Four Seasons Magazine 

The Travel Issue

Get inspired by travel, whatever your destination or flavour. Sample the street food of Mumbai, check out Istanbul’s eclectic shopping scene, and take a global tour of new architectural landmarks. Designer Michael Kors gives style guidance for jet-setters, and our own fashion shoot offers up sleek, fresh looks for your next journey.


Features


Fashion: Summer Means Fun

What’s the proper attire for the season? Look no further than nautical stripes, bold colours and glamorous accessories for energetic adventures and travel. Add some touches of luxury with jewellery by Chopard, shoes from Christian Dior—even Hermès accoutrements  for your pooch.

Flavours of Mumbai

India’s largest city, home to 19 million inhabitants, has long been a magnet for those seeking their dreams and bringing their food traditions along. From everyday street stalls to urbane lounges, the best way to get to know Mumbai is to sample its culinary cultures. Begin your tasting tour with us.

» Web Exclusive: Sample the culture and flavour of Mumbai with recipes for street food favourites.

Edifice Complex

Jane’s Carousel Pavilion in New York. The Museum of Memory and Tolerance in Mexico. Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London. Wadi Hanifa Wetlands in Riyadh. Helix Bridge in Singapore. If you haven’t seen them, add these five compelling contemporary works of architecture to your must-see list.

The Voluntourist

After the death of his father, writer Ken Budd finds himself pondering life’s big questions: Why am I here? What am I doing that matters? How will I be remembered when I’m gone? Budd finds his answers and a new direction through voluntourism experiences in China, Ecuador, Kenya and New Orleans.

The Front


Coming of Age

Chairman’s Letter

Contributors

Time to Travel

Editor’s Letter

World of Style


Purple and Portable

Asprey luggage in au currant aubergine brings a bit of panache to a day trip or weekend getaway.

Wrap Stars

Striking scarves and shawls that are as practical as they are beautiful.

Perfect Pairing

Brilliantly versatile—earrings that transition from day to night.

Shopping Istanbul

From the Grand Bazaar to the spice market to neighbourhoods full of intriguing boutiques, Turkey’s largest city has much to offer the serious shopper.

Beauty to Go

Six petite but powerful products that can help you look and feel your best, even on the road.

Give Me Shelter

Protection from the elements—chic hats that pack like a dream.

Garden Club

Our seasonal selections—both debuts and classics—of fragrances redolent with florals and fruits.

Going Places

Globetrotting designer Michael Kors reveals how the locations he visits inspire him to look at fashion  with fresh eyes.

In the Bag

Celebrities from the worlds of fashion, film, sport and food share what they just can’t bear to leave behind.

Handle This

Warm up to structured ladylike carryalls in irresistibly fiery colours.

Style at a Glance

New This Season

World at a Glance


Press On

For centuries, the olive tree has provided us with one of our most precious commodities.

Discovering Oil

The author of Extra Virginity uncovers the historical,  medical, culinary and spiritual highlights of fine olive oil.

» Web Exclusive: Read an excerpt from Tom Mueller’s book Extra Virginity and sample olive oil-infused recipes.

Map Quest

An exploration of the enduring allure (and investment value) of vintage cartography.

» Web Exclusive: See artful views of the world in this gallery of vintage maps.

Good Company

Do your next party a favour: Invite a social butterfly. These easygoing wines have plenty of personality and adapt smoothly to all sorts of situations.

The Heart of Lebanon

Delve deep into the geological secrets of the country with a visit to Jeita Grotto near Beirut.

Paddle Break

A Vancouver sea kayaking adventure allows visitors a quintessential—and logistically simple—taste of the city’s aqua culture.

Open Field

You don’t have to be a pro to play the legendary links of England’s Royal Lytham & St Annes.

The World at a Glance

The World of Four Seasons


Refined Pleasures

A cocktail in the lounge at Wit & Wisdom, A Tavern By Michael Mina.

Enchanting Baltimore

Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore is the ideal place to recharge while exploring a vibrant, forward-looking city steeped in the distinctive legacy of the Chesapeake Bay region.

The Light in Lisbon

The Moto-Sidecar Photo Workshop combines the thrill of motorcycle riding with expert photography instruction in one of the world’s most beautiful cities.

Pudong Panache

Four Seasons Hotel Pudong, Shanghai, is the perfect choice for guests who wish to connect with the city’s dynamic vibe.

A Matter of Taste

Sommelier Gabriele Del Carlo of Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris uses his knowledge and instincts to recommend the right wine for every occasion.

Dispatches

Whether it’s a wine tour near Budapest or a new web site, Four Seasons hotels and resorts bring a fresh sense of  discovery to travel.

Local Insight

Four Seasons Concierges recommend the best sporting events for local action, best bars for hand-crafted cocktails and best places to take photos to capture the colour of their respective destinations.

Fin

Spirit of Summer

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