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Club Med opened its new 4 trident ski resort in Grand Massif Samoëns Morillon (Haute Savoie). Contributed by feature reporter Jens Hoffmann. The French Alps has another pretty resort, a one hour drive away from Geneva. I enjoyed the days in the French Alps, perfect for families and couples who want a taste a bit of a french paradise. The new resort in the French countryside is an oasis of recuperation. The Grand Massif ski area is the fourth largest ski region in France but…Continue Reading “The new Club Med Resort in Samoëns Morillon – Dreamland in Grand Massif” →

Phuket by Jens Hoffmann. Sawasdee, the Southern Tip Peninsula of Patong is to be the stunning location for a the Crest five star property. “Where Nature Heals” Crest is an inspiring and radical luxury eco-designed resort catering to discerning travelers seeking a reviving and rejuvenating weekend getaway, relaxing long stay, honey moon hideaways, adventure filled family vacations, and even refreshing corporate meeting sessions. Perched on a gentle hillside, on the beautiful Tri Trang Beach, just outside Patong, surrounded by tropical rain forest and stunning 240°…Continue Reading “Where nature heals – Crest Resort in Phuket” →

Destination Florida & Key West Contributed by Jens Hoffmann Going on one means being away from everything familiar and allowing your brain to idle into a kind of cleaning bliss. Miami is becoing a green, ecological city and a weekend in South Beach is always fun. Do you long for the South Beach of vegan culture, frozen margaritas and electric neon? The South Beach of stylish new hotels like Gale, Lord Balfour, SLS South Beach and special restaurants like Yardbird, Southern Table & Bar, Khong…Continue Reading “I am a fan – The Mandarin Oriental in Miami” →

Destination Shanghai Contributed by Jens Hoffmann After a happy landing I enjoyed the nice ride with the airport express train (455 km/h, wow!!!) to Pudong. 10 minutes later we arrived. Yes, I love it to be in Shanghai. My hotel, the Shangri-La Jing An is located on the Puxi side of the Huangpu River. It features a design inspired by Shanghai’s past, present, and future. The 508-room hotel is the centerpiece of the Jing An Kerry Centre. Upon entering the lobby, guests are greeted by…Continue Reading “Selected breaks in Shanghai @Shangri-La Hotel” →

Destination Marrakesh. Contributed by Jens Hoffmann. Hmm, yes a little bit boring, but we are still looking for the 1001 secrets of Marrakesh. Spice shops, snake charmers, and street food have made the city to one of world greatest spectacles. Acctually no need to introduce the La Mamounia, a true legend among the most famous hotels in the world. It is located in walking distance of the Djemaa el Fna, in the legendary city Marrakesh. We had a fantastic time and a amazing suite with…Continue Reading “Faces of the Medina – Marrakesh & La Mamounia” →

Michelin – new stars in 2018 Tokyo a) The latest edition of the Michelin guide for Tokyo presents 82 new restaurants, including five new two-star establishments and 23 entities garnering single stars. All of the 12 three-star restaurants in Tokyo have retained their prestigious status, including the world-famous sushi restaurant Sukiyabashi Jiro Honten, Azabu Yukimura (Kyoto cuisine) and Joel Robuchon (French fine dining). Among the new restaurants awarded two stars are Chinese restaurant Sazenka, Hommage (French cuisine), and Den. The Michelin Guide Tokyo 2018 lists…Continue Reading “Michelin new stars in Tokyo (Asia 2018)” →

Singapore – the new green marvel A booming and clean city. If you have a budget you can enjoy it quick & easy by helicopter, listen to the pilot and enjoy it with a panoramic view. Usually the tour includes; Marina Bay Sands, the Garden by the Bay, Marina Barrage and the business district, a bit of Sentosa with the Universal Studios and Sentosa Cove. Furthermore some of the Southern Islands like Kusu Island, St John’s Island & Sisters’ Islands and the world famous Singapore…Continue Reading “Booming green Singapore – the Asian marvel” →

Contributed by feature reporter Jens Hoffmann From New York to Cancún. Here where the Caribbean Sea converges with the Gulf of Mexico, ancestral voices keep whispering old tales with the winds that refresh Holbox. They tell the stories of the Spanish galleons that disappeared in these waters, they also tell the stories of the pirates who took their treasures, pirates like Francisco Molas. The ferry ride to Isla Holbox (a 20 mile-long sliver of mostly mangrove and beach in the vast Yum Balam biosphere reserve),…Continue Reading “Islands we love – Holbox in Mexico” →

Destination South-Africa. Contributed by Ben Russel. Happy landing on Airport Cape town – The fun starts. Located on the southern coast of Africa, nestling in an almost secret location. For me one of the most extraordinary properties in the world. The Pezula Private Castle with over four thousand entries it was awarded as the “Best Property in the World”. Wow, so probably one of the most stunning places to stay in South Africa a destination that’s poised to leave you speechless. The Noetzie Beach is…Continue Reading “Howzit – my South Africa” →

Destination Malta. Culture, Culture, Culture. Contributed by Jens Hoffmann. The City of Valletta, set to be the European Capital of Culture in 2018 – prove Malta’s got much more to offer than losing in soccer and a few points they always award at the Eurovision contest. Great palaces, new architecture, and lovely places to eat – not to mention its UNESCO World Heritage The island has beaches and opportunities still feels quite undiscovered. Once you biking here you’ll see the landscape is stunning. To really…Continue Reading “Valletta – The European Capital of Culture in 2018” →

Cape Town. South Africa. A hotel with a view. Contributed by Martina Warter. The Silo is worth an incentive or lovely stay, an extraordinary new luxury hotel in Cape Town situated above Zeitz MOCAA. It sets a new standard for luxury accommodation in Cape Townn. Towering above the V&A Waterfront surrounded by the natural wonder of the city. The Silo has been built in the grain elevator portion of the historic grain silo complex occupying six floors above Zeitz MOCAA (Museum of Contemporary Art Africa)….Continue Reading “Howzit – The Silo hotel – Cape Town” →

Destination Bali. Last time the Indonesian volcano Mount Agung caused some troubles during our stay. Today it is more easy, no problem at Taman Bali airport, my sweet paradise is spiritual easy. A tailor made refuge for a romantic stay in the “Garden of Eden”. The locals call the island “Taman Bali” (Garden of Eden). The german painter Spies got his inspiration from Balinese woman that he painted in his lush landscapes. It was in the roaring twenties and thirties, but ever since, foreigners have…Continue Reading “Destination Bali” →