Michel Bos

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Want to know the hottest tables in town (even if town is Mexico City or Paris or Hydra)? Interested in getting up to speed on the coolest brands landing in cities around the globe? Dying to dream of faraway places? Well, you’d better follow along as our friend Michel criss-crosses the globe. In his daily life, he’s running communications and talent management agency HUSH HUSH and clean beauty rep Phase Two Agency from his hometown, Amsterdam, but you’re just as likely to catch him deep-diving into ways of life in Bhutan or perusing the morning paper at La Colombe d’Or. Often on the go, Michel never fails to deliver tips that are perfectly on the nose.

Michel's tips

Jardin des Tuileries

Paris activity

culture

A beautiful urban park where you can observe the monumentality of Paris. Run a round from Les Invalides to Grand Palais through Jardin des Tuileries over the seine and back, it's a treat.

La Colombe d’Or

Saint-Paul-de-Vence lunch dinner drinks checked in

coffee & tea

This mysterious iconic rustic hotel is a place where artists haven't stopped getting together and searching for inspiration. Have a delicious lunch here after a trip to Fondation Maeght. The place has a museum-worthy art collection of 20th century masters like Chagall, Matisse, Picasso, and Calder.

Vondelpark

Amsterdam

activity

Escape the ever buzzing, ever chaotic city for a relaxed stroll through the popular Vondelpark. As the largest park in the city, there’s always a corner to take it easy with a picnic or space on the path for an early morning jog. If flowers are your thing, you are sure to be delighted by the park’s rose garden, which is home to more than 70 types of roses.

Toscanini

Amsterdam lunch

dinner

Toscanini is a steadfast, Italian restaurant in Amsterdam. Founded in 1985 and since moving in 1990 to its current Lindengracht location, it has been serving Italian classics with a ‘twist’ ever since. Come for the antipasti, primi, secondi magic, reserve a table by the kitchen to sneak a peak at the chef’s whirling about the kitchen, and stay for the terrific, homely atmosphere.

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Dia Beacon

Hudson Valley

culture

A contemporary art museum from the Dia Art Foundation, housed in a former Nabisco box-making factory with beautiful garden surroundings. Have a coffee at the museum cafe or lunch at The Roundhouse in Beacon after your visit, and don't miss the crouching spider by Louise Bourgeois.

Toscanini Deli

Amsterdam

lunch

If you like Toscanini then you are sure to love their sister Deli! Here you can stop by for a flavourful espresso and focaccia sandwich, or browse through their big assortment of Italian products!

DESTE Foundation Project Space, Slaughterhouse

Hydra

culture

In addition to the DESTE Foundation's regular exhibition program in Athens, every summer the DESTE Project take over the renovated slaughterhouse of Hydra. From contemporary art exhibitions to ancient history insights about the island, it's not to be missed.

Spilia Beach Bar

Hydra lunch

drinks

On the rocks you'll find the beautiful Spilia Beach Bar. Enjoy a relaxing day with good music, delicious cocktails, coffee, or just a cold drink to cool down. Go for a dip in the ocean while you relax the day away.

Prophet Elias Monastery

Hydra

activity

Hike up the hill to this beautiful monastery. When you get there, they have a small shop with organic produce, fuel up to get energy for way back!

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