The Taste

Exmouth, a vibrant seaside town nestled at the mouth of the wide River Exe in South Devon, offers a seamless and supremely restful antidote to the stresses of modern life. Easily accessible via the scenic Avocet Line from Exeter,...

The Stockholm archipelago, a sprawling maze of some thirty thousand islands, has long been a treasured retreat for Swedes, but a quiet revolution is now taking place on its outer edges. This year, the country established its second marine...

The twin islands of Lošinj and Cres, nestled in Croatia's Kvarner Gulf, have quietly emerged from the shadow of their Dalmatian rivals to become an essential destination for the discerning traveler. Lošinj, known for centuries as the ‘Island of...

Just a short journey west of Riga’s familiar Art Nouveau splendour lies an altogether different Latvia, a vast, wind-swept wilderness known as Kurzeme. This western region, formerly the historical Duchy of Courland, spans an area nearly the size of...

Beyond the well-trodden paths of Paris, Rome, and Venice, a discerning cohort of travellers is championing a new era of European city breaks. These destinations, less constrained by crowds and often more affordable, offer a rich tapestry of culture,...

Every individual who colors their hair is familiar with the inevitable dilemma: that moment when the tell-tale shimmer of gray or the harsh demarcation line of previous color treatment becomes visible. In a world where busy schedules push salon...

The bob is more than just a haircut; it is a statement of confidence, a defining silhouette that has constantly evolved to reflect the spirit of the moment. In 2025, the timelessness of the cut is its greatest strength,...

The 10-step Korean skincare routine has long been celebrated as the gold standard for achieving the enviable "glass skin" complexion—a look characterized by luminosity, plumpness, and a poreless-like finish. While the initial idea of a ten-product regimen may feel...

The modern beauty landscape has reached a new frontier, where the concept of an 'icon' is now defined not just by heritage or longevity, but by sheer technological disruption. The 2024 Harper’s Bazaar Beauty Icon Awards celebrate the 43...

At 61, Mariska Hargitay is the consummate role model who embodies a vibrant, unapologetic approach to beauty and aging, having successfully transitioned from a television icon to a powerful, self-aware public figure. Her recent partnership with Cetaphil for their...