The Smiling House Journal
No place I'd rather be.
There is a particular joy in anticipating a journey — the quiet thrill of imagining where you'll wake tomorrow. This is where that feeling begins: considered destination guides, insider tips on Gstaad and the Alps, and hospitality insights from founder Moriya Rockman and the Smiling House team.
Featured
The Opposite of Indifference
On World Luxury Day, a case for the one value no one has named
Latest stories
The Magical Chalet Guide to Saanenland
Stay in one for a few weeks, and you become part of its story
Dolly Parton, Country Night Gstaad, and the Real Reason We Travel
Country Night Gstaad turns 37 this weekend. What a pedal steel guitar in a Swiss valley tells us about why culture — not scenery — is what really moves people. And a farewell to the woman who understood it best.
Smiling House Announces Direct Integration with Hostaway
It's been a long time coming, and we're delighted to finally announce that Smiling House is now officially integrated with Hostaway .
SMILING HOUSE · LUXURY VILLAS · 2026
The 20 things that make a property truly extraordinary — and what they feel like when you arrive
Specialising in luxury accommodation: Smiling House founder Moriya Rockmann
The Swiss platform Smiling House has launched a new travel agency tool called “Villa Tracker”, designed to simplify the search for suitable luxury…
GSTAAD AND PAYS-D’ENHAUT: A GUIDE TO AUTHENTIC SHOPS AND EXPERIENCES IN THE SWISS ALPS
Gstaad is known for its luxury resorts and pristine mountain scenery, but the real magic lies in the quieter discoveries. The artisanal shops, family-run…
The Invisible Architecture of a Perfect Summer: How the Most Exceptional Villa Stays Are Designed Before You Arrive
There is a quiet truth in luxury travel that is rarely spoken about:
The Shortyz 2026 winners revealed
Priya Khaira
A Defining Moment in Innovation
At The Smiling House Group, we are proud to celebrate a truly special milestone — our founder, Moriya Rockman, being awarded the Disruptor Innovator Award at…
Founder of Smiling House Luxury : Moriya Rockman - Nominated for 2 Prestigious Awards at The 2026 Shortyz in London
Reading Time: 2 minutes
Revfine
Max Starkov
HOT SUMMER DESTINATIONS 2026
Ten European Escapes to Inspire Your Next Journey By Smiling House