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Where Mountains Move And Stillness Lingers

At the heart of Arosa, Valsana Hotel feels less like a destination and more like a state of mind. Designed as a modern alpine retreat, the hotel balances clean architectural lines with an unmistakable sense of warmth, offering comfort that feels instinctive after a day spent in snow, forest, or mountain air. Sustainability is not an afterthought here but part of the hotel’s DNA, aligning seamlessly with Arosa’s nature-led rhythm and conscious way of living.

Cathay Pacific: 80 Years in Motion

Stepping into 2026, Cathay is excited to officially launch its 80th anniversary celebrations, marking eight decades of moving its home city, people and global customers forward since 1946. To usher in this milestone year and honour its legacy of bringing people together, Cathay will be hosting a series of special events, initiatives and activations throughout 2026 — all anchored by the unifying theme of “80 Years Together”.

A New Symphony Of Taste

To understand Vietnamese cuisine is to understand the search for balance. It is a conversation between flavours - herbs cooling the warmth of chilli, broth lifting the lightness of noodles. We look for “thanh”, the purity and harmony that leave the palate refreshed.

A Sanctuary Shaped by River, Ritual, and Reverence

Along the sun-washed banks of the Douro River, the spa at Octant Douro offers a quietly luxurious retreat where nature sets the rhythm. Tucked within the hillside terraces of Castelo de Paiva, the setting feels suspended between water and sky, with views that seem to follow guests from treatment rooms to garden paths and outdoor decks. The atmosphere is minimalistic yet warm, allowing the serenity of the valley to take centre stage.

Naar
A Himalayan Culinary Odyssey

High in the foothills of Himachal Pradesh, Naar has emerged as one of India’s most compelling new destination restaurants, set against sweeping views of valleys framed by the Western Himalayas. Located within Amaya, an intimate boutique retreat near the village of Darwa, the restaurant is enveloped by pine forests, wild grasses, and crisp mountain air, a serene natural canvas that informs every aspect of its philosophy.

A Journey Into The Farm at San Benito

Tucked into the emerald folds of Batangas just two hours south of Manila, The Farm at San Benito has long held its place as the Philippines’ quiet temple of holistic healing. Stepping onto its 52 hectares feels like exhaling after holding your breath for far too long, palms swaying above tranquil lagoons, peacocks wandering freely across sunlit paths, and the soft hum of nature offering a rhythm far gentler than the one we carry from city life.

A Night Inside the Revived Waldorf Astoria New York

In a city defined by reinvention, few comebacks feel as momentous as the return of the Waldorf Astoria New York. Following an eight-year, US$2 billion restoration, the legendary Park Avenue hotel has reopened its doors, its grandeur intact, its spirit refreshed, and its place in New York society reaffirmed.

The Langham <br> Where Boston’s Legacy Finds Its Modern Pulse

The Langham
Where Boston’s Legacy Finds Its Modern Pulse

In the heart of Boston’s Financial District, The Langham stands as both a monument and a masterpiece, a living chapter of the city’s storied past reimagined for the modern traveler. Once home to the Federal Reserve Bank, the 1922 Renaissance Revival landmark has been meticulously restored into one of Boston’s most elegant addresses, where history and hospitality meet in perfect balance.

Catwalks In The Clouds

Fashion no longer ends at the runway. From Dior’s fabled Montaigne mansion to Armani’s serene sanctuaries in Milan and Dubai, the world’s greatest designers have extended their artistry into unforgettable hotels and suites. These rare addresses offer more than rest they embody couture as lifestyle, dressing every moment in luxury.

Isles Of Intimacy

For newlyweds in search of the extraordinary, private islands promise honeymoons where time slows and every detail feels designed for two. Across oceans and archipelagos, these sanctuaries blend seclusion, culture, and opulent design, transforming each stay into a memory as enduring as love itself.

Alessio Pirozzi <br> Joyful Return to Italian Root

Alessio Pirozzi
Joyful Return to Italian Root

Executive Chef Alessio Pirozzi is the creative force behind Torno Subito, the first Asian outpost by three-Michelin-starred chef Massimo Bottura of Osteria Francescana. At its COMO Dempsey flagship, the restaurant marks its first anniversary with a refreshed menu and bold new direction – one that allows Pirozzi’s culinary voice to shine through, blending deep-rooted Italian traditions with childhood memories and contemporary flair.

Plate It Forward

There’s a quiet culinary revolution unfolding in Amsterdam led by Chef Bas van Kranen whose commitment to spotlighting Dutch ingredients is making sustainable cooking ever so cool.

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