Hollmann Beletage – Vienna, Austria
Embracing your inner eccentric at Hollmann Beletage The most magical places in Vienna’s are often hidden on tiny cobblestone streets, and little passageways. Hollmann Beletage is no exception. The small…
Stofan Café – Reykjavik, Iceland
Porridge and warm hospitality at Stofan Walking into Stofan, tucked away on the corner of Aðalstræti behind one of the city’s busiest squares, the Kinks’ Village Green Preservation Society oozes through the…
Kensington Place – Cape Town, South Africa
Being in-the-know at Kensington Place. Tucked away on a winding street in Oranjezicht at the foot of Table Mountain we found Kensington Place, a style-savvy guest house offering Service with a capital S. This…
Tíu dropar – Reykjavik, Iceland
Finding shelter at Tíu dropar Arguably more than any other capital city, Reykjavik is a place subject to – yet charmingly resisting – the whims of the weather. In town for…
25hours Hotel – Vienna, Austria
Joining the Circus at 25hours Hotel Vienna As I approached the modern structure, adjacent to the MuseumQuartier complex I saw the words “we are all mad here” in giant letters…
MannaBay – Cape Town, South Africa
A guest’s home is his castle at Mannabay. Staying at Mannabay made us feel like Cape Town was our oyster. Driving up the steep driveway, we arrived at what seemed…
Grand Hotel River Park – Bratislava, Slovakia
A seductive spa getaway at Grand Hotel River Park Depending on what kind of guest you are, you can arrive here by car, limousine, the hotel-owned Rolls Royce or by…
Neighbourgoods Market – Cape Town, South Africa
Disrupting the weekend at the Neighbourgoods Market The foodie frenzy surrounding this Saturday street-food extravaganza can only be described as one-of-a-kind. We had seen food festivals, farmer’s markets and neighborhood…
Mother Shucker Oysters – Cape Town, South Africa
Living it up at Mother Shucker Oysters Ah, the high life. What could be more decadent than slurping oysters with a choice of several condiments? Not much really. This place…
Ruby Sofie – Vienna, Austria
A hipster’s homage to history at Ruby Sofie In a modern and calm area, close to the city center and to metro and tram stations, Ruby Sofie’s façade sticks out,…