Saturday, June 30, 2018
The Week in Bites 01 July 2018
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Appreciation of Najib’s Most Coveted – Just the Tip of the Iceberg
More than 12,000 pieces of jewellery were unearthed, comprising of 2,200 rings, 1,400 necklaces, 2,100 bracelets, 2,800 pairs of earrings, 1,600 brooches and 14 tiaras were seized, totalling up to an estimated market value of RM880 million.
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Kenzo Spring/ Summer 2019 is a New Perspective on the Traditional Kenzo Code
The Kenzo Spring/ Summer 2019 collection blends the art of tailoring with athletic silhouettes as a tribute to the original vision of Kenzo Takada.
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5 luxurious English country hotels
Baronial sweeping staircases, the scent of rose gardens, cucumber sandwiches, croquet lawns, stern portraits of 19th century gentry, gin-and-tonic on a terrace overlooking a lake: we all love a relaxing weekend at an English Country House. For a few short days we can play the aristocrat, luxuriating in four-poster beds and waking to the smell […]
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Daily Dream Home: Osterville
This exquisite waterfront estate is located on one of Cape Cod’s most coveted streets and combines the best of elegance, style and craftsmanship. Sprawling on a 2.72 acre parcel, this one of a kind French Mediterranean inspired home offers an unparalleled 620 feet of white sandy beach anchored by two substantial, private deep-water docks. From […]
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Peter Mayle’s Love Letter to Provence: My 25 Years in Provence
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THE VIEW Lugano – A Luxury Swiss Hotel
You just know that a hotel is going to be special when it’s called THE VIEW. This appropriately named all suite hotel has a prime position overlooking Lake Lugano. In fact it’s one of the best hotels in Ticino region. Let’s take a tour of The VIEW Lugano.
THE VIEW Lugano – Luxury Swiss Hotel
First Impressions of THE VIEW Lugano
Driving up to THE VIEW Lugano, you’ll be impressed by the lakeside vistas. The boutique hotel is located in a quiet part of Lugano at the end of a residential street so there is no through traffic. You’ll only hear birdsong, with no noise from vehicles to detract from your enjoyment of the surroundings. In fact, once you’ve parked your car in the hotel’s free car park, there’s little reason to take it out again. That’s because The View has some innovative means of transport, which are complimentary for hotel guests. They can borrow an electric Smart car or electric bikes during their stay.
A member of the Small Luxury Hotels group, THE VIEW prides itself on its service. The multilingual staff are very friendly and helpful. Our experience began directly in the car park where we were greeted by members of staff who completed our express check in at the seating area there. Minutes later we were shown around our luxurious suite.
The other aspect that really stands out at THE VIEW Lugano is the focus on design. The spa features an innovative new material, KRION by Systempool. It looks similar to stone and is warm to the touch but also antibacterial and hard-wearing. You feel like you are on board a luxurious yacht, thanks to the use of naval teak in the lobby, lounge, restaurant and the suites.
Accommodation
There are sixteen Junior Suites which measure 50 m², and two 105 m² Suites. The focus is on the incredible views, with floor to ceiling windows that open on to a large balcony. There’s a lovely panorama of the lake of Lugano – in fact all of the suites have lakeside views. The design was inspired by super yachts and there are stylish marine teak floors as well as a sofa and armchair. Clever touches such as bathroom lights that illuminate as you walk past add to the contemporary ambiance. You get the feeling that James Bond would feel right at home here!
The toiletries are by Ortigia, the luxury Sicilian brand and smell absolutely divine. There are double wash basins and fluffy hooded bathrobes
and slippers.
The king size bed is supremely comfortable, with the highest quality linen, goosedown duvets and scented pillows, as well as a pillow menu. You’ll get an excellent night’s sleep here. The suites have all mod cons such as a safe, complimentary high speed Wi-Fi, a fully stocked mini bar and coffee and tea machine.
Here’s a list of some of the suite amenities:
- Complimentary high-speed WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Ortigia toiletries
- Chromotherapy shower
- Safe
- Fully stocked minibar
- Pillow menu and aromatic pillow cover
- Wake up call and turn down service
- Large terrace overlooking Lake Lugano
- Coffee and tea maker
- Flat screen TV with international channels
- I-Pad
- Complimentary indoor parking
A nice touch was the bottle of Pommery Brut Rose Champagne waiting for us in an ice bucket. We enjoyed it whilst sitting on the balcony and admiring the scenery.
Facilities
As we mentioned, both electric bikes and Smart cars are at the disposal of hotel guests. THE VIEW Lugano is the first hotel in the area to offer complimentary use of these electric bikes and cars. It’s a really great idea and we made the most of it by heading into Lugano town centre a few times. The cars are already fully charged and have an autonomy of approximately 90 km, so you don’t need to worry about running out of power.
THE VIEW Lugano Spa
The spa is primarily for hotel guests but is open to external visitors who come for its bespoke treatments and relaxing atmosphere. Two of the most original treatments are the Choco Massage and the Choco Wrap Cocoon.
The spa’s design subtly echoes the yacht theme present in the suites. There’s a lovely 18 meter indoor pool on the top floor of the hotel. It has an adjacent vitality pool with a large whirlpool, water jets and hydro massage circuit to soothe any aching muscles. There’s another great view of the lake from up here that you can enjoy whilst you swim or relax on the loungers. If you’d like a smoothie, tea or other refreshments, simply ring from the Pool Bar for service and a bar tender will pop up right away.
The fitness room is well equipped with the latest TechnoGym equipment and is located on the ground floor, like the spa. A personal trainer is available upon request, and guests can also book fitness classes. Monitor your progress with the Technogym MYRUN app, which will record all the details of your training session. The fitness room is open to hotel guests and annual members from 6 am to 11 pm and from 9 am to 9 pm for other guests.
The most unique element of The View spa in our opinion is the Salt Room. It features a wall built from Himalayan salt bricks that release iodine and negative ions into the air. The iodine helps to decongest and disinfect nasal passages, whilst the negative ions purify the skin and kill bacteria. Some say that a 30 minute session in the Salt Room is as beneficial as a 3 day stay by the sea.
There’s also a relaxation area with cold drinks and separate men’s and women’s steam room and sauna. In the women’s area you’ll find a Kneipp cold foot bath. You walk through it to boost your circulation and it’s certainly refreshing!
Spa opening times: 9 am to 9 pm daily
Spa access:
50 CHF – day pass
400 CHF – monthly subscription
450 CHF – 10 day passes to be used within 1 year
3000 CHF – annual membership
The spa facilities include:
- Treatment rooms
- 18 meter swimming pool overlooking Lake Lugano
- Vitality pool with water jets and hydro massage circuit
- Pool Bar
- Relaxation area
- Salt room
- Men’s sauna and steam room
- Women’s sauna and steam room with Kneipp circuit
- Chromotherapy showers
- Fitness room
Dining
Breakfast at THE VIEW Hotel Lugano is a hearty affair, with a selection of delicious hot and cold dishes. Rather than a crowded buffet, everything is brought to you, including a basket of fresh bread and pastries, local ham and cheese and fresh fruit.
On a fine day you can take breakfast outside on the spacious terrace with its far reaching lakeside views.
It’s also a lovely spot for a cocktail. In the evening, light changing cubes add to the ambiance.
THE VIEW also has a fantastic restaurant, specializing in Mediterranean cuisine. At THE VIEW Lugano Fine Dining, chef Mauro Grandi successfully combines this Mediterranean inspiration with locally sourced produce. The restaurant serves food that looks as good as it tastes.
Things to Do In Lugano
There are lots of fun things to do in Lugano and the local area of Ticino including:
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- Hikiing and jogging trails around THE VIEW
- Monte San Salvatore
- Monte Bre Cable Car
- Luxurious boutiques such as Gucci and Louis Vuitton
- Grotto restaurants
- Lake Lugano boat trips
You should also try to fit in a visit to LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura. It’s a contemporary arts centre with a 1,000 seat concert hall and regularly changing art exhibitions. There was a very interesting one on Picasso’s sketches, and there’s currently one on Balthasar Burkhard, a Swiss photographer known for his black and white large scale photographs.
You can check out more detailed recommendations for what to do in Lugano here.
Read all our Switzerland travel guides here
There’s so much to do in Lugano and the Vicino region that we recommend staying for several nights at THE VIEW. It’s a truly relaxing haven that you won’t want to leave.
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With thanks to The View Lugano for hosting us
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12 Grilling Ideas For The Ultimate 4th of July BBQ
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Friday, June 29, 2018
S.Pellegrino Sapori Ticino 2018 in 8 Dishes
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The Legends Suite at Boston’s Fenway Park: Sweet Suites
Boston Red Sox fans, this sweet suite is for you. Watch the game with a Red Sox legend and enjoy four front row Green Monster seats! The Legends Suite at Boston’s Fenway Park is the premier, day-of-game suite rental package in all of baseball. Costing from $22,000 to $11,000, depending on the game, the suite […]
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Beautiful Cakes: 15 Stunning Fruit Themed Cakes
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Ad Hoc Ducati 900 SS Cafe Racer
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Benchmade 486 Saibu Pocket Knife
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Custom E.C.D. Range Rover Classic
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Daily Dream Home: Merritt Island
This riverfront estate in Merritt Island, Florida sits on nearly 1.5-acres. An impressive private gate opens to a meandering pavered driveway that circles the front and is lush with oak trees, palms, flowering bushes, mango and Meyer lemon trees, and lush green lawn. Beautiful white washed oak hardwood flooring connects the living room and dining […]
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2018 Weiss Standard Issue Field Watch
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Curious Traveler’s Best Places To Visit On A Bike in Atlanta
SKIP THE TRAFFIC, BIKE THROUGH ATLANTA. Atlanta gets a bad rap for being a motor city. It’s traffic, traffic and more traffic. Well, today we’re dispelling that myth – as we walk, bike, run, shop, eat and visit friends – all without filling up on gas first. If you’re visiting Atlanta for the first time, […]
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The Best Napa Wineries To Visit in 2018
Through Fires and Floods, America’s Two Most Cherished Wine Regions Continue To Set The Pace I love Napa Valley in late winter and the spring, when the hills, a parched straw color for most of the year, are lush green from the winter rains and cool temperatures. And that is exactly how I found it […]
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Entertaining With Style: Refined Rockstar Whiskey Bar from Buster + Punch
The Rockstar Whiskey Bar lives up to its name through its eye-catching design, elegance and finishes. Buster + Punch created the luxurious whiskey and cocktail bar from in two wooden versions: American Black Walnut and Blackened Ash. Hand-made to conjure the inspiring elegance of carefully finished details, the Rockstar Whiskey Bar also comes in customized […]
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The Best Hotel Bars In Miami
Miami may be in South Florida, but it’s a cosmopolitan city that caters to high energy people with refined taste. The obligatory caribbean-themed, thatch-roofed bar that may emanate throughout other parts of the sunshine state is not the standard in Miami. Miami is known for its hotels—dating back to the 60’s when Sinatra, Martin and […]
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6 luxurious self-catered accommodation options for your next ski trip
For those who are used to all-inclusive, the freedom of self-catering can be a treat in itself – particularly when you have a luxury apartment to come back to after a day on the slopes. Without being tied to set meal times, you can do as you like. Dine at gourmet restaurants or bring home […]
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TWO WAYS TO WEAR WHITE HEELS
Wearing white shoes can be a real challenge. White sneakers, though, are less of a hassle. Those are a wardrobe staple nowadays, and literally look good with anything – think the good old Stan Smith’s or my new white Chloe high tops – but a pair of heals in white makes us easily feel out of our “comfort zone”, so to speak. Funny, isn’t it? How the color of a pair of shoes can define how we feel about that specific pair. Especially when it’s the “non-colour” white, which should theoretically be the easiest, as it goes with anything. Yet, we fear them… or, at least, we don’t wear them as often as a pair of black heels. This is – I’m sure – a huge waste, so here’s a little edit on how you could wear white heels this summer, plus a selection of the best white heels – and a few sneakers – for less…
Shop the best shoes in white below!
Look 1: Balenciaga shirt | Nike running leggings | Dior sunglasses.
Look 2: Off-White shirt | Off-White pants | Dior sunglasses.
Photos by Jeff Thibodeau
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