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The Sun
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Loved-up Louis Tomlinson and Zara McDermott can't stop snogging on holiday in Costa Rica
LOUIS Tomlinson and Zara McDermott were unable to stop snogging during a romantic date night while holidaying in Costa Rica. The smitten couple packed on the PDA as they dined at the Banana Beach Restaurant on Sunday. The Sun revealed that One Direction star Louis, 33, flew the Strictly star, 28, out in first class to a secluded villa on the coast in Santa Teresa where he's recording new music. Zara, who split from former Made In Chelsea star Sam Thompson in January, was seen locking lips with her new pop star beau. The ex-Love Islander was seen beaming as she and Louis were spotted deep in conversation while gazing into each others eyes. Zara was pictured with her arms wrapped around Louis, as he lean in close for a kiss. They struggled to keep their hands off each other and were seen repeatedly embracing and smooching. Zara showed off her toned arms and midriff in a sleeveless white crop top and matching skirt. She opted for minimal makeup and wore her brunette tresses in a high ponytail, while accessorising with statement gold flower earrings. While the Best Song Ever hitmaker looked casual in a yellow t-shirt. They looked comfortable in each other's company and were seen laughing and joking around in between their PDA sessions. Sam Thompson drops HUGE clue he's set for awkward run in with Louis Tomlinson At one point Louis was seen whispering in Zara's ear, which left her giggling like a school girl. Throughout the evening, they were seen enjoying cosy conversations as they struggled to take their eyes off each other. Zara was then seen scrolling through her camera roll with Louis. She was seen grinning from ear to ear as she put her arm around the hitmaker as they made the most of their romantic getaway. It comes after fans bumped into the singer while the couple were out and about. As they asked to get selfies with Louis, Zara patiently waited by his side. He was then seen putting his hand on her back as he guided her out of the venue with him. The fan account which posted the video captioned it: "They're cute." In the video Louis is heard saying "I've been loving it, I've been loving" when asked about the area. Louis will be back in the UK for Soccer Aid net month and taking to the pitch at Old Trafford for the annual charity match alongside Zara's very recent ex boyfriend Sam Thompson. Sam split from Zara four months ago, and is now set to play on the same side as her new boyfriend in next month's charity match. She has no plans to support Louis from the sidelines, but was keen to spend quality time together abroad while he works on his new album. A source said: 'Louis and Zara are going from strength to strength. 'He got his team to organise her first-class travel from London to Costa Rica over the weekend. 'It meant Zara was unable to attend the TV Baftas but she is keen to spend as much time with Louis as possible." 10 10 10 10 10 10
Condé Nast Traveler
22-05-2025
- Condé Nast Traveler
Chez George — Hotel Review
Why book? Set on a hilltop in the historic Santa Teresa neighborhood of Rio De Janeiro, Chez Georges is a striking example of Brazilian Brutalism, offering sweeping 360-degree views of Sugarloaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay. Just a 20-minute drive from the vibrant Copacabana Beach, its secluded setting feels like an urban retreat, where time slows down and the morning begins with the gentle sound of birds. Whether lounging by the 50-foot pool, listening to soft Brazilian music from the record player, or watching the sunset, Chez Georges offers a tranquil, almost dreamlike escape. Set the scene It was early morning when I stepped out of my Uber and found myself in front of a large wooden door that resembled a garage. A keypad was mounted beside it, and a voice crackled through the speaker, asked for my name, and then buzzed me in. I walked into what appeared to be a garage, where a glass-clad elevator waited. Pressing the button for the top floor, the elevator climbed two stories, where the view gradually opened up around me. The boutique hotel itself was airy and minimalist. What struck me were the small, artistic details—artwork tucked into bookcases alongside records, candlesticks, Portuguese books, and musical instruments. Colored glass light fixtures hung from the ceiling in the lobby, casting soft reflections. Outside, a wooden deck stretched out with lounge chairs positioned toward the pool and the hotel. The open doors let in the gentle sounds of birds, and the peaceful atmosphere made the entire place feel like home. The staff seemed young, and upon arrival, I was the only one there. The backstory Wladimir Alves de Souza, a prominent Brazilian architect known for his contributions to Brazilian Brutalism and Modernism, designed the original residence in 1974. The property was constructed as a private home in Rio de Janeiro's historic Santa Teresa neighborhood. Decades later, in 2019, the property was transformed into a boutique hotel by Pierre Bident Moldeva, a technology entrepreneur, and Olivier Verwilghen, a musician. Despite having no prior experience in hospitality, the two were drawn to the idea of creating the kind of space that reflected their personal aesthetics. One of the distinctive features of Chez Georges is its integration of music into the architectural design. The villa includes a recording studio connected to a music production room located beneath the villa's private pool. The interior design features a mix of Brazilian and European modernism, with furnishings sourced from antique markets in Paris, Brussels, and Ghent, alongside pieces by Brazilian designer Ricardo Fasanello, like the dining room chairs. The rooms While Chez Georges may be modest in size, with only a handful of suites, the rooms themselves feel anything but small. Each suite is designed with 70s-inspired minimalism. Inside, you'll find a standard wardrobe, desk, and queen-size bed, but it's the floor-to-ceiling windows that steal the show, opening onto a shared balcony with sweeping views that's perfect to watch the sunrise. The design blends grey concrete ceilings, muted earth tones, and richly textured hardwoods to create a calm, grounded atmosphere. The bathroom, featuring a wooden sink and blue and white mosaic walls, also offers a view—this time of Santa Teresa and the concrete pergola outside. Each suite is named after a legendary musician named George, from Harrison to Benson, and notably, there are no televisions, encouraging guests to truly unplug. Food and drink There's no dinner service, but the hotel more than makes up for it with a generous array of breakfast options: Mornings begin with Pão de queijo, a colorful plate of fresh fruits like dragonfruit, kiwi, mango, and grapes, along with a selection of cold plates, cakes, toast, eggs, and freshly pressed fruit juices. The neighborhood/area The hotel opens directly onto the Santa Teresa Tram, also known as the Bondinho—a historic tramway that's been in operation since 1877. As one of the world's oldest street railways, it offers a scenic and nostalgic ride over Arcos da Lapa and into downtown Rio, making it a charming and accessible way to explore the city. Just steps from the tram, the street is lined with lively restaurants, bars, clothing boutiques, and souvenir shops. A five-minute walk away, you'll find Indecente Café, a vibrant new coffee shop that offers a cozy atmosphere and a menu of paninis and lattes. While Santa Teresa quiets down in the evening, late-night options are still available, like Ago, a laid-back Afro-Brazilian bar about a ten-minute walk from the hotel, serving fried shrimp pastries and smoked cinnamon cocktails in a welcoming space. The service Truly the highlight of my stay. Though the atmosphere was laid-back, the staff were exceptionally warm and attentive, always ready with suggestions on things to do and the best ways to get around. Upon arrival, I was greeted with a welcome drink and a sense that nothing was too much to ask. They addressed me by name and took time during breakfast to chat about my travels and my experience in Brazil. One staff member shared how much they loved working there because it allowed them to live in their beautiful country while meeting people from all over the world. One evening, when I mentioned I was a bit hungry, someone kindly opened the kitchen and brought me a freshly sliced mango to enjoy in my room. There was always someone willing to help, and they were dedicated to giving me a good experience. Accessibility There's an elevator to get up to the main property and accessible suites on the ground floor.
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Louis Tomlinson's sister Lottie reveals what she really thinks of her brother's relationship with Zara McDermott after the couple go Instagram official
They went Instagram official with their relationship last week and now Louis Tomlinson 's sister Lottie has weighed in on her brother's romance with Zara McDermott. The Love Island star, 28, and One Direction singer, 33, have been inseparable since their relationship was made public in March, three months after MailOnline revealed Zara and ex-boyfriend Sam Thompson, 32, had parted ways. And now as the loved up couple enjoy a sun-soaked holiday in Santa Teresa in Costa Rica, Louis' sister Lottie, 26, has revealed the family have welcomed Zara into the fold. Speaking about her brother's relationship for the first time, Lottie told OK! Magazine: 'Yeah, she is amazing and they are really happy. I'm really happy for him.' Lottie, who shares son Lucky, two, and daughter Flossie, five months, with her fiancé Lewis Burton, also hinted Zara might soon by on babysitting duty. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Asked if the couple would be helping out she joked: 'Hopefully, yeah.' As well as Lottie, Louis is also an older brother to twins Phoebe and Daisy, 21. His other sister Félicité tragically passed away at just 18 in 2019 after an accidental drug overdose. Zara is believed to have met Louis through his sisters, according to his die-hard fans who questioned the link between Zara and the One Direction hunk's siblings. At the time, fans claimed that as well as himself, Louis's sisters, including make-up artists Lottie, and twins Daisy and Phoebe, followed Zara too. Another theory is that the girls could be working on an undisclosed documentary with the Love Island star, which is a way Zara could have been been introduced to Louis. One fan penned: 'I've heard about the link with a documentary as well. Zara has been involved in a recent change in the law as it's now illegal to threaten to share images without someone's consent. I can see something like that appealing to Louis, even though it's revenge porn that is the basis of Zara's law change.' Another said: 'I also heard rumors that she's part of the rumored series the twins are trying to get going, so fingers crossed it's more about that.' 'I think there is a documentary about the Tomlinson's being produced since the sisters are interested in being England's version of the Kardashians. Zara has worked on documentaries, maybe she is involved with that', commented a third user. A fourth said: 'I think it's more of a business thing than anything else (for the twins, they're well into reality tv and Zara was on love island) so if it is a stunt it'd be quite ridiculous, especially since Louis openly criticises love island.' With another adding: 'His sisters have been following her for quite some time. If they are gonna stunt, we will know, because you know, the purpose of a stunt is to be visible and in your face. It is more likely that she is helping the twins with their Kardashians style show which has been in the talks for a while now.' Meanwhile Zara and Louis looked smitten as they were spotted on a romantic holiday in Costa Rica, where Louis is currently recording music, over the weekend. Louis placed a loving hand on Zara's shoulder as they departed the venue after posing for selfies with fans. In the clip, Louis is heard saying: 'I've been loving it, I've been loving...' When a fan asks Zara to be in a picture, she responds: 'You guys get a picture. Don't worry about me, just get one with him.' The singer reportedly got his team to organise her first-class travel from London to Costa Rica over the weekend. According to The Sun, a source said: 'It meant Zara was unable to attend the TV Baftas but she is keen to spend as much time with Louis as possible. 'He's been out in Costa Rica for a few weeks recording his album and is keen to show her the sights.' During their trip, Zara shared a gorgeous picture of an orange sky on Instagram alongside the caption 'beautiful' and location tag of Costa Rica. Louis sent fans wild as he shared a gushing comment on his new girlfriend's social media post. Zara shared a stunning picture of herself editing her new documentary series as she explained that she is feeling more 'confident' in front of the camera and gushed that she is 'unbelievably excited' for fans to watch. She penned: 'In the edit for my new series all about Thailand. I'm so unbelievably excited about this one. 'I can't believe I've been making documentaries for 5 years now… every year that goes by I feel my confidence in front of the camera, in my producing (and in myself!!) growing so much. 'I feel really proud of this, of our amazing team for creating such a special series with so much depth to it, exploring some pretty serious topics but also capturing the fun too. I learnt SO much making this programme. I cannot wait ❤️. '(Thailand will be out later this year after my stalking documentary which will be out this summer)'. Louis quickly took to the comments and wrote: 'Proud of you x'. While his younger sister Daisy looked to also approve his new relationship with the influencer as she also penned: 'Clever and beautiful'. In the first hour of Louis sharing the sweet comment, nearly six thousand fans liked the message and several others commented saying he was 'cute' and happy that he is 'supportive'. Meanwhile, Zara's ex Sam has seemingly moved on with Love Island's Samie Elishi and the new couple were spotted passionately kissing outside Olivia Attwood's birthday party earlier this month.
The Sun
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Louis Tomlinson's sister breaks silence on his romance with Zara McDermott as he's spotted with her in Costa Rica
LOUIS Tomlinson's sister Lottie has given her verdict on his blossoming romance with Zara McDermott. Lottie, 26, has broken her silence after her One Direction star brother was spotted with Zara on holiday in Costa Rica. 6 6 6 Two months after The Sun revealed Louis and Zara had started dating, Lottie has reportedly given their relationship her approval. Speaking to The Mirror at the launch of her beauty line, Lottie said: "Yeah, she is amazing and they are really happy. I'm really happy for him." Lottie was also said to have 'laughed' when it was suggested Louis and Zara could babysit for her children Lucky, two, and five-month-old Flossie. "Hopefully, yeah," she told the publication. Louis and Zara come after fans spotted them together in Costa Rica. Louis had flown his new flame out there in first class to a secluded villa on the coast in Santa Teresa where he's recording new music. The couple were briefly captured together on camera as fans surrounded Louis during a trip out. As the excited women asked to get selfies with Louis, 28-year-old Zara patiently waited by his side. The pop star was then seen putting his hand on Zara's back as he guided her out of the venue with him. The fan account which posted the video captioned it: "They're cute." In the video, Louis is heard saying "I've been loving it, I've been loving" when asked about the area. One fan then asked former Love Island star Zara to be in the picture with her and Louis. Zara, who was dressed casually in a baseball cap and oversized shirt with shorts, replied: "You guys get a picture. Don't worry about me, just get one with him." Although she has now forged a successful career as a documentary maker, Zara missed this year's Television Baftas to fly to Costa Rica to hang out with Louis. Insiders say she was happy to miss the glitzy showbiz event to spend time with the star as he records his new music. A source said: 'Louis and Zara are going from strength to strength. 'He got his team to organise her first-class travel from London to Costa Rica over the weekend. 'It meant Zara was unable to attend the TV Baftas but she is keen to spend as much time with Louis as possible." Louis and Zara were first spotted together at a luxury countryside hotel in March. It came three months after her break-up with telly presenter Sam Thompson. The couple had been in a relationship for five years. Next month, Louis will return to the UK for this year's Soccer Aid. He will be taking to the pitch at Old Trafford for the annual charity match alongside former Made In Chelsea star Sam. The pair are set to play for the same team - but Zara apparently has no plans to support Louis from the sidelines during the awkward run in. 6 6 6
The Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Louis Tomlinson and Zara McDermott look loved up as they are spotted on holiday in Costa Rica
LOUIS Tomlinson has been spotted looking loved up with Zara McDermott on their romantic holiday in Costa Rica. The One Direction star, 33, flew his new flame out in first class to a secluded villa on the coast in Santa Teresa where he's recording new music. 5 5 5 Fans bumped into the singer while the couple were out and about. As they asked to get selfies with Louis, 28-year-old Zara patiently waited by his side. He was then seen putting his hand on her back as he guided her out of the venue with him. The fan account which posted the video captioned it: "They're cute." In the video Louis is heard saying "I've been loving it, I've been loving" when asked about the area. One fan then asks Zara to be in the picture with her and Louis. Zara, who was dressed casually in a baseball cap and oversized shirt with shorts, replies: "You guys get a picture. Don't worry about me, just get one with him." Louis will be back in the UK for Soccer Aid net month and taking to the pitch at Old Trafford for the annual charity match alongside Zara's very recent ex boyfriend Sam Thompson. Made In Chelsea star Sam split from Zara four months ago, and is now set to play on the same side as her new boyfriend in next month's charity match. She has no plans to support Louis from the sidelines, but was keen to spend quality time together abroad while he works on his new album. Watch moment Sam Thompson breaks silence on ex Zara McDermott's new boyfriend Louis Tomlinson in VERY awkward grilling A source said: 'Louis and Zara are going from strength to strength. 'He got his team to organise her first-class travel from London to Costa Rica over the weekend. 'It meant Zara was unable to attend the TV Baftas but she is keen to spend as much time with Louis as possible." 5
