European Summer Glamour by Our Community: Cap d'Antibes to Tuscany

In our quest for hidden gems and classics, we rely on our community's contributions, In the following posts, the friends of the house share their favorite places. While there are many, we'll start with some European summer joys.

ITALY
HOTEL

In our pursuit of European-style glamour spots, we asked a friend of the house, Maximilian zu Stolberg-Stolberg.

Maximilian is sharing his all-time favorite location, a hidden gem in Tuscany: the infamous Il Pellicano hotel. He reminisces about his memories while stubbing out his cigarette in an Il Pellicano ashtray.

In 1950, American socialite Patsy Daszel and British aviator Michael Graham created a romantic hideaway, Il Pellicano, in a secret cove in Tuscany. Glamorous friends gathered to party by the azure sea and moonlight. In 1979, Roberto Sciò bought the hotel, struck by its beauty. Today, Pellicano Hotels Group, continues to uphold the Pellicano style - a blend of freewheeling spirit and tradition. With her architectural background and fine taste, gostering a contemporary creative spirit at Il Pellicano.

FRANCE
HOTEL

Nicholas Sauder, part of HERR OBER's community shares his favorite hotel for a summer getaway : Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes, located on the stunning French Riviera, set in a large park alongside the sea offers an exquisite blend of luxury, elegance, and natural beauty, a favorite place of celebrities, effortlessly combines its rich history with impeccable service, make sure to visit the Dior Spa inside the Hotel.

In the 1920's, Sara and Gerald Murphy, the wealthy American expatriates (''Living well is the best revenge'' was their motto), made the area around Cap d'Antibes popular for affluent, artsy Americans, attracting such guests as F. Scott Fitzgerald and his wife, Zelda.

SUISSE
BAD

A long-time friend of HERR OBER, Henri De Saint Mars, introduced us to a beautiful swimming spot at Zürich Lakes: Strandbar Tiefenbrunnen

nestled along the serene shores of Lake Zurich, is a beloved oasis that perfectly captures the essence of summer. With its laid-back atmosphere, sandy beach, and stunning lake views, it’s a prime spot for both relaxation and socializing. The bar offers a delightful selection of drinks, from refreshing cocktails to local brews, and the casual dining menu features delicious, uncomplicated fare. Whether you're lounging in a deck chair, enjoying a sunset swim, or simply sipping a cold drink by the water, Strandbar Tiefenbrunnen is the perfect place to unwind and soak in the beautiful surroundings.

NEWS

Restaurants are at the forefront of a retail real estate revival. After facing hardships during the pandemic, retail properties are now experiencing lower vacancy rates and increased leasing interest, resulting in record-high rents. This turnaround is largely driven by the rise in dining out, with 2024 set to be the most successful year for the U.S. restaurant industry.

Predicted restaurant and dining spending is over $1.1 trillion, a 5.4% increase from last year and 28% more than pre-pandemic levels. Last year, restaurants represented 19% of all retail leases, the greatest percentage for any category since records started in 2007.

SUISSE
RESTAURANT

The most iconic restaurant in Zurich, follow HERR OBER on Instagram to find out more : @herrobercity