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The following are some of the ways to get in touch with each other:owards dusk a bonfire was lit and, one after another, the friends we were eating and drinking with hurdled the leaping flames, a pagan ritual thought to provide benefits including improved physical and mental strength, prosperity and fertility.Further heat came from a sauna we made using five sacks of logs – too many, we agreed afterwards. When it got too hot, we escaped into the cool shallows of the pond just a few metres away, repeating this cycle several times.As we soak up the long, light days of summer, I’m reminded of this magical time I spent in Lithuania celebrating the summer…
Reading Time < 1 Then, you can get in touch with us. UK: Nevaya software as a service platformFilmbankmedia is a content aggregatorThey have teamed up with to bring Hollywood blockbuster films into hotel rooms. The partnership provides blockbusters for in-room viewing through Filmbankmedia’s content library. This includes Disney, Warner Bros. According to the partnership agreement, hotels can offer the entertainment platform for free or charge a fee per view. James Richmond said, “Our reputation was built on working with hotels to help them provide better service and content for their guests.” We are thrilled to be working with Filmbankmedia…
Flight attendants have a front-row seat Travel faux pas are many, but the most common is what people wear to fly. So, I asked two seasoned pros to weigh in on the most impractical outfits they’ve seen—and more importantly, what to wear instead. According to two flight attendants—Karen Young, who has 47 years of experience, and Crista Treat, who takes her airport outfits just as seriously as her vacation looks—far too many travelers still fall short. From sky-high heels and stiff business attire to bulky belts and even barefoot passengers (yes, that happens), these in-flight missteps can lead to unnecessary…
Virgin Hotels Images Virgin Hotels Collection, the parent brand of Virgin Hotels and Virgin Limited Edition, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rayhan Arif as Chief Commercial & Financial Officer. Rayhan Arif brings to his new role a wealth of experience in brand building, strategic and financial expertise, which he has developed over the past eight years at the Virgin Group. Rayhan, who is a trusted leader within the Virgin portfolio and has played a key role in the growth and incubation of some of Virgin’s most dynamic initiatives, will take on the position. His long-standing connection to Virgin Hotels—as a Board…
Best spa in London for: Celebrity treatmentHyde Park is one of London’s most prestigious addresses, and being a sister property to the Four Seasons Hotel London adds prestige. DorchesterBefore you enter the shining revolving doors of 45 Park Lane. The two hotels have a close working relationship, and guests at Dorchester are welcome to use the 45’s Spa facilities. Collaborative efforts have increased further lately. Uliana Gout of London Aesthetic Medicine is now a Dorchester resident and founder of London Aesthetic Medicine. She offers her award-winning treatments in the 45 Park Lane private rooms every week.If you want to use the…
In the village of San Cassiano you will find this beautiful villa. Italy’s UNESCO-listed Dolomites, Aman Rosa Alpina Reopening on 24th July 2025 after a complete transformation by Aman, architect Jean-Michel Gathy. Pizzinini has operated the hotel in Alta Badia for three generations. The hotel is known for it’s charm, its proximity to skiing and for its quiet location. After several years working as an Aman The property is now fully integrated in the global portfolio of the group. The redesign is intended to maintain the spirit of the hotel’s original design while also bringing it into line with Aman’s…
As a Floridian who lives in sandals year-round, I am accustomed to wearing them. When it’s hot, I don’t want to wear socks or sneakers. Sandals may seem too light and unsupportive for long-distance walking. However, I have found that they are just as comfortable as sneakers. They can also be a stylish, yet comfortable, alternative to heels on an evening out. Packing versatile sandals can save you a lot of luggage space if you only have a carry-on. Comfortable walking sandals do exist, and no, they don’t all look like clunky podiatrist-prescribed orthopedic shoes. As a former cruise ship…
I am a Floridian by birth, but Bristol, Rhode Island feels like home. The warm welcome of locals such as Brian Travers, owner of the Bradford-Dimond-Norris House bed and breakfast, where we stay every time, or the quintessential New England Americana of the place—especially at the beginning of July. The oldest continuous settlement in the world is located here. Independence Day celebration in the country—and this year, Bristol is marking its 240th year doing it big on the Fourth of July. As the unofficial capital of Fourth of Jul. in the U.S. Bristol On June 14, a Flag Day Ceremony…
Reading Time < 1 Minutes UK: Woolley Grange Jacobean manor house Bath will undergo an extensive renovation, and the property’s reopening phase will begin in early October 2025. StudioJill is in charge of the renovation. The firm claims that it will follow a “new but nostalgic” concept. The studio has been working across the Luxury Family Hotels collection including Fowey Hall on the Cornish Coast, Moonfleet Manor on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset, and New Park Manor in the New Forest. Woolley Grange’s 25 rooms, restaurants, spas, pools, gardens and common areas will all be renovated. Jill Higgins is the founder of StudioJill and the design team.…
The Ritz-Carlton Images The Ritz-Carlton Pune announces Bhushan Sawant’s elevation to Executive Chef. This is a strategic leadership role which reflects Bhushan’s outstanding contributions, consistent performances, and culinary expertise over the past five-years at the hotel. Bhushan Sawant’s promotion reinforces the commitment of the brand to recognize internal talent and drive excellence across all touchpoints in the guest dining experience. With over 22 years of global culinary experience, Bhushan has cultivated a rich expertise in luxury hospitality, having worked with prestigious brands including The Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, JW Marriott, Rosewood Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and Oberoi Hotels. His expertise…