The Sybarite Magazine: Curated Luxury, Culture & Access

Forest Sanctuary: Amanyangyun

Ruth Tertilt experiences the rejuvenating powers at Amanyangyun, Shanghai.

Tucked away within a protected camphor forest on the outskirts of Shanghai, Amanyangyun is a retreat unlike any other. 16 years in the making, its story began 700 kilometres away in Fuzhou, Jiangxi province. The hotel was born from an ambitious conservation effort that saw 10,000 camphor trees relocated and 26 Ming and Qing Dynasty antique villas disassembled stone by stone and painstakingly rebuilt on...

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Hotel spa treatment room with twin beds .

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Women Who Launch: Meet Designer Hayley Menzies

In this edition of Women Who Launch, Menzies talks about making the jump from a career in the nightlife industry, how she continues to innovate while staying true to her brand ethos, and her favourite milestones from the past 15 years.

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Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences Around the World to Book in 2026

Below, discover our curated list of once-in-a-lifetime experiences around the world, combining luxury, exclusivity, and insider access.

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The Ixian Grand & All Suites: Aegean Opulence on the Western Coast of Rhodes

Sara Darling sought serenity at adults-only retreat, The Ixian Grand & All Suites. Below, read her honest verdict.

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Ella Álkyna: The Greek Escape For Grown Ups

Yvette Legge discovers the Ionian charm of Ella Álkyna - a new adults-only resort from Ella Resorts.

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The Art of Personalised Luxury: A Stay at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai Pudong

At The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai Pudong, luxury reveals itself in the most personal of ways - quietly, intuitively, and without ever needing to be asked for. Every detail feels considered, every gesture intentional, turning a stay into something deeply individual. It’s not just about being well looked after, but about feeling unmistakably known.

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In The Footsteps of Pioneering Artist David Hockney

“I have always believed that art should be a deep pleasure,” Hockney once said. The man himself may be gone but, fortunately, you can still find that pleasure - and that colour and joy - all over the world. Below, Sarah Rodrigues curates a Hockney pilgrimage.