Sofia de la Cruz
Sofia de la Cruz is the Travel Editor at Wallpaper*. A self-declared flâneuse, she feels most inspired when taking the role of a cultural observer – chronicling the essence of cities and remote corners through their nuances, rituals, and people. Her work lives at the intersection of art, design, and culture, often shaped by conversations with the photographers who capture these worlds through their lens.
Latest articles by Sofia de la Cruz
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Harry Nuriev’s Noisy Oyster London bistro isn’t quite finished – and that’s the point
A futuristic, work-in-progress aesthetic forms a striking backdrop for a new, sustainably focused seafood bistro in Shoreditch
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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This café-restaurant in Mumbai feels like a warm hug in design form
Conceived by Studio RCI, Bomdia Brasserie is a comforting two-storey venue in the Matunga neighbourhood, where every detail invites you to linger
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Discover Philippe Starck’s most surreal hotel yet
At Maison Heler Metz, brutalism meets bedtime story, with a 19th-century home perched on a concrete tower and a fictional host guiding the way
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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At this elegant new aparthotel in Florence, local living is done right
This Time Tomorrow offers bespoke itineraries and neoclassical interiors that echo the city’s layered soul
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Out of office: the Wallpaper* editors’ picks of the week
It’s been another week of Wallpaper* being first through the door – visiting, sampling and reporting back on the freshest in art, design, beauty and more. Highlights included a new rental development, skincare residency and Edinburgh hotel…
By Anna Solomon Published
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Ten of the best travel essentials: a lush upgrade to how you pack, fly, and arrive
Discover the Wallpaper* edit of travel essentials, from the ultimate hero tote bag to altitude-proof skincare
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Swiss unveils new long-haul cabins, including a superior double bed suite
Four redesigned cabins, five types of business seats, and two exclusive first-class suites. Here’s what Swiss is betting on for its next-generation fleet
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Café Kitsuné doubles down on London with a new location
Café Kitsuné continues its global expansion with a bijou two-floor venue in Covent Garden that prioritises both craft and flavour
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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More is more at Bar Issi, a maximalist new dining destination in Palm Springs
Fettle studio fuses eco-conscious materials with bold design gestures in this playful space inside the new Thompson Hotel
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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You can live out your Gatsby dreams, thanks to Claridge’s new Jazz Age-themed sleepover
Check in for the legendary hotel's Bright Young Things Sleepover — Shalimar perfume included
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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This chic new restaurant in Ibiza looks like a gallery and feels like a party
Mira by Gathering marries contemporary art, Mediterranean fare, and laid-back glamour in a space designed for both contemplation and celebration
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Locke unveils its most theatrical aparthotel yet in Paris
Design studio Fettle creates a layered and light-filled escape for the hospitality brand’s first Paris outpost, Le Jardin de Verre by Locke
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Cicchetti Piccadilly is like dining inside a Venetian sunset. Here's what we ate
San Carlo Group’s beloved Italian haunt returns with a glowing new look, just steps from its original home
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A poignant Lebanese photo book reflects on the memory of home
Charbel Alkhoury conveys the ache of seeking asylum in a photography book that documents not just a place, but its lingering afterimage
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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A local’s guide to Atlanta
Drawn by the city’s diversity and queer community, life coach and writer Cator Sparks returned to Atlanta after 25 years away. He shares his favourite haunts
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Out of office: the Wallpaper* editors’ picks of the week
While a few of our editors were in Europe for various showcases and launches, others stayed local, uncovering new cuisines, eccentric exhibitions and glorious gardens this side of the Channel
By Gabriel Annouka Published
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Here’s how Heathrow is reimagining airport chaos as ambient music
Grammy-nominated Jordan Rakei turns travel noise into a meditative soundtrack by sampling everything from baggage belts to jet engines
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Is this London’s slickest burger joint?
Already proven in Paris, Dumbo’s smash-hit formula of precision, confidence, and simplicity arrives in Shoreditch – and yes, it’s worth the wait
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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A colossal ‘ship’ in Shanghai honours Louis Vuitton’s travel legacy
Louis Vuitton’s The Louis is an OMA-designed hub combining retail, culture and dining in the heart of Nanjing West Road
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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You can now book England and Wales’ first luxury sleeper train
Belmond announces the maiden voyage of its new ‘romantic and nostalgic’ luxury train, the Britannic Explorer
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A local architect’s guide to Joshua Tree
Mirtilla Alliata di Montereale shares her favourite things to do to slow down, look closely, and discover Joshua Tree through a more intentional lens
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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The EU backs a major overhaul of passenger rights, including free hand luggage
The proposed legislation sets clear luggage limits, guarantees seating for children, and extends protections for vulnerable travellers and multimodal journeys
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Waldorf Astoria Maldives rolls out a rare Ferrari joyride for guests
Waldorf Astoria Maldives, in partnership with Hedley Studios, allows guests to test-drive a scaled-down, all-electric version of Ferrari’s 250 Testa Rossa
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Meet artist Michael McGregor, using hotel stationery as his canvas
Michael McGregor unveils an exclusive postcard set made with notepads from The Luxury Collection properties in Minneapolis, San Francisco and Savannah
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
