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The Cuban Revolution

The Cuban Revolution

One culture. Two currencies? Charlatan checks-in to Cuba’s new Gran Hotel Manzana, and experiences the collision between communism and the new market capitalism.

One Night in Bangkok

Thailand's Coup d'état

Charlatan checked in to the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok in 2014, and stumbled onto a political crisis and coup d’état. Ten years on, Thailand’s fight for democracy forges on.

Canada Strong

The True North Strong & Free

How prime minister Mark Carney’s landslide victory and big dollars intend to block US annexation, and unite, secure, protect, and rebuild Canada.

The Hungarian Rhapsody

Four Seasons Budapest

As Graham Palace faces Buda Castle, culture and nationalism square off in the second act of a unique and remarkable experiment in Hungary.

A New Argentina

Four Seasons Buenos Aires

It’s the birthplace of the Tango. Charlatan checks-in to the Four Seasons Buenos Aires and discovers the spirit of Eva Parón in lock step with the most diverse nation of immigrants in the world.

The Big Smoke

Corinthia London

Its the world's most visited city. Contributor MATTHEW FLACKS opts for a staycation in a quixotic enclave in cosmpolitan London.

CHARLATAN

The Exposé of Politics & Style