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Anyone who has been following the latest fashion shows, trends or events, knows that escapism is a much sought-after concept in 2010. This is only the beginning. I am guessing that since the world is becoming, at times for genuine refinement and at times for convenience, a more and more global world, brands will evolve into new shapes and forms. Their scope will encompass the diversity of our planet even further and that is the aspect we truly endorse at SQUA.RE. An example particularly on point here is Casha: the London based maker of luxury Cashmere ponchos imported from Nepal. An attractive concept and here is why.
Discover ‘The One Thing’ to do in Amsterdam with Charley Boorman! This new video is viewable from today on SQUA.RE.
Through this video tour, you can discover today the city of Amsterdam and its smallest microbrewery, Brouwerij de Prael.
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Discover ‘The One Thing’ to do in Edinburgh with Charley Boorman! This new video is viewable from today on SQUA.RE.
The art of travelling is not just a choice of destination. It is the will to get to know new places in greater and greater detail. Adventurer and renowned traveller, Charley Boorman is an expert when it comes to experiencing cities around the world. Together with The Platinum Card, Charley took us on a tour of his favourite cities: the wonderful European gems of Paris, Amsterdam, Madrid and Edinburgh.
Through the Platinum Card channel on SQUA.RE, you can now travel with Charley from a private 2CV tour with an insider’s view of Paris, to Amsterdam’s smallest microbrewery, Brouwerij de Prael; the splendour of St Bernard’s Well and other unique attractions of Stockbridge, Edinburgh, to the guilty pleasures of San Gines Chocolateria in Madrid. Read the rest of this entry »
It is with great revery that I am bringing this beautiful space on the SQUA.RE radar; with real estate in Africa on the boom and the thrill of being in a continent so often ignored. Africa is the next mega force with a soccer focus for this June and a summer that cannot be beaten even in the most exclusive destinations. Africa delights with rawness and colour, it sings louder than any other place. That’s the reason why the cradle of the continent, South Africa carries the biggest focus. With open skies, unchartered territory and a love for the aesthetic South Africa is glistening on the horizon of a new world.
An update from Jorn Werdelin, creator of the Ski Guide and Co-Founder and MD of Linde Werdelin:
Three nights in Verbier was all we had time for. I nipped off with my wife from the end of a week-long watch fair in Geneva. While being at the fair was exciting, you need a break after a week there.
Writer/Musician and SQUA.RE Contributor SES reveals some of her latest escapes
The beautiful and opulent Engadin town of St. Moritz, famous for its timeless cool and ‘‘champagne climate’’ glitters in February as during one of the most prestigious and glamorous events in the equestrian calendar: The Cartier Snow Polo World Cup.
We have always been dedicated to showcasing luxury brands and the inspiring stories of their craftsmanship, such as Vertu and their unique phones, Piaget and their magnificent jewelery or Belvedere and its world first premium vodka. The quality that characterizes every single of these brands is, beyond a true and genuine excellence in product making, a living dedication to an entire universe of their own, an entire lifestyle, most of the time a dedication lived first and foremost by their very founders.
Marigot Bay is certainly one of the most fascinating bays in the Carribean and a perfect destination should you be in need of some ‘escapism’ this winter. Located on the Western coast of Saint Lucia, it is surrounded on three sides by steep, emerald-colored hills, was the historical setting of several battles between the French and Royal Navy, and has been described by numerous authors and writers as the most beautiful bay in the Caribbean.
Luxury travel firm Kipling & Clark have issued a list of their favourite hotels in Asia based on their 6-8 weeks of Asia travel a year.
A ryokan is a type of traditional Japanese hotel dating from the Edo period (1603–1868), when they served travelers along Japan’s highways. They typically featured tatami-matted rooms, communal baths, and other public areas where visitors may wear yukata and talk with the owner.
CityCenter in Las Vegas will become the ‘city in the city’. The development is announced for December and will feature a series of landmark additions on the Las Vegas Strip.
The Bahamas is buzzing and Sol Kerzner’s The Cove, Atlantis is the place to be. Combining superb standards with a chic understated resort means The Cove is a hub for movers and shakers worldwide. Just a short hop from Miami or Mexico, it means you can stay a few tranquil days soaking up the cool Cabana Culture or indulge in a long luxury break. Read the rest of this entry »
The renowned Mr and Mrs Smith books are the definitive guide to the ideal weekend getaway; global and local. With their uniquely adult undertones, this is the coolest brand of boutique hotel guides around. Check out their new steamy ‘Get a room’ video on the SQUA.RE ESCAPE channel; guaranteed to get those romantic pulses racing. Pinch the picture for the perfect excuse for a cheeky check-in.
