Experience the essence of the modern Vietnamese lifestyle at the newly renovated Park Hyatt Saigon, a five-star hotel situated in Ho Chi Minh City center, just a few steps from Saigon’s main tourist attractions and business district. With 245 rooms and suites, the hotel plays host to world-class restaurants and bars, including Opera for […]
A unique musical heritage and cuisine, together with an ancient coffee culture and thriving arts and crafts scene, ensure that the Ethiopian lifestyle has much to offer curious visitors. Plus it’s actually one of the most surprisingly green countries in Africa. This may be just the place for you especially if you’ve visited […]
1. Margarita de Miel, Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa, New Mexico. This traditional margarita gets an upgrade, courtesy of the resort’s 80 000-strong bee colony. 2. Venetian Spritz, Baglioni Hotel Luna, Venice. This classic Italian aperitif preps you for la bella vita. 3. Sunrise, Mandarin Oriental, New York. Here, welcome cocktails are designed according […]
High on a lot of Canadians’ bucket lists, Vietnam is admittedly far from Canada – but far above your expectations. An amazing destination for culture, climate, food, history and shopping, it’s a tropical paradise tucked into Southeast Asia. And don’t forget value! Dining is exceptionally affordable, with a large bowl of the country’s signature […]
Belmond Villa San Michele is nestled on a hilltop amid lush trees and terraced gardens, enjoying unparalleled vistas of Florence, stretched out before it in all its classic splendour. Dating from the 15th century, the Villa’s facade is attributed to Michelangelo. Step inside and you experience the ethereal beauty and solitude of a Renaissance […]
1) Ask for permission when photographing locals close up Even if you don’t speak the language it is easy to ask permission to take a photograph – just point at your camera and then gesture politely towards your prospective subject! If they say ‘no’ then smile, thank them anyway, and move on. If they […]