View by country
View by genre
The Blue Pages are curated by The Aficionados, our travel & lifestyle inspired journal full of insightful blog posts from the realms of hotels, architecture, design, artisans, culture and products all highlighting our taste of the good life made simple.
We touch on culture, design, creativity, foodie pit-stops, neighborhood aficionados, where to feel healed in fabulous spas and wellness escapes, where to get all romantic, where to meet and do business in your sort of place or where best to ski - this is the journal of tales, adventures and tips - everything we simply love.
Love architecture and interior design? - then read on. Like to find interesting products, gifts and hand crafted keepsakes?, this is for you and if you, like us, just like to find our about nice things that made us smile, then explore our journal pages.
Inspiration, fun and insider travel tips from The Aficionados.
New York Botanical Garden, or the NYBG as it’s affectionately known, is a whopping 250 acres, landscaped with one million living plants, and located in the Bronx.
read more
Escape to Tinos – the Greek island of over 60 Cycladic villages, art, culture, great natural food, pristine beaches and enough churches (1500+) to feel totally blessed – and slip into a new way of living, the Tinos way. We have picked our den on Tinos – a luxe residence of eight eco-chic villas set into the hillside just a few kilometers from the old town and port.
read more
Norwegian-based architectural firm, Jensen & Skodvin Architects are well known for their striking, often extraordinary designs, some of which are found in wild and remote areas; others camouflaged in urban hubs, with their engaging use of tectonic architecture.
read more
Wellness and the Alps have always been inextricably linked due to the abundance of fresh mountain air, crystal clear water and the proximity of nose-tingling pine forests.
read more
Peruse your ultimate ski holiday edit for a truly design-led breakdown of top winter destinations in the Alps (and what to wear while there, too).
read more
When water turns to ice – Poland’s tale of white, wintery nature and misty lakeside horizons that beckon you to ice skate, pirouette, paraglide, play hockey, ice curl and even ice-ski towed by a tractor… before winter-bathing on the jetty with snowy shores piled all around you, the warm glow of boutique art den Galery69 behind.
read more
Norway’s Husky-sledding hotspot in Jotunheimen National Park is the perfect winter adventure across the ice packed snows of nature pure, here's why.
read more
For so long Poland’s fairy-tale expanse of dense woodland and its treasure trove of interconnected lakes upon lakes upon lakes was kept secret from many eyes. But now, the flight path to Poland’s quietly hidden Lake District, Warmia Mazury, has opened up and more eyes are beginning to look upon the wonder that is up to 2,000 lakes, surrounded by dense, verdant green forest.
read more
A wedding on Tinos? As one of the best-kept secrets of the Cyclades, the tiny Greek island of Tinos is a breath-taking spectacle of natural vistas visited by a truly authentic, Greek lifestyle - away from the hustle and bustle of more tourist-driven perches it is the ideal romantic spot for a party, and what better kind of party is there than a wedding?
read more
Maybe, like us, you had no clue that Sweden has a thriving surf culture, but I’ll bet you that, considering the Swedes’ reputation for relaxed perfection, it’s totally awesome!
Monocle, the global affairs and lifestyle magazine founded by Tyler Brûlé, highlights South Tyrol in the Italian Alps for it's Travel Top 50 Awards - see where.
read more
Whether you’re a seasoned visitor or planning on your first trip, the charming town of Brig in Switzerland is sure to surprise. Located close to the Swiss-Italian border, in the sunny Upper Valais, Brig is an accessible gateway to the Alps, ski resorts and mountains, even more, Brig is a magnet for thrill-seekers and those with a passion for culture and history.
read more