OF ALL THE BARS…

Think of the 20th century’s most iconic bar and Humphrey Bogart’s Casablanca ‘gin joint’ will be up there – along with greats like Harry’s Bar, Raffles and El Floridita. The difference, clearly is that Rick’s Café Americain was merely a fleeting presence on a 1942 Warner Brothers soundstage, its irresistible combination of classic cocktails and the principled non-conformity of its eponymous proprietor feels modern to this day. Rick’s at The Bristol is a brand-new space, inspired by the glamour of a member’s club in a far-flung destination and designed to capture its namesake’s spirit, without aping its look and feel. Designed in natural materials around hand-woven rattan lighting, Rick’s features double-height ceilings, an open fire, outdoor terrace and an abundance of greenery. Cocktails are impeccable, wines, spirits and local pours are carefully chosen, and the evening sharing plates utilise the best of seasonal, regional produce. Guests and visitors come through the main entrance in Narrow Quay, to join us in celebrating all the wonderful libations and provender this part of the world has to offer. Opening hours: Wednesday 4-11pm, Thursday 4pm-12am, Friday 12pm-12am, Saturday 10am12am, Sunday 10am-5.30pm. ricksbarbristol.com

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Suite Elite

With over 20 years in the business, Elite Traveler is the self-professed ‘marketleading guide and curator of the global luxury lifestyle of UHNW individuals’, and purveyor of the best in show for luxury travel. So, we are delighted to announce that in 2023 Elite Traveler has named The Penthouse Level at The Dupont Circle in its soughtafter listing of global top 100 suites, with special mentions for sustainability, service and luxury. Newly refurbished and featuring 12 exclusive suites, The Penthouse Level offers unparalleled views of D.C., via vast windows and outside terraces, with the 3,000 square foot, two-bedroom Grand Penthouse Suite, complete with heated terraces, marble floors and epic views the pinnacle. Find out more, doylecollection.com/hotels/ the-dupont-circle-hotel/suites

All The Women

To mark International Women’s Day (8th March, 2023), we’re delighted to announce the return of The Doyle Collection Headshot Initiative, an annual event celebrating women in business. We’re inviting women to come into selected Doyle Collection hotels to be shot by a female professional photographer giving them images to use on their websites, socials and in PR, as they build their business profiles. All money raised will be donated to women’scharities and foundations – to be announced by region nearer the date. At the time of going to press we’re still firming up details, destinations and the photographers themselves, so keep an eye on our socials. doylecollection.com