The Artisans Reimagining Florence’s Finest Hotel

Italy’s ultimate retreat and Renaissance haven, Villa San Michele occupies a privileged perch on the hills overlooking Florence. Set within the original monastery and gardens, every space is designed to deepen the connection to Florence’s breathtaking landscape and rich culture. Discover the artisans reviving this Renaissance legend, reopening in Spring 2026 after a complete renovation.

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A cosy, cluttered artists' studio with paintings, art supplies, plants, and dried flowers. Works of art and reference photos cover the walls. A desk lamp and shelves of jars are visible in the background.
A metal tray holding a grilled cob of red corn placed between two pieces of charred, grilled bone marrow, all arranged neatly on a white background.

Recipe: Esquites with Marrow

A touch of decadence in a single-serving cup, these esquites with bone marrow are a reminder that Mexican street food doesn’t always need to be minimal or pure – it can also be fun, a little wild and exactly what you want when the day gets too serious.

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Beaches, by Belmond

January is a month for rest, rejuvenation and dreaming of sun-soaked escapes. From iconic coastlines to hidden shores, these are the world’s most beautiful beaches – experienced the Belmond way.

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Belmond’s 2026 Culture Calendar

With our properties situated across some of the world’s most culturally rich destinations, our 2026 calendar highlights must-see music festivals, art fairs and luxury travel experiences around the globe.

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What to Wear on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

It’s the one place in the world where it’s impossible to be overdressed. Style expert Osman Ahmed reveals her top tips on what to wear on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, as part of our ‘Location Dressing’ series.

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Where Nature Blossoms into Art

Discover how artist Anna Deller-Yee reinterprets Belmond’s iconic gardens – from bergamot to jasmine – in a limited-edition festive candle and trinket tray celebrating global biodiversity.

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People relax on deck chairs beneath blue-striped parasols on the white sands of Collata Beach by Lake Titicaca's blue waters.

Hello From the World’s Highest Beach

Most beaches meet the sea, however, this one greets the sky. Stake your spot at Collata Beach on Lake Titicaca’s Taquile Island, where Belmond’s Andean Explorer is offering a rare trip to the shore at an altitude of nearly 4,000 metres.

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And The Winner Is…

The Belmond Photographic Residency, now in its second year, has crowned a new winner. Meet Tara L. C. Sood and her award-winning submission. 

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The Wedding Trends Defining 2026

 Planning your big day? Weddings in 2026 are moving beyond tradition to embrace celebrations that are personal, meaningful and effortlessly elegant. From intimate beach elopements to sophisticated Art Deco-inspired soirées, discover the top trends for next year – each paired with the perfect Belmond venue. 

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The Great British Sunday Roast

The Brits’ love of a Sunday Roast has survived rationing and the rise of fads and food trends to carve out a place at the very heart of British culture. Discover the history of our national love affair with the Sunday Roast, and where to find the very best in London. 

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Recipe: Enchiladas del Portal

While the term ‘enchiladas’ covers a wide range of flavour combinations with infinite permutations of stuffings and toppings, this version uses Guajillo chillies for a beautifully smoky flavour and sweet heat, which combines perfectly with cinnamon and cumin – the ultimate Mexican comfort food.

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Peru: An Odyssey Across a Time-Honoured Land

In this extract from “Peru: An Odyssey Across a Time-Honoured Land,” a new book published by Assouline in collaboration with Belmond, journalist Catherine Contreras reveals a Peru travel guide, inviting readers to explore one of the planet’s most captivating destinations and showcasing the beauty of the locations where Belmond’s hotels and trains are found throughout Peru. 

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Eat Your Way Through El Bajío

Discover ‘El Bajío: Recipes & Wanderings Through Mexico’s Heartland,’ the fourth cookbook in the collaborative series between Belmond and Apartamento. 

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Splendido: The Radiant Stage of Portofino

For the new Belmond Assouline travel book, British journalist Matthew Bell dives into the history of Splendido to tell us the tales of the gem of the Italian Riviera. The hotel, which has entered a new chapter on the radiant stage of Portofino after a painstaking renovation, transforms into a mythical legend in the new Assouline travel book – discover an excerpt from the guide and read about the secret stories behind the iconic destination.

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How Wes Anderson Redesigned Our Train

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Design

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Inside the Britannic Explorer

As our new luxury sleeper train, the Britannic Explorer, joins the rails of England and Wales in summer 2025, Wallpaper* design director Hugo Macdonald meets the brains behind the uniquely British interiors.

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Food & Drink

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Breaking Bread with Chef Dominique Crenn

Forget everything you thought you knew about dining on a boat. Meet Chef Dominique Crenn – of the 3 Michelin star Atelier Crenn – who is charting a new course for French river cruising on board Les Bateaux Belmond, her new culinary canvas.

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Oro Head Chef Vania Ghedini, with short dark hair, wearing a branded apron, smiles in a portrait taken in the hotel gardens.

Breaking Bread with Chef Vania Ghedini

Living and working in Venice means having a constant connection with the wonders of the sea that surrounds this city. For Vania Ghedini, Head Chef at Hotel Cipriani’s ORO Restaurant, it’s also the source of her inspiration in the kitchen.  

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