Category Archives: Travels

Roja Dove – An Extraordinary Englishman Part II

Posted on November 15, 2012 by Olfactoria

Here is Part II of my interview with Roja Dove at the Haute Parfumerie in Harrod’s in London. Read Part I here. How did you come up with the names of your perfumes, what do they signify for you? Danger, … Continue reading →

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Roja Dove – An Extraordinary Englishman Part I

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Olfactoria

It is easy to fall under the charming spell of Roja Dove. Britain’s most prominent perfumer, Roja is on his way to being a legend. The most-quoted perfumer and perfume historian of our time, he lives and breathes his passion … Continue reading →

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Perfume Shopping Around The World – The Poland Edition

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Olfactoria

Editor’s Note: Let us welcome Lukas today, who will introduce himself below. By Lukas: Hello to all who travel through the perfume world along with Olfactoria! Nice to see so many perfume enthusiasts in one place. Let me introduce myself: … Continue reading →

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A Short Break From Daily Drudgery – Olfactoria Is Off To London!

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Olfactoria

I’m flying to my favorite city on earth today, the hopefully not too rainy London. Of course I’m going there not just for fun and games, but to bring you a taste of London’s finest in perfumery. I have an … Continue reading →

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London Calling – Meet Me At Les Senteurs!

Posted on October 13, 2012 by Olfactoria

I will be in London for a few days at the end of October and would love to meet London-based readers (and fellow bloggers)! I will be at Les Senteurs at 2, Seymore Place on Friday, 26th from 4-6pm. I … Continue reading →

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Paris Treasures – A Shopping Trip to The Capital Of Perfumeland

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Olfactoria

Below is the lovely account about perfume shopping in Paris by my friend Sandra, an American living in Vienna and a loyal, long-time reader of Olfactoria’s Travels. Sandra is a perfume-nut and mother of an incredibly cute three-year old. I’m … Continue reading →

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Dolce Vita Profumato – A Visit To Profumeria Al Sacro Cuore In Bologna

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Olfactoria

The reason I went to Bologna this year before our family vacation at the Adriatic coast was to visit the most beautiful perfume store the city has to offer – Antica Profumeria al Sacro Cuore. One of the first niche … Continue reading →

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Quick Update – Olfactoria In Stress-Mode

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Olfactoria

I wanted to quickly check in with all of you, since I am back from my vacation, but I literally only have a minute of time for blog writing right now. But instead of moan and bitch about my stress … Continue reading →

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Off To Italy! – Olfactoria Goes On Vacation

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Olfactoria

My family and I have packed the car to the rafters and will slowly trundle (as I said the car  is quite heavily loaded) to Italy today. It is going to be primarily a vacation of relaxing on the beach … Continue reading →

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Scents Of Destination – Where To Wear What! A Blogging Project

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Olfactoria

Where are you going on vacation this summer? Any exotic locales? Maybe an exciting city trip? A mountain retreat? A sandy beach? To your office? Wherever you plan to go, even if you stay on your own balcony, there is … Continue reading →

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