Claus Sendlinger is the founder and former CEO of Design Hotels AG and co-founder of Slow.

What is your experience with Spirit of the Nomad brand?

I sleep in it and I love it.

What do you feel is important to have a good night's sleep?

First, to understand sleep and its cycles. Then, you need to find your personal patterns. I am wearing an Oura Ring for three years now, which has helped me to define my best rituals.

Has your approach to quality changed over the years?

Yes, less is more.

In what way does your home reflect your personality?

My home is my most important base. It is in Alfama, Lisbon overlooking the Tejo River, and it’s an oasis of peace.

As for travel is there anything you always have with you during a trip?

My Le Labo scent stone

What are some of your favourite destinations & why?

Naoshima – for art, architecture & nature, and the Japanese culture

Any favourite hotels?

Hoshinoya, Tokyo

A destination or trip you still have on your bucket list?

All blue zones