Mr Jordi Clos, owner of the Derby Hotels Collection Group, is passionate about art and a great collector of art. He is also president of the Clos Archaeological Foundation (founded in 1993), and the Egyptian Museum of Barcelona (1994). In each of his hotels (Madrid, Barcelona, London and Paris), he puts emphasis on pieces from his collection to provide the place with a unique character. One can find anything from African sculptures, to jewels, contemporary paintings, works of art dating back to Ancient Egypt, India, the Greco‐Roman Empire, Papua New Guinea… He is a true art enthusiast (antique...

After the first part of my recommendations from my last trip to New York City, it is time for a second edition. I hope you will enjoy it and you will follow my instructions! I encourage you to leave a comment and share your thoughts with us! Below, I continue presenting a list of places which you cannot miss while visiting New York with some images attached. These are must see attractions. The first part of my report you can find under: http://blog.epoquehotels.com/5158/new-york-city-insider-tips-part-i/ * Visit High Line – the New York City’s unique park which was built on a section...

I have just visited New York and I would like to share my impressions of the city with you. Whoever traveled to New York City knows that the following lyrics: “These streets will make you feel brand new, Big lights will inspire you” of the song of Alicia Keys and Jay-Z are nothing else than the truth! New York is such an amazing city where even walking along the streets itself is a marvelous experience. Its high buildings are astonishing and the atmosphere is impressive. Once you are in Manhattan, you might feel a little bit lost, but only for a moment. The transportation system is great and...

Courtesy of The Toren Hotel in Amsterdam Here are some tips on where to go in the enchanting city of Amsterdam. Please see some recommendations from The Toren Hotel, Amsterdam. Unique Amsterdam Shopping: The Nine Streets – 5 minute walk from The Toren, De Negen Straatjes – is in the heart of Amsterdam’s canal district and is one of the city’s most delightful shopping areas. These picturesque streets straddle the 17th Century canals from the Singel to the Prinsengracht. Spend a fabulous day wandering from one to the next exploring the designer boutiques, art galleries, jewellers,...

Courtesy of Hotel Amira We present you the second part of the guide about the best restaurants in Istanbul, the first part is available under: http://blog.epoquehotels.com/4755/top-istanbul-restaurants-part-1/ Straddling the Bosphorus, its skyline studded with domes and minarets, Istanbul is one of the truly great romantic cities. Its history tracks back from Byzantium to Constantinople to its place at the head of the Ottoman Empire. Today it hums as Turkey’s cultural heart and good-time capital. In this sprawling, continent-spanning city you can tramp the streets where crusaders...