A Novel ExperienceTravel with Spice Journeys
Where the real meets the imagined
This is not a typical travel guide, but an invitation to explore destinations differently.
#NovelExperience
A Character’s View
Characters from the world of The Spice Temple share some of their favourite places, revealing how their imagined worlds have been shaped by real ones.
Where the Real Meets the Imagined
Part of the beauty of reading is imagining a world for yourself, but for those curious about what lies behind the story, we offer glimpses into what has found its way onto the page.
Places to Linger
From a writer’s perspective, some places invite us to linger: a favourite café, a hidden hotel corner, a captivating garden or somewhere entirely unexpected. Places to read, write, create, meet or simply watch the world go by.
Cultural Curiosities
What makes us curious often makes a place memorable: architecture and art, languages and local rituals, culinary traditions, remarkable people and unexpected stories. Details and culture matter.
Whether you’re curious about the places behind the stories, searching for somewhere new to explore, or simply looking for inspiration for your next journey, discover a world where fiction and reality meet.
CURATED JOURNEYS • STAY CURIOUS • ESCAPE THE ORDINARY
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SWITZERLAND |
LuzernCentral Switzerland is where the grand villa, The Spice Temple, lives. Discover destinations here through the histories, stories, landscapes and people that make this place so special. This is where the real meets the imagined. More to come. |
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ZURICHBanking, art, design, grand hotels, hidden gardens and conversations over coffee. Zürich has left its mark on more than one character in The Spice Temple. Can you guess who? |
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United Kingdom |
LondonMusic, literature, afternoon rituals and worlds within worlds. London is part of Yasmin’s story, from the places that shaped her as a pianist to the cafés, cultural institutions and quiet corners she returns to. Follow the city through her eyes, and discover some of the real places and experiences that found their way into her imagined world. London through Yasmin’s eyes. Coming soon. |
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AUSTRIA |
VIENNAFranz, one of the head waiters at the grand villa, carries something of Vienna with him: the rituals of Kaffeehaus culture, old-school hospitality, impeccable service and a particular talent for occasionally saying just a little too much. Where might Franz have learned his craft before finding his way to the grand villa? |
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INDIA |
UdaipurStep into Ishan’s world through the colors, flavors, artistry and traditions of Udaipur, Rajasthan and Alleppey, Kerala, and beyond. Discover Ishan’s world. |
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SPAIN |
MadridAndal spent time in Madrid as a student, drawn to its barrios and their distinct characters. The stories exchanged across café and restaurant tables fed the curiosity of a budding journalist. What histories, intrigues and encounters might have inspired his first investigation? |
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MORE JOURNEYS TO COMENew places, characters, cultural curiosities and real-world inspirations will continue to find their way here. STAY CURIOUS • KEEP EXPLORING |
