Travel and restaurants
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Laurent Kleitman on the future of luxury hospitality, Mandarin Oriental’s growth and ‘The White Lotus’ effect
The CEO of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group explains how the brand drives growth through heritage properties, innovative experiences and strategic pop-culture partnerships, positioning the company for long-term expansion.
Bangkok’s newest local-approved restaurants to add to your itinerary
The Thai capital’s dining scene is an ever-evolving landscape. We round up four of the city’s most compelling recent openings that blend rich local tradition with international flair.
Escape the gondolas with eight easy day trips from Venice
Trade the Venice heat and bustle for escapes into the Veneto: Habsburg cafés, vineyard lunches, quiet canals, beach clubs and avant-garde art, all within easy reach.
Always Joy: A new Hong Kong restaurant built to last in a city of flux
The tastemakers behind celebrated Japanese restaurants Ronin and Yardbird – Lindsay Jang and Matt Abergel – are building on past successes with their newest gastronomic venture.
Late summer sun? Stunning new luxury escapes in the French Riviera and Milan
We explore our favourite new Milanese bolthole, and the addition of new rooms to a classic in Saint-Raphaël on a glittering stretch of the Côte d’Azur.
How locals saved and reinvented a modernist Junzo Sakakura building
A modernist icon was saved from demolition by the local community and given a second chance. It’s now a cultural complex with a striking 19-key hotel. Shall we show you around?
How a remote Swedish vineyard became a must-visit winery, hotel and spa
When a family planted an organic vineyard in rural Sweden, it seemed like an eccentric choice. Here’s how they grew the seeds of an idea into the irresistible proposition of Ästad Vingård.
The Monocle Concierge: Where to eat, shop and stroll in Kowloon
Our concierge shares the essential stops in Hong Kong’s most electric district. From secret dumplings to design gems, here’s your hit list.
Mykonos reimagined: the hotspots to visit as Greece’s party island matures
Mykonos has long been Greece’s glamorous playground. But behind the whitewashed villas and sunset cocktails, the island is embracing heritage, culture and authenticity. Here’s how to experience the best of its new chapter.
