History (Still) In The Making: After Eight Years Of Restoration, The Raffles London At The Owo Opens To Guests

When Frieze London debuted in 2003, 27,700 visitors came to view 124 gallerists, representing what was then a small London contemporary art scene. Initially founded by Frieze magazine founders Amanda Sharp and Matthew Slotover, Frieze was eventually purchased by American talent agency and holding group Endeavor. In the 20 years since its inception, the art fair has blown up to become one of the most esteemed in the world, with an annual attendance of over 100,000 and editions in New York and Los Angeles.

This as-told-to story is based on a conversation with Sarah Littauer, a 27-year-old photographer based in Australia. She shares what she's learned since moving to Perth, Australia in 2019. It's been edited for length and clarity. 

Several blocks away from The Dolli in Athens’ central Plaka, visitors encounter the ruins of Hadrian’s Library and the Roman Agora before climbing the hill up to the Acropolis. Guests of The Dolli, though, have an easier time if they want a glimpse of the Parthenon’s splendor: they can take a table at the rooftop restaurant or sit in or by the infinity pool, both with straight on views of this iconic temple. It’s one reason to stay at this new boutique hotel, a part of Grecotel Hotels & Resorts, which opened officially in January and one reason owner Mari Daskalantonaki selected this site. But it’s not the only advantage of being in residence here.

Several blocks away from The Dolli in Athens’ central Plaka, visitors encounter the ruins of Hadrian’s Library and the Roman Agora before climbing the hill up to the Acropolis. Guests of The Dolli, though, have an easier time if they want a glimpse of the Parthenon’s splendor: they can take a table at the rooftop restaurant or sit in or by the infinity pool, both with straight on views of this iconic temple. It’s one reason to stay at this new boutique hotel, a part of Grecotel Hotels & Resorts, which opened officially in January and one reason owner Mari Daskalantonaki selected this site. But it’s not the only advantage of being in residence here.

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Atlanta, Georgia is well-known for being the home to many prominent American brands like Coca-Cola, Delta, and CNN — among others. But the “New York of the South” stands out on its own, for its one-of-a-kind personality and unique lineup of visitor attractions. Here are ten spots to spend the night while exploring this historic Southern city.

As a flock of noisy jet skiers circle the Statue of Liberty on a warm October evening, Matthew Rhys looks out at the horizon. “There’s a Welsh word, hiraeth, which is loosely translated to ‘a longing for home,’" he says. “But it's something slightly more than that. It's a longing for something that can never be again.”

Tucked off a busy street in Holborn, and found in its own serene courtyard, some guests might be confused at first as to how they exactly check into Rosewood London. But, this is all part of its charm. Since its launch some 10 years ago, the hotel has become a staple on London’s luxury hospitality scene, regardless of its under-the-radar location, beloved by “in-the-know” Londoners and out-of-towners alike.

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