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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

This new column takes you to special places and explores the latest developments in the world of travel. It covers new luxury concepts in Vienna, exceptional flight experiences, inspiring mountain retreats, and a brief look at global trends. Concise, diverse, and with a personal touch, it highlights what’s currently shaping the industry.

Summer Dreaming: These are the places we're dreaming of right now!

It feels like winter will never end, the days are short, and the longing for sunshine grows with every glance out the window. That makes the need for a ray of hope all the greater—and for inspiration for trips that will finally become a reality in a few months. We’ll show you the most beautiful hotels along the Mediterranean—perfect for your summer vacation.

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

This new column takes you to special places and explores the latest developments in the world of travel. It covers new luxury concepts in Vienna, exceptional...

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Voting for the BEST HOTELS in SOUTH TYROL 2026 is open!

South Tyrol is a region of pleasure, a vacation magnet and a creative laboratory for new and impressive hotel experiences - a total work of art between today...

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Paul Gauguin: The Grand Dame of the South Seas

The Paul Gauguin has been the most charming companion in the Pacific since ships first set sail—thanks to a sophisticated onboard concept and Les Gauguines. ...

Easy Living in Santa Monica

Santa Monica is young, lively, and carefree. A long weekend on the outskirts of Los Angeles is the perfect way to get into the California spirit.

Friends of the Caribbean

New impetus for the Caribbean: current tourism campaigns

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Splish Splash for a good cause

Swimming, snorkeling and diving with Impact

Montpelier Nevis Debuts Newly Designed Guest Rooms

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Destinations

AlUla!

There are only a few white spots left on the map that make us marvel, and AlUla - a region in the northwest of Saudi Arabia - is undoubtedly one of these...

Texas

The Texas metropolis of San Antonio fascinates adventurers and luxury aficionados alike. Cowboys, barbecue and the western feeling can be found here as well as...

Sardinia

Luxury resorts and casual beach clubs, magnificent cities and deserted mountain regions, pizza on the go or star-studded cuisine: Sardinia has it all. No...

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