Frontrunners in design and art at close quarters

Frontrunners in gastronomy at close quarters

In the face of continued global uncertainty and market volatility, the future of the luxury travel and hospitality sector remains a challenging one. However, those brands and services that empower individuals to enjoy the human qualities of travel will find a way forward.

Founded by soap aficionado, Brigitte Kroos-Francot, B-Natural creates luxurious skincare, packed with the bountiful goodness of nature.

In this article, Meredith Stark, Director Brand & Marketing at Oostwegel Collection, interviews two leaders in the field of regenerative travel experiences about their motivation, impact and future plans.

Spencer’s…what? That’s right - Spencer’s Social Club. It’s a rolling calendar of cultural pop-up events curated by emerging makers and local foodies.

One day each Autumn it happens. In Winselerhof’s vineyard, a curious crowd reaches for the ripe Müller Thurgau grapes. General Manager plucks together with guests, volunteers team up with local residents.

Is a lifetime of happiness achievable? Meet Josje Smeets, the Happiness Psychologist. As a professor of positive psychology at Maastricht University, she not only imparts the secrets to happiness but also guides individuals and organisations towards better health and resilience.

Learn about Alicja, who decided to follow her heart and change her life from being a succesful TV producer to setting up a lifestyle brand that sees sustainability and mindful practices as the basis.

Guido Dilweg brings both old and new techniques, alongside extraordinary innovation to a host of bespoke projects.

In our business, luxury is now all about travelling for personal fulfilment, about embracing the journey, not the destination.

The designer explains that fashion is design, art & architecture all in one. To fortify his collection, Jan Taminiau has recently collaborated with Kruisherenhotel Maastricht as the exceptional location to exhibit his latest work.

Petra Stienen on leaving, longing and belonging. With her open glance, she can make the gesture feel like a warm embrace, the heartfelt curiosity of a conversation partner who wants to know all about the world and anyone in it.

Luuk Melisse, who founded Sanctum with his life partner, Gabriel Olszewski, shares his tips for healthy living.

As a planner at Château St. Gerlach, for Sinnika Nelissen no day is the same. Here, she organizes events guests will remember forever: from weddings to conferences and for 10 to 1000 people.

When guests arrive at Château Neercanne, I am the first person they see. I welcome them and make conversation.

One photographer, two dancers. Wander along through a mystical and meandering landscape with traces from prehistoric times.

Lightyear One, the world’s first long range solar car.

Tomorrow is a bright day

Balancing between design, art, craftsmanship and technology.

Her MICHI'M uniform collection mixes classic functionality with the social uniforms that present as tracksuits.

Each piece is crafted by hand. There are no prototypes, nor such a thing as ‘good’ or ‘bad’.

Memories by guest Humberto Tan.

Marriël and Camille in conversation about leadership.