For 50 years, the De Santis family has owned Lake Como’s iconic Grand Hotel Tremezzo. Now the jewel in the crown is the family’s latest passion project,Passalacqua, which has been hailed theWorld’s Best Hotel. It’s no surprise once you’ve met daughter, Valentina; her unstuffy and genuinely welcoming take on Italian family hospitality shines in everything she does, which has us dreaming of life by the lake...
The beauty of exploring Costa Rica by superyacht is the access to the untouched. The North Pacific Coast offers unmatched views, abundant marine life and incredible diving opportunities. Guanacaste is one of the least populated areas of Costa Rica, and home to the enchanting dry forest for those seeking some time on terra firma. Meanwhile, the South Pacific Coast offers glistening rainforests and the rugged beauty of the Osa Peninsula – proudly holding the enviable title of “one of the most biologically intense places on Earth” by National Geographic. This is why Costa Rica is the next hotspot destination for yachts.
As Creative Director of the iconic Italian hotel group, Il Pellicano, Marie-Louise Sciò oozes Italy’s la dolce vita. Growing up in a Slim Aarons photograph at her family’s legendary hotel, Il Pellicano, on the Tuscan coast, Marie-Louise is now at the helm of the much-adored hotels. Here we take a few moments to be whisked away to bella Italia and talk travel in a post-pandemic world.
What better way to celebrate the festive season with family and friends than at one of the Oetker Collection’s Masterpiece Estates – a handpicked selection of remarkable exclusive-use properties. Each unique historical property is complete with a dedicated team and charming host to offer exclusive insights, outstanding activities and the impeccable service you would expect from the world’s finest hotels.
