THE OWO
Own a Piece of British History Photos Courtesy of Grain, London The OWO Residences by Raffles, Europe’s first Raffles branded residences, launches sales. Offering a rare opportunity to purchase a piece of Winston Churchill’s legacy, 85 homes are available in the impressive Grade II* listed former Old War Office building, which has been closed to
How Aerobic Activities Benefit the Back
Think you can prevent another “back attack” by staying in your comfy chair? Think again: The truth is that aerobic exercise that gets the body moving and heart pumping is better for back pain sufferers than being sedentary, according to Kaliq Chang, MD, of Atlantic Spine Center. It’s a common misconception that cardio isn’t back friendly and that those with spinal problems shouldn’t exercise, Dr. Chang says. While certain high-impact cardio exercises don’t mix well with
Gate Central
New Residential Complex Restores a Historic Urban Fragment in the Heart of Milan Photos Courtesy of Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel International architecture and interior design practice Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel (ACPV) unveil the design of Gate Central, a new mixed-use complex conceived in the spirit of sustainable urban development. Located a stone’s throw away from some of Milan’s most visited monuments, Gate Central will offer 1,700 sqm of residential and retail spaces while regenerating an area
Smart Ways to Keep Travel Spending in Check
With more people getting vaccinated, many are looking forward to reuniting with loved ones and making up for lost vacation time. However, budget is often a primary concern when planning a trip. To help make your money go further, consider these tips from the travel experts at Vrbo. Explore a new destination: With pent up travel demand, many popular travel destinations have already been booked months in advance. Instead of visiting traditionally popular locales, consider an
‘Healthy Italian Comfort Food’ Not an Oxymoron
‘Comfort food doesn’t have to be junk food,’ expert says Let’s face it: Dieting is hard, but it can be much less so when enjoying grocery items and recipes that are so satisfying, they don’t make us “feel” like we’re missing out on anything. For my part, it’s comfort food that I often miss the most when putting together a health-minded menu. This is especially during stressful times, as has been the case lately courtesy of
Tea Pairing 101 Advice from Boh Tea
Tea is incredibly versatile and can be paired with a vast variety of foods, from classic meat dishes to sweet chocolate desserts. It helps to focus on the main ingredients of the dish and then choosing the right tea based on that. Another tip to add some insight into tea pairing is looking at the cuisine from the traditional tea producing regions. For instance, Japanese green teas pair amazingly with most fish and seafood dishes as
The Future of Travel is Human
Internova Travel Group Reminds Us Why Humans Are Better at Servicing Travel Than Machines In an era dominated by technology, humans will always win on experience. That is why Internova Travel Group, one of the industry’s largest travel services companies, today announced the launch of a new advertising campaign to remind consumers that choosing to book travel through humans may be the best travel decision they could ever make. Internova represents more than 62,000 travel advisors
The Andy Warhol Foundation Inspire Canadians to Brighten their Day with Pop Art
Photo Courtesy of Campbell Company of Canada Art is best when it’s everywhere, for the world to enjoy and as Andy Warhol famously said, “Pop Art is for everyone”. In the spirit of making art accessible to all and in celebration of Andy Warhol’s iconic relationship with Campbell’s soup, Campbell Canada has launched limited edition Andy Warhol inspired soup cans across Canada. Campbell Canada has launched limited edition Andy Warhol inspired soup cans across Canada. The four distinct labels are available in the Campbell’s Condensed
THE OWO
Own a Piece of British History Photos Courtesy of Grain, London The OWO Residences by Raffles, Europe’s first Raffles branded residences, launches sales. Offering a rare opportunity to purchase a piece of Winston Churchill’s legacy, 85 homes are available in the impressive Grade II* listed former Old War Office building, which has been closed to the public for over a century. Having undergone a monumental and painstaking transformation over the last five years, the London landmark
Hublot Confirms Its Appointment as Official Timekeeper Of The Bol D’or Mirabaud And Announces A New “Friend Of The Brand” – It’s All Go In Geneva This Summer”
Summer is a time for renewal and new horizons; Hublot is confirming its close ties with the Bol d’Or Mirabaud as official timekeeper for the eighth consecutive season and will take the opportunity to present its new collaboration with Chef Jean-Edern Hurstel. The Bol d’Or Mirabaud allows Hublot to proudly demonstrate its attachment to its roots in Geneva and its love of sailing. What could be more natural than for Hublot to associate itself with this
Venom F5 Global Public Debut Set for Amelia Island Concours
Photos Courtesy of Hennessey Special Vehicles A Bespoke Rolls-Royce Phantom in Collaboration with Hermès Thousands of Concours attendees to see the 1,817 hp twin-turbo V8 Hennessey hypercar for the first time on May 22-23 – Exclusive opportunity for fans to be among first in the world to see Venom F5 – Hennessey hypercar to star at the Amelia Island Cars & Coffee show on May 22 – Intensive testing and development program pauses for first public
Welcome to our travel issue. One long year later after being nestled in our homes, many of us are ready to start traveling again.
In this issue, we have rounded up some great travel ideas. From new and notable restaurants to captivating destinations. This summer comes with infinite possibilities.
On the cover, we turned to The OWO Residences by Raffles. Situated at one of London’s most historically important and powerful addresses, the Old War Office, originally completed in 1906 and designed by British architect William Young.
Having undergone a monumental and painstaking transformation over the last five years, the London landmark is set to complete in 2022 and will also comprise the capital’s first Raffles hotel with 125-rooms and suites, a collection of nine restaurants and bars, and an immersive spa.
We hope you will, once again, enjoy learning and exploring new settings.
The Warmth and Beauty of Travel Await You!
Selcen Kavruklar
Editor-in-chief
