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La Pedrera
La Pedrera’s charm is in its simplicity. Its low-rise architecture, unspoiled beaches and vibrant artistic community are luring foreigners seeking a haven beyond the bright lights of Punta del Este.
Greek revival
Athens is at the forefront of a national drive to refresh Greek cuisine. We take a tour with one of its pioneers.
Welcome to Americano
This spring sees the launch of Hôtel Americano in New York, the first overseas opening from Mexican hotel brand Grupo Habita, which hopes its focus on Latin flair will give it an edge.
Island hopper
The North Atlantic French overseas territory may have only a few thousand inhabitants but it can count on regular flights to Canada thanks to local air carrier Air Saint-Pierre.
Food
Cambodian pepper, the liveliest flavours from Istanbul and an interview with Marché brand strategist Kundo Koyama.
Ski to the sea
Where can you enjoy such off-piste activities as deep-sea fishing and viewing the Northern Lights? The Lyngen Alps, home of Lyngen Lodge, provide a spectacular setting to a unique skiing experience.
Esquilino
Hidden in the heart of the city, Rome’s most multicultural neighbourhood is attracting creatives to its vibrant and intrigue-laden streets.
Hot Potts
Fratelli Fresh’s Barry McDonald, a long-serving supplier to Sydney’s finest restaurants, gives Monocle a tour of Potts Point, a food-obsessed inner city neighbourhood of the Australian city.
Expo 40: Iran comes out to play
The former shah’s haven of hedonism, the island of Kish is being rediscovered as a place where the Islamic Republic can let its hair down (well, almost) and attract tourists.
Hit the deck
On the north side of Bodrum lies the Maçakizi hotel, nestled in the hills. Founded in 1977 for artists and intellectuals, it’s the perfect spot to get that first bit of spring sun.
