Welcome to St. Petersburg

The Corinthia Hotel [portfolio_slideshow] Grandeur and elegance in abundance, striking architecture, authentic Russian heritage. An unforgettable guest experience – in a venue of rare distinction. Recently re-opened following the sensitive renovation of two magnificent 19th century buildings, the multi award-winning Corinthia Hotel St Petersburg offers every conceivable modern luxury, including the finest dining facilities, for…

Market in Kashgar, China

Kashgar: Melting pot for so many ethnic groups and so many languages

Few places on Earth have traditionally been melting pots for so many ethnic groups and so many languages of such utterly different types. For whoever came here – whether they came as warriors or merchants, as Buddhists, Zoroastrians, Christians or Moslems – Kashgar has always been more than just a place name. Kashgar is an…

One & Only The Palm, Dubai, UAE

The journey from the effervescent center to The Palm Jumeirah peninsula takes but a few minutes by water taxi.   [portfolio_slideshow] Resplendent in their Moorish-Andalusian style, the «normal» rooms and suites are accommodated in the main building. And then there are the six mansions and four sumptuously comfortable beach villas. The Dubai skyline dominates the…

The Fuchun Resort, Hangzhou, China

For the romantically inclined, Hangzhou is to China what Venice is to the Western world.   [portfolio_slideshow] Inspired by classical Chinese architecture and antique wall paintings, the Fuchun Resort nevertheless combines a distinctly modern feel with consummate luxury. Perched right on the river of the same name, this is an elegant haven of rest far…