Hotels & Experiences

Sakura – the art of transience Cherry blossom season in Japan is not a postcard cliché—it is a living, moving phenomenon that reshapes the atmosphere of an entire country. From the tropical air of Okinawa, where the first blossoms open in January, to the lingering chill of Hokkaido in May, the sakura front advances like a soft pink tide across 3,000 kilometres and six climate zones. In this issue, we follow photographer Armin Schirmer on a journey that rarely appears in trave

Set in the peaceful southeast of Zanzibar, this newly opened resort combines contemporary design with natural warmth, offering everything travellers need without stepping outside the property. Think international cuisine from four restaurants, relaxing pools overlooking the ocean, water sports, spa indulgence, and spacious rooms set among tropical gardens. Discover how this “adult-friendly” hideaway avoids the island’s usual transport hassle, why a rocky coastline becomes a u