GLOBETROTTER Louvre Abu Dhabi
ON OUR RADAR Design enthusiasts will want to be among the first to stay in the new-look NIKA Private
Residence at Velaa Private Island, which has been
There are now regular nonstop flights zipping between Abu Dhabi and Barcelona, Spain, thanks to Etihad Airways, which launched its inaugural flight there at the end of November 2018. The new route (just shy of eight
reimagined by interior designer Patricia Urquiola. The beach retreat, which sleeps up to 10, has a natural tone with raffia, wood and earthy textiles creating warmth.
MUST-SEE SIGHTS
Urban wonders The Roman Colosseum and Great Wall of China may already be on your must-see list, but how many of the new wave urban wonders are on your radar? Hilton Hotels & Resorts has recently unveiled the Seven Urban Wonders of the World, crowdsourced via influencers and rated by criteria such as architecture, activities available and, of course, Instagrammability. Here’s what made the cut… Louvre Abu Dhabi for its impressive installations. Sydney Opera House for its cultural contribution to the city and picture-perfect viewpoint, looking out
towards Sydney Harbour Bridge. Tsukiji Fish Market, Tokyo, for its foodie, flea market appeal. Camden Market, London, due to its rebellious and exciting persona. The Bund, Shanghai with its milelong stretch of waterfront and real life ‘museum of buildings’. Temple Street Night Markets, Hong Kong, as a vibrant showcase for culture, food, and craft. Albertina, Vienna, for its history, art galleries and museums. Indeed, Albertina is one the city’s most photographed buildings, commanding more than 70,000 Instagram posts.
TOP BUY The MCM Traveler Cabin Trolley in Visetos, Dhs6,400, is the perfect size for a long weekend away and its compartmentalised interior makes packing easy too. Just zip it up and go!
Thanks to the opening of the Maputo-Catembe Bridge, the largest suspension bridge in Africa, the wilderness of Southern Mozambique just got a whole lot more accessible. Stay at White Pearl Resort, where ocean safaris, game drives and swimming with wild dolphins are among the adventures to be had. Gordon Ramsay is turning up the heat with the newlyopened Hell’s Kitchen
at Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai. Serving up an experiential and immersive culinary experience, its coveted address on Dubai’s newest island destination adds to the allure. Fans of Four Seasons will be keen to read this new tome, which takes you behind the scenes by sharing the stories of the authentic service and savoir faire of its people, illustrated by Ignasi Monreal. Four Seasons: The Art of Hospitality. Assouline Publishing, assouline.com
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