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“Roots & Waves” in the Indian Ocean

From May 10 to 15, 2026, the Nova Maldives will serve as the setting for an extraordinary culinary experience: Sebastian Frank, a top chef and owner of the two-Michelin-starred Berlin restaurant Horváth, will present his distinctive cuisine during an exclusive guest appearance.

Ladies First: Gourmet trip Bangkok

Bangkok has become a gourmet hotspot. 39 Michelin stars shine above the metropolis and six locations are on the list of "The World's 50 Best Restaurants". More than anywhere else, it is female chefs who wield the sceptre in the kitchen. CC author Kiki Baron took a look into their pots.

Mr. & Ms. Connoisseur: The Latest from the World of Luxury Travel

At ITB Berlin, we met the key players in the luxury tourism industry. The Maldives surprised us with a new ultra-luxury resort. A pub festival in the Salzkammergut region literally makes people happy. And the most unusual travel book of the year comes from Lucerne.

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Mr. & Ms. Connoisseur: News from the world of luxury travel

At ITB Berlin, we met the key players in luxury tourism. The Maldives surprised us with a new ultra-luxury resort. An inn festival in the Salzkammergut is...

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Hong Kong: where nature and cuisine form a perfect symbiosis

Between islands, hiking trails and world-class restaurants, the Asian metropolis shows its surprisingly green and enjoyable side

The Royal Portfolio: Her Majesty requests your presence

Some of the most luxurious and individual lodges and boutique hotels in South Africa operate under the name "The Royal Portfolio". "The perfect stay" for every...

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New impetus for the Caribbean: current tourism campaigns

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Destinations

Mauritius

Mauritius not only shines with breathtaking beauty. The multicultural country in the Indian Ocean also offers unique cultural and culinary diversity. Mauritius...

Jamaica An island for romantics

Jamaica is not only a place for a romantic vacation, but also an enchanting destination to say "I do". The Caribbean island is known for its breathtaking...

Dresden!

250 years of Caspar David Friedrich: Where better to celebrate the anniversary year of the famous painter than in his favorite city of Dresden? And you can...

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