Croatia is situated south of Italy and about five times bigger than Switzerland. Its coastline on the Adriatic Sea is stunning. There are 1246 islands, of which 47 are permanently inhabited. Hvar, Krk or Rab are among the better known. The capital is Zagreb and its medieval upper town, Gornji Grad, is a major tourist attraction. You can also find very interesting museums there. The museum of illusions, for example, or the museum of broken … more »

Spring is knocking on the door. The perfect time to think of a weekend getaway in the Swiss mountains: a breath of fresh air, a break from everyday life and immersion in everything that makes SWISSness. A stay at the 5* Hotel Crans Ambassador in Crans Montana procures you just that. it is a a luxurious oasis in Valais with a fantastic view of the Alps. Right upon arrival I … more »

Journey to the magical land of blue lagoons and Northern Lights with the Iceland Collection by OPI. Featuring a palette inspired by the country’s scenic, varied landscape of volcanoes, geysers, hot springs, lava fields and glaciers, this collection offers a range of captivating, chic hues that portray the wild beauty of Iceland. The Iceland Collection features 12 new shades in classic Nail Lacquer, Long-Wear Infinite Shine and GelColor formulas, with … more »

Lausanne recently welcomed a new fashion hotspot: KA/NOA, specialized in slow wear for men. From father to son, the family is the focus at KA/NOA! The passing on of values and know-how from generation to generation is key in producing the finest clothing. The brand proposes timeless essentials that are all 100% Made in Italy, by the hands of men for men! Timelessness, longevity and tradition are values that are … more »

When the French author Stendhal visited Florence in 1817 the poor man was so overwhelmed by all the beauty and art in the Tuscan capital that it ended up making him feel emotionally drained and physically unwell. In one of his books he says: ‘”I was in a sort of ecstasy, from the idea of being in Florence, close to the great men whose tombs I had seen. Absorbed in … more »

“Baby, it’s cold outside. Fancy a raclette date night?” “Euh, JAAA!” It is beautiful. And so romantic. Cozy and snug, the Widder Igloo invites you to cuddle up! A winter wonderland in arctic blue and white right in the heart of Zurich. When the temperatures outside drop, come inside and let the champagne pop! That’s what we did at the opening of the Igloo last Tuesday. Here, in this cocoon, sheltered … more »

As we welcome autumn, it is with slight melancholy that I look back at summer and all the wonderful events, trips and encounters that made it particularly memorable this year. The biggest revelation was definitely Ibiza. Before this summer, I have never been and then – suddenly – three times in a row! Maybe this is a sign? In all honesty, Ibiza is one of the places I could see … more »