THE WORLD MADE LOCAL A UGUST /SEPTEMBER 2022 | AED 25 BHD 2.5 | KWD 2 | OMR 2.5 INCLUSIVE OF VATPart of THE OZEN COLLECTIONozenreserve-bolifushi.com@ozenreservebolifushi Colour the canvas of romance at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI with exquisite gourmet experiences, sundowners at OZAR, and enchanting photoshoots against gorgeous Maldivian sunsets. Indulge in soulful couple spa therapies at ELE|NA Spa and enjoy memorable Scuba-Diving expeditions with your beloved as you explore the Indian Ocean with the resort’s PADI-certified instructors. Private bliss is the order of the day at the various romantic abodes at the resort, these include: the overwater Ocean Pool Suites and beachside Sunrise & Sunset Earth Pool Villas. REFINED ELE GANCE3 THE WORLD MADE LOCAL Summer Numo Ierapetra Beach Resort, Crete The sinking feeling hit as we watched the same bags circle around the carousel for the 100th time. With each disappointing empty loop, more panic set in. It happened for the second time this summer: luggage lost in the chaos many European airports are facing. But initial devastation turned into a sort of freedom, and when (three days later) my suitcase returned, I found myself not even opening it. Strangely, less baggage meant less unpacking, less time pondering outfits and more for exploring. Nothing should get in the way of the excitement of travel. For those who encounter a similar problem, and are in glitzy destinations like Ibiza, Cap Ferrat or Capri, the world’s best fashion brands are running pop-ups this summer and will soon have you forgetting about your suitcase. Of course, we’ve got plenty of inspiration for destinations with endless summers. Monaco is having an annus mirabilis, pioneering hoteliers are showing historic Crete through a modern lens, and Belmond’s quirky years-in-the-making art collaboration has come to life in Italy. So much is happening this summer, so don’t let the doom and gloom stop you from getting out there. Get good travel insurance, pack smart hand luggage and get exploring. Safe travels! Follow us: @cntravellerme PHO TOGR APH: JOSHU A CRADDOCK EDITOR'S LETTER ON THE COVER EX NIHILO Lust In Paradise Eau de Parfum Riva Aquarama by Michael Verdon ASSOULINE Coco Beach blue and multicolour bag in denim CHANEL Blu Mediterraneo Collection midi bustier dress in majolica print poplin DOLCE&GABBANA Dioresort small brim hat DIOR THE WORLD MADE LOCAL REINVENTED THE RED SEA THE RED SEA Grand Hyatt The Red Sea, Saudi Arabia THE WORLD MADE LOCAL Reinventing THE RED SEA Rosewood Red Sea, Saudi Arabia FEATURES EDITOR Isabella Sullivan 3 1 2 5 44 AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2022 CONTENTS 965 75 56 122 108 3 EDITOR’S LETTER 6 CONTRIBUTORS WORD OF MOUTH 9 PARADISE POP-UPS These luxury summer boutiques will make you wish you lost your luggage WHERE TO STAY 15 THE NEW RENAISSANCE Conceptual art is breathing new life into Italy’s most storied hotels 26 RIVIERA REVIVAL Glossy Monaco is having a moment 44 TURN UP THE HEAT Five tales from one the most dynamic destinations in America 56 MODERN GREECE Meet the hoteliers championing Crete’s secret southern coast 64 THE REAL DEAL The enduring allure of Mykonos STYLE 76 EBB AND FLOW Fluid lines and soft fabrics against the otherworldly boulders of Seychelles 88 MAKING A SPLASH The creatives behind Senegal’s buzzing new scene 96 THE CAMEL WHISPERER From the verdant landscapes of Germany to the arid Dubai desert 104 SHOPPING IN COPENHAGEN Retailers in the neighbourhood of Nørrebro are upping the ante 108 LEADING LIGHTS Checking into the brightest and best new hotels in Paris 122 BEDHOPPING WITH ALICE TEMPERLEY The founder of Temperley London’s favourite haute hippy haunts PHO T OGR APHS: D ANIEL A S A TER A T MMG AR TIS T S , TEMPERLE Y L ONDON 96 CONTRIBUTORS DANIEL ASATER The Beirut-born, Dubai-based photographer is known for his imagery charaterised by graphic lines, craftsmanship and elegance. What’s your dream summer destination? Anywhere in Italy. What are your summer wardrobe essentials? Blue-striped swimsuits, white linen shirts and pants, espadrilles. What are your recommended beach reads? I usually listen to music on the beach but I would recommend Rainbow Rainbow by Lydia Conklin and Jasmine and Fire: A Bittersweet Year in Beirut by Salma Abdelnour What’s in your beach bag? Sunscreen, headphones, striped beach towel, water and a protein bar. What’s been your best alfresco meal? Bitterballen – a meaty Dutch snack – washed down with a glass of chilled white grape. Where next? Puglia. SONIA SULTAN Originally from London, this Dubai-based freelance journalist has a refined eye for all things luxury and travel. What’s your dream summer destination? I loved sailing around the Dalmatian islands in Croatia. There is an authentic ruggedness about Croatia which I find very appealing. From charming little villages, to cultural cities, picturesque ports, delicious local food and stunning scenery, Croatia is a gem. What are your summer wardrobe essentials? Pippa Holt kaftans, dad sandals and Hunza G swimwear. What are your recommended beach reads? Circe – A humourous and humane take on feminism during the age of Greek Heros. Daisy Jones & The Six – A Seventies rock ‘n’ roll, journey into the world of rock music, love and lust. My Brilliant Friend explores the toxicity in female friendships with seductive and perilous Fifties Naples as the backdrop. What’s been your best alfresco meal? La Sponda Restaurant, Le Sireneuse Hotel, Positano for the views and vibes. Where next? A little party time in Mykonos followed by a family road-trip in Spain. This dazzlingly accomplished, Oxford- educated content creator professes to be in a constant state of FOMO. What’s your dream summer destination? Ideally I’d be able to mix somewhere frivolous, decadent and beachy like St Tropez, Sardinia or The Hamptons with a more adventurous second stop that would give me somewhere new to tick off my travel bucket list. And I have to pay London a visit as that park-filled city bathed in sunshine is pure joy. What are your summer wardrobe essentials? Oversized maxi sundresses, gold sandals and huge sunglasses. And chic pyjamas that you can venture out in if you have a sudden craving for a midnight snack. What’s in your beach bag? Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush-On Shield for the face and Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion. What are your recommended beach reads? How to Fail by Elizabeth Day gives you a fascinating glimpse into how successful – and diverse – people cope with trying times. What’s been your best alfresco meal? Lunch at the Tahiti Beach Club in St Tropez with two of my closest girlfriends. I couldn’t tell you what we ate but the heavens opened mid-meal and instead of the crowd scattering for cover, the venue cranked up the music and everyone started dancing on their tables in the pouring rain. Where next? I am hoping to catch the Great Migration in Tanzania’s Serengeti with Asilia Africa. I have been on safari before but never seen the spectacle where over 1.5 million animals move at the same time. NATASH A FARUQUEPart of THE OZEN COLLECTIONozenlife-maadhoo.com@ozenlife-maadhoo Days of endless sunshine and adventure unfold at THE OZEN RESIDENCE, a one-of-a-kind palatial overwater holiday home where you can bask in the sun-kissed mornings on an expansive deck with an infinity pool, sun loungers, and overwater hammocks. 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