultural hub where activity spills out into the streets. Tango dancers show off…Continue Reading “Cities we love – Buenos Aires – Casa Rosada”
Yasou, House & Hotel Magazine loves the unusual houses, unsual landscapes and hot springs on Lesvos. So come over to Lesvos and pls do not forget that the island is also world famous for their Ouzo production. There are dozens of producers, big firms and small family distilleries. Enjoy this along with greek salad, fresh fish and a get a bit of this beautiful style. If you are travelling and flyin out from Athens, our resto tips: Not a star restaurant but a fantastic eating…Continue Reading “Houses on Lesvos / Greece”
House & Hotel Magazine features great architecture and today the great @ Narita airport. This amazing video filmed in Japan was created by the music dance group World Order which is led by Genki Sudo. Sure it not only intended as a message of hope. Genki’s message to the Japanese is in this awesome dance video. Narita International Airport is an international airport serving the Greater Tokyo Area of Japan. It is located 60 km of Tokyo Station. Narita handles the majority of international passenger…Continue Reading “Dance @ Narita Airport / Tokyo / Japan”
What do you think about this, welcome your guests with a small present. Ask a neighbour or friend to be guides and to pop in to see how they are and write an agreement about damage. Your guests will be pleased to have your hospitality and may become friends. Honesty is the key in home exchange. Do not be horrified about other people going through your things. Don’t worry – your insurance company will be delighted that your house won’t be empty, and don’t book…Continue Reading “Just travel / home exchange”
Love and happiness again and again on the Seychelles. The royal folks touched down at the international airport on Mahé before heading on to one of the country’s 115 islands. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will go to Desroches Island. Futhermore they will stay on the exclusive Fregate Island Private, a 20-minute helicopter ride away from airport. Later on Maldives for joy, snorkeling and diving.
I love it to be in South-Korea. Just after arriving at the International Airport we went straight away to our hotel -The Plaza-. It reopened in 2010, the renovated hotel offers aesthetic interior designs, impeccable personalized customer service and ultimate convenience for conducting international business. Ideally located in the heart of downtown Seoul, The Plaza is my premier choice if I am doing business in Seoul both for style and convenience. The logo design represents the image of a link that weaves together the past,…Continue Reading “The famous Plaza Hotel / Seoul / South-Korea”
Nice and glamorous hotel in the middle of Budapest, contemporary NY Palace Hotel is the rethinking of the original edifice built in 1894. The building has an eclectic style relying on the Italian renaissance however the most unique contemporary interior design has gained ground in the formation of inner spaces creating one of the most dignified hotels within the Boscolo Group. The opulent splendour of the 5 star New York Palace luxury hotel can be recognized not only in forms but materials as well. All the…Continue Reading “Boscolo New York Palace / Budapest”
Destination Russia – Moscow. Contributed by Francois Jobard. A shrine to various eastern cultures, a gourmets playground and a place for a secret rendezvous. Check-in at the Savoy hotel, it was in 1913 when the doors opened for the first time with a great party. The beautiful neoclassical building soon became a prestigious address and it is still an interesting place in the historical center of Moscow. The original five-storey building had the most recent equipment of the time, as elevators, phones in the rooms,…Continue Reading “The Savoy Hotel / Moscow / Russia”
We all know the movie “It Started in Naples” with the fabolous Sophia Loren and Clark Gable. To make it short: Gable travels to Naples a few days before his planned wedding is falling in love and stays in Italy. Long-renown as the birthplace of pizza, the Italian city of Naples now has a garbage problem. Organized crime and an ineffective local government appear to be behind this smelly crisis. The issue seems to be on the top of the local agenda, but it seems that no one…Continue Reading “It started in Naples / Italy”
