Francisca Matté oli was born in Santiago, Chile, to a Chilean father and Scottish mother. After living for many years in Brazil, she now resides in Paris as a respected travel writer. Her work has been published in magazines such as National Geographic France and Condé Nast Traveler, and her previous books, including Hotel Stories and Extraordinary Voyages, have been translated into many languages.
Tuca Reiné s is a Brazilian architect and photographer who unites his knowledge in both areas to give shape to his unique photography work. His work has been featured in international publications including Vogue, Architectural Digest, Elle Decor and Wallpaper*, among others, for almost three decades, as well as in a number of books including Bahia Style, Living Bahia, and Great Escapes South America. He lives in Sã o Paulo.
