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Writing, slowly.

Considered essays on the hotels, cities, and travellers that interest us.

Aman Tokyo vs Hoshinoya Tokyo: a considered comparison
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Aman Tokyo vs Hoshinoya Tokyo: a considered comparison

Two very different visions of urban stillness. A side-by-side, for the traveller choosing between them.

March 2026 · 8 min read
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Where to stay in Tokyo: the 2026 edition
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Where to stay in Tokyo: the 2026 edition

Our complete guide to Tokyo's finest stays, from the Aman to quieter newcomers in Ginza and Nihonbashi.

February 2026 · 12 min read
The case for Kowloon: Hong Kong's harbourfront hotels
City Guides

The case for Kowloon: Hong Kong's harbourfront hotels

Why the city's most considered stays now sit on the Kowloon side — and which view to ask for.

January 2026 · 9 min read
The Palace hotels of Paris: an opinionated guide
City Guides

The Palace hotels of Paris: an opinionated guide

Twelve palaces, one unforgettable city. Our honest read on who stays where, and why.

December 2025 · 14 min read