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“There’s so much to do. God gives you life. You should use it”

Adrian Zecha — Founder of Aman Resorts / Azerai / Regent International Hotels / GHM Hotels / Azotels

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The Bistros of Helsinki
The Bistros of Helsinki

I'm not entirely sure why I chose Helsinki. I had a little time off from work and could only squeeze in a week in Europe, it was towards the end of shoulder season and to take the break, I wanted an easy flight connection that wouldn't eat too much into my time.

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The Double Act
The Double Act

One of the best things about staying in a luxury hotel is experiencing the in-house restaurant, of which there may be several…

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The C Word
The C Word

Have you noticed the prevalence of particular words entering the zeitgeist this past year?

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Back to the Pearl
Back to the Pearl

It was a long time ago that Hong Kong was known as “The Pearl of the Orient”. Now, it is referred to as the rather unglamorous “Asia’s World City”.

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Behind the scenes peeks at interesting new hotels that have truly taken my fancy

“Some years ago the angels brought me a wonderful gift – a friendship with Stephen Robinson, a fellow traveller and lover of fine food and wine, exotic places and adventure.”

Maeve O’Meara
Presenter SBS Food Safari / Director Gourmet Safaris / Author & Traveller

Those super chefs @casonisydney love to experiment and we are all the better for it. Upon discovery of this weeks super special, nothing would keep me away. Even thinking up this dish astounds me. Here we have Prosciutto & Stracchino filled Pacch
This year marks twenty years I have lived in Sydney’s Surry Hills. In that time, I’ve seen much change, but the village atmosphere and eclectic mix of residents and businesses remains. When The Provider Store moved in several years back,
One of the things the @aman group does so well is blend into the environment. I’m busting to head back to Japan when I can to experience Aman Kyoto, as it’s one of the most beautiful new builds I’ve seen, tucked into the forests nea
In Japan you can still find many traditional shops unchanged since the early part of the 20th Century. Many are glorious examples, this one especially so. Selling preserved foods in this location since 1838, the Tenyasu Tsukadani shop on Tsukuda Isla
If there was ever a time to dive into nature, it is now, whilst the world is clean and clear. This is a prime example - bright sunshine, the whitest, softest sand, the bluest of skies and crystal clear aquamarine waters. My country gives us a beach u
What a winner @dearsainteeloise is. The cosy, attractive spot in Lankelly Place in Sydney’s Potts Point is everything you want a neighbourhood wine bar to be. A tight, delicious menu encompassing tapas style plates, pastas and more substantial

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