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The Golden Yomeimon Gate at Toshogu Shrine in Nikko, Japan. Photo: Shutterstock
Asia travel

Spacia X offers a more luxurious ride to Japan’s history-laden Nikko

Home to some of the most impressive and storied shrines in Japan, many parts of Nikko remain off the beaten path, offering a unique experience to visitors.

Editor's Letter

This week in PostMag: Girls with Guns and the peak of Japanese luxury

Asia travel

Hong Kong sisters’ luxury Indonesian resort is a cathedral to calmness

Luxury Hotels

The rise of independent female hoteliers – and their luxurious properties

Female hoteliers are redefining hospitality with personal touches; Rosewood’s Sonia Cheng and Pellicano Group’s Marie-Louise Scio are creating fresh concepts to cater to shifting tastes.

Villa Suite Bellini in Lake Como’s Passalacqua, rated one of the best hotels in the world and an example of an independent hotel founded and shaped by women. Photo: Handout
Jeff Bezos

Meet the planners behind Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s Venice wedding

Founded by Italian aristocrats, the events and travel company describes itself as ‘responsible for masterminding the world’s most exclusive, private and spectacular parties’.

Luxury Hotels

Review | Why the Kardashians and Trumps love Amangiri, Utah’s exclusive desert oasis

If you can get a reservation, Amangiri is the celeb-favoured resort where Utah’s landscape forms a jaw-dropping background to minimalist design and experiences that honour local culture.

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Tourism

How Rwanda went from war zone to world leader in luxury ecotourism

Recent stability and smart conservation policies have helped Rwanda emerge as a high-end safari hub in East Africa, where primates thrive.

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Mountain gorillas are seen in Rwanda’s Wilderness Bisate Reserve. A vital component of Rwanda’s responsible tourism and conservation strategy came in 2017, when the price of gorilla trekking permits was doubled to US$1,500. Photo: Wilderness Bisate Reserve
Tourism

Venerable Venice hotel where Angelina Jolie stayed unveils makeover

Led by architect Peter Marino, renovation of the Hotel Cipriani in Venice has seen 13 rooms redesigned and the lobby ceiling height doubled.

Luxury brands

3 ultimate travel organisers: space-saving packing cubes

Go for gold with Tumi’s anniversary model, plump for pink with Rimowa or go for Hindmarch’s classic and practical black with gold detailing.

Luxury Hotels

China’s bankers ditch global hotel chains as travel budgets bite

Chinese banks scale back travel perks, bar staff from flying business class and booking pricey hotels.

Beijing’s financial district. Photo: Reuters
Luxury brands

4 designer beach towels to help you make a splash by the pool this summer

Boss the beach with these luxurious towels that were just made for showing off.

Turn heads by the pool this summer with a stylish designer beach towel. Photo: Dioriviera 2025 collection
Luxury Hotels

Review | Why Palace Hotel Tokyo is still the ultimate in traditional Japanese hospitality

The independent property in Marunouchi truly embodies the Japanese concept of omotenashi, and boasts 10 drinking and dining venues – including a collaboration with Alain Ducasse.

Travel news and advice

4 travel tips on where to stay, drink and shop for a stylish summer

Paris’ Buly Saintonge boutique is the only branch of the apothecary with a built-in spa room, while luxury footwear brand Aquazzura has turned to 18th century illustrations as inspo for its new bar.

Fiji

Review | Looking for a luxury eco-resort in Fiji? Try Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort

Where better to celebrate World Oceans Day than at this luxury Fijian resort, where Scuba inventor Jacques Cousteau’s son works with its owners through his Ocean Futures Society.

Known for its sustainable tourism, Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort draws eco-conscious travellers who are looking for a luxurious stay that’s filled with cultural and educational programmes. Photo: Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort
Wellness

In Koh Samui, Kamalaya’s new Cognitive Wellness Program offers a brain reset

The much-lauded temple of wellness is paving new ground with a special programme designed to reset cognitive patterns by sharpening focus, clearing fog and encouraging the release of mental fatigue.

Kamalaya, on Thailand’s Koh Samui, is a well-known destination for wellness. Photo: Handout
History

Then & Now | When Indonesia was the Hongkonger’s summer destination of choice

Where did well-heeled Hongkongers escape the summer heat in the years preceding mass tourism?

Icons and Influencers

Meet Skyelar Chase, the Columbia University student taking #RichTok by storm

Joining the ranks of ‘Crazy Rich Asian’ influencers Becca Bloom, Mei Leung and Chloe L., Chase has also been likened to the large-living characters of the cult TV drama Gossip Girl.

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Architecture and design

When the Lady of the manor returned to her English country home

A London-born former Hongkonger on moving back into her family’s 15th century estate in southwest England.

Ebrington Manor has been in the Fortescue family for most of its long history. Photo: Nick Church Photography
Italy

Visiting Venice for the biennale? Here’s how to avoid the tourist traps

From dazzling displays of design, art and architecture, to the best cicchetti spots and a characterful boutique hotel with Venetian Lagoon views, this is how to do the Biennale in style.

Icons and Influencers

Q&A | Celebrity stylist Olivia Buckingham shares her favourite London haunts

She recommends Skin Design London and the Montrose Clinic for wellness, walks her dog Dolly on Hampstead Heath, and rates the sticky toffee pudding at The Fat Badger.

Icons and Influencers

Style according to … Tumi creative director Victor Sanz

The industrial designer and Old Bay devotee is a fan of Alexander McQueen, New York’s MoMA and contemporary artist Kaws; he likes to stay at Madrid’s Four Seasons and Hong Kong’s The Upper House.

Tumi’s creative director Victor Sanz shares his favourite hotels in London and Madrid, and must-visit spots in New York. Photo: Handout
Tourism

Where to stay while visiting Milan’s Chinatown

Via Paolo Sarpi in Milan’s Quartiere Cinese has become a distinct cultural and culinary melting pot – and here are our best 3 hotel picks within easy reach.

Milan’s bustling Chinatown is another side of Europe’s capital of chic. Photo: AFP
Tourism

Should adults-only hotels and restaurants where kids are banned be allowed?

France is considering making ‘no kids’ hospitality venues illegal as a top official warns that such places are dividing French society.

Luxury Hotels

4 luxurious honeymoon hotels that promise unparalleled romance

Whether you desire the jungles of Thailand, Vietnam’s newest seaside wonder Phu Quoc, Lake Como’s classic romance or enduring French charm, these destinations promise an unforgettable honeymoon.

Tourism

Cruise trends for 2025, from private islands to super luxury trips

Companies including Royal Caribbean, MSC Cruises and Carnival Cruise Line are placing big bets on where they think the industry is heading.

Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas cruise ship docks at Labadee, the company’s private resort on Haiti, to which it recently suspended travel due to civil unrest. Photo: TNS
Style Edit

Style Edit: Regent Hong Kong’s Signature Suites are the epitome of luxury living

Perched alongside Victoria Harbour, the stunning hotel offers guests unequalled access to the best the city has to offer and unparalleled views of the Hong Kong Island cityscape.

Regent Hong Kong’s Terrace Suite offers guests a perfect view of Hong Kong’s iconic skyline. Photo: Handout
Fashion

Style shoot: Fendi’s light, loose-fitting looks herald the coming of summer

Fendi’s sensuous summer collection features flowing outfits with coral and seashell motifs, intricate embroideries and striking statement prints that will bring a cool outlook to the hottest days.

Luxury Hotels

Review | Pan Pacific Orchard is a Singapore landmark and luxury eco-paradise

With 343 rooms and suites, multiple dining establishments, bar and verdant outdoor lounges based on the city’s microclimates, Pan Pacific Orchard is a feast for the senses.

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