Stay: Villa d’Este (Italy)
The Luxologist
by The Luxologist
11M ago
LUXOLOGIST LURE: What makes Villa d’Este one of the world’s most romantic escapes? On the surface, one may attribute it to the 25 acres of private gardens on languid Lake Como. Or to the palatial architecture and art spread over a mosaic-studded nymphaeum (a national monument in Italy), Renaissance-styled suites and floor-to-ceiling paintings that adorn the interior. Or even to the reputation that has spread far and wide over the last 150 years that the establishment has been operating as a hotel. But those who stay at Villa d’Este know that there is something more unique here than all the fea ..read more
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Stay: Villa d’Este (Italy)
The Luxologist
by The Luxologist
1y ago
LUXOLOGIST LURE: What makes Villa d’Este one of the world’s most romantic escapes? On the surface, one may attribute it to the 25 acres of private gardens on languid Lake Como. Or to the palatial architecture and art spread over a mosaic-studded nymphaeum (a national monument in Italy), Renaissance-styled suites and floor-to-ceiling paintings that adorn the interior. Or even to the reputation that has spread far and wide over the last 150 years that the establishment has been operating as a hotel. But those who stay at Villa d’Este know that there is something more unique here than all the fea ..read more
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Stay: Villa d’Este (Italy)
The Luxologist
by The Luxologist
2y ago
LUXOLOGIST LURE: What makes Villa d’Este one of the world’s most romantic escapes? On the surface, one may attribute it to the 25 acres of private gardens on languid Lake Como. Or to the palatial architecture and art spread over a mosaic-studded nymphaeum (a national monument in Italy), Renaissance-styled suites and floor-to-ceiling paintings that adorn the interior. Or even to the reputation that has spread far and wide over the last 150 years that the establishment has been operating as a hotel. But those who stay at Villa d’Este know that there is something more unique here than all the fea ..read more
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News: The wine world has evolved thanks to Atomos
The Luxologist
by The Luxologist
2y ago
Some experts have claimed that winemaking has gone as far back as 8,000 BC and since then there have been countless evolutions. So to say that in 2020 the wine world took a leap forward is quite a claim. Nevertheless, it is an accurate claim as the Italian brand Atomos have opened their doors this year with their first wines, which are also considered to be the first wines in the world to be manually de-stemmed. What does manually de-stemming mean? While traditionally wine was made from the whole bunch of grapes, and in some cases still is, de-stemming machines have made it possible to separat ..read more
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Stay: Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina (Switzerland)
The Luxologist
by The Luxologist
2y ago
LUXOLOGIST LURE: Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina is the only 5-star superior hotel in picturesque Pontresina, which has been one of Switzerland’s most sought after private alpine and health retreat destinations for over a century. In fact, the hotel has been welcoming guests since 1848 and while the interiors have been modernised (partly thanks to star designer Pierre-Yves Rochon) it retains its renowned neo-baroque architecture. A visit to this hotel is akin to returning to the romantic period of a forgotten era – where a palatial residence rests in an idyllic mountain backdrop, a dedicated ..read more
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Stay: Casa Bellavista Isola (Switzerland)
The Luxologist
by The Luxologist
2y ago
LUXOLOGIST LURE: Casa Bellavista is the ultimate destination for adventurous couples or families seeking a comfortable and charming private escape to one of the most exquisite natural mountain communities in the world. The location itself is truly unique – a small operational farming hamlet called Isola in Switzerland’s St. Moritz area, aptly named as during the summer the green pastoral field in this idyllic corner of Lake Sils protrudes into the turquoise-emerald water, giving the impression of an island. Shining like a jewel from the sun’s reflection on oversized panoramic windows sits Casa ..read more
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Stay: Matterhorn FOCUS (Switzerland)
The Luxologist
by The Luxologist
2y ago
LUXOLOGIST LURE: Matterhorn FOCUS is a design hotel with arguably the best view of the Matterhorn as it is perched at the top of a rise in the closest point to Zermatt Valley. It is private, spacious and guests can enjoy unique design features from the local architect and designer Heinz Julen, whose creative flair has been recognized widely. This is a destination where guests immerse themselves in the highlights of Switzerland from the comfort of a standout design hotel. GUEST EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS: § Unrivalled location: The Matterhorn is the most iconic sight in Switzerland and the suites at ..read more
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Stay: Villa d’Este (Italy)
The Luxologist
by The Luxologist
2y ago
LUXOLOGIST LURE: What makes Villa d’Este one of the world’s most romantic escapes? On the surface, one may attribute it to the 25 acres of private gardens on languid Lake Como. Or to the palatial architecture and art spread over a mosaic-studded nymphaeum (a national monument in Italy), Renaissance-styled suites and floor-to-ceiling paintings that adorn the interior. Or even to the reputation that has spread far and wide over the last 150 years that the establishment has been operating as a hotel. But those who stay at Villa d’Este know that there is something more unique here than all the fea ..read more
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Stay: Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina (Switzerland)
The Luxologist
by The Luxologist
3y ago
LUXOLOGIST LURE: Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina is the only 5-star superior hotel in picturesque Pontresina, which has been one of Switzerland’s most sought after private alpine and health retreat destinations for over a century. In fact, the hotel has been welcoming guests since 1848 and while the interiors have been modernised (partly thanks to star designer Pierre-Yves Rochon) it retains its renowned neo-baroque architecture. A visit to this hotel is akin to returning to the romantic period of a forgotten era – where a palatial residence rests in an idyllic mountain backdrop, a dedicated ..read more
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News: The wine world has evolved thanks to Atomos
The Luxologist
by The Luxologist
3y ago
Some experts have claimed that winemaking has gone as far back as 8,000 BC and since then there have been countless evolutions. So to say that in 2020 the wine world took a leap forward is quite a claim. Nevertheless, it is an accurate claim as the Italian brand Atomos have opened their doors this year with their first wines, which are also considered to be the first wines in the world to be manually de-stemmed. What does manually de-stemming mean? While traditionally wine was made from the whole bunch of grapes, and in some cases still is, de-stemming machines have made it possible to separat ..read more
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