collectDORCHESTER COLLECTION N°17 spring - summer 2015 NG Collect Ad 032615.indd1 nancygonzalez.com 4/1/15 3:44 PM collect N°17 dorchester collection... 03 A hotel guest tends to become a loyal guest for one simple reason: extraordinary moments. When a hotel makes these moments possible, frames them, heightens them and allows the sharing of them with others, we naturally build strong associations in mind and memory. Collect magazine which you hold in your hand aims to be an expression of this unique connection, as a simple platform for sharing rich invitations to culture, style and experiences. It is somewhat of a portrait of culture in hotels, and a hotel in its culture – and a push towards opportunities that are extraordinary moments in the making. Yaffa Assouline ,. :l' DOlCEGABBANA.IT DOLCE & GABBANA London 30 Old Bond Street 020 77 58 80 60 Paris 49, Avenue Montaigne +33 1 47 20 47 49 Explore the Akris Boutique at www.akris.ch 43_Ins_The_Dorcherster_Collect_UK.indd Alle Seiten 30.01.15 13:00 London 30 Old Bond Street 020 77 58 80 60 Paris 49, Avenue Montaigne +33 1 47 20 47 49 Explore the Akris Boutique at www.akris.ch 43_Ins_The_Dorcherster_Collect_UK.indd Alle Seiten 30.01.15 13:00 RGES Titania, cruising the BU S Mediterranean this summer O 40 F P YEARS I The magnificent 73m (239.5ft) superyacht Titania has a classically designed S H U S P R E E interior with impressive entertaining areas. A pool on deck and a large inventory of R Y A D A C H T L E watersports facilities provide fun for all the family, while a professional crew of 20 deliver first-class service. Enjoy the Mediterranean delights of St Tropez, Portofino and Capri aboard Titania this summer. Call Burgess for further information. SALE & PURCHASE | CHARTER | TECHNICAL SERVICES | MANAGEMENT LONDON +44 20 7766 4300 MONACO +377 97 97 81 21 NEW YORK +1 212 223 0410 MIAMI +1 305 672 0150 MOSCOW | PALMA | ATHENS | TOKYO LOS ANGELES | SEATTLE | SINGAPORE THE WORLD’S LEADING SUPERYACHT AUTHORITY [email protected] | www.burgessyachts.com INTRODUCES London • 106, New Bond Street - T. +44 (0)20 7499 1434 Paris • 60, Rue François 1er - T. +33 (0)1 42 25 15 41 Cannes • 4, La Croisette - T. +33 (0)4 97 06 69 70 St-Tropez • 3, Rue Allard - T. +33 (0)4 98 12 62 50 Monaco • 13, Boulevard des Moulins - T. +377 97 70 44 22 Boutiques KRONO KONCEPT by Kronometry 1999 St-Tropez • Hôtel Byblos - Av. Paul Signac - T. +33 (0)4 94 56 30 73 Courchevel • Hôtel Les Airelles - T. +33 (0)4 79 08 77 35 Boutique ULYSSE NARDIN by Kronometry 1999 Paris • 60, Rue François 1er - T. +33 (0)1 53 75 03 79 Hannibal All our brands available on : Westminster Carillon Tourbillon. www.kronometry1999.com Jaquemarts Minute Repeater. Manual-winding. LONDON • PARIS • CANNES • MONACO • ST TROPEZ • COURCHEVEL Platinum case. Limited Edition of 30 pieces. INTRODUCES London • 106, New Bond Street - T. +44 (0)20 7499 1434 Paris • 60, Rue François 1er - T. +33 (0)1 42 25 15 41 Cannes • 4, La Croisette - T. +33 (0)4 97 06 69 70 St-Tropez • 3, Rue Allard - T. +33 (0)4 98 12 62 50 Monaco • 13, Boulevard des Moulins - T. +377 97 70 44 22 Boutiques KRONO KONCEPT by Kronometry 1999 St-Tropez • Hôtel Byblos - Av. Paul Signac - T. +33 (0)4 94 56 30 73 Courchevel • Hôtel Les Airelles - T. +33 (0)4 79 08 77 35 Boutique ULYSSE NARDIN by Kronometry 1999 Paris • 60, Rue François 1er - T. +33 (0)1 53 75 03 79 Hannibal All our brands available on : Westminster Carillon Tourbillon. www.kronometry1999.com Jaquemarts Minute Repeater. Manual-winding. LONDON • PARIS • CANNES • MONACO • ST TROPEZ • COURCHEVEL Platinum case. Limited Edition of 30 pieces. 15020017_0_Collect_EU_SS_Issue_2015.indd 1 3/27/15 3:47 PM 15020017_0_Collect_EU_SS_Issue_2015.indd 2 3/27/15 3:47 PM THE PARIS ADDRESS FOR WATCHES 12, boulevard des Capucines, Paris 9e | bucherer.com 15_0011_BUC_Ann_Collect.indd 1 30.03.15 09:40 02-Edito17_HD2_Mise en page 1 17/04/15 12:22 Pagina 2 collect N°17 dorchester collection... 15 #DCmoments Captured moments across cities where Dorchester Collection hotels reside A word from Christopher Cowdray Chief Executive Officer of Dorchester Collection he act of sharing exceptional moments examples of scenes captured within and nearby systems. Some of our latest technical enrichments T instantaneously through social media marks Dorchester Collection properties both by guests include a new online shop and a new website our contemporary times and it is this, as well as and by our team. Guests can easily participate in Chinese. other forms of technology, that is the theme of my in this virtual travel diary by tagging their own introduction to this issue of Collect magazine. posts with the hashtag #DCmoments. A selection Most importantly, computerised systems help to Dorchester Collection properties form the back- of the most inspiring photos will be reposted on deliver effective service. However, it is clear that ground for many of these exceptional moments the Dorchester Collection Instagram account. If machines will never take away the importance of posted online. For this reason, I urge you to look you take a look, be prepared for an unmistakeable personal interaction, recognition and professional at our rich collection of images found on the official sense of wanderlust. reactivity. It cannot replace the feel and touch of @dorchestercollection Instagram account, which an overall experience or the unique, seamlessly showcases beautiful pictures of travel inspiration. At Dorchester Collection, we take care to constantly integrated coordination of an important celebration From charming mews that are quintessentially update the state-of-the-art infrastructure within our with the community of our hotels. For this reason, London to the best gelateria in Rome, these are hotels, from property management to reservation many of our properties are where couples choose 02-Edito17_HD2_Mise en page 1 17/04/15 12:22 Pagina 3 16 dorchester collection... collect N°17 to host their wedding ceremony with friends and family. As a natural association, The Dorchester now works with a renowned wedding planner who hosts master academies at the hotel where budding event producers are professionally trained in the art of crafting outstanding moments, sure to become treasured memories. While in the context of a wedding day, or for the countless other reasons why guests may choose to share special moments of their lives with us, we never underestimate our responsibility in creating the perfect framework for these moments, whether that be on-site or online. Dorchester Collection celebrated some of its own special, landmark moments at the end of 2014 with The Beverly Hills Hotel completing its extensive, restoration as well as Hôtel Plaza Athénée re- opening in Paris. And, early 2015 already heralds many storied opportunities to celebrate across Dorchester Collection properties with the 180th anniversary of Le Meurice in Paris and the 140th anniversary of Le Richemond in Geneva. With other events and experiences staged for the year ahead, there will be even more moments for celebrating, capturing and sharing. There is the 2015 Milan Universal Exposition, which takes place between May 1 and October 31, during which time Hotel Principe di Savoia hosts important worldwide delegations and the Acanto restaurant features special dishes created within the theme of the expo, ‘Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life’. There is the Chelsea Flower Show from May 19 through May 23, for which The Dorchester partners again with Laurent-Perrier to create a garden-inspired Afternoon Tea. The swimming pool and cabanas at the recently refurbished Beverly Hills Hotel The Grill at The Dorchester 02-Edito17_HD2_Mise en page 1 17/04/15 12:22 Pagina 4 collect N°17 dorchester collection... 17 The Imperial Suite at Hotel Principe di Savoia Also in London, The Grill at The Dorchester offers an inventive new menu to mark its refurbishment. The unique characterisitcs and carefully considered details found in our Suites across the Collection, as featured in more detail on page 50, are just some of the backgrounds to events sure to furnish memorable moments. The Dorchester Collection team joins me on this journey towards enriching the overall experience of our guests, comprised of multiple touch points from excellent service to exceptional celebrations. It is important to honour these moments that create the memories. They are the foundation of personal connections and iconic properties. — Sixth Floor East © Katie Mitchell Lansdowne House Berkeley Square London W1J 6ER T. +44 (0)20 7629 4848 [email protected] Wedding celebrations at Hôtel Plaza Athénée www.dorchestercollection.com 18 collection... collect N°17 At the centre of London Opened in September 2011 Coworth Park is a country Celebrating 180 years in The legendary Hôtel Plaza society since it opened in the heart of Mayfair, the house and spa that rewrites 2015, Le Meurice stands Athénée reopened its doors in 1931 over 80 years ago, contemporary 45 Park Lane the rules. Set within 240 majestically overlooking the in late summer 2014, after The Dorchester is set in hosts 45 rooms, including acres of beautiful English beautiful Tuileries Garden a ten-month closure and the heart of Mayfair opposite suites all with a view of Hyde countryside parkland, just in one of the most stylish extensive restoration Hyde Park. The landmark Park, and a top floor Pent- 45 minutes’ drive from neighbourhoods of Paris. programme to celebrate 1930s art deco exterior house Suite with panoramic London and 20 minutes Its rooms, decorated in Louis its 100-year anniversary. houses a stunning Ballroom views of London. Designed by from Heathrow airport; it is XVI style, as well as its Spa Immediately claiming its place reception area as well as the renowned architect and also the only hotel within Valmont, offer calm and luxury once again as an essential several refurbished rooms designer Thierry Despont, the UK with its own two in a space where history fashion world address, and suites, all of which 45 Park Lane features art polo fields.