Mary Holland
Back to life
Mexico’s architecture and Marrakech’s hotspots offer travelers restorative hospitality.
On the up
From a forward-looking emirate to coastal enclaves in Mexico and Morocco, these cities are emerging from the pandemic having made bold improvements and attracted new residents.
Movin’ on up
The Mexican capital’s irrepressible dance scene is being further fired by a new wave of diverse openings.
Pastures new
Celebrated chefs throw open their doors in Porto and Tokyo, a hi-fi bar turns things up in Zürich, and a New York restaurateur wins big with a riviera feel.
River beds
Our travel round-up begins with a theatrical Paris hotel beside the Seine. Over the page, we immerse ourselves in Bath, visit a homely Mexican mansion and sample Japanese hospitality in Hokkaido.
Field days
For the Dutch couple who run Sterrekopje among the valleys and fields near Stellenbosch in South Africa, operating a hotel encouraging guests to interact with its staff is as natural as the bucolic surroundings.
Urbanism
A new design school in South Africa and trainers designed for the London Underground.
Is the future electric?
Despite booming sales, electric vehicles face mounting challenges from infrastructure gaps to mining concerns, raising questions about whether mass adoption can truly deliver on climate promises.
Southern comfort
For decades, Charleston has been known for its booming food scene and historic, mansion-lined downtown. But it’s only recently that the South Carolina city has received a fresh wave of spruced-up new hotel openings…
