Three French Island Escapes: A Summer Guide

Three French Island Escapes: A Summer Guide

Beyond the mainland's allure, France offers a collection of island gems, each promising a distinct summer experience. From the Atlantic's windswept tranquility to the Mediterranean's sun-drenched coves, these three islands invite a slower pace of discovery, a genuine connection to local life, and a discerning escape from the everyday. This is our curated compass to their timeless charm.

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

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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Aix-en-Provence: A Provencal Masterpiece

Aix-en-Provence: A Provencal Masterpiece

Nestled in the heart of sun-drenched Provence, Aix-en-Provence is a city where art, elegance, and laid-back charm intertwine effortlessly. Known for its tree-lined boulevards, bubbling fountains, and vibrant markets, Aix invites a slower pace of discovery. In 2025, the city shines brighter than ever, celebrating its most famous son, Paul Cézanne, with a series of events that immerse you in his world.

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The Best Of Puglia: A Culinary Journey

The Best Of Puglia: A Culinary Journey

Puglia. This sun-drenched heel of Italy, where ancient olive groves meet an impossibly blue Adriatic, is a sensory feast. Beyond its stunning landscapes, Puglia offers a culinary journey that’s both deeply rooted in tradition and surprisingly innovative.

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The Sicilian Roadtrip

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

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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A Guide To Merano & Surroundings

A Guide To Merano & Surroundings

In an idyllic setting beneath the majestic Alps, Merano, a scenic South Tyrolean gem, thrives with a mild climate that nurtures vibrant flora even as snow graces the surrounding peaks. This year-round destination combines unparalleled hospitality with a superb culinary scene and access to some of the nation's best wines.

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Lisbon's Plate: A Curated Guide to Authentic Dining

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

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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The Best Sailing Destinations In The Mediterranean

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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A Guide To Menorca

A Guide To Menorca

Wonderfully unspoilt with ancient farmland and verdant hillsides, virgin beaches and pretty towns, Menorca is the hidden jewel of the Balearic Islands. A rich archeological heritage and fierce traditions combine with a slow, calm pace of life that bewitch those that visit — especially in the off season. Here, Kate Lough shares her guide to the magical island.

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An Insider’s Guide To Palma De Mallorca

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

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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How To Spend 48 Hours In Rome

How To Spend 48 Hours In Rome

A weekend in the Eternal City is always a dream, whether it’s a romantic getaway or a solo city break. Our editor Kate Lough shares her ideal 48 hours in Rome with you, from the best place to stay, to the galleries and palazzos not to miss, via her must-book trattorias.

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Meet The Hotelier Behind La Perla In Alta Badia

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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Alpine News From December 31

Alpine News From December 31

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

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Alpine News From December 16

Alpine News From December 16

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

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Where To Go In January 2025

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

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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Where To Go In December 2024

Where To Go In December 2024

The holiday season is approaching, which means Christmas markets are in full swing, ski resorts are opening and there is winter sun to be had in the southern hemisphere. Here, we have curated our favourite destinations for December, from mythical Greek mountain escapes to a healing farm in South Africa.

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5 Of The Most Charming Hotels In Austria’s Bregenzerwald

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

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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Eftihia Stefanidi’s Insider Guide To Athens

Eftihia Stefanidi’s Insider Guide To Athens

The co-creator and creative director of Mona and Shila, Athens’ most exciting hotel openings in recent years, Eftihia is a voice to know in the city’s energetic new creative class. Having lived and travelled all over the world, she has now returned to the city she was born and raised in — and here, she shares her little black book of favourite places to eat, drink, escape and dream.

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10 Of The Best Spa Hotels In The Alps

10 Of The Best Spa Hotels In The Alps

Nothing soothes the soul quite like fresh mountain air and immersion in nature — so it’s no surprise that the Alps abound with wellbeing-boosting hotels which have spectacular spas. From Italy’s Dolomites to the Bregenzerwald in Austria, here are 10 of our favorite spa hotels.

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Where To Go In October

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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The Best Alpine Hotels For Fall

The Best Alpine Hotels For Fall

Fall in the Alps is overlooked, but it is a glorious time to escape to the mountains. Days are still warm and sunny, with perfect conditions for hiking and biking, before the peaks become dusted with snow once again. Mushrooms and chestnuts are there to be foraged, and harvest time hits with wine tastings all around. Cooler evenings call for cozy drinks and dinner — and hunkering down in our edit of the best Alpine hotels for Fall, from the Swiss Alps to Bavaria.

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Where To Go In September 2024

Where To Go In September 2024

The month when summer starts to slowly transform into autumn, September is an idyllic month. The crowds thin out, kids go back to school and there are end of the season delights to be found in the Mediterranean, as well as delicious weekend breaks from New York to the undiscovered French Atlantic coast. Here are a few of our favorite places to bookmark for September:

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An Insider’s Guide To Antibes

An Insider’s Guide To Antibes

A glamorous bastion of the French Riviera, Antibes is a spirited marriage of rich history, glittering Mediterranean coastline, and Provençal markets. It is also home to one of the Côte d'Azur's most iconic hotels, Belles Rives, which has been run by the Estène-Chauvin family for nearly 100 years. Here, its CEO, Antoine Chauvin-Estène, who grew up at Belles Rives, shares his insider guide to Antibes and the surrounding area.

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The 84 Rooms Guide To Piedmont In Autumn

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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An Insider Guide to Cap Ferret

An Insider Guide to Cap Ferret

Not to be confused with glitzy Cap Ferrat in the south, Kate Lough sings the praises of Cap Ferret near Bordeaux — the low-key beach spot and oyster haven on France’s Atlantic coast.

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A Summer Guide To The Greek Island Of Sifnos

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

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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The Best Restaurants In London

The Best Restaurants In London

The restaurant scene in London is one of the most dynamic in the world, with magnetic openings sitting alongside stalwarts. From Hammersmith to Hackney, the 84 Rooms team handpick their favorites, old and new alike.

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An Insider’s Guide To North Cornwall

An Insider’s Guide To North Cornwall

Having visited the wilder Cornish coast since childhood, Kate Lough is a devotee to this stretch of the UK — especially in the off-season. Here, she shares some of her favorite haunts, from lunch spots to vineyards, swimming spots to walks, that are just as heavenly come.

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Celia Solf’s Insider Guide To Bolzano And South Tyrol

Celia Solf’s Insider Guide To Bolzano And South Tyrol

The creative director and tastemaker moved to Bolzano two years ago after a long stint in Berlin where she helped create Store X at Soho House and the Hotel Chateau Royal. Now a freelance consultant, who counts hotels, designers and international brands among her clients, Solf is enjoying a new pace of life in South Tyrol. Here, she shares her new finds from the best pastries in the city to the spa spots just outside.

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Alpine News From December 27

Alpine News From December 27

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

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London’s Most Wonderful Hotel Restaurants

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

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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Alpine News From December 13

Alpine News From December 13

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

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Anna Barnett’s Insider Guide To London

Anna Barnett’s Insider Guide To London

With a keen eye for travel, interiors and photography, Anna Barnett is a cookbook author, podcaster and writer. Here, the east London native shares her most loved haunts around the capital from delicious delicatessens to hotel bars.

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Yolanda Edwards’ Insider Guide to France’s Médoc

Yolanda Edwards’ Insider Guide to France’s Médoc

Founder of YOLO Journal and creative director, Yolanda Edwards spends part of the year in the unspoilt Médoc, where she and her husband, author and founder of Wm Brown magazine, Matt Hranek, now have two houses. Here, the travel tastemaker shares her favourite spots in the region, from coffee stops and vineyards to brocantes.

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Madelyn Somers’ Guide To Silverlake And Los Feliz

Madelyn Somers’ Guide To Silverlake And Los Feliz

Creative director and founder of Made Some Souvenirs, Madelyn Somers shows us around Los Angeles’ East Side, where she has been living for the past 3 years after a stint in Brooklyn. From vintage stores and natural wine bars to alfresco Mexican restaurants, these are a few of her favourite haunts.

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The Most Stylish Hotel Bars In London

The Most Stylish Hotel Bars In London

From izakaya-inspired spots in Knightsbridge to Art Deco beauties in Mayfair, our editorial director Kate Lough shares her pick of London’s hotel bars where the cocktails are decadent and evenings are full of promise.

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Where To Go In January

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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Where To Go In November

Where To Go In November

As autumn gets fully underway and the mercury starts the drop, it paves the way for cosy breaks in the British countryside, retreats for food and wine lovers in northern Italy and — for the sunshine seekers among us — the start of the winter sun season, whether you feel like heading to Marrakech or Malibu.

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Where To Go In September

Where To Go In September

September is always a dreamy month to take a trip. In the Mediterranean, seas are warm and the high summer crush is over; in the UK, the delights of autumn are creeping in; and city breaks never look lovelier than when temperatures dip and crowds thin out.

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