Secret Stays Book by Assouline Description In the transformative landscape of modern travel, a profound shift occurred in the 2000s, when individuals began renting their homes to strangers, fostering an intimate connection between travelers and unique living spaces around the world entire. This cultural evolution stems from a revived belief in true hospitality, transcending simple…
Book Villeggiatura: Italian Summer Vacation by Assouline Description Everyone dreams of experiencing La Dolce Vita: delicious cuisine, breathtaking landscapes, legendary scenes and cultural treasures. An immersion in a destination in its purest form, a way of life perfectly encapsulated by Belmond’s Italian properties, where time spent quietly understanding local rhythms is of the utmost importance….
Book Barbie: 60 Years of Inspiration by Assouline Description Founded on March 9, 1959, Barbie arrived on the scene and took the world by storm. Envisioned as a new type of doll that allows girls to play roles beyond a caretaker, Barbie has become one of the world’s most recognizable faces over the past 60…
Metaverse Dream book by Assouline Description In 1978, MIT developed a system that allowed users to experience a virtual tour of Aspen, Colorado. Today, travel is no longer limited to a pre-existing physical destination. With the Metaverse, the possibilities are endless as new worlds are created every day. The Metaverse represents the future of travel,…
Barbie book by Assouline Description Celebrate Barbie’s sixty-fifth birthday in a book dedicated to the fascinating story of the world’s most popular doll. Created by Mattel founder Ruth Handler, a revolutionary feminist visionary, Barbie challenged the conventions of the 1950s, establishing a role for women beyond that of wife and mother. With an identity outside…
Book Budapest Gem by Assouline Description Budapest, the vibrant capital of Hungary, is a city of enchanting contrasts. In the western part of the city, Buda, monuments such as the Fisherman’s Bastion, Buda Castle and Matthias Church bear witness to its rich history, while the Pest side is home to modern icons like the Parliament,…
Book Lake Como Idyll by Assouline Description Discover the charm of Lake Como, the magnificent Italian holiday destination nestled in the Alps. With picturesque towns lining its shores, including charming Bellagio where the two arms of the lake meet, Lake Como offers a mystical, old-fashioned atmosphere. Discover the beauty of Villa d’Este, Passalacqua and Villa…
Book Watches: A Guide by Hodinkee Description Over a short period of ten years, Hodinkee has positioned itself as the preeminent and most distinguished destination for modern and vintage wristwatch enthusiasts. Coming out of a career in finance, Ben Clymer decided to merge his passions of watchmaking and writing to create a blog covering everything…
St. Moritz Chic Book by Assouline Description Nestled in Switzerland’s Alpine Engadine Valley, St. Moritz sits amid a sea of ski resorts famous in that it has long maintained an elusive allure. The winter home of personalities from Gunter Sachs and Gianni Agnelli to Sofia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, John Lennon and Claudia Schiffer,…
Gold Book: Impossible Collection (Special Edition) by Assouline Description Pure, indestructible, dazzling gold: since the dawn of time, this precious metal has sparked countless fantasies and beliefs. May it lead powerful sovereigns to the afterlife, delicately illuminate the Buddhist pagodas of Southeast Asia, illuminate the halos of saints, make the crowns of kings and popes…
Monte Carlo book by Assouline Description A treasure trove of glitz and glamor awaits you on an exclusive two-mile coastline along the Mediterranean Sea. High-rollers, professional athletes and international stars flock to Monaco in droves. Although filled with flashy sports cars, luxury apartments, super-yachts and unlimited entertainment, this rocky promontory has no shortage of culture…
Jaipur book by Assouline Description A delicate blend of old and new, Jaipur is a vibrant city full of energy, color and grandeur. With a history of maharajas, emperors and queens, the state capital of Rajasthan has a prestigious heritage and esteem that continues to this day. The City Palace, a sprawling complex of buildings…