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FOLIO.YVR

Celebrating West Coast Luxury Lifestyle | Elevated Consciousness

Category / FoF ☆ Travel & Adventure

OWO, Raffles London, heritage hotel, Vancouver, Canada, Helen Siwak, folio, yvr, folioyvr

Indulge at the Guerlain Vitality Spa at Raffles London at The OWO

Raffles London is a bastion of luxury, and its spa is no exception. With the Guerlain Spa housed inside, spanning an impressive 2,500-square-metres over four floors, it is one of the largest luxury hotel spas in the UK. Featuring a stunning 20-metre swimming pool, a vitality pool,  steam rooms and saunas, nine exquisitely designed...

Experience the Magnificent Relaunch of Raffles London at the OWO

The OWO is a magnificent new destination that recently opened its doors in the fall of 2023 at one of the most powerful addresses in London. Situated in a building of epic proportions, The OWO is home to the first Raffles hotel in London, The OWO Residences by Raffles, and a collection of independent restaurants...

douglas autograph, parq, casino, helen siwak, folioyvr, luxury lifestyle, staycation, vancouver, bc, yvr

The Douglas Autograph Pays Homage to West Coast Elegance

Paying homage to the original Douglas firs that laid the foundation for Vancouver’s thriving economy, DOUGLAS Autograph Collection masterfully reconnects people and places while seamlessly introducing nature into an elegant, urban environment. The 188 rooms and suites are attentively appointed and designed with a minimalist’s artful eye. Carefully considering the modern traveller’s need for sophistication...

vancouver boat show, bc place, granville island, helen siwak, folioyvr, yacht life, vancouver, bc, yvr

‘The Floating Show’ at Granville Island Entices Yacht Enthusiasts

The 61st edition of the Vancouver International Boat Show was hosted by Boating BC and a resounding success with approximately 26,000 attendees, providing nautical enthusiasts with the most extensive showcase of boats, accessories, and more on the West Coast. The event featured an incredible selection of luxury yachts, including some beautiful ‘green’ ones, alongside motorboats,...

Folio.YVR Issue #1: Maharajahs’ Express: India’s Luxury Train Adventure

Enjoying resurgence in popularity, excursion travel by luxury train is on everyone’s radar this year. Far from intimidating, travel by train offers the traveler a fresh angle to view the passing world. From the air, one experiences the topographical view of the landscape. From the sea, one experiences only the dramatic coastlines and but a day in...

headline mountain holidays, ice caves, whistler, helen siwak, folioyvr, vancouver, bc, ecoluxury, luxury lifestyle

Whistler’s Ice Caves: Experience Nature’s Ethereal Retreat

To world travellers and ice cave thrill seekers, the mere mention of Kamchatka, Skaftafell, Dobšinská, and Mýrdalsjökull elicits gasps and instant recognition that you are, at heart, a true connoisseur of adventure travel. For those mesmerized by west coast nature and relish every opportunity to source (and be the first to enjoy) an unspoiled local...

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Scenic Eclipse: The Future of Luxury Cruising ☆ Folio.YVR Issue 15

The Scenic Eclipse Discovery Yacht is an unparalleled, ultra-luxurious way to experience the ocean’s beauty. Setting sail on a five-star yacht incomparably blends sophisticated opulence with adventure and travel. The Scenic Eclipse, the World’s First Discovery Yacht, is setting the new standard for ultra-luxury cruising. From Scandinavian-inspired spa facilities and ten dining experiences to...

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Luxury Vegan Travel: Ethos Vegan Suites in Santorini

Seeking vegan-friendly travel? Look no further than Greece, where Artemis Sorotou and her team have created high-quality opportunities for relaxation in one of the most sought-after locations in the Mediterranean, Santorini. At Ethos Vegan Suites in Fira and Ethos Vegan Retreat in Imerovigli, Sorotou has satisfied her passion for a cruelty-free world by creating a...

magnolia hotel & spa, folioyvr, helen siwak, victoria, vancouver, bc, yvr, ecoluxury, luxury, lifestyle

Magnolia Hotel & Spa: Explore Victoria’s Inner Harbour & Stay in Style

Throw a stone from the Inner Harbour in Victoria, BC, and it will skip to the door of the Magnolia Hotel & Spa on the corner of Courtney and Gordon Streets. Amongst the historic buildings on the block, the brick and stone facade of the hotel is slightly anonymous, which plays well for those seeking...

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Fairmont Banff Springs: Over a Century of Class & Culture ☆ Folio.YVR Issue 14

Standing tall and elegant amongst the lush forest of spruce and pine, the Fairmont Banff Springs is the heart of Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With majestic mountains and flowing rivers visible from almost every angle, the property reaches the Bow River, is flanked by Mount Rundle and is home to one...