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FUEL Weekends
LEARN MOREThis is the vacation you’ve been waiting for – three days of workouts, healthy and delicious cuisine, killer parties, and unforgettable adventures in some of the most stunning destinations. From Costa Rica to Koh Samui pack your bags and get ready to #detoxretoxrepeat
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ALEXANDRA ALVAREZ DIVES DEEP IN KOH SAMUI
CFDA {Fashion Incubator} designer Alexandra Alvarez jetted to W Koh Samui for a dose of sun, surf and style inspiration. The Coveteur photographed Alexandra as she took in the exotic allure of Thailand’s quintessential tropical escape.
Taking The LGBTQ+ Convo Global
A speaker series that examines new movements in the queer community, Queer Me Out traveled to W Amsterdam, Montreal and Fort Lauderdale with panels ready to talk fashion, music, art, and politics as they intersect with the LGBTQ+ community. From how nightlife shapes culture, to the politics of drag in the mainstream, to intimate stories of queer resilience, listen up to the illuminating discussions from Queer Me Out’s hottest events.
Culture, Colors and Costal Design at W Goa
In the electric city of Goa, every turn excites the senses. Colorful markets filled with spices and textiles from around India. Portuguese architecture that holds the stories of the city. Explore the cultural and creative inspirations behind the interior design of W Goa, proving that when you bring the surrounding life of the city inside, a space will come alive.
Sea Meets Sky At The New W Barcelona
Since its inception, the hotel is one of the most distinctive landmarks along the Barcelona coast, famed for its iconic sail-shape and unprecedented sea views. With fashion events, product launches and high profile guests, W Barcelona has made a bold impression on both locals and international jetsetters alike.
Inside The Studio With The Sibling Duo Behind Haerfest Bags
Ahead of trend, but with a timeless aesthetic, brothers Tim and Dan Joo have taken their leather accessories company Haerfest (pronounced harvest) to new levels of success while disrupting the designer brand business model along the way.
W Shanghai’s Design Is a World Unto Itself
Hai Pai, which translates to Shanghai style, speaks to the way the city combines old with the new and east with west. This design concept is perfectly encapsulated at W Shanghai – The Bund which recently opened its doors to unveil an array of electrifying interior designs.
Culture, Colors and Costal Design at W Goa
In the electric city of Goa, every turn excites the senses. Colorful markets filled with spices and textiles from around India. Portuguese architecture that holds the stories of the city. Explore the cultural and creative inspirations behind the interior design of W Goa, proving that when you bring the surrounding life of the city inside, a space will come alive.
SEA MEETS SKY AT THE NEW W BARCELONA
Since its inception, the hotel is one of the most distinctive landmarks along the Barcelona coast, famed for its iconic sail-shape and unprecedented sea views. With fashion events, product launches and high profile guests, W Barcelona has made a bold impression on both locals and international jetsetters alike.
W SHANGHAI’S DESIGN IS A WORLD UNTO ITSELF
Hai Pai, which translates to Shanghai style, speaks to the way the city combines old with the new and east with west. This design concept is perfectly encapsulated at W Shanghai – The Bund which recently opened its doors to unveil an array of electrifying interior designs.
ALEXANDRA ALVAREZ DIVES DEEP IN KOH SAMUI
CFDA {Fashion Incubator} designer Alexandra Alvarez jetted to W Koh Samui for a dose of sun, surf and style inspiration. The Coveteur photographed Alexandra as she took in the exotic allure of Thailand’s quintessential tropical escape.
MILLINER MOLLY YESTADT HITS NOLA
From 90’s fashion inspiration to must-taste NOLA treats, we get real with the hat designer Molly Yestadt in the heart of New Orleans, discovering how to make every outfit a celebration.
Inside The Studio With The Sibling Duo Behind Haerfest Bags
Ahead of trend, but with a timeless aesthetic, brothers Tim and Dan Joo have taken their leather accessories company Haerfest (pronounced harvest) to new levels of success while disrupting the designer brand business model along the way.
HAUS ALKIRE FIND SWISS INSPIRATION
The Coveteur followed partners in fashion Julie and Jason Alkire as they set off on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to W Verbier, exploring the local sights and sounds in a bid for new inspiration
CHARTING NEW TERRITORY IN PUNTA DE MITA
For years, W Hotels has partnered with the CFDA to support the next generation of style visionaries. W brought the last class to the awe-inspiring oasis of W Punta de Mita in Mexico, asking each designer to share the signature styles that define their brand.
SOUND SUITE SESSIONS WITH ST. VINCENT – BARCELONA
Follow St. Vincent through the streets of Barcelona to see how she absorbs a city and its music, then into the Sound Suite, where abstract ideas become sonic reality.
SOUND SUITE SESSIONS WITH ST. VINCENT – HOLLYWOOD
When St. Vincent is ready to hit record in L.A., W Hollywood comes calling. We met the artist at the Hollywood Sound Suite to hear how inspiration from the road comes to life.
POOLSIDE WITH SOFI TUKKER
Sofi Tukker makes for double trouble in Sin City. We caught up with one half of the dance duo to hear about how the two went from making music in their dorm room to performing around the globe at the hottest dance destinations.
SOUND SUITE SESSIONS WITH ST. VINCENT – SEATTLE
For vocalist St. Vincent, inspiration comes from exploring a new city solo. And in the grunge capital of America, she can’t help but invoke the spirits of icons like Nirvana and Pearl Jam. See how Seattle exerts its influence as St. Vincent records at our new in-house studio.
ROAD-TESTED WORKOUTS FROM CARMEN MORGAN
When travel takes you out of your routine, your workout regimen can get left behind. Personal trainer Carmen Morgan harnesses technology to keep you fit on the go, providing the perfect workout buddy wherever you are.
GET IN THE RING WITH KEONI HUDOBA
One of NYC’s most in-demand trainers, Keoni Hudoba is the force behind indoor cycling studio Cyc Fitness. Come along for the ride as the creator and trainer breaks down the ultimate bodyweight workout.
POWER MOVES WITH Y7 FOUNDER SARAH LEVEY
Y7 Studio founder Sarah Levey shares how she keeps her energy up wherever her travels take her, revealing the do-anywhere, hip-hop-approved power yoga moves that give her a boost.
ELISE YOUNG’S CITY-READY ROUTINES
From scaling indoor rock walls to burpees on the lakefront, learn how trainer Elise Young transforms the mean streets of Chicago into her own personal playground.
W PUNTA DE MITA EMBRACES SPIRITS AND SUNSETS
Indigenous meets modern at W Punta de Mita, where the eclectic design pays homage to local surf culture. The sunset-inspired palette brings bold color and chill vibes to Mexico’s Pacific coast, setting the scene for an epic Escape.
HITTING THE SCENE
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DESTINATIONS
W IBIZA
A new playground is landing in Ibiza in 2019, just as the island’s iconic beaches and world-renowned clubs heat up for the season. Ideally situated in Santa Eulalia de Río, the modern hotel will be right in the middle of the action.
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W COSTA RICA
W makes its first foray into Costa Rica with a fresh Escape in Reserva Conchal. Featuring an infinity pool, signature spa and 151 guestrooms, the hotel promises to bring playtime to the playa.
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W DUBAI – THE PALM
Where the glistening Arabian Gulf meets the bold geometry of modern skyscrapers, W Dubai – The Palm offers an extraordinary Escape, remixing the way you stay in the UAE.
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KOH SAMUI
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Relaxation meets revelry in this nine-mile stretch of tropical paradise. From the beach scene to the nightlife, W Koh Samui brings the heat 24/7 on Thailand’s most seductive island.
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BALI
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The tropics come alive at W Bali – Seminyak, an exotic escape on one of Bali’s most coveted coasts. Turn up the heat at the beach or cool down with an indulgent treatment at the AWAY® Spa before living it up in our lounges.
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W BELLEVUE
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Green meets glamour and rugged gets an upgrade. A modern reimagining of yesterday’s weekender lake house, W Bellevue lets you kick back with an eclectic novel in The Library or sip an inventive cocktail at Civility & Unrest. You choose how you want to spend your time.
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W AMSTERDAM
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Wake up to a new Amsterdam, where design, fashion and music connect to reshape the city of canals. Spanning two unique buildings—a former telephone exchange and a bank—W Amsterdam is a study in contrasts, cleverly blending the historic and the modern.
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BARCELONA
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W lights up the beachfront with a design icon. Steps from the sparkling Mediterranean, Barceloneta boardwalk and the vibrant city’s most essential sights, W Barcelona is where it’s all happening.
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W SHANGHAI – THE BUND
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From historic laneways to futuristic skylines, East to West and colonial to contemporary, contrasts collide and the city’s diverse cultures converge at this future-forward hotel—the epitome of Shanghai style.
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PUNTA DE MITA
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Indigenous meets modern at W Punta de Mita, where the eclectic design sets the scene for an epic Escape. Surf some of best waves in the Pacific or kick it with a cocktail at the WET deck.
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W MONTREAL
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Revel in the European appeal of one of North America’s most magnetic capitals at W Montreal. Straddling dynamic downtown and charming Old Montreal, the hotel brings modern energy to a historic landmark.
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