Category: Hotels

Win an incredible luxury London hotel stay

Win an incredible luxury London hotel stay

By on Jul 23, 2012 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Love London? Love luxury? Would you like the opportunity to win a fantastic  stay at the Cora Pearl Suite (pictured below) at the newly refurbished Grosvenor Hotel from Guoman Hotels? Then read on! The Grosvenor hotel in Victoria has re-launched following a multi-million pound refurbishment and restoration with the creation of this luxurious Victorian ‘Courtesan boudoir’ on the top floor. […]

The top 3 luxury thermal resorts in Tuscany

The top 3 luxury thermal resorts in Tuscany

By on Jul 16, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Ah the wonders of Tuscany! A never-ending line of marvels that tourists get to enjoy almost everywhere in the region! One of the most prized and luxurious activities to do in Tuscany is enjoying thermal baths. This Italian region has a very long history of hot springs and thermal resorts. Since the Etruscans, passing through […]

Treat yourself to these 9 luxury destinations and resorts

Treat yourself to these 9 luxury destinations and resorts

By on Jul 15, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Brazil, Europe, France, Hotels, Indonesia, Kenya, Middle East, Monaco, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Singapore, South America, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Awww… the life of luxury. It’s tough to beat a Thai massage, sipping mimosas by the poolside, dining on only the best Parisian cuisine and living the luxurious life. Whether you’re looking for the perfect weekend get-a-way or want to rub sholders with the rich and famous, these nine luxury destinations will point you in […]

The top 5 luxurious wine estates in South Africa's Western Cape

The top 5 luxurious wine estates in South Africa’s Western Cape

By on Jul 15, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Food and Drink, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

The sprawling valleys of South Africa’s Western Cape are home to some of the world’s most luxurious wine estates. Discover the vintage wines of Groot Constantia or enjoy an evening of pampering at the Lanzerac Hotel & Spa. Escape from the city and have a getaway to remember at one of these top five luxury […]

When luxury travel becomes irresponsible...? £8,000 for an 84-mile flight

When luxury travel becomes irresponsible…? £8,000 for an 84-mile flight

By on Jul 14, 2012 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Celebrities, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Last month Kanye West reportedly spent £8,000 to leave Doncaster by private jet, only to fly as far as Birmingham (that’s Birmingham, UK – just 84 miles away – not Birmingham, Alabama).  There he was met by a chauffeur-driven Mercedes and transferred to Birmingham’s five-star Hyatt hotel where he stayed in the Presidential Suite and […]

Chaa Creek: beautiful, accessible Belizean nature

Chaa Creek: beautiful, accessible Belizean nature

By on Jul 10, 2012 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Belize, Central America, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Chaa Creek is a well-known commodity in Belizean tourism, due to their dedication to sustainable tourism. They’ve received recognition from Green Globe, Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, Travel & Leisure, and many more respectable institutions. Last year, Chaa Creek was awarded the Hotel of the Year award from the Belize Tourism Board. Chaa Creek gets its name […]

Hidden Valley Inn – a Belizean paradise

By on Jul 07, 2012 in Accommodation, Belize, Central America, Hotels, Regions, Resorts

Hidden Valley Inn is what I imagine a resort in Heaven is like. There’s a reason that celebrities and other people who desire privacy find their way to Hidden Valley. Many of the other properties in the area are in the triple-digit range of acreage. Hidden Valley sits on 7,200 acres. They have the tallest […]

Tales of the Vienna Woods… and ballrooms

By on Jul 07, 2012 in Accommodation, Attractions, Austria, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

In a travel world that increasingly defines luxury with unique, “experiential” travel, many look to the newest (a chic or 6 star hotel), most remote (newly reopened Burma or Bhutan) or most challenging (a climb to Everest Base camp or Gorilla watching in Congo) trip to add to their travel portfolio. Finding any of these, combined with the […]

The central appeal of San Ignacio Resort Hotel

The central appeal of San Ignacio Resort Hotel

By on Jul 04, 2012 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Belize, Central America, Hotels, Regions, Speciality Travel

While many of the resorts I stayed at in the Cayo District of Belize are miles away from anything, San Ignacio Resort Hotel is right in the town of San Ignacio. The resort has been around since 1976 and is prestigious enough to have hosted Queen Elizabeth II in 1994. You can use San Ignacio […]

The life of luxury in Marbella

The life of luxury in Marbella

By on Jul 04, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Western Europe

When someone says “Costa del Sol” the mind flashes to crowded beaches, of hundreds and hundreds of tourists flocking from sun-starved countries just to clamour for a few square-inches of beach. Since the massive tourism boom in the area, many a coastal town in Andalusia has swelled in size and great concrete colossi have grown, […]

Bienvenue to W Montreal

Bienvenue to W Montreal

By on Jun 29, 2012 in Accommodation, Canada, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Close to everything, yet an experience unto itself, the W Montreal was my first foray into the W brand. I went in with unusually high expectations that ended up met or surpassed. I expected swanky and got it. The entire hotel has the vibe of a converted nightclub. Going into my room, I was stunned […]

5 steps to the ultimate romantic luxury escape in Venice

5 steps to the ultimate romantic luxury escape in Venice

By on Jun 29, 2012 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Western Europe

For me, just saying “Venice” transports me completely. It conjures up the low sun casting warm light on the crumbling pastel walls of the palazzos; their heavy facades rising up from the green waters of quiet canals. If you’re not careful, Venice can be a sweltering study in weaving your way through slow moving ranks […]

Rickshaw rides and bespoke picnics offered by luxury London hotel

Rickshaw rides and bespoke picnics offered by luxury London hotel

By on Jun 26, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Hotels, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Situated in the heart of London’s Knightsbridge, guests at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London will be one step ahead of the crowds and travelling in style in the hotel’s bespoke rickshaw during the London 2012 Games this summer. Dressed in red, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park’s luxury rickshaw will be available throughout the Games, from 27th July […]

Fabulous holidays and short breaks auctioned for a good cause

Fabulous holidays and short breaks auctioned for a good cause

By on Jun 12, 2012 in Accommodation, Asia, Australia, Europe, Germany, Hotels, Indonesia, Montana, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Thailand, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

England rugby player Tom Palmer has contacted me to say he is running an online auction, which includes a number of luxury holiday lots, to raise funds to help finance his close friend’s brain tumour treatment. The star lots are week-long holidays in 3 bedroom, pool villas at the 5 star resorts of Karma Kandara […]

Luxury travel links of the week

Luxury travel links of the week

By on Jun 10, 2012 in Accommodation, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Portugal, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

A weekly pick of luxury travel links for your perusal… Luxury holidays from Carrier Explore Mexico’s Riviera Maya Stylish European cruises from Silversea Heaven on the Algarve at the Hotel Quinta do Lago

The top five destinations in the French Riviera

The top five destinations in the French Riviera

By on Jun 09, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Events, France, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

France is a great destination for a luxury holiday, whether you choose to stay at a resort or in one of the many beautiful villas, apartments and buildings. There are several destinations in France that offer a variety of luxury holiday options.  Often referred to as the French Riviera, the Cote d’Azur is one such […]