Andaz Peninsula Papagayo

A stunning new Costa Rican hotel embracing the beauty of culture and design

From the moment you catch sight of their magnificent open-air lobby, it’s evident that the Andaz Peninsula Papagayo actively embraces the Costa Rican signature phrase “Pura Vida”—an ever-optimistic expression about simply enjoying life. Across 28 acres of oceanfront property in the Guanacaste Province of Costa Rica, nestled seamlessly into the mountainside, both local landscape and deep cultural heritage nurture an environment that allows for relaxation …

Bon Vivant

Leather goods, handmade in Brisbane, inspired by the many forms of the Good Life

The Good Life is a concept best left to individual dreamers to interpret. While some may see it as a life spent lamping in the sun or lapping the local ski hill, others feel it’s defined as time dedicated to a passion project. The latter rings true for the team behind Brisbane, Australia-based Bon Vivant. Translated literally from French, Bon Vivant means “one who lives …

Nanamica Cycling Pack

A sleek black bag that's as stylish as it is functional

When it comes to backpacks, often basic is best. And, in the case of the Nanamica Cycling Pack, neither bells nor whistles were needed to enhance the bag’s intelligently refined form. While the pack greatly resembles an earlier iteration introduced FW ’13, the recently released SS ’14 edition has been cleaned up and blacked out. A single leather strap secures the main compartment’s roll top, …