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Isla Mujeres: Mexico’s Best Kept Secret

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Sitting in the Caribbean Sea between Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and the island of Cuba lies a seven-kilometre-long Mexican paradise; Isla Mujeres. In addition to boasting exceptional beauty and a spectacular landscape, Isla Mujeres oozes history and heritage. The unspoiled retreat of a mere 12,600 inhabitants was once considered sacred by Mexico’s Mayan civilization and served as the sanctuary for the Mayan Goddess Ixchel, the goddess of fertility, medicine and happiness.

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A Traditional Stay in China

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Hutongs are historical districts typical to Beijing, consisting of courtyard residences linked together by a maze of intricate alleyways. Dating back to China’s dynastic period, they hold an important place in Chinese cultural history. Although many have been lost to make way for more modern amenities in the capital city, those that remain are now listed as protected areas and some have been carefully converted into luxurious hotels, retaining the oriental charm and details that are now a testament to China’s vivid past.

Perfect for modern travellers wanting more than just a comfortable bed for the night, these unique properties offer an authentic taste of China’s true character.

DuGe Courtyard Boutique Hotel

The first (and arguably the best) designer courtyard hotel in China, DuGe Courtyard Boutique Hotel is part of what was once the residence of a noble family.  Bursting with bright, vibrant colours and exquisitely intricate detail, the stunning hotel fuses traditional architecture with contemporary custom-made furniture and luxurious touches. The rooms face a peaceful inner courtyard, offering guests a treasure trove of tranquillity in bustling Beijing. Continue reading →

FF Passion 4 Tour: Make-A-Wish

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The FF Passion 4 Tour arrived in Paris with just a few days to prepare for tonight’s well-deserved celebratory cocktail party and charity auction on one of the exclusive Yachts de Paris. As guests sails along the Seine, Ferrari merchandise will be auctioned in aid of the charity, Make-A-Wish France.

Make-A-Wish aims to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. The charity has worked to achieve this since its beginnings in 1980, and today 25,000 volunteers serve as wish granters, fundraisers and special events assistants. Wishes have been granted for 250,000 children across the globe, who have enjoyed trips to Disney World, been rock stars for a day and met their favourite sports personalities. As the charity continues to grow, it aims to keep giving children the chance to gain strength as their wishes are granted.

Tonight, a wish will be granted for six-year-old Martin who is passionate about racing cars, Ferrari and Formula 1. Martin, his father and grandfather will be picked up from Hotel Sezz by the Ferrari, which will take them to the yacht as VIP guests.

To learn more about Make-A-Wish France or to make a donation, click here.

Ferrari FF Passion 4 Tour

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This morning the new FF, Ferrari’s first four-seat sports car, set off from Maranello on an unprecedented two-week long journey, travelling through Italy, France, Luxembourg and Belgium, before arriving in style in Paris on the 16th September!

A chosen few journalists are the lucky ones who have been selected to sit behind the wheels of these fantastic new Ferraris. They will guide the car through the six stages of a 4,000km route that has been specially designed to make the most of Ferrari’s first ever four-wheel drive model, encompassing all road conditions and driving through beautiful European landscapes.

More than just a test drive for car fanatics, the FF Passion 4 Tour is a complete luxury experience. In addition to driving this incredible piece of automotive engineering and design, the journalists will also be invited to savour sumptuous local cuisine and enjoy the best hospitality on offer.

That’s where we come in.

Who better to take care of the accommodation for Ferrari than Splendia? Each night, the drivers and the Ferrari team will be staying in a Splendia hotel, ensuring the perfect end to a perfect day. Continue reading →

Soirées in Haute Couture

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The current latest fashion trend is, in fact, not fashion. At present, the world’s leading fashion houses are expanding themselves beyond the catwalk, reaching out to a new target clientele: the modern traveller. Designers are combining their creative vision with interior design, echoing the ideology of their brands with stylistic and architectural excellence. After a busy day attending catwalk shows in Europe’s fashion capitals, what better way to relax in the evening than to indulge in your favourite label from the comfort of your bed?

For decades, European designers have dominated the fashion scene, developing avant-garde looks on a consistent basis. Now, Europe’s leading labels have taken their brands one step further, unveiling a new genre of luxury hotels that are few and far between: the fashion hotels. Mixing high comfort with haute couture and a certain je ne sais quoi in their creative cauldrons really has sparked some magic.

Representing the Italians are fashion houses Moschino and Missoni. Created in 1983, Moschino’s eccentric yet innovative designs have catered for the colour-loving individual including the stage personas of both Madonna and Kylie Minogue. Due to its enormous success, 2010 saw the creation of the brand’s most interesting project to date: the Maison Moschino Hotel on Milan’s fashionable Viale Monte Grappa. The neoclassical building was once Milan’s first railway station, thus the edifice boasts large indoor spaces and unusual architectural features.

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