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Venice a magical place. Contributed by Jens Hoffmann The Cipriani is located on Giudecca Island, a 5-minute boat ride from St. Mark’s Square. The Hotel Ciprani in Venice is one of the bests hotel, the place has been an idyllic sanctuary since it opened in 1958. There’s nothing quite like waking up in the Hotel Cipriani, amid a sea of quiet streets, sprawling gardens, and that giant saltwater pool. The full glory of Venice is suddenly yours — you can actually imagine being here when…Continue Reading “Bella Italia – Hotel Cipriani in Venice” →

Destination Berlin. The german capital is for me one of the most exciting cities in the world. If you do not think so, you must visit one of our places in Berlin. Contributed by N.Neugebauer. One of my favourite hotels you will find in Berlin-Mitte. A architectural gem and in the ground floor you is the italian restaurant LABANCA (where I met Sir Rocco Forte during the opening party) He never stops to tell the story about Rocco Forte. “Each of the properties is individual,…Continue Reading “Trendy topics about Berlin – Rocco Forte” →

Destination Galicia. My luxury pilgrim tour to Santiago de Compostela. Contributed by Jens Hoffmann. Santiago de Compostela, better known as Santiago is the capital of the community of Galicia in northwestern Spain. The city has its origin in the shrine of Saint James the Great, now the city’s cathedral, as destination of the Way of St. James, a leading Catholic pilgrimage route originated in the 9th century. Always fun to strollthrough Santiago, say hello to the Cathedral, the Plaza do Obradoiro where the Parador is…Continue Reading “Me gusta, Galicia – Santiago de Compostela” →

The charming hotel Il Castelfalfi – TUI BLUE SELECTION is a brand new 5-star hotel within Toscana Resort Castelfalfi. It offers an more exclusive experience, a one-of-a-kind showcase for the Italian lifestyle, highlighting nature and beauty. In the 15th century during the Renaissance in Tuscany many noble families like Gherardesca built new homes today you will find an authentic experience and a perfect place to discover the true Tuscany. Whether you want to play golf, enjoy a relaxing spa treatment or discover the breath-taking Tuscan…Continue Reading “Bella Italia – Il Castelfalfi – a new 5-star hotel within Toscana Resort Castelfalfi” →

Destination Paris. Text by Jens Hoffmann. When you arrive in Paris the feeling to be in the city of love starts. Tourist facts, Pont des Arts: Paris-City removes the world famous ‘love locks”. What a pity. Pont des Arts is famously known for symbol act of affection and love. Its a pity, but doesn’t matter. There can be a lot of more fun pressure to make an romatic evening out in Paris. Finding the perfect restaurant is a particularly difficult choice in a city also…Continue Reading “Paris, mon amour” →

Destination Poland. Poznan a charming European town with a gorgeous city square, a 1,000-year plus history full of horrific wars and destruction, a Catholic bent and a surprising cosy athmosphere. I’m here to visit the hotel Blow Up Hall 50/50, one of the most unique hotels in Europe. Entering in the front door, you’re immediately struck by the grand entrance hall, complete with its four levels of brickwork and artworks ranging from the giant “Red Dwarf” at the back of the hall, through a number…Continue Reading “Dzien dobry! House & Hotel Magazine features Poland” →

Garden eden of Italy – Welcome to Italy where joy is practicall a religion. Firence is an epicentre for food, art and culture. “The Villa La Massa”, is a fascinating Medici dwelling of the 16th century on the outskirts of Florence. It was turned into a luxury hotel in 1948. After a complete renovation by the Villa d’Este Group in 1998 it reopened and its five hundred years of history live on, telling us tales of Renaissance splendour and the lifestyle of Florentine aristocrats in…Continue Reading “Bella Italia – “The Villa Massa” – Firenze” →

Sawasdee Bangkok. Contributed by John Harris. The arrival on Suvarnabhumi Airport was smooth as silk with Thai Airways (Airbus A 380): 36 degrees, hot, humid, a perfect day. Back to Asia and a lovely invitation by the Sofitel So Bangkok in the city of Angels. Forget about the “must-see” experiences. For sure it is nice to take a look at the Grand Palace, eat some thai food, make a Chao Phraya river cruise and go for a hot walk on the Chatuchak Weekend Market. But…Continue Reading “Song Kran in Thailand” →

Experience Biarritz Contributed by Francois Jobard I enjoyed Napoleons III. summer residence in Biarritz. The Hôtel du Palais Imperial is an historic luxury hotel in the centre of Biarritz, overlooking a large stretch of beach on the Biarritz coastline. The 19th century residence of Napoleon III, has been all the time a symbol of prestige for Biarritz for more than a century. This 5-star hotel is located 24km from San Sebastian-Donosti Airport. From the moment you get your key you feel a bit special. You…Continue Reading “Experience the summer residence of Napoleon” →

Hong Kong – Art that inspires By Jens Hoffmann. Just after arrival at HK International Airport Hong Kong welcomes me with a elegant kind of style. I love this city, some people say something was missing into one of Asia’s buzzzing new hives of innovation and finance. One this was hard to find. The fun. Unlike other world booming cities, where the opening of new theaters, hotels, bar could barely keep up with the demand, HK was always focudes a bit too much on work…Continue Reading “Hong Kong – Art that inspires” →

London Contributed by Jens Hoffmann. The set up minmalist design – think NYC loft space I checked in at “The Ace Hotel” in Shoreditch, already a London legend. Beautiful located in East London. In the lobby, there is a long and busy shared table. Elegant library-style reading lights run down the middle; to either side there are two dozen plain wooden chairs. Most of them are occupied throughout the day by people with laptops – young, or youngish, and carefully dressed in casual clothes. Some…Continue Reading “Living the high life in London” →

One thing common to all guests of the small country is the desire to bring the visitor clother to Europe. Contributed by Jens Hoffmann Here you can feel Europe. The rich history and the aim to ensure the free movement of people, goods, services, and capital within the EU market is still alive, here you can feel the old Europe. I was here to taste all kinds of Cremant and to enjoy the cultural life of Luxembourg, La Moselle and Schengen. Schengen is a small…Continue Reading “My lovely Luxembourg” →