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Why is Finland the world’s happiest country, again? Buy into Finnish reasons to be cheerful
As those contented Finns are crowned by the World Happiness Report for the ninth year in a row, we explore why, and suggest ways to enjoy some Finnish cheer in the UK
By Tianna Williams Published
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A local’s guide to Hong Kong by Angelle Siyang-Le
As Art Basel Hong Kong arrives in the city (March 27-29), the fair's director shares her go-to spots
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Design takes the lead at andBeyond’s newest Kenyan lodge
Set in Northern Laikipia on a wild land rooted in conservation, andBeyond Suyian Lodge is an intimate stay deeply in tune with its surroundings
By Lauren Ho Published
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Tour Paris Rive Gauche’s most daring new hotel
A storied telephone exchange is now Hôtel Sax Paris, a high-gloss retreat with plenty of energy
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Tuscan steakhouse tradition lands at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
Inspired by the Chianti countryside, Edoardo Baldi’s new Beverly Hills steakhouse focuses on olive-wood grilled beef, regional pastas, and Italian wines
By Carole Dixon Published
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Sale e Pepe Mare brings Italian coastal dining to The Langham London
A seafood-focused spin-off of the Knightsbridge institution brings Riviera spirit and tableside theatre to Portland Place
By Ben McCormack Published
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A former bank vault becomes a whisky-fuelled izakaya in Singapore
Barrel Story of Hibiki pairs chef Sho Naganuma’s wood-fire cooking with one of Asia’s most serious Suntory collections
By Daven Wu Published
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Lake Como gets a modern shake-up with the arrival of this new hotel
The Lake Como Edition brings a contemporary design sensibility to a restored 19th-century palazzo overlooking the lake’s most cinematic stretch
By Laura May Todd Published
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A retro-inspired Athenian taverna arrives in Mayfair – discover Maza
Designed by Archer Humphryes Architects, the latest restaurant of Christina Mouratoglou and Adrien Carré pairs lively Greek dining with vinyl-spun evenings
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Love modernist design? Don’t miss this exhibition at this storied Austrian hotel
Within a historic Alpine setting, ‘Provenance’ at Almhof Schneider traces the journeys of modernist design across continents and time
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Imperial Hotel Kyoto revives a former geiko theatre
A layered 55-room retreat carries forward the legacy of a 1936 landmark, weaving together centuries of history and culture
By Danielle Demetriou Published
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Colour has flavour at this new London cocktail bar
Located in Covent Garden, Cato is a double act with New York soul and plenty of British spirit
By Ben McCormack Published
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6 essential independent movie theaters to visit in Los Angeles
With dazzling interiors and captivating films, these historic movie palaces are keeping the magic of the silver screen alive
By Hannah Benson Published
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Baz Luhrmann on designing Belmond’s Celia carriage: ‘I take hosting a party very seriously’
Inspired by ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ and Jazz Age glamour, the Australian director tells Wallpaper* the story behind his cinematic British Pullman carriage
By Tianna Williams Published
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Go wild in the country at Vipp’s first US guesthouse
Vipp Pavilion, designed by the renowned architectural firm Johnston Marklee, is an idyllic retreat in upstate New York
By Anna Fixsen Published
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Inside Quito’s newest boutique hotel, where Ecuadorian art is at the forefront
With just five suites, Casa Santa Clara provides an intimate stay in the protected historic centre of the city
By Lydia Swinscoe Published
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A local’s guide to Madrid: 15 unmissable haunts
As ARCO Madrid 2026 kicks off, discover where to stay, eat, drink and shop in the Spanish capital – recommended by the Wallpaper* travel team
By Sofia de la Cruz Last updated
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The 6 most stylish omakase spots to book in NYC right now
These intimate Japanese restaurants score points for cuisine and style. Here are our favourites to book now
By Dan Howarth Published
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The new London restaurants to book now
This month brings smoky flavours from the grill, classic Italian hospitality, and a bijou British Bistro
By Ben McCormack Last updated
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The new design-led hotels that should be on your radar
Explore the best new openings in the world, from elevated luxury in Tokyo and modern glamour in Hanoi to the return of an icon in San Francisco
By Lindsay Cohn Last updated
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Ever heard of Korean-Italian fusion? Lapaba in Los Angeles makes an irresistible case for the combination
From kimchi-filled pasta to black truffle soft serve, this new Koreatown restaurant truly blends the best of both worlds
By Carole Dixon Published
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Osteria Vibrato, founded by a former opera singer, hits a high note in London's Soho
The latest project from tenor Charlie Mellor, this laid-back Italian joint offers elegance, ease and fresh-baked amaretti biscuits
By Ben McCormack Published
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This two-room hotel in Nara is a design lover’s dream
Located in Naramachi, the heart of the Japanese ancient city, Tayura captivates with its boutique comforts and pink-putty colour scheme
By Jens H Jensen Published
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A Mexican airline brings craft to the cabin table with new in-flight dinnerware
More than 15 new pieces reinterpret Mexican material culture through porcelain and glass, engineered for lighter, space-saving in-flight service
By Clare Dowdy Published
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Wallpaper* wants to know: why are there suddenly so many bathing clubs in New York?
Schvitzes and banyas have been part of Gotham's cultural fabric for more than a century. But a never-ending new crop of experience-focused saunas and wellness spaces promises something else
By Emma O'Kelly Published
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Taipei’s most exclusive omakase experience has arrived in London
Sushi Amamoto opens in Mayfair, bringing 17-22 courses of disciplined craft, shifting flavours and near-impossible reservations
By Ruby Conway Published
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‘Heated Rivalry’ fans, book a stay at the show’s modernist Canadian cottage
You can now book Barlochan Cottage on Airbnb, the stunning site behind the hit TV show’s most intimate scenes
By Sofia de la Cruz Published


