Galapagos cruises versus hotel-based island hopping
Sea legs. Of all the new sensations during my visit to the Galapagos Islands, that was perhaps the strangest….
5 new luxury hotels opening in the UK in 2013
It’s the start of the year, which means we’ll be thinking about planning our holidays for the year ahead….
The top 5 things to do at Tschuggen Bergoase Spa, Arosa, Switzerland
Tschuggen Bergoase Spa is located in a picturesque mountain setting 1,800m above sea level in Arosa, in the German-speaking…
Combine two World Wonders with a Machu Picchu Galapagos vacation
With frequent and reliable flights throughout South America, luxury travellers are now taking full advantage of everything that South…
Stargazing in Chile
Theres something magical about a star-filled night sky. You dont have to be an astronomer, or know the names…
To infinity & beyond – Asia’s top 5 infinity pools
There was once a time when infinity pools were a novelty. In recent years, they have become the standard,…
3 great sporting events not to miss in Europe in 2013
2012 saw some great sporting events in Europe – most notably the UEFA Euro 2012 in Poland and Ukraine,…
Special feature: The Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course, Kelso, Scotland
The wonderful welcome from Robyn at reception is typical of the staff at the Roxburghe. Always at hand, always…
Morocco made easy: the Sofitel Agadir Thalassa Sea and Spa Hotel
Agadir’s new kid on the block, the Sofitel Agadir Thalassa Sea and Spa, is indulgent, elegant, and oh so…
The top 4 luxury spas in France
France boasts a huge variety of landscapes along with numerous spas that range from exclusive resorts to the ever…
Heritage London: a stay at The Rookery Hotel
Nestled into an unassuming corner of Clerkenwell, The Rookery is a glorious boutique London hideaway. Occupying the old houses…
Five star luxury in Venice
Surely there is no better way to approach a hotel than travelling up the Grand Canal in the beautiful…
Arriving in style – Mauritius
Getting to Mauritius from Yorkshire was a pretty straightforward affair: train to Kings Cross, taxi to Paddington, Heathrow Express to…
Secret London: the St James’s Hotel and Club
Checking into the St James’s Hotel and Club is an understated affair. This is one of London’s most discrete,…
How to live like a Maharaja in Rajasthan
Rajasthan, the Land of Kings showcases royal India at its best. Ancient forts and exquisite palaces are the perfect…
3 of the ultimate luxury Peru vacations
If you are tempted by luxury travel in South America, have you considered a trip to Peru? Most luxury…
