marriott.com Places to stay Prince de Galles, Paris: A Living Legend of Art Deco Elegance In a city defined by its timeless sophistication and artistic soul, the Prince de Galles, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Paris stands as one of Paris’s great icons — a hotel that doesn't simply belong to the City of Light, but helps define it. Situated on the prestigious Avenue By Natalia Nova • 5 min read
rivieramaya.vidantaworld.com Places to stay A Symphony in the Jungle: Discovering Jungala Park Hotel and the Magic of JOYÀ "In the jungle, you don’t just find silence—you remember how to listen." — Carlos Fuentes, Mexican novelist Somewhere between the sun-drenched coastlines of Cancun and the soft hush of the Mayan jungle, a hidden paradise reveals itself not with fanfare, but with a whisper. Jungala Park Hotel By Natalia Nova • 3 min read
instagram.com/festivaldecannes Events & Society The 2025 Cannes Film Festival Opens with Glamour, Grandeur, and Timeless Icons Each May, the Croisette becomes a catwalk unlike any other, where the world’s most glamorous stars meet the global guardians of cinema. And on the opening night of the 78th Cannes Film Festival, elegance returned in full force—with a refined edge shaped by a newly enforced dress code By Natalia Nova • 3 min read
jamaluvilla.com Places to stay Private Horizon: Cliffside Serenity at Villa Jamalu The golden hour descends like liquid amber through the expansive glass facades of Villa Jamalu. I'm suspended between sky and sea, watching from the infinity pool as the sun melts into Jimbaran Bay's horizon. The water's edge blurs seamlessly into the deepening indigo of By Natalia Nova • 3 min read
People Interview with Alban Kibarer – The Visionary Behind Bali’s First “Festive Hotel” When Alban Kibarer first arrived in Bali nearly two decades ago, few could have imagined that this young French entrepreneur would one day redefine the island’s hospitality landscape. As the founder of K Club Ubud, he introduced a bold new concept: the “festive hotel,” where guests don’t just By Natalia Nova • 4 min read
margys.com Beauty & Wellness Spring Skincare & Facial Treatments at Monaco's Top Luxury Beauty Salons As spring breathes new life into the Côte d’Azur, Monaco’s most prestigious beauty salons and spas unveil their seasonal treatments. These luxurious havens combine science and indulgence to revive post-winter skin, focusing on hydration, renewal, and radiance. Here’s a curated guide to the best spring skincare and By Natalia Nova • 6 min read
thenautilusmaldives.com Luxury Guides Most Exclusive Maldives Resorts 2025: Ultimate Luxury Islands Guide In a world where luxury has become almost commonplace, these Maldivian retreats remind us what true indulgence means. Whether you're seeking a wellness epiphany, astronomical revelations, or simply the perfect Instagram backdrop, these islands offer experiences that make regular five-star hotels feel positively pedestrian. Just remember, darlings - By Natalia Nova • 9 min read
sanahotels.com Experiences Portugal's Coastal Poetry: An Editor's Journey Through EPIC SANA Algarve There's a particular moment when you realize you've discovered something extraordinary - when luxury transcends its material confines and becomes an experience that speaks to the soul. For me, this revelation came during a golden Portuguese sunset, as I stood on the private balcony of my By Natalia Nova • 4 min read
© MONTE-CARLO Société des Bains de Mer Luxury Guides The Christmas and New Year's Glamour Guide to Monte-Carlo 2024-25 Where Angels Trade Their Wings for Cocktail Rings Darlings, let's be honest: Anyone can string fairy lights across a balcony and call it Christmas. But in Monte-Carlo, where even the pigeons wear Cartier (metaphorically speaking, of course), the holiday season transcends mere celebration – it's a masterclass By Natalia Nova • 4 min read
photography by Brandon Barré Interiors AB Concept designs Chinese restaurant Song and the Lobby Lounge featuring All-Day Dining at the new Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at Hangzhou Centre AB Concept is an international interior design and architecture studio founded in 1999 by Ed Ng and Terence Ngan. The studio's unique design approach draws similarities to how a chef develops a recipe, exploring local culture and experimenting with tastes and skills. This approach results in bespoke experiences By Natalia Nova • 2 min read
Design Trends Karim Rashid about inspiration, Awards and Energy “I love lecturing and connecting with an audience. It has been my mission to make design a public subject.” - Karim Rashid Visionary and prolific, Karim Rashid is one of the most unique voices in design today. Eschewing style in favour of designing in the modus of our time, Karim& By Natalia Nova • 7 min read
benjaminmoore.com Interiors A Wave of Blue: 2024’s Leading Color in Fashion and Interiors In 2024, blue reigns supreme in fashion and interior design. This timeless hue evokes tranquility and sophistication, effortlessly blending with both contemporary and classic aesthetics to create serene, stylish spaces. Many leading interior brands have embraced the blue trend, offering products in various shades that enhance wellness, with top recommendations By Natalia Nova • 2 min read
