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The Insider's Venice: Where to Stay, Dine, & Discover
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The Insider's Venice: Where to Stay, Dine, & Discover

Your curated address book for authentic stays, exceptional dining, and hidden cultural gems in La Serenissima.

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How to Spend the Perfect Winter Week at Our Chalets
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How to Spend the Perfect Winter Week at Our Chalets

The true value of a private chalet lies in freedom—freedom from planning, from cooking, and from the daily logistics that distract from the mountains. This winter, we are delighted to offer our Fully Catered service in all 84 Club Chalets, providing the ultimate framework for effortless Alpine life. This season, our three open chalets are Lion Rouge, Saanen, and Glacier.

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If You Had One Dinner in Paris, Eat at This Restaurant
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If You Had One Dinner in Paris, Eat at This Restaurant

To choose one restaurant in Paris is to make a statement about the kind of experience you value. Our choice is not found among the latest trendy tables of the 11th arrondissement, but within the timeless walls of a preserved classic: Auberge Bressane in the 7th arrondissement.

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Six Secret Ski Resorts to Discover This Winter
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Six Secret Ski Resorts to Discover This Winter

The best travel experiences are always found off the well-trodden path. While the biggest resorts attract crowds, a discerning tastemaker knows the true rewards—pristine slopes, local culture, and genuine exclusivity—lie in the smaller, more individual ski areas. This winter, we have curated an edit of six lesser-known resorts that offer high-quality, experiential skiing and are rooted in the local character. Here is our expert insider guide to the Alps’ best-kept secrets, each an easy journey from an 84 Rooms member hotel.

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The Alpine Road Trip: 8 Legendary Passes to Drive Now
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The Alpine Road Trip: 8 Legendary Passes to Drive Now

The Swiss and Italian Alps are bisected by some of the most dramatic and historically significant roads in the world. Far more than just routes from A to B, these mountain passes are the heart of the alpine experience—a true test of driving skill and a visual feast of towering peaks and sweeping valleys. Here is our curated guide to 8 of the most magnificent and iconic passes that every true alpine traveler must experience.

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A Guide to Paris' Marais Neighborhood
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A Guide to Paris' Marais Neighborhood

Welcome to the Marais, a neighborhood that feels like a village within the city. With our new office now open on the quiet Rue Barbette, we are thrilled to share our definitive guide to this historic and vibrant heart of Paris. The Marais is a place of delightful contrasts, where medieval alleys give way to grand aristocratic mansions, and a deep sense of history coexists with a dynamic, modern energy.

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A Guide to Paris' Saint Germain Neighborhood
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A Guide to Paris' Saint Germain Neighborhood

Where to eat, drink, what to see and where to stay on Paris' rive gauche.

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Royals On Ski
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Royals On Ski

Where the Royal Family hits the slopes. The most iconic images from Klosters to Lech.

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The 84 Rooms Guide To Piedmont In Autumn
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The 84 Rooms Guide To Piedmont In Autumn

UNESCO-protected, with rolling countryside and snow-capped mountains on the horizon, Piedmont is Italy’s unsung hero. The region is peppered with fantastic wineries and Michelin-starred restaurants and is rich in truffles. Plus, a new clutch of stylish hotels is making a visit even more compelling — especially in the Fall, when its landscape transforms into a riot of ambers and reds. Here’s where to stay, eat and play.

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The Best Restaurants In Rome
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The Best Restaurants In Rome

From the city center to Trastevere, here’s the 84 Rooms Guide to our favourite restaurants in the Eternal City.

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Inside La Colombe d'Or - The Iconic Riviera Auberge
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Inside La Colombe d'Or - The Iconic Riviera Auberge

An intimate look of the Riviera Auberge 'La Colombe d'Or' in St Paul de Vence.

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Five Villas To Stay In This Summer That Are Right By The Sea
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Five Villas To Stay In This Summer That Are Right By The Sea

As summer unfurls across the Mediterranean, its allure is truly intoxicating – from the dazzling blue sea to the distinct architectural styles that define each coast. For those seeking a truly private and unforgettable escape, nothing compares to a villa retreat right by the water’s edge. We've curated a collection of exceptional villas, each offering a distinct sense of place and unparalleled access to the sea.

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The Sicilian Roadtrip
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The Sicilian Roadtrip

This is your essential blueprint for exploring Sicily, the captivating jewel of the Mediterranean. From navigating its ancient cities to savoring its vibrant culinary scene, discover how to immerse yourself fully in this island’s unique allure. We’ll show you why the shoulder months, with their perfect weather and lighter crowds, are ideal for a deep dive into Sicily’s Baroque towns, legendary food culture, and dramatic landscapes.

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Where To Eat In Provence
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Where To Eat In Provence

Provence. This sun-drenched region, a tapestry of ancient olive groves, lavender fields, and rolling vineyards, is undeniably one of Europe's most compelling culinary landscapes. Here, dining is an art form deeply rooted in local produce and timeless traditions. While it's hard to find a truly disappointing meal, we've curated a selection of our favored tables, each offering a distinct taste of Provence's soulful flavors.

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Lisbon's Plate: A Curated Guide to Authentic Dining
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Lisbon's Plate: A Curated Guide to Authentic Dining

Lisbon’s culinary scene is a vibrant canvas, where centuries of tradition meet a compelling modern energy. The city's kitchens are reimagining Portuguese flavors, drawing from a rich tapestry of influences. From historic taverns to pioneering gastronomic experiences, we’ve curated a guide to the tables that truly capture Lisbon’s spirited palate—each a compelling reason to linger and savor.

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Where To Stay, Eat, And Play In Nantucket: An Island Guide
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Where To Stay, Eat, And Play In Nantucket: An Island Guide

This is your discerning compass to Nantucket, where quintessential New England charm meets a curated island living. It’s an escape to rugged coastlines, endless secret beaches, bookended by captivating doses of history, art, and timeless architecture. For New Yorkers and Bostonians, it’s the perfect antidote to city life, offering Atlantic waves and cooler temperatures that beckon in the summer months.

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10 Hotels In South Tyrol To Bookmark For Summer In The Mountains
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10 Hotels In South Tyrol To Bookmark For Summer In The Mountains

From 11th-century lodges with a private chef to gastronomic hotels and the region’s first eco-hotel, here are ten of our favorite stays in Italy's beautiful northeastern Alps.

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The Best Sailing Destinations In The Mediterranean
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The Best Sailing Destinations In The Mediterranean

Whether your compass points to the serene emerald waters of the Greek Ionian Islands or the vibrant, cliff-hugging towns that paint Italy's iconic Amalfi Coast, sailing the Mediterranean promises an experience unlike any other. It’s a journey steeped in history, beauty, and the inimitable spirit of la dolce vita.

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Three New Stylish Hotel Openings In Italy
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Three New Stylish Hotel Openings In Italy

From Forte dei Marmi to Rome, here are three of the coolest new hotel openings in Italy.

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Where To Go In July 2025
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Where To Go In July 2025

From Alpine summer flings to the undiscovered French Atlantic coast, these are the places we are bookmarking for July.

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An Insider’s Guide To Palma De Mallorca
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An Insider’s Guide To Palma De Mallorca

The Mallorcan capital has a thriving restaurant, bar and coffee scene, a growing international community, and a strong local culture paired with a deep, rich history and magnificent Gothic architecture. This, in addition to palm tree-lined streets, lush parks and an Ocean Drive-esque waterfront, are what enticed jewellery designer Jourdana Davies to become a Palma local a few years ago. Here, she shares her favourite haunts — from food markets to rooftops and everything in between.

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An Insider’s Guide To Serifos
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An Insider’s Guide To Serifos

Kate Lough first fell in love with Serifos in 2017 and has been visiting the wild Cycladic island ever since. From an organic winery with an incredible view to hidden swimming spots, she opens up her little black book of island secrets.

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Where To Go In March 2025
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Where To Go In March 2025

As spring approaches, we share the spots we bookmark for March: from a magpie’s paradise in Jaipur to off-season bliss in the Mallorcan countryside.

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Meet The Hotelier Behind La Perla In Alta Badia
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Meet The Hotelier Behind La Perla In Alta Badia

Tucked away in the ski town of Corvara in Alta Badia and right on the slopes, the iconic La Perla hotel is the epitome of traditional Italian elegance and charm. We sat down with Michil Costa, the patron of this slice of la dolce vita in the mountains.

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Where To Go In January 2025
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Where To Go In January 2025

After the excitement of the holidays, there’s no better time than January to jet off — whether that’s for a dose of winter sun or for a skiing jaunt in the mountains. Here, we share our pick of the best destinations to bookmark to start off the new year in style.

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How To Spend A Winter Weekend In The Cotswolds
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How To Spend A Winter Weekend In The Cotswolds

With its quintessential villages and idyllic honey stone cottages, the Cotswolds make for the ideal weekend getaway, especially in winter with its long walks and cozy pubs. We have curated the perfect itinerary, including the loveliest places to eat, drink, sleep — and get a seriously good massage.

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5 Of The Most Charming Hotels In Austria’s Bregenzerwald
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5 Of The Most Charming Hotels In Austria’s Bregenzerwald

Part of the Vorarlberg region, the Bregenzerwald stretches from Lake Constance to the famed Arlberg mountains and is characterized by soft swathes of forest and scented meadows that come alive in summer, before transforming into Narnia in winter. Here are five of our favorite hotels to bookmark in the area for a fall or winter escape, from historical guest houses to contemporary eco-lodges.

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Where To Go In November 2024
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Where To Go In November 2024

A tricky transitional month that can often feel gloomy in the northern hemisphere, it’s never a bad idea to go away in November. Ahead of the holiday season, it’s the perfect time to get an early injection of winter sun or take a mood-boosting city break. From Marrakech to Turin, here are the destinations to earmark for the month ahead.

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C’est Chic: The Most Stylish Ski Hotels For The New Winter Season
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C’est Chic: The Most Stylish Ski Hotels For The New Winter Season

From a new chalet hotel in the French Alps to iconic grand hotels in the Swiss Alps, we round up the best places to hit the powder as soon as the slopes open.

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Where To Go In October
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Where To Go In October

Fall is one of our favorite times of year, whether it’s for a city break, or an off-season Mediterranean break. From Palermo to Vienna, and Menorca to Somerset, here are the destinations we’re bookmarking this October.

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A Summer Guide To The Greek Island Of Sifnos
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A Summer Guide To The Greek Island Of Sifnos

The most talked about Cycladic island of the past years, elegant Sifnos sets itself apart from its neighbors with its distinctive culture, which has been shaped by its gastronomy, ceramics tradition, and architectural heritage. Add in its handsome villages, connected by ancient hiking paths and crystal-clear swimming coves and you have an idyllic Greek summer stay.

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Inside Johnny Depp’s Compound In The South Of France
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Inside Johnny Depp’s Compound In The South Of France

Nestled amid the gently rolling hills of the Provençal countryside, just 17 miles north of Saint-Tropez, lies an extraordinary retreat: the private sanctuary of actor Johnny Depp. This 37-acre estate centers upon an authentic 19th-century Provençal village, a testament to thoughtful restoration and a unique vision.

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Where To Go In May 2024
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Where To Go In May 2024

From a new wave of Neo-bistros in Paris to London in the full flush of spring, we handpick the best destinations for the blossom-filled month ahead.

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Bruton: Where To Stay, Eat, Drink And Play In The UK’s Most Fashionable Town
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Bruton: Where To Stay, Eat, Drink And Play In The UK’s Most Fashionable Town

Our editorial director Kate Lough shares the spots which make this corner of Somerset ideal for a weekend away.

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10 Mediterranean Destinations For Summer 2024
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10 Mediterranean Destinations For Summer 2024

As we tip into spring, Mediterranean summer is at the forefront of our travel planning. From the always en vogue Balearic Island's to central Italy’s unsung hero, here is our pick of the bunch for 2024.

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The Best City Breaks To Book This Spring
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The Best City Breaks To Book This Spring

As spring ushers in sunnier days and streets in full bloom, we share our little black book of hotels and restaurants across Venice, Rome, and New York City.

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London’s Most Wonderful Hotel Restaurants
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London’s Most Wonderful Hotel Restaurants

Long gone are the days when hotel dining rooms were sad, and sadly empty, affairs. The capital has entered its era of abundance when it comes to beautiful hotel restaurants that are destinations in their own right. By turns decadent, mischievous, and classic, they are gladdened with the genial blur of visitors and Londoners alike. From a Soho newcomer to Mayfair icons, reborn, here are a handful of our favorites.

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Alpine News From December 20
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Alpine News From December 20

Alpine News is our weekly new edition to the 84 Rooms newsletter during the winter season. Our top 6 of the week are hotel openings, product collaborations, recipes, pop-ups, snow reports, and more. Everything you need to know in The Alps is all curated in the 84 Rooms lens.

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Where To Find Winter Sun In 2024
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Where To Find Winter Sun In 2024

We share the places on our radar for a sun-drenched jaunt this winter — from an Indian adventure in Rajasthan to South Africa’s wine country and the sandy islands of the Caribbean.

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The Most Festive Hotels In London For Christmas
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The Most Festive Hotels In London For Christmas

From Mayfair to Notting Hill. Here is our hit list in the capital.

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An Insider’s Guide To The Most Stylish Spots In East London
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An Insider’s Guide To The Most Stylish Spots In East London

Travel writer and editor Kate Lough shares her favorite haunts around her Hackney home, from alfresco lunches in walled gardens to laid-back natural wine bars and vintage stores.

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Why Emilia-Romagna Should Be The Next Destination You Explore in Italy
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Why Emilia-Romagna Should Be The Next Destination You Explore in Italy

Kate Lough sits down with Julia Prestia, who owns and runs the Roncolo 1888 estate alongside her husband, to hear about the untapped magic of her home region, Emilia.

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Where To Go In January
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Where To Go In January

After the excitement of the holidays, there’s no better time than January to jet off — whether that’s for a dose of winter sun or for a skiing jaunt in the mountains. Here, we share our pick of the best destinations to bookmark to start off the new year in style.

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Yolanda Edwards And Matt Hranek’s Insider Guide To Upstate New York
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Yolanda Edwards And Matt Hranek’s Insider Guide To Upstate New York

Kate Lough catches up with travel’s golden couple, Yolanda Edwards and Matt Hranek, to find out how they spend their weekends at WM Brown Farm.

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How To Road Trip Through Cornwall’s Chicest Spots
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How To Road Trip Through Cornwall’s Chicest Spots

Editorial director Kate Lough, who has been visiting this corner of the windswept West Country since childhood, shares her insider guide to best stop-offs.

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Hotel Il Pellicano Marie-Louise Scio’s Insider Guide To Tuscany’s Maremma
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Hotel Il Pellicano Marie-Louise Scio’s Insider Guide To Tuscany’s Maremma

Kate Lough speaks to the ‘Chef de Magic’ behind Hotel Il Pellicano about her favourite spots near Monte Argentario.

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Adrien Gloaguen On Corsica
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Adrien Gloaguen On Corsica

Hot on the heels of his latest opening, Hotel Deux Gares, the hotelier tells us some of his favourite spots on the Isle of Beauty.

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Meet The Hotelier Behind Hotel Schmelzhof In Lech
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Meet The Hotelier Behind Hotel Schmelzhof In Lech

Kate Lough becomes part of the family at this family-run hotel in the Arlberg’s prettiest village

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