Creativity, Community, Design, and Hospitality Meet in The Audo

Behind a beautiful historic façade in the Nordhavn district of the bustling city of Copenhagen, lies The Audo, a multifunctional space combining a boutique hotel residence, restaurant, café, concept store, material library, and work and event space. Uniting work, hospitality, and design it is an oasis meant for interaction, connection, and artistic expression. The goal and philosophy of this unique concept is in the name. Deriving from the Latin phrase “Ab Uno Disce Omnes,” meaning “from on, learn all,” The Audo is based upon “the belief that knowledge-sharing drives creativity, builds healthier communities, and can lead to higher quality work.”

TravelCaroline MeeusenJanuary 1, 2024Stay

Modernist Meets Mediterranean at This Etherial Grecian Property

TravelCaroline MeeusenJuly 22, 2023Stay

Nōstos is the New Sustainable Retreat Reinventing Greek Hospitality

At Nōstos, a sense of home is felt upon arrival. A cozy lounge welcomes you in, bright accommodations provide a kindred home base, and a thoughtful location offers all of Serifos best features at your fingertips. This 17-room heirloom hotel is bringing a fresh face to Greek Hospitality, blending modern musts — breezy rooms, textured comforts, an eco-centric identity — with the history and coastal lifestyle that defines the Cycladic Island’s Serifos. It’s also a love note; from one owner to another. For Harrys and Bianca Spyridakos, every inch of Nōstos is inspired by its original owner, Harrys’ grandfather.

TravelErica NicholsJune 2, 2023Stay, Interview

Jaime Hayon Creates an Unconventional World of Design at Hotel Barceló Torre De Madrid

These days, when you travel, where you stay is just as important as where you explore. Accommodations meant solely for dropping off your bags and grabbing a few hours of rest are no longer the status quo. Now, hotels are an experience all their own. A place to drop your bags and rest, sure, but also one to spend as much time exploring as the city itself. A place with just as impressive sights and luxurious details as the city it resides in. A place a lot like Hotel Barceló Torre De Madrid. Housed in the beloved Torre Madrid, an icon of the city since its construction in 1957, this unconventional stay blends together Madrid’s unique history with a rich and modern design from native designer Jaime Hayon.

TravelErica NicholsApril 14, 2023Stay

Immerse Yourself in the Ancient History and Contemporary Life of Athens in the Perianth Hotel

TravelCaroline MeeusenFebruary 11, 2023Stay

Experience the Laid-Back Luxury of California’s Santa Monica Proper Hotel

TravelMarissa StempienNovember 25, 2022Stay

K Studio Blends Villa Mandra with the Stunning Mykonos Hills

Hidden in the beautiful brown hills of Mykonos, Greece, lies Villa Mandra, a stunning six-bedroom holiday home designed by the Greek K Studio. The house sits on the ridge of the hill of Aleomandra—hence the name—and has an amazing view over the sea. Its proximity to the hill and the fact that the house blends in with its natural surroundings mean that Villa Mandra is almost completely hidden from view, providing the ultimate privacy. The villa is built for a young and dynamic couple, “upon the idea of slow, laid-back summer living, encouraging mindful connection with family and friends, and the freedom to exist peacefully in nature,” K Studio notes.

Architecture, TravelCaroline MeeusenSeptember 10, 2022Stay

Bone Studio’s La Petite Café Reflects the Desert Landscape as a Monolithic Sculpture

Bone Studio is a nomadic design studio that merges form and function in their projects. Leaving conventional design stereotypes behind, their approach is free yet methodical. We “design novel spaces that can functionally and aesthetically serve different purposes—reinterpreting the way common spaces are defined,” Bone Architecture notes.

Architecture, Interior, TravelCaroline MeeusenJuly 25, 2022

Find Inspiration and Craftsmanship at Portugal’s Melides Art

For some art is visual, and for others it’s immersive. Along the coast of Portugal in the town of Pinheiro da Cruz lies Melides Art, a newly-built residential project amidst a contemporary art park. An utterly unique and one-of-a-kind concept, it combines a residential project and art community designed to be a creative platform and home for some of the world’s most talented living modern artists. Nestled in a transformative and inspirational space, Melides Art works to offer an experience for both residents and visitors to connect with art and environment.

TravelMarissa StempienJune 26, 2022Stay

Finding Happiness and Inner Peace at Casa no Tempo

The dreamy getaways of Silent Living in Portugal radiate a warmth, serenity, and elegance that leaves no soul untouched. The holiday houses feel very cozy and welcoming, just like home, because that is exactly what they once were: a family’s home. Collaborating with renowned architects, João and Andreia Rodrigues of Silent Living restored the homes into beautiful retreats, each with a different character, atmosphere, and story. “They are part of our story and echo the importance of feeling at home,” the brothers say.

TravelCaroline MeeusenMarch 28, 2022Stay

Revel in the True Luxury of Cabo Verde’s Barefoot Luxury

It’s hard to define true luxury. But Cabo Verde’s Barefoot Luxury may have found the answer in their new architectural project. Cradled by the rocky mountains in the Baia de João d’Evora, this one-of-a-kind hospitality design, spearheaded by Serge Hannecart and Jan Talboom, includes 30 villas and a hotel, all built with respect to the local culture, people, and environment.

TravelMarissa StempienMarch 14, 2022Stay

Silent Living’s Lisbon Guesthouse Takes Home Away From Home to New Levels

When traveling, the most memorable experiences come from fully immersing yourself in the culture and daily life of your destination. Whether it’s through what you eat, what you see, or where you stay, the best trips are those that take visitors to places that speak to the heart of the city they’re exploring. Silent Living focuses on the latter experience, creating idyllic accommodations that have guests feeling at home the moment they arrive. Combining impeccable architecture with swoon-worthy landscapes, the company specializes in creating one-of-a-kind stays that celebrate the rich culture of the city the home resides in.

TravelErica NicholsMarch 6, 2022Stay

Finding the Balance Between Richness and Restraint in the AEONIC Spa Hotel Mykonos

The AEONIC Spa Hotel in Mykonos is a true interior gem infused with serenity and a beautiful natural atmosphere. The suites, spa, and communal areas were designed by the Greek interior design studio Stones and Walls and reflect their founding philosophy that “design influences people’s cultures and has a positive impact on their lives,” which is exactly what the hotel aims to do. Aeonic means lasting for an eon or for a lifetime, but what it means to the hotel is “that you can look forward to bliss without any hassle or fuss within the premises of a luxury boutique hotel.”

Interior, TravelCaroline MeeusenMay 1, 2021Stay

FONDER Combines Luxury Loft Living with a Warm Community

Interior, TravelCaroline MeeusenFebruary 12, 2021Stay

Escape the Hustle and Bustle of Life at the Beautiful Countryside Retreat of Maison Ceronne

Set in the middle of stunning green parkland in beautiful Le Perche, you’ll find Maison Ceronne, a guesthouse where an inspiring experience awaits. Surrounded by a green oasis and plenty of nostalgic activities and things to see, such as flea markets, local crafts, museums, historical places, restaurants, and countryside, Maison Ceronne makes for a perfect getaway.

TravelCaroline MeeusenDecember 6, 2020Stay

Retreat to the Italian Countryside With a Stay at Masseria Dagilupi

Dreaming of the perfect escape? Situated between the city of Ostuni and the Adriatic Sea, Masseria Dagilupi, a boutique hotel renovated from an old olive mill, offers a destination unlike any other. With only three rooms and access to the olive grove, it’s an oasis nestled between the trees overlooking the foothills of Ostuni. In the Puglia region, between Salento and Itria Valley, the property breathes in the Italian countryside with a retreat that feels like a step back in time, whisking guests to a place of serenity and charm.

TravelMarissa StempienNovember 7, 2020Stay

Nature-Focused Resort Unna Captures the Unspoiled Beauty of Puro

TravelMarissa StempienOctober 6, 2020Interview

Finding Peace and Health for the Body, Mind and Soul in HOY hotel

TravelCaroline MeeusenOctober 3, 2020Stay

Bettina Kiehnle Brings Culture and Simplicity to the Highly-Curated Home

Understanding what makes a house a home is a talent of curator and designer Bettina Kiehnle of Studio IMA. With her apartment doubling as both a living space and a gallery, she sees the beauty in finding the perfect piece for her home—artwork that balances both culture and inspiration, but fills the space with a natural simplicity. With an apartment that plays double duty as a gallery and store (not to mention a place to lay her head), she invites visitors in by appointment only to look over her highly-curated content of work from both local Mexican and international artists.

Interior, Design, TravelMarissa StempienSeptember 22, 2020Interview