Introducing the small but beautiful – mine newspaper

Found in the lobbies and guestrooms at myhotel Bloomsbury, myhotel Chelsea & myhotel Brighton. mine give guests a slice of what’s hot this season and also brings you some fantastic things to do and places to go! Enjoy!

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myworld interview Henry Herbert Tailors at Central Bloomsbury

Welcome to our second fabulous myworld interview filmed at the lovely Central www.centralworking.com located next door to myhotel Bloomsbury. This time we've had the honour of interviewing Charlie Baker-Collingwood of Henry Herbert tailors.
For more info: www.henryherbert.com

myworld interview Sav the Deceptionist at myhotel Chelsea

A very special day today - our first myworld interview spot filmed in the library at myhotel Chelsea! Special thanks to Sav the Deceptionist - http://www.deceptionist.co.uk Who kindly offered to show us a slice of deception!

To see in YouTube visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RsQ5gCtiwE

This morning we've had the pleasure of chatting with Bethanie Lunn, author of "The Modern Girl's Guide To Fabulousness", which gives girls all the information they need about the coolest hangouts, the hippest accessories and the best parties!

myworld: What are you up to today?

BL: I started the day with a photo call at the Sunshine Bakery in Leeds with a cupcake design I created for children’s cancer charity, CLIC Sargent. Think pink candyfloss sponge crowned with pouting candy lips and eye-popping red glaze. I’m now testing a new lipstick for a review on my website, The Modern Girl’s Guide (www.bethanielunn.com) and I’m shortly off to London (my second home) for a meeting with a agent regarding developing opportunities my TV Presenting.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

BL: I'm working on book no.2 and making The Modern Girl's Guide a global brand. Flying to the USA in June, I'll be researching the best products, places and services around for The Modern Girl's Guide to Fabulousness: State-side.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

BL: A golden tap that releases prosecco as opposed to water preferably by my bed side. A ceiling that retracts to reveal a star lit sky (this reminds me of a place I visited in Brazil), and small conveniences such as GOOD coffee and coffee and espresso machines plus a free mini bar would be gratefully received.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

BL: It’s hard to choose but I’d have to say sight. You can feel, taste and even hear with your eyes especially with food – enjoying a dish starts first with your eyes.

Today we're talking to Amanda Zuydervelt, the editor and founder of Stylebible, the luxury lifestyle directory & concierge service!

myworld: What are you up to today?

AZ: I am up early to clear some email, today I will mostly be out and about.  I have a photoshoot mid morning for a feature on Stylebible, a long lunch with a good friend who I haven't seen in months and an afternoon of meetings. Completely different to yesterday where I found myself at my desk for 14 hours straight.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

AZ: We are going to launch a ski bible in time for next season which will be the definitive guide to the best resorts, chalets, hotels and entertainment. We have just come back from the Volvo Snowbombing Festival (http://www.snowbombing.com/en/) in Mayrhofen which is one of the events we will be featuring, as always gathering the content has been a lot of fun.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

AZ: Uber comfortable beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, the kind of bathroom you would never normally be able to afford at home and breathtaking views. Oh and a great ‘friend’ to share it with. Don't ask for much do I?

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

AZ: After much deliberation I picked smell. I have a huge weakness for fresh flowers, it's rare not to find various vases full of blooms at my house, although my habit doesn't stretch to Elton John proportions!

myworld interview spot - Fleur Emery:

myworld interview spot - Fleur Emery:

This morning we have the pleasure of talking to Fleur Emery, the creator of the delicious Grasshopper Porridge!

myworld: What are you up to today?

Fleur Emery: Working on my Mac in the park and drinking Vita Coco, my new favourite thing.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

Fleur Emery: I’m writing a book about all the Frank Spencer style blunders that my sister and I made during the first couple of years of Grasshopper. Books are hip.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

Fleur Emery:I really like the new austerity that is coming through in design so my room would be plain with a grain sack armchair, Aesop toiletries and a perfect Lucy Pevensey style dressing gown from Margaret Howell.

myworld:Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

Fleur Emery: I love to see colour, especially the regency pallet from Farrow & Ball and the modern clay and putty tones that are becoming popular and can evoke anything from a country garden to a beach hut.

Visit http://www.teamgrasshopper.com/ for more info

myworld interview spot - Mister Booja-Booja:

On this delightful London morning we're talking with Mister Booja-Booja just ahead of our lovely Easter package launch!

myworld: What are you up to today?

Mister Booja-Booja: The sun’s shining, it’s the start of a new week and Booja-Booja is going bananas… no it’s not just that we’re all super busy but that the enticing smell of juicy bananas mixed with deep, dark chocolate is escaping from the mixing room as we create another batch of our delicious Cognac Banana Truffles.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

Mister Booja-Booja: Absolutely! We’re launching an exquisite new product line this autumn and we’re very excited about it. It’s taken months of development with our wonderful artists in Kashmir (who make and paint all our beautiful Easter Eggs and Luxury Gift Boxes) and now they’ve started production while we put the finishing touches to the labels and boxes etc. We can’t give details yet but you’re going to love it.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

Mister Booja-Booja: Windows you can open to let fresh air and sunshine in. A large, comfortable bed with fresh, soft linen. A fridge & freezer stocked with delicious Booja-Booja chocolates and ‘ice cream’!

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

Mister Booja-Booja: Probably smell. There’s nothing like the aroma of wonderful food to get you in the mood to eat and you can’t enjoy tasty food without it. Smell is also the strongest trigger to our memories; a scent can transport you instantly to somewhere far away in time and place… that’s powerful stuff!

myworld interview spot - Tim Hutchings

Today we've the pleasure of chatting with former international athlete & organiser of the Brighton Marathon, Tim Hutchings.

myworld: What are you up today?

TH: Photo shoot at Brighton Pier at 8am with a celeb – more to be revealed soon; but it was cold, damp and very grey and yet the superstar sportsman we were with was great, very accommodating. Updates with BM team on several issues through the morning, and answering a load of calls and emails on websites we’re about to launch, our celebrity starter, future event ideas we’re working on; a nice variety of stuff.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

TH: We’re about to launch a new website, and we have big challenges in ensuring that our Brighton Marathon Expo on April 9th goes well, as well as the After Party on the evening of Sunday April 10th after the race. In my freelance life – I do TV commentary on Athletics all over the world - I’m busier than ever and leave for New Mexico on Thursday for four days working on the US Indoor Championships. Next week I go to Paris on Thursday. Days off are few and far between at the moment.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

TH: Comfortable bed (because that’s the single most important thing I’m buying), good internet system (that is not ridiculously expensive for a few hours access), something to play my music on – very few hotels have a CD player and yet I love to feel at home as soon as I get there by putting my music on.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

TH: Touch – softness of fabrics and good ergonomics.

Visit http://www.brightonmarathon.co.uk/ for more info.

myworld interview spot - James Layfield

myworld is joined on the couch today by none other than James Layfield – who many regard as one of the new generation of entrepreneurs in the mould of UK innovators.

myworld: What are you up today?

JL:  I’m bushed, I’ve managed to cycle in and go to the gym today. I’ve got a lovely meeting with our design team on Central and best of all I’ve got one our We Show You Tell nights tonight. We are inviting potential members of Central to meet with us to help shape Central. We meet with people once a week, share our thoughts and get their feedback.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

JL: Oh yes, Central. It is a new working, meeting and inspiration space that we are opening in just 10 weeks. I’d love your readers to get involved at http://www.centralworking.com/ to share their thoughts on our concept.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

JL: A great view, I love rooms with wrap around windows and a fantastic view, next would be a massive shower, and a chef on call.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

JL: In the context of a hotel room it is definitely touch. I want the space to hug me and relax me.

Hg2 news - Guyan Mitra interview at myhotel Chelsea

In more detail on http://hg2blog.wordpress.com/2011/01/27/portugeezer-hg2-news/

myworld interview spot - Sam Roddick

Today we've been chatting with Sam Roddick, founder of Coco de Mer.

myworld: What are you up today?

SR: Creating a whole new range of delicious and ridiculously pleasurable products for Coco de Mer

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

SR: Working - researching the perfumed garden - the arabic kama sutra

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

SR: Hotels for me need to be simple but the best of all the essentials: natural light , a window you can open - smelling clean but not antiseptic; the best bed and sheets / pillows and duvet; and details like scented candle
and bathroom accessories - like a good tooth brush and toothpaste / shampoo body wash... when hotels get it right lying on a clean hotel bed is like walking on freshly fallen snow.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

SR: Oh my God! I am a dionysian it is impossible to separate the pleasure of them.

BBC4 Radio at myhotel Chelsea

The charismatic salonierre Damian Barr chats to BBC Radio 4’s Justin Webb at myhotel Chelsea

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myworld interview spot - Amira Hashish

Today we chat with Amira Hashish, Entertainment Journalist at the London Evening Standard and also the presenter of The London Chat Show.

myworld: What are you up today?

AH: Writing a celebrity interview for the Entertainment section of the London Evening Standard website. There is always something great to write about in the capital but I try and pick the best events and most interesting stars to feature on the website.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

AH: I am working on an independent side project called The London Chat Show. It is a monthly chat show for a theatre audience taking place at the Canal Café Theatre in Little Venice. It will feature interviews with high-profile guests, comedy and music. http://www.londonchatshow.com/

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

AH: The theme would be contemporary but with a traditional twist. A strong shower and comfortable bed are other essentials.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

AH: Sight. The first thing that strikes you about a hotel room as you walk in is the design. I love the kind of boutique hotels that style each room a little differently so you never know quite what to expect.

myworld interview spot - Damian Barr

This afternoon we spoke with Damian Barr, journalist, writer, playwright and salonierre.

myworld: What are you up today?

DB: Reading books for new Guardian/waterstones promotion called fiction uncovered. Then it's cocktails at Le Fumoir with wickedly boozy writers and Christmas party for grand book types at London library. Spent some quality time w my chickens in between and planned a literay salon.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

DB: Well, next year I am contuing to curate and host events on te Hendeicks horseless carriage which takes writers and their stories to festivals like SGP. I am just finished first draft of first few chapters d a new book! And planning to take my literary salon to USA after event success w Bret Easton Ellis on berlin.on anninam going to be reader in residence on radio4!

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

DB: A vast bed for my 6'4" frame. A coat stand sturdy enough for tweed. And shelve and shelves of well-loved books!

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

DB: Taste-in the broadest sense. Specifically Unami...that Tongue tingling dark sweet-bitterness. It's the ultimate grown up taste sensation. And in perfect good taste-think a dirty gin martini where the olive is stuffed w dolcelattw cheese.

myworld interview spot - Rachel Seed

As Christmas approaches, we present you with some new interviews. Today we chat with Rachel Seed, founder of Hotel Exchange & Resource Magazine.

myworld: What are you up today?

RS: IA Mostly working on my new website http://www.the-hotel-exchange.com/. It's a membership website, allowing owners of hotels and B&Bs to exchange rooms with each other and travel for free.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

RS: My online magazine - http://www.resource-magazine.com/ is my outlet for writing about all things fabulous.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

RS: When I stay in a hotel, I want to feel like I'm away, I don't understand wanting a "home away from home". So..

Gorgeous bathroom with a huge bath, powerful shower, luxurious products and enormous fluffy towels.

State of the art, but user friendly technology - ideally a domotics panel but failing that free wifi and a good plasma screen will keep me happy. Also good lighting is essential.

IAWell positioned, super-comfy bed, with piles of feather pillows and high thread count linen.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

RS: If I absolutely had to chose one, it would be sight, I can't imagine living in a world of darkness.

myworld interview spot - Josh Spear

This week we have interviewed Josh Spear, Founding Partner @ Undercurrent

myworld: What are you up to today?

JS: Sitting on the new Airbus A380 plane on my way to Dubai. Headed to the Global Agenda Council meetings, part of the World Economic Forum.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

JS: I'm busy working on building a world class digital consultancy, called Undercurrent. We work with Fortune 100 brands to help them use digital as a tool for problem solving and business acceleration.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

JS: Extremely quiet, windows that open for fresh air, and plenty of room to spread out.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

JS: Smell. When your eyes are closed and you're lying in bed, you want the room to feel/smell great!

Fleur Britten on Hg2 London interview

Fleur Britten, writer at Sunday Times Style and editor of Hg2 London talks about all things London in the penthouse at myhotel Bloomsbury

myworld interview spot - LondonONtheinside

LondonONtheinside... discover real people living the dream in London Town! For more info visit http://londontheinsideabout.blogspot.com/

myworld: What are you up to today?

LondonONtheinside: Today we are off to London Fields for some brunch before a bit of vintage shopping in East London. Afterwards we will be heading to see Veronica Falls, who we are also interviewing for LondOntheInside Then we are off to our favourite restaurant Market in Camden for dinner. So quite a busy day!

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

LondonONtheinside: Our blog obviously! We have a couple of cool competitions which we will be running in the next few weeks but at the moment we are just working on perfecting the blog. In 2011 we will be starting up a monthly club night at a venue in East London hosting some of London’s best undiscovered bands. Stay tuned to the blog for more info.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

LondonONtheinside: A big comfy bed, power shower and a window that opens and lets natural light and fresh air into the room. (An Ipod docking station is always a bonus and bath robes, big soft bathrobes but perhaps that's better left unsaid!)

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

LondonONtheinside: It’s so hard to choose as the best experiences are usually those that combine at least two senses. We would have to say that we enjoy having them all stimulated at once for maximum pleasure.

myworld interview spot - Franco Vallelonga

Today we chat with Franco Vallelonga, men's/ women's hair stylist/ colourist, men's grooming & educator.

myworld: What are you up to today?

FV: Today I am work out styles and a mood board for an 2 day advitorial I'm working on next week for Head & Shoulders as well as a little up date on my website http://www.francovallelonga.com/

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

FV: Well I have quite a few little projects/editorials I'm working on for various magazines such as 7th Man, Marie Claire and Instyle. But the most exciting news is that I have finally decided to join an agency http://www.gcagency.co.uk/ so am looking forward the the new year ahead!

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

FV: Well I do like a bit of Armani Casa ☺ A great bathroom (comfortable bath tube/spa, to relax and wind down, A big out door terrace and an amazing view and a nice bottle of wine.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

FV: I can't imagine being without any one of the senses so its really hard to choose a favorite everyone it of importance to me. I get inspired by seeing life and its surroundings and my job is creating an image so life without being able to see would change my life completely so I guess seeing is at the top of the list.

The London Project: TANK Magazine's Caroline Issa from FASHIONmeGREEN on Vimeo.

In support of the wonderful Sleep Smart

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Top Stylista - news

Exclusive London Personal Shopping Tours from TopStylista on Saturday 27 November 2010.

Looking to spoil yourself or those special loved ones this Christmas? If the answer’s yes, there’s an even better excuse to shop ‘til you drop with your very own personal shopper!

TopStylista’s London personal shopping tours are perfect for those unfamiliar with the fantastic array of shops in the UK’s famous fashion capital, LONDON - whether you're a visitor to the city or a local, a hen party or a group of friends that enjoy shopping there’s a tour to suit everyone!

You can shop 'til you drop or simply use the expertise and insider knowledge of our personal shoppers to enjoy the experience of a unique shopping tour. Professional shoppers Mandy and Chantelle will know of the best places to find those hidden treasures as well as introducing you to new stores, labels and brands giving you a fantastic choice of presents to buy your special loved ones this Christmas.

Our London shopping tour locations include: • Westfield London - London’s Largest Shopping Mall • Covent Garden - London’s Hidden Village • Westfield London - London’s Largest Shopping Mall • Covent Garden - London’s Hidden Village

Includes: Welcome refreshments, pastries and cupcakes at myhotel Bloomsbury, VIP transfers and style booklet including tour map Welcome refreshments, pastries and cupcakes at myhotel Bloomsbury, VIP transfers and style booklet including tour map

Meeting venue: myhotel Bloomsbury 11 Bayley Street, London WC1B 3HD

Nearest tube: Tottenham Court Road
Times: Covent Garden scheduled tour: 09.00 – 13.00 ; Westfield London scheduled tour: 14.00 – 18.00

Group size: Max. 12 shoppers per group (min. 6 shoppers per tour)

Cost: £80 per person Final booking date: Saturday 13 November 2010

Booking details: Please call Chantelle on 079 7148 4882 or email her at chantelle@topstylista.com with your preferred shopping tour.

Visit http://www.personal-stylist.co.uk/ for more details.

Fab time-lapse video of Brighton Beach and myhotel Brighton

shot by architectural photographer James French

myworld interview spot - Andrew Kay

Today we have the pleasure of chatting with Andrew Kay, author of 'Pretty Boys All In A Row' and creative director of Latest Homes.

myworld: What are you up to today?

AK: Today I am reporting on recent trip to a smart Riad in Marrakech

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

AK: Progress on my second Novel, Coming and Going, is going well. 37,000 words in!

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

AK: A fabulous bed with great linen. A good bathroom with great towels. Somewhere decent to sit, relax and read a book, preferably with a view or even better a balcony or terrace.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

AK: How do you separate them? I love to see, feel and hear, I love to taste and I love to smell. Without any one of them life would be very dull indeed. I can't imagine a world with just one so a favourite is impossible.

myworld interview spot - The Holloways

The Holloways are a four-piece indie-rock band from North London. Known for their hip album ‘No Smoke, No Mirrors’, they are now featuring songs from the forthcoming album alongside the classic Holloways favourites. To know more visit http://the-holloways.co.uk/

myworld: What are you up to today?

TH: We are working in the studio on new tracks for our next album. Were really excited, our two new band members Drew Wale and Jonny Davies led that extra force we now looking for.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

TH: Yes- that each of us, has a charity we like, so our new year plan is to source 5 spaces in various cities throughout the UK where we can do a respective charity gig

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

TH: A cool space with big bed, a superb sound system and well stacked mini bar for after show festivities. And of course top notch tea & coffee making facilities, for the morning after.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

TH: For us its impossible to separate all 5 senses, each one contributes to the other and collectively they make for better awareness in what and how we live and perform as the The Holloways. I'd say our gigs cater for every sense...

myworld interview spot - Nick Clarke

Nick Clarke is a writer, editor and all-round party boy; he works at high-end city guide publisher Hg2, and writes for titles such as The Independent, LivingETC, 25 Beautiful Homes, Wallpaper* and 7th Man. He is also editor of the AskMen.com London newsletter and founder of Gunpowder, a blog dedicated to all things stylish in the world. http://www.hg2.com/; http://www.gunpowder-magazine.com/ 

myworld: What are you up to today?

NC: Today I am at Hg2 HQ busily editing, writing and Tweeting. It’s what I do best. We’ve got so many projects on the go at the moment – including a new Website, new iPhone apps and God knows how many new guides – that there’s never a dull moment.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

NC: Hg2 only works on hip things! At the moment we’re hugely excited about the launch of Hg2 Art tomorrow – which is a coffee table-style book containing 90+ essays from artists, curators, collectors and critics. We’re also anticipating the launch of our third edition to London, which contains pretty much every place that matters in London. Fleur Britten, its author and writer at Sunday Times Style, is one of London’s ultimate insiders, and really gets the scoop on what’s hip and happening in our beloved capital. Other than that, the all-new Hg2.com and iPhone apps are priorities.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

NC: I would say crisp, white, fine thread-count sheets; an iPod docking station; and high-end, stealable toiletries.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

NC: Definitely touch. A bed can be great to look at, but if it feels like lying on a bed of nails when you get in then there’s not much point.

myworld interview spot - Zoe Griffin

Every night, she gets into the coolest party or parties in London and posts stories on her blog immediately, thus outscooping newspapers and making sure her addictive blog gets thousands of hits. We spot the Party Princess today... check it out!

myworld: What are you up to today?

ZG: Today I am writing the first ever entries on my new party whiteboard. In a bid to get organised, I'm writing my diary up big so I don't forget anything!
On my chart of activities for the coming week is the Asahi Cocktail Masters competition, Papillion Design's new gallery opening, Firetrap watches re-launch party, Katie Price's book launch, the gala night of Flashdance The Musical, a National Chocolate Week tasting at The Ivy Club, a Pink Ribbon charity ball with The Saturdays and the African Music Awards. I want to see Guns N Roses at the o2 but not sure if there will be time.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

ZG: If you go to http://zoegriffin.ipap.me/viewspots#/map you can see where all celebrities have been spotted in London recently.

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

ZG: If I was designing a hotel room I would like a tap that dispensed Champagne. I'd also like a foot spa as running around town in heels means that my feet often ache and need some TLC. Finally, I'd like the phone number of a stylist so they could come to my room with a selection of awesome outfits. Or a wardrobe library - how cool would that be? Like a dressing up box with stuff you'd actually wear.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

ZG: Taste. Imagine life without the smooth hit of chocolate, the fizz of Champagne or the sharpness of coffee? Hell!

myworld interview spot - Jodie Harsh

Today we're chatting with Jodie Harsh, DJ club promoter and fashion muse!

Visit  http://www.jodieharsh.com/

myworld: What are you up to today?

JH: I’m actually writing this on a Eurostar to Paris, I tend to save up my interviews and long emails for travelling so I can stay in a creative headspace at home in London. I’m DJ’ing at an event tonight for the launch of a new magazine which should be quite fabulous…it’s Fashion Week there so it could be an exciting night.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

JH: I am expanding my club brand Circus, with lots of bigger parties both in and around London. The next London event is on Halloween at Paramount, on the 31^st floor of Centre Point. The legendary muse to David Lachapelle, Amanda Lepore, will be performing live. It’s all very exciting. That’s on October 31^st and tickets are available from Tuesday 5^th October on the website, thisiscircus.com

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

JH: The biggest, comfiest bed known to mandkind. When I get in from a DJ gig, all I can think about is hitting the hay before the sun rises, so a comfy bed with lots of pillows is certainly essential. Again, out of pure indulgence, a bath would be lovely. I always take showers at home and in the gym and only really have baths when I have an hour to relax and rejuvenate. Lots of bubbles, lots of products, and a comfy warm robe. Finally, room service is important, and someone handsome to deliver it is an added bonus.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

JH: Probably scent. I am fragrance obsessed. I love lighting fragranced candles everywhere – they’re relaxing and really set  mood. My favourite brand is Cire Trudon, they’ve been produced since the 1600’s and Marie Antoinette was a fan. I believe they were the first ever scented candles. I buy in bulk! They make an amazing minty scented one, it’s literally like fresh peppermint is filling your house! Beautiful. 

myworld interview spot - Hardeep Singh Kohli

Today we have the absolute pleasure of interviewing Hardeep Singh Kohli, the phenomenal British writer and radio and television presenter. Visit http://www.hardeepsinghkohli.co.uk/

myworld: What are you up to today?

HSK: I've just landed at my favourite airport, London City and am on the DLR travelling back to Dalston from Glasgow after the latest few dates of my tour The Nearly Naked Chef. Looking forward to a quiet Sunday with radio 4 and some curried goat.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

HSK: I've got a lot of writing projects on the go. I'm working on my first novel which I'm hoping to get written by Easter. I also have a few exciting Radio projects for radio 2 and 4. And I'm running a series of cookschools in Scotland now that I'm a Food and Drink ambassador for Visit Scotland. It's all go!

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

HSK: I'd need a luxurious bathroom with the ability to have the radio piped in while I soak. Style is important, that individual touch that isn't a constant reminder that there are 153 rooms just like yours. And a bowl of fruit. I never eat any of it but it looks pretty.

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

HSK: For me it would have to be taste. I'd be lost without food. More and more hotels are streamlining their offering and choosing not to provide any food. That's fine if like myhotel, they are in the epicentre of cities. Not so good if you're in the middle of nowhere.



myworld interview spot - Charlie Pearson

We’re thrilled to be launching myworld interview segment – an entertaining, and often thought provoking, interview spots on our very own Blog. Effectively it’s a wonderful foray into the wild and entertaining lives of individuals we’re proud to call friends of myhotels… And we’re even prouder to being working with them!

Today we’re chatting with Charlie Pearson – MD of The Lifestyle Agency
http://www.thelifestyle-agency.com/

myworld: What are you up to today?

CP: Today I’m arranging a launch party for Ecuire25, the world’s largest supercar club. Ecurie25’s new Surrey Club House is packed with Ferraris, including the 458 Italia, Lamborghinis, Maseratis, Mercedes including the SLS, Porsches and many many more. It’s truly a sight to behold.

myworld: Anything super hip you’re working on that you wouldn’t mind sharing with myworld?

CP: We’re working with 2R Art who are bringing together six of the biggest Urban Artists in the UK, all under one roof in the very near future…watch this space!

myworld: If you were designing a hotel bedroom what would be amongst your top 3 prerequisites?

CP: Big comfy bed, Butler & Cinema Room

myworld: Our design philosophy takes into account the 5 senses – of all of them, which is your favourite and why?

CP: Smell… I can tell you which city I’m in by smell, I can tell you the type of champagne by smell, I can even tell you the type of Sunday roast by smell. Loose this and nothing would make sense.

Forty-Eight Hours in London... Make it count!

If you’re looking for an escape to the capital City for a few days – then look no further. The Forty-Eight Hours package enables you, as our dear guest, to benefit from a 2 nights stay at the contemporary myhotel Bloomsbury, where you will be wined, dined and spoiled in the achingly hip - merkaba!

Package includes:

- A two night stay in a stunning guestroom
- An enticing main course meal with a glass of wine per person (on a night of your choice)
- An energy boosting continental buffet breakfast for two every morning

No. of Nights:2

Accommodation Options + VAT per Room Occupancy from...
Standard Double 306 GBP min: 1 Adult - max: 2 Adults [ Book Now ]

myhotels group are proud to partner with Hg2 for the newest, hottest tips in town

A Hedonist's Guide to... (Hg2) is a stylish city guide series for the more decadent traveller. myhotels group and Hg2 (Hg2.com) are proud to partner with one another to present you with some wonderful tips!
London, Innit

As much as you’d like to stay in your gorgeous hotel room, sometimes you need to get out and about to really soak up a city. Which is why our friends at Hg2 luxury city guides are putting together a monthly list of must-see London attractions.

Covered this month;

Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park

Shakespeare's Globe

Photographer's Gallery

The Tower of London