Favourite Things

World’s first A.I. ballet This season, the Leipzig Ballet at Oper Leipzig presented Fusion, a multidisciplinary ballet production that pushed the boundaries of art and technology. oper-leipzig.de/en/ensemble/leipziger-ballett   On Lizard Peninsula A historic maritime home, the Signal Station is the most southerly self-catering home in…

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HF Spa Diaries

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Olfactory research leads to well-being fragrances   After 35 years of bringing together experts in neuroscience and perfumery Japanese fragrance house, Takasago has created a new category referred to as “active wellbeing fine fragrances.” Their sixessences, tested physiologically and proven to have a positive impact…

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The Art of Chic

The ideal recipe for eclectic chic and 21st-century style? Combine the classic details of an Hausmannian apartment with owner Emmanuel de Bayser’s eye for the finest mid-century furniture and design objects—plus a growing collection of contemporary art. Parfait! When boutique owner and collector Emmanuel de…

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HF Overheard

Looking at greener pastures Living near green space can slow biological aging by an average of 2.5 years according to a new study from Feinberg School of Medicine. It’s thought but unproven that exposure to green infrastructure and nature is linked to more physical activity…

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HF Field Notes

Hanoi’s incense artisans keep tradition alive Cited as a great place to visit, Quang Phu Cau Village is known for the amazing incense artisans that keep a ‘core’ 100-year tradition alive. The village is 35 kilometres from downtown Hanoi in the countryside. Incense making is a…

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HF Weekender

The butler is on the job In keeping with the hotel’s decades old tradition started by founder John, Jacob Asper IV, the butlers are ‘on the job’ at the recently opened St. Regis Chicago suites. Located on the water’s edge in a unique spot where…

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