Travel and restaurants
Want to know why São Paulo is so vibrant and ambitious? Here are 10 observations
There has been a Monocle tour of South and Central America over the past 12 days that has seen two colleagues and I journey from Montevideo in Uruguay to Guatemala City, where we are…
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Not your average joe: 25 of the world’s best coffee shops, run by next-generation owners
The love of coffee traverses borders. Here are some of our favourite spots, run by people who deliver great brews, good design and a sense of community.
Travel across L’Empordà, Spain – a coastline of storied hotels, seafront tables and surrealist heritage
Nestled between the Pyrenees and the Med, the Catalan region pioneered high-end Spanish tourism in the 1930s – and its classic sense of glamour remains undimmed.
Japan’s resort industry hits new heights at Nagano’s Karuizawa T-Site
The collaborative project between books giant Tsutaya and Mitsubishi Estate in the mountain resort of Karuizawa offers a template for rethinking premium rural retail and hospitality.
Rooms with a pulse: Bus Palladium, Paris’s historic night club-turned-boutique stay
The Studio KO-designed hotel’s past life as a concert hall in Paris nightlife district Pigalle has played a central role in its transformation into a music-lover’s hotel.
Five of this summer’s best retail and hospitality concepts, from the UK to Italy and beyond
Museum dining has been given a welcome revamp at London’s V&A East, while ‘romantic’ British fare is being imported to Mexico city.
Be our guest: Spend a day at the Rosewood, Hong Kong
Take a peek behind the scenes at Hong Kong’s Rosewood Hotel, where immaculately turned-out staff work to ensure smooth service 24 hours a day – and where the concierge knows a trick or two.
Want to know Thailand? Get behind the wheel
Thailand is more than just sun, sand and sea. To understand the country beyond its beaches, you need to hit the road. Luckily, the brand-new ‘Thailand: The Monocle Handbook’ can give you a steer.
Seven of the most beautiful hotels in Thailand right now
Whether you’re looking for a sophisticated Bangkok bolthole offering an all-amenities experience, a sizeable sanctuary by the beach or a retreat in the mountains, there’s a room, suite or villa that’ll suit your needs.
Terreno Barrio is Palma’s newest design hotel, with community engagement central to its strategy
Brought to life by Palma-based architects Ohlab, Terreno Barrio is bringing back welcome attention to a neighbourhood on the rise, from both visitors and local residents.
Thailand: The Monocle Handbook
The sixth instalment in our Handbook series is a practical and inspirational guide to this beloved corner of Southeast Asia. Order your copy today and start dreaming up your sunny getaway.
