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Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club
An Address
Beyond Time
At the foot of Mount Kenya, where the equatorial light softens the snow-capped peaks and the air carries the quiet authority of the wild, the Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club reveals itself as one of Africa’s most rarefied addresses. Facing the sacred mountain, the resort unfolds across a vast private estate where elegance and nature exist in perfect accord, offering a vision of luxury that is both timeless and deeply rooted in place. It is the only Fairmont resort in the world to host its own wildlife conservancy, a distinction that transforms every stay into an intimate encounter with the living landscape: colobus monkeys moving through ancient trees, antelopes grazing at dusk, peacocks crossing manicured lawns as if they owned them. Service here is effortless and exquisitely discreet, defined by intuition rather than formality, where afternoons drift into evenings by the fire and every detail feels considered yet unforced. From the resort, safaris lead guests into legendary parks and private reserves, where elephants, rhinos, lions and giraffes appear against cinematic horizons, before returning to the calm of a residence that feels both grand and deeply personal. For decades, this secluded retreat has drawn royalty, heads of state, artists and international icons seeking refuge far from the public gaze, attracted by its privacy, its natural majesty and its refusal to chase attention. Names remain unspoken, loyalty enduring. More than a destination, the Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club is a philosophy of travel, where conservation and refinement are inseparable, and where luxury is measured not by excess, but by space, silence and the privilege of waking each morning in quiet dialogue with one of Africa’s most powerful landscapes.
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Credit photos: @by.NourAnais & Courtesy Fairmont Mount Kenya
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KENYA, AFRICA
To live a truly exceptional moment at Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club is to enjoy breakfast in the heart of nature, surrounded by wildlife. At dawn, as soft light washes over the gardens and Mount Kenya slowly reveals itself in the morning silence, tables are set outdoors where animals roam freely. Antelopes wander past, monkeys move through the trees, and exotic birds fill the air, creating a scene of rare beauty and quiet emotion. Time seems to stand still, senses awaken, and luxury takes on its purest form, an intimate communion with the wild, where elegance dissolves seamlessly into nature.
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The 'Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club' is not a destination you simply visit. It is a place you remember long after the mountain disappears from view, long after the safari dust settles.
At the foot of Mount Kenya, luxury finds its truest meaning: space, silence, and a deep, humbling connection to the wild.
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Munduk Moding Plantation Nature Resort
Bali’s Eco-Paradise Above the Clouds
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Perched high in the central highlands of Bali, Munduk Moding Plantation Nature Resort offers a rare encounter with untouched nature, one where guests awaken above a sea of clouds and fall asleep surrounded by a lush, living jungle. Built on a working coffee plantation that thrives in April when the bright red coffee cherries are ripe, the resort embodies a deep ecological spirit that permeates every aspect of its philosophy. Sustainability is not a slogan here; it is a way of life, respected, practiced, and shared with every guest.
The plantation is also home to the celebrated Luwak coffee. Named after the civet, which naturally selects only the ripest red beans before passing them, the grains are meticulously washed, dried, and roasted to produce one of the world’s most distinctive coffees. Tasting it on-site, with the mist rolling through the hills, is an experience in itself.
The resort’s 40 villas and suite-villas blend refined luxury with unspoiled wilderness. Many feature private panoramic pools that seem to float above the clouds, offering breathtaking views of the mountains and dense foliage. Whether relaxing in these elegant spaces or exploring the estate, guests feel immersed in a sanctuary far removed from the bustle of southern Bali.
Munduk Moding is also home to Bali’s first paddle court in the highland area, an activity that contrasts beautifully with the serene equestrian trails available across the expansive property. A small, charming farm completes the setting, where animals are lovingly cared for another testament to the resort’s respect for life and nature.
Service is impeccable, notably embodied by Ketut, the resort’s knowledgeable and engaging driver, who turns every journey into a cultural discovery. Reaching the resort from Denpasar International Airport takes around three to four hours, a scenic route that crosses traditional Balinese villages and even passes the famous “Ghost Hotel”, a mysterious, now-abandoned structure popular among locals for its many stories.
More than a resort, Munduk Moding Plantation is an invitation to reconnect with the environment, to breathe deeply, and to experience Bali as it once was wild, serene, and profoundly authentic.
At the end of the ascent, Munduk Moding reveals a version of Bali untouched by time elevated, serene and absolutely unforgettable.
Bali
a hidden retreat
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A Serene Symphony of Art, Nature & Urban Elegance
Düsseldorf reveals itself as a city of contrasts, where nature, art, and urban sophistication flow together seamlessly. From the swan-filled ponds of Hofgarten to the striking architecture of Medienhafen, the city blends tranquillity with cosmopolitan energy. Its cultural heart beats at the newly renovated Museum Kunstpalast, while luxury hotels such as the Breidenbacher Hof, Steigenberger Icon Parkhotel, and The Wellem offer refined hospitality. Culinary delights range from regional Rieslings at Carlsplatz Market to fine dining at Schillings. Unexpected treasures like the Classic Remise transform industrial heritage into a vibrant hub for automotive passion. Ultimately, Düsseldorf captivates not only through what it offers, but through how it feels: serene, elegant, and welcoming, a city where modernity and tradition coexist in harmony.
Düsseldorf
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Brazil's
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Nestled among leafy parks and tree-lined avenues, Rosewood São Paulo sets a new benchmark for elegance, refinement, and sophistication in the heart of this vibrant city.
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The hotel is located within Cidade Matarazzo, a remarkable complex of historic buildings in São Paulo dating back to the early 20th century. Connected to Paulista Avenue by a pedestrian walkway, it stands as one of the city's last remaining architectural landmarks.
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This visionary project — designed by renowned architect Jean Nouvel and artistic director Philippe Starck — reimagines Cidade Matarazzo as a model of sustainability and a tribute to the preservation of Brazil’s rich cultural heritage.
Sao Paulo
"a visionary project"
Celebrated musical icon composes album of melodic themes to enliven passenger journey with the ‘World’s Best Airline’ as voted by Skytrax in 2025
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Qatar Airways has unveiled an iconic partnership with the multiple Oscar and Grammy award-winning composer Hans Zimmer to create a new sonic identity for the airline, featuring a signature sound that will elevate the passenger experience onboard and beyond.
The exclusive score will be featured across Qatar Airways’ onboard music and will also be released as a full musical album on major streaming platforms and the airline’s official channels. This collaboration with the world-renowned composer reflects Qatar Airways’ commitment to delivering memorable and emotionally resonant journeys.
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Hans Zimmer said: “It’s an honour to collaborate with Qatar Airways on this visionary project. Together, we’re crafting a sonic experience that reflects the beauty of travel and the pioneering spirit that defines this world-class airline.”
Qatar Airways is synonymous with excellence, and the creation of its new signature sound is part of its evolving brand identity. The airline channels its ethos of reimagining what is possible into its partnership with Hans Zimmer, to develop a soundscape that taps into the human experiences that are at the heart of every Qatar Airways journey.
This initiative marks the debut of Qatar Airways’ new audio identity and represents a long-term partnership between the airline and Hans Zimmer.
Hans Zimmer :
a "Signature Symphony"
Gลra Kadan Fuji The Promise of a Stay with a View
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Gลra Kadan Fuji Hotel officially opened its doors on July 20, 2025, in an exceptional natural setting at the foot of Mount Fuji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As the successor to the prestigious Gลra Kadan Hakone ryokan—founded in 1948 and located in a former summer villa of the Japanese imperial family—Gลra Kadan Fuji is the second property under the brand. This new hotel features 42 suites and villas, natural hot springs, a pool with breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, and an exceptional gourmet experience.
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Imperial Tradition & Contemporary Elegance
The story of Gลra Kadan dates back to 1930, when Prince Ikehito, the sixth head of the Kan’in-no-miya branch of the Japanese imperial family, established his summer residence in the village of Gลra, Hakone. In 1948, the residence was transformed into Gลra Kadan, the first hotel of its name, seamlessly combining Japanese tradition and European sophistication. Since then, Gลra Kadan has evolved across generations, with owners and managers dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Kan’in-no-miya family. Today, the hotel is renowned for its elegance, refinement, and exceptional service—qualities that have earned it a lasting reputation.
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Mount Fuji, an icon of Japan, holds a special place in the country’s culture. Instantly recognizable, it is a constant source of inspiration in art, poetry, music, and film.
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"An icon of Japan"
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With Dior
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Dior launches its first holistic retreat aboard the majestic Belmond "The Royal Scotsman" train
In a world where travel and well-being are increasingly coming together, the Maison Dior is taking a bold step by launching its first holistic retreat aboard the legendary Belmond “The Royal Scotsman” train. This unique experience, scheduled for four days of total escape, promises to marry luxury and serenity amid the majestic landscapes of the Scottish Highlands. Offering not only sublimation for the senses, but also a return to our roots, this stay is a must for lovers of luxury and well-being. The first step in a new era of rail travel, where harmony between nature and culture takes center stage. Explore a land of rugged beauty
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A unique experience on the rails of elegance
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Enhance this journey through the Highlands with an array of exhilarating sports, unique nature activities and unparalleled pampering. From white water rafting and coasteering in the rivers Garry, Orchy and Moriston to unforgettable evenings spent observing the star-studded night sky in the Cairngorms, there are endless things to do to energise your Scottish adventure !
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"The Royal Scotsman"
โโโThailand's Anantara hotels have been announced as official filming locations ahead of the start of the third season of "The White Lotus", an HBO original series.
In advance of the highly anticipated third episode created by Mike White, three Anantara properties in Thailand have been officially announced as filming locations for the Emmy® award-winning series.
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Located on the pristine shores of Bophut Beach, Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort is one of the island's most iconic resorts. Many of the resort's features are described as “The White Lotus Thailand”.
Set on a tranquil private beach in Chaweng, the Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort brilliantly combines modern luxury with Samui's rich cultural history. One of the most distinctive features of The White Lotus Season 3 is the Singing Bird Lounge, a breathtaking, treehouse-style bar nestled in the branches of a 120-year-old tree. Heralded as one of the main filming locations for the bar scene, the lounge boasts panoramic ocean views and is inspired by the island's famous bird-singing competitions.
Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas has been chosen as the setting for the Wellness Sanctuary, Spa and Chambre de Belinda. Nestled on the pristine shores of Phuket's Mai Khao beach, this tranquil hideaway is renowned for its seclusion and luxury. With 183 villas and suites and an exclusive beachfront location, Anantara Mai Khao Phuket offers a setting of unrivalled privacy and sophistication, an idyllic backdrop for the drama "The White Lotus".
"The White Lotus"
Celebrating a delicate alchemy between tradition and innovation, local architecture and timeless elegance.
Cheval Blanc has since 2006 developed unique properties with an unparalleled sense of detail. In a warm, convivial atmosphere, Cheval Blanc Maisons invite guests to experience memorable moments with their families or friends.
A hidden haven of lush jungle and pristine beaches
Situated in an idyllic setting, this new Maison embodies an exceptional art de vivre in one of the world’s most beautiful destinations.
With 52 villas that offer stunning uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean, the Cheval Blanc Seychelles stands out for its harmony with the lush nature of the Seychelles. Designed by architect Jean-Michel Gathy, the villas meld spacious volumes, contemporary lines and local inspirations, creating a perfect balance.
The culinary offering features five distinct restaurant concepts, while the Spa Cheval Blanc, created to measure by Guerlain, proposes special treatments inspired by the island’s nature wonders, combining expertise and well-being.
Guided by its quest for excellence and deep connection with local identity, Cheval Blanc aims to promise its guests unforgettable memories.
Guided by its quest for excellence and its deep attachment to local authenticity, Cheval Blanc aims to offer its guests unforgettable memories.
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Culinary Symphony
French haute cuisine, Asian finesse, and Mediterranean zest. An unparalleled sensory odyssey unfolds across the Maison's five distinguished dining venues.
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Anse Intendance, Takamaka,
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MoMA PS1 will present a major exhibition of artist Ayoung Kim (Korean, b. 1979), featuring a suite of video installations throughout the museum’s expansive third-floor galleries. On view November 6, 2025 through March 16, 2026, Ayoung Kim: Delivery Dancer Codex marks the first time all three works from Kim’s celebrated Delivery Dancer trilogy are shown together, alongside the US debut of a major new project. Recognized as an artist on the vanguard of digital innovation, Kim uses generative AI, videogame engines, and live-action footage to create speculative narratives that collide geopolitics, synthesize mythologies, and interrogate technologies. Seen together, her works examine the evolving relationships between data, human beings, and the environment to surface connections between biopolitics, queerness, and xenophobia.
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November 6, 2025—March 16, 2026
MoMA PS1
NewYork, USA
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Ayoung Kim is an artist based in Seoul who works with video, virtual reality, sound, and text.
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Grand Prix
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AbuDhabiGP 2025
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
James Cameron
Rolex / Mark Seliger
HOLLYWOOD
Rolex supports cinema, from the earliest stages of creation to the final crowning moment. Cinema is an adventure. A journey marked by challenges, each one to be overcome with passion and perseverance. Each film inspires the world. And while its watches play their own role on the wrists of legendary characters, Rolex partners with renowned institutions and celebrated figures. Together, they promote technical and artistic achievement, writing the grand history of filmmaking.
Rolex encourages the preservation and transmission of the cinematic arts, promotes excellence and celebrates progress by accompanying living legends as well as young talents through its Testimonees (James Cameron, Leonardo DiCaprio, Martin Scorsese, Zendaya and Jia Zhang-Ke), its partnership with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (the institution, the awards and the Academy Museum in Los Angeles), Martin Scorsese’s The Film Foundation and the National Film and Television School in London.
EXHIBITION
David Hockney - UK
โPresented at Serpentine North from 12th March to 23rd August 2026, the exhibition will showcase seminal works, shown in the UK for the first time. Admission will be free to the exhibition which is the artist’s first at Serpentine.
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โFrom painting, drawing, printmaking, set design, and photography to media ranging from fax machines to iPads, Hockney demonstrates his deep understanding of art history coupled with his interest in modern technology to create new ways of seeing and presenting. David Hockney's rich and enduring body of work reveals his passion for contemporary life and curiosity about the world, epitomized by his signature phrase, “Love Life.”
A major exhibition of more than 400 of the artist’s works from 1955 to 2025 was recently presented at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris featuring international, institutional, and private collections’ works, as well as paintings from the artist’s own studio. The exhibition – curated at David Hockney’s request by Sir Norman Rosenthal, the former Exhibitions Secretary of London’s Royal Academy of Arts, in close collaboration with Suzanne Pagé, Artistic Director of Fondation Louis Vuitton, and her team brought together works in a variety of media including oil and acrylic painting, ink, pencil and charcoal drawing, digital art (iPhone, iPad, and computer drawings), immersive video installation and photographic drawing. Spanning seven decades of ground-breaking creativity, David Hockney 25 highlighted not only Hockney’s iconic early works but also places a special focus on the past 25 years, the early part of the 21st century, which has inspired the event's title.
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While the world came in the Spring of 2020, Hockney produced over a hundred images on his iPad within just a few weeks. Working digitally lets him capture the essence of each scene quickly and precisely. Much like the Impressionists, Hockney skilfully records changes in light and weather, but uses a vivid, radiant palette. His compositions combine flat areas of bold colour with playful pop-like touches. As the days pass, lockdown lifts, and spring transitions into summer, then autumn and winter. Hockney didn’t stop at painting spring, he captured the whole cycle of the year.
The exhibition will include Hockney’s recent works: the celebrated Moon Room which reflects his lifelong interest in the cycle of light and time passing. It will also feature digital paintings from his Sunrise body of work.
A Year in Normandy, a ninety-metre-long frieze, inspired by the Bayeaux Tapestry, showing the change of seasons at the artist’s former studio in Normandy, will also feature in the show.
David Hockney is interested in how art and technology can come together in new ways. Recommending that people slow down and notice the beauty of the world around them, he believes that simple, everyday beauty, like a sunrise, is worth celebrating.
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David Hockney (b. 1937 in Bradford, Yorkshire) has been at the forefront of the international art world for more than six decades. He emerged as one of the exceptional talents in the new generation of British artists in the early 1960s. Throughout his extraordinarily prolific career, he remains endlessly inventive and committed to celebrating the world around him.
Hockney is fascinated by the language of representation in a variety of forms. He explores the conventions of Chinese and Japanese painting as well as the traditions of European art. He experimented with abstraction; however, he steadfastly remains a figurative artist. Constantly questioning the world around him, he draws and paints from life, from memory, and from imagination.
Across his career he has created many bodies of works and numerous individual paintings which are now viewed as iconic. His experimental paintings in the early sixties announced the arrival of a new artistic voice. These were followed by a celebrated series of Hollywood swimming pools where the young Hockney arrived in 1964, documenting the city’s seductive charm and ambience from the position of an outsider. Often poetically titled, works such as A Bigger Splash and Beverly Hills Housewife have become celebrated paintings and part of the modern vernacular.
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credit photos :A Year in Normandie (detail), 2020-2021, composite iPad painting © David Hockney /David Hockney, London, 2023 © David Hockney Photo Credit: Jean-Pierre Gonçalves de Lima
Can a photographic portrait ignite political imagination? NY - USA, The Museum of Modern Art
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Ideas of Africa: Portraiture and Political Imagination explores how photographers and their sitters helped shape and spread Pan-African solidarity in the mid-20th century. Reflecting the international spirit of the era, the exhibition brings together striking images from photographers working in Central and West African cities. Their portraits capture everyday citizens, vibrant music scenes, and powerful expressions of youth culture, all of which mirrored the political transformations of the time.
The works of Jean Depara, Seydou Keïta, Malick Sidibé, and Sanlé Sory depict life in Bamako, Bobo-Dioulasso, and Kinshasa during an era when decolonization swept the African continent alongside the rise of the US Civil Rights movement. The exhibition also highlights James Barnor and Kwame Brathwaite—photographers based in Europe and North America—whose images contributed to the global construction of Africa as both a political idea and cultural force. Contemporary contributions from artists such as Samuel Fosso, Silvia Rosi, and Njideka Akunyili Crosby demonstrate the enduring relevance of these themes today.
Brimming with possibility, Ideas of Africa: Portraiture and Political Imagination celebrates the photographic portrait as a powerful vehicle of creativity and a lasting catalyst for political thought across the world.
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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles - On Wilshire Boulevard
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures advances the understanding, celebration, and preservation of cinema through inclusive and accessible exhibitions, screenings, programs, initiatives, and collections. Welcoming visitors from Los Angeles and around the world, the museum works in active partnership with motion picture artists and specialists, scholars, staff, and diverse communities to contextualize and challenge dominant narratives around cinema, inspiring discourse, connection, joy, and discovery.
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โPresident, and founder of global private jet company Bitlux,
Kyle Patel, sheds light on how private aviation connects flawlessly with the silent travel trend, allowing wonderers to reach remote and secluded places far removed from the usual tourism magnets.
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