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The Upgrade by SUITCASE Magazine
SUITCASE Magazine
31 episodes
8 months ago
Travel smarter with SUITCASE Magazine’s Editor Fleur Rollet-Manus and Contributing Editor Amira Hashish. We’re spotlighting up-and-coming destinations, sharing our best-kept secrets from around the world and checking in with the people who are shaking up the way we travel. Thought all trips went smoothly for our editors? We’ll let you in on some of our not-so postcard-worthy moments too.
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Travel smarter with SUITCASE Magazine’s Editor Fleur Rollet-Manus and Contributing Editor Amira Hashish. We’re spotlighting up-and-coming destinations, sharing our best-kept secrets from around the world and checking in with the people who are shaking up the way we travel. Thought all trips went smoothly for our editors? We’ll let you in on some of our not-so postcard-worthy moments too.
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Episodes (20/31)
The Upgrade by SUITCASE Magazine
Now Playing: Our Inside Scoop to LA, California
From world-class museums, world-class gastronomy and a whole host of red carpet-approved experiences, we’ll be giving our audience all the tools, tips and tricks to start planning their Los Angeles adventures. Whether they’re seasoned visitors or first-time travellers, we’re lifting the lid on the best spots for brunch, art exhibitions not to miss and the beaches locals want to keep a secret.
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2 years ago
51 minutes 28 seconds

The Upgrade by SUITCASE Magazine
Under-the-Radar European Spots the Jet-Set Love
Grammy-nominated musician Justin Jesso and lifestyle, fashion and beauty tastemaker Sangyay Chen delve into their European travels and let us in on the under the radar destinations that the jet set don’t want you to know about.
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3 years ago
31 minutes 17 seconds

The Upgrade by SUITCASE Magazine
Unexplored UK: Why Adventure is Good For You
Charlie and Jess of The Travel Project are here to prove there’s more adventure waiting for us in our back gardens than we may think - it’s time to cancel that plane ticket and explore your own stomping ground. Tune in as the couple detail their Achievable Adventure project where they’ve set out to discover 52 UK destinations in the span of 52 weeks. From coastal foraging in Wales to breathtaking hikes in Scotland, Charlie and Jess have gained a greater appreciation for the land they call home and are now sharing their discoveries (and top tips) with the travel community.
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3 years ago
41 minutes 55 seconds

The Upgrade by SUITCASE Magazine
Tacos, Tequila and Under-the-Radar Mexico with Michelin-Starred Chef Santiago Lastra
Tune in to hear the story of Santiago Lastra, the chef behind the UK’s first Michelin-starred Mexican restaurant reveals his favourite spots for late-night tacos in Mexico City, how Mexican cuisine is evolving and how a Ritz cracker started his culinary career.
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3 years ago
41 minutes 19 seconds

The Upgrade by SUITCASE Magazine
The Rise in Nostalgic Travel ft. Explorer Tété-Michel Kpomassie
Listen in as Tété-Michel Kpomassie, author of Penguin Modern Classic Michel the Giant: An African in Greenland, recounts the gripping true story of his ten-year expedition from a village in West Africa to the Arctic Circle. Plus, The Upgrade co-hosts Fleur Rollet-Manus and Amira Hashish delve into their travel memories for a nostalgic ride.
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3 years ago
38 minutes 27 seconds

The Upgrade by SUITCASE Magazine
Live in LA: Celebrating Creativity, Diversity and Artistry in California
The Upgrade co-hosts Amira Hashish and Fleur Rollet-Manus are West Hollywood bound for a special dinner party and live panel recording with a glittering audience. In partnership with Visit California and joined by a panel of LA's finest creatives, they're celebrating the diverse, artistic landscape of the Golden State. Join Amira as she chats to fashion pioneer James Flemons of PHLEMUNS; House of Aama mother/daughter design duo Rebecca Henry and Akua Shabaka; Danny Guerrero from The Culturist Group and the founder of West Hollywood’s stylish new boutique hotel Short Stories, Leo Grifka.
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3 years ago
38 minutes 3 seconds

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Is Monterey California's Most Sustainable County?
From its rugged coastline to lush landscapes, Monterey County is brimming with natural beauty. Little wonder there is a big sustainable drive at the core of Monterey Bay Aquarium. Whether you are drawn in by the Big Sur, the cute cottages of Carmel-by-the-Sea or the vine-to-glass grapes of the Santa Lucia Highlands, this destination has adventure-seekers hooked. We guide you through the highlights with the help of our friends on the ground.
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3 years ago
33 minutes 44 seconds

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Why Greater Palm Springs is a Hotbed for Art, Culture and Design
Famous for its modernist architecture, Greater Palm Springs is brimming with chic hotels, acclaimed restaurants, vintage boutiques and a thriving art scene. Not to mention the nearby verdant wineries, soaring mountains and cactus-strewn landscapes. We are here for this desert oasis in every sense. Here’s our guide to the most exciting spots to check in and check out.
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3 years ago
34 minutes 50 seconds

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How San Diego has become the Epitome of Cali Cool
Whether you are seeking eccentric cuisine, an immersive cultural experience or a laid-back, beach escape, San Diego has so many layers to uncover. Fancy hitching a Lowrider ride and soaking up those rays? Here’s our guide to exploring the destination that has earned itself the reputation of America’s Finest City.
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3 years ago
35 minutes 29 seconds

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A Practical Guide to Exploring Off-the-Beaten-Track Japan
Ticked off Tokyo? Checked out Kyoto? Go beyond Japan’s iconic hotspots to lesser-known prefectures that showcase the country’s cultural, coastal and culinary traditions. Eager to explore the Land of the Rising Sun? Here’s how to travel hidden Japan.
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3 years ago
31 minutes 45 seconds

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Where We're Travelling to in 2022
Off-grid adventures, avoiding tourist traps in Italy and destinations to visit in 2022. Join us as we chat about our standout travel experiences, the hotels we should check into and the trips we've got on-radar for the new year. Plus, our hosts give us the lowdown on Florence’s lesser known foodie hotspots, the trips that shaped them and why train travel reigns supreme.
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3 years ago
32 minutes 48 seconds

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Food, Glorious, Food: A Gastronomic Getaway in Tenerife
We’re taking you on a food pilgrimage through Tenerife. Stopping by secret “guachinches”, new-wave wineries and the rustic restaurants serving the island’s most delicious traditional cuisine, we’re digging into Tenerife’s gastronomy. Planning a trip to the island? Listen up because we’ve got a host of insider recommendations. Here’s where to drink and dine in Tenerife.
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4 years ago
31 minutes 22 seconds

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The SUITCASE-Approved Guide to Tenerife
Join our Editor-in-Chief India Dowley and Editor Fleur Rollet-Manus as they shine a light on the under-radar places you need to know in Tenerife – be it a boutique hotel, hip coffee shop or up-and-coming vineyard. Plus, they’ll be joined by two island eco experts who share their insider recommendations too.
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4 years ago
28 minutes 51 seconds

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Moroccan Musings: How Hind Sebti Launched a Cult Beauty Brand Inspired by Morocco
Self-care secrets, skin-saving science and must-visit Moroccan travel tips. As part of our partnership with cult beauty brand whind, India and Fleur will be joined by founder Hind Sebti. Join us as Hind reveals how to get that envious desert-glow, spotlights her Moroccan travel tips and tells us just what it takes to start a cult beauty brand.
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4 years ago
41 minutes 16 seconds

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Homegrown Harvest: The UK Wineries Championing Community and Locality with Renegade Urban Winery’s Warwick Smith
We’re raising a glass to the UK wineries that are shaking up the English wine-making scene. Dipping our noses into homegrown grapes, we’re spotlighting the UK vineyards championing community and locality. Plus, we’ll be joined by Renegade Urban Winery’s Warwick Smith who shares his must-visit UK producers, under-the-radar wine regions and how to bluff your way through a wine tasting.
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4 years ago
41 minutes 56 seconds

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Wellness Retreats: The Post-Lockdown Trip We Need ft. Artah Founder Rhian Stephenson
Burnout. Exhausted. Fatigued. Lethargic. The list goes on. That’s why we’re giving our bodies the TLC their craving and booking a wellness retreat for our first post-lockdown trip. Alongside sharing the retreats we’re securing a spot on, we’ll be talking to Artah founder and former Psycle CEO Rhian Stephenson about her transformative travel experiences, how we can extinguish the flames of burnout and what the future of wellness looks like.
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4 years ago
38 minutes 31 seconds

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The Hotels and Hideaways We’re Checking Into in 2021 ft. Villa Lena Founders Lena Evstafieva and Jérôme Hadey
We’re catching up with the founders of Italy’s coolest crash pad, Villa Lena, who’ll be sharing their Tuscan recommendations, under-the-radar restaurants in Rome and where to (hopefully) sip rosé this summer. Plus, we’re revealing the hedonistic hideaways we can’t wait to visit with our support bubble. Flaking on post-pandemic plans? Us? Never.
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4 years ago
50 minutes 35 seconds

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Move Over Glamping: #Vanlife is the Next Outdoor Travel Trend ft. Anna Hart, Emma Jane Palin and Whinnie Williams
Frustrated by “postponed until further notice” flights putting the brakes on your travel plans? Us too. That’s why we’re ditching the traditional flight-and-hotel model and riding the campervan trend as soon as travel gets back on the road. Join us as we deep-drive into why a holiday-on-wheels is the hottest new way to travel.
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4 years ago
46 minutes 19 seconds

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Is This the End of the Traditional Holiday? Ft. Emma Gannon
Work and holiday – two words that needn’t be contradictory. As multi-hyphenates look at new ways they can blur the boundaries between work and play, we’re deep-diving into how a generation of slashies and side-hustlers are choosing to holiday. Spoiler alert: you don’t need to leave the day job behind.
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4 years ago
45 minutes 50 seconds

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Travel Trends in 2021: The SUITCASE Guide ft. Olivia Lopez
As 2020 draws to a close, we’re looking forward to hitting the road in 2021. Join us as we share the destinations we can’t wait to explore, the hotel openings on our hotlists and the travel trends that are taking over. We’ll also be chatting to travel influencer and content creator Olivia Lopez about her travel philosophy, the first place on her agenda and why she’s obsessed with all things Italian.
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4 years ago
50 minutes 42 seconds

The Upgrade by SUITCASE Magazine
Travel smarter with SUITCASE Magazine’s Editor Fleur Rollet-Manus and Contributing Editor Amira Hashish. We’re spotlighting up-and-coming destinations, sharing our best-kept secrets from around the world and checking in with the people who are shaking up the way we travel. Thought all trips went smoothly for our editors? We’ll let you in on some of our not-so postcard-worthy moments too.