Best Christmas markets in Europe

It’s the time of the year to make merry and enjoy the cold season by doing something festive and fun. Why not visit Europe’s famous Christmas markets? Tradition, Yuletide spirit, delicious food and holiday drinks are just what you need to get the chill and gloom out of your bones. Here are our editor’s picks […]

Hottest New Restaurants in Copenhagen

Copenhagen’s restaurant scene continues to capture the world’s attention for its culinary prowess: the city’s eateries impress not only for their use of fresh produce and original menus, but also for their light, airy decor and informal atmosphere. From New Nordic Cuisine to Asian and Mediterranean kitchens, Copenhagen’s best restaurants focus on sustainable living and […]

Weekend City Break in Copenhagen

From hen parties to romantic getaways, Copenhagen is one of Europe’s most popular destinations for spending a weekend break right now. It’s not hard to see why: the Danish capital is compact and tidy, functioning and open, yet with enough rough edges to entertain and surprise those looking for a place to unwind and party. […]

Guide to the best hidden boutique hotels around the world

Here’s a list of some of my favorite hidden boutique hotels. They’re not all in remote locations. Some are in cities such as Amsterdam, but the hotels are distinctive and quirky, definitely not boring and standard. Hill Lodge: tropical hideaway in Chiang Mai, Thailand If your idea of a holiday in Thailand does not include […]

Hotel Fox in Copenhagen: 61 rooms designed by 21 artists (CLOSED)

CLOSED Hotel Fox in Copenhagen is an amazing boutique hotel whose 61 rooms are designed by 21 artists. Each room has its own distinctive design ranging from stark minimalism to Japanese manga. The room types are divided into four categories: small, medium, large and x-large. Below are photos of some of my favorites. Room 212: Japanese […]

Mapplr’s favorite hotels in Copenhagen

Copenhagen is one of those beautiful, off-the-beaten-track Northern European cities that you hope the budget airline hordes never discover because it’s so civilized and graceful. This year, Monocle, a design magazine, designated Copenhagen as the most livable city (and the Best Design City). Now that I have convinced you to visit Copenhagen, here’s where you […]