Autumn has its own rhythm, marked by harvests, cultural celebrations and landscapes in transition. In Italy, the season unfolds around vineyards and truffle country, while London and Hong Kong welcome cherished traditions and new cultural moments. Along the Red Sea, autumn offers a warmer escape shaped by water, wellness and desert landscapes, while in Montana, days in the wilderness give way to firelit evenings and stargazing beneath clear alpine skies. Together, these experiences offer travellers a compelling way to encounter each destination through the flavours, stories and landscapes that define it.<\/p>\n
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ROCCO FORTE HOTELS<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n Across southern Italy and Rome, Rocco Forte Hotels<\/u><\/a>\u00a0traces the season through nature, history and the rituals of the table. At Masseria Torre Maizza<\/u><\/a>\u00a0in Puglia\u2019s Itria Valley, an expert botanist leads guests through the Parco delle Dune Costiere, exploring its biodiversity and regenerative farming traditions before transforming gathered wild herbs into bespoke infusions at Bar Bougainvillea. In Sicily, Villa Igiea<\/u><\/a>\u00a0reveals the enigmatic side of Palermo through Palermo Noir<\/i><\/em>, an after-dark journey through the districts of Cuba, Seralcadio and Kalsa, shaped by legends, historic intrigue and the enduring traces of the Spanish Inquisition. Guests of Hotel de Russie<\/u><\/a>\u00a0can leave Rome for the Frascati hills, where a traditional scampagnata at Santa Benedetta Winery pairs a hands-on cooking class with estate wines and olive oils. Back in the capital, Hotel de la Ville<\/u><\/a>\u00a0brings the day to a close at Cielo Bar, where the Shooting Stars cocktail collection takes inspiration from Rome\u2019s landmarks and skyline.<\/p>\n Further north, truffle season connects Florence and Milan through two distinctive journeys. Guests of Hotel Savoy<\/u><\/a>\u00a0can venture into the Tuscan countryside with truffle expert Giulio and his Lagotto dogs before gathering for a truffle-led lunch at his home. The experience continues in Florence with globally renowned, award-winning mixologist Salvatore Calabrese\u2019s Truffle Negroni at Bar Artemisia and a themed dinner at Irene, where white truffle appears in dishes ranging from pan-fried eggs to vanilla ice cream. From The Carlton<\/u><\/a>\u00a0in Milan, travellers can continue into Piedmont\u2019s UNESCO-listed Langhe region to explore Alba, the world capital of the white truffle, and the Castle of Grinzane Cavour, where the region\u2019s culinary heritage meets the winemaking traditions of Barolo and Nebbiolo.<\/p>\n For reservations and more information, please visit https:\/\/www.roccofortehotels.com\/<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n THE PENINSULA HONG KONG<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n Hong Kong\u2019s autumn theatre calendar takes an imaginative turn when Charlie and the Chocolate Factory<\/i><\/em>\u00a0makes its city debut at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre on 4 November. As Official Hotel Partner of the production, The Peninsula Hong Kong<\/u><\/a>\u00a0will extend the story beyond the stage through a collection of themed experiences. From 10 November to 10 December, Felix will serve an afternoon tea<\/u><\/a>\u00a0inspired by Roald Dahl\u2019s fantastical world, set against sweeping views of Victoria Harbour. Golden Ticket chocolate bars, chocolate and fruit pastries, and playful cocktails and mocktails bring a polished interpretation of the tale to the hotel\u2019s top floor.<\/p>\n The collaboration will also include a limited-time family stay inspired by the production, alongside a series of Golden Ticket surprises shared through the hotel\u2019s social channels. Together, the experiences create a timely family city break in which harbour views, theatre and The Peninsula\u2019s longstanding traditions are woven into one journey, allowing the story to continue long after the curtain falls.<\/p>\n For more information, please visit https:\/\/www.peninsula.com\/en\/hong-kong\/special-offers\/dining\/whimsical-afternoon-tea-at-felix<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n ONE&ONLY MOONLIGHT BASIN<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n Set at an elevation of 7,000 feet across 240 secluded acres, One&Only Moonlight Basin<\/u><\/a>\u00a0places travellers within Montana\u2019s vast alpine wilderness, bordered by more than 17,000 acres of permanently protected land. During the milder part of autumn, the landscape can be explored through more than 15 miles of guided hiking and mountain-bike trails, fly-fishing and paddleboarding on the property\u2019s alpine lakes, or excursions to Yellowstone National Park, an hour away. When the first snow arrives, the terrain shifts towards snowshoeing, Nordic skiing and fat-tire biking. Low-rise lodges, freestanding cabins and four- to six-bedroom Private Homes provide a warm counterpoint to the outdoors, with fireplaces, expansive windows and private hot tubs overlooking the surrounding peaks.<\/p>\n After dark, Montana\u2019s exceptionally clear skies become part of the experience. The private Observatory houses the advanced PlaneWave telescope, one of the best in the world, with expert astronomers guiding year-round stargazing sessions. Days outdoors can be followed by mineral-inspired treatments at the 17,000-square-foot One&Only Spa, restorative time in the outdoor onsen and cold plunge, or ranch-to-table dining at Wildwood, where Montana game, trout, honey and seasonal produce connect the menu to the surrounding landscape.<\/p>\n For reservations and more information, please visit https:\/\/www.oneandonlyresorts.com\/moonlight-basin<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n THE PENINSULA LONDON<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n At The Peninsula London<\/u><\/a>, autumn is shaped by the Mid-Autumn Festival, one of Asia\u2019s most cherished celebrations of reunion, gratitude and the harvest season. Throughout September, Canton Blue \u2013 featured in the MICHELIN Guide \u2013 will present seasonal lunch and five-course dinner menus rooted in Cantonese culinary tradition, with dishes ranging from refined dim sum and Typhoon Shelter-style oysters to Wagyu ribeye and The Peninsula\u2019s celebrated mango pudding. An intimate Mooncake Masterclass<\/i><\/em>\u00a0led by Master Dim Sum Specialist Chef Ling Ling will introduce guests to the craftsmanship behind the symbolic delicacy before a three-course Cantonese dinner.<\/p>\n The season also marks the launch of Mahjong Mondays<\/i><\/em>\u00a0in Canton Blue\u2019s Tea Lounge from 14 September. Bespoke sets created in partnership with Cathay Pacific and Hong Kong woodwork atelier Start From Zero provide the setting for evenings of conversation and friendly competition, accompanied by hand-pulled noodles and an apricot gin and yellow baijiu martini. At The Peninsula Boutique & Caf\u00e9, the hotel\u2019s mooncake collection includes its signature mini egg custard mooncakes, first created at The Peninsula Hong Kong in 1986, while the newly restyled Little Blue Noodle Bar terrace offers warming bowls of noodles as London\u2019s autumn evenings begin to draw in.<\/p>\n For reservations and more information, please visit https:\/\/www.peninsula.com\/en\/london\/5-star-luxury-hotel-belgravia<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n AMAALA<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n Set along Saudi Arabia\u2019s north-western coast, AMAALA<\/u><\/a>\u00a0offers a warmer interpretation of autumn, bringing together three sheltered bays, desert landscapes and the Tabuk mountains within a destination shaped by wellness and exploration. Its Red Sea waters are home to spotted dolphins, reef sharks and protected green turtle nesting sites, while experiences led by Galaxea, WAMA and Akun take travellers from snorkelling and diving to kayaking, eFoiling, hiking and cycling through secluded wadis. The forthcoming Corallium Marine Life Institute will deepen this connection through aquarium exhibits, marine research and educational experiences centred on the Red Sea ecosystem.<\/p>\n Three distinct properties are now welcoming guests across the destination. Four Seasons AMAALA pairs 900 metres of calm, swimmable beachfront with HYLIAA Wellness & Spa and a series of landscape-led gardens, while Six Senses AMAALA unfolds between gentle beaches and a mangrove-fringed lagoon, anchored by a 3,000-square-metre spa and integrated longevity clinic. The newly opened Rosewood AMAALA adds a residential-style retreat along 1.4 kilometres of coastline, where Asaya, natural rock pools, Rosewood Explorers and eight dining venues bring together wellbeing, family experiences and Saudi culinary heritage.<\/p>\n For reservations and more information, please visit https:\/\/www.visitredsea.com\/en\/destinations\/amaala<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n PORTRAIT HOTELS<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n Autumn brings a quieter rhythm to Italy\u2019s great cities, when cooler days invite travellers to linger longer in museums, theatres and historic piazzas. Across Portrait Milano<\/u><\/a>, Portrait Roma<\/u><\/a>\u00a0and Portrait Firenze<\/u><\/a>, the season unfolds through thoughtfully curated experiences that place guests at the heart of each destination, whether discovering Milan\u2019s celebrated cultural scene, wandering Florence\u2019s Renaissance streets or taking in Rome\u2019s timeless beauty from above Via Condotti.<\/p>\n At Portrait Milano, guests can experience one of the city\u2019s most enduring cultural institutions with the La Scala Experience, offering privileged access to the world-renowned Teatro alla Scala, where opera and ballet return to centre stage for the autumn season. Those looking to extend their Italian journey can continue the experience through Portrait Duet, a tailored itinerary combining stays across Portrait Milano, Portrait Roma and Portrait Firenze, inviting travellers to discover Italy\u2019s most iconic cities through the changing colours, culture and atmosphere of autumn.<\/p>\n For reservations and more information, please visit https:\/\/www.lungarnocollection.com\/<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n