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Short stay: Wynford, Ambleside, Lake District, UK

By Michael Edwards on Sep 05, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Regions, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

With six double bedrooms, comfortably able to accommodate a dozen guests, this is the ultimate self-catering house. Stylish contemporary decoration, with Orla Kiely fabrics, makes this spacious house a luxurious place for grand reunions of family and friends. Though, in such a large house, it is always possible to find a quiet corner for a […]

2021’s best eco-luxury hotels

By Christopher Hill on Sep 01, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Bolivia, Botswana, Cambodia, Central America, Costa Rica, Featured, Fiji, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Rwanda, South America, Sri Lanka

Sustainable travel will ensure the destinations we cherish will be around for future generations. Sustainable luxury tourism applies to using local guides, using energy-efficient transport, dining at restaurants that source organic and local produce, and of course eco-luxury accommodation. Amid a pandemic and ongoing environmental issues such as global warming, travel is increasingly important, and […]

7 of the best glamping options to try in New South Wales

By Paul Johnson on Aug 31, 2021 in Accommodation, Australia, Camping, Oceania, Regions

Prefer not to leave the comforts of home behind when you go camping? Check out these picturesque glamping stays in NSW, from cosy winery escapes to safari-style bush luxury, and plan the ultimate camping trip for when travel opens again. Bubbletent Australia, Blue Mountains Stargazers and romantics will fall in love with these magical clear […]

5 trendy hotels in Arizona

By Guido Graf on Aug 23, 2021 in Accommodation, Arizona, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA

The Arizona Desert may not sound like a place for vacation, but it is now one of the top destinations for travelers. The state of Arizona is geographically diverse, with hot, dry areas to the south and mountains, forests, and canyons in the cooler north. Arizona also has several national parks, including the Grand Canyon […]

Short stay: Whittlebury Park, Northamptonshire, UK

By Michael Edwards on Aug 22, 2021 in Accommodation, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel

Whittlebury Park is the refined late twentieth century successor to the great English country house. This time though, the contemporary nirvana, elegantly sat in 700 acres of parkland, comes with spacious rooms, instant hot-water and essential air-conditioning. Not a headless ghost, fraying Elizabethan tapestry or uneven floorboard in sight. Although the decor harks back with […]

Grand first impressions at luxury hotels in Mallorca

By Gail Hewitt on Aug 19, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

They say that first impressions are lasting impressions. The drive (or walk) up to the hotel or into the main entrance gives an expectation of what guests can anticipate to experience when exploring the hotel further after checking in. Here are some of our favourite ‘first impressions’ at luxury hotels on the Spanish Balearic Island […]

5 must-visit hotels from around the world

By Kristof Eyckmans on Aug 06, 2021 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Europe, France, Hong Kong, Hotels, Italy, New York, North America, Regions, Singapore, USA, Western Europe

We all travel for different reasons. Some are looking for those unique locations, others want to travel back in time. And then there’s those who travel for a particular hotel, just because it’s unique or iconic….or possibly even both. Below is my favourite top 5 when it comes to hotels which I like to categorise […]

New luxury arrives in Azerbaijan: InterContinental Baku

By Paul Johnson on Aug 04, 2021 in Accommodation, Asia, Azerbaijan, Hotels, Regions

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has debuted its world-renowned luxury brand InterContinental Hotels & Resorts in Azerbaijan with the recent opening of InterContinental Baku. The 128-room, new-build property overlooks the scenic Baku Bay, allowing guests to experience the InterContinental Life in luxurious modern surroundings while enjoying mesmerizing views of […]

Some of our favourite luxury hotel rooms in Tenerife

By Gail Hewitt on Jul 31, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

Tenerife is the largest of the Spanish Canary Islands, and has been a favourite destination for the holiday maker for both summer and winter sun. The Canaries are year-round destinations to jet off to with wonderful temperatures throughout the year. With so many luxury hotels to choose from in Tenerife, we have selected just 10 […]

Intercontinental Hotels 3rd night free promotion 2021

By Guido Graf on Jul 30, 2021 in Accommodation, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Hotels, Ireland, Netherlands, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Serbia and Montenegro, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Great news! The free night promotion of Intercontinental Hotels from early 2021 to June of this year has been extended until the end of December 2021. Guests who book for 3 nights’ stay during this time will only pay for 2 nights. The extended offer now means that guests can enjoy a long weekend at […]

Top 5 exclusive use properties in Scotland

By Dorothy Welsh on Jul 28, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Regions, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Some people are happy with just a room in a B&B or a hotel for their holidays. Others, however, require something more private and intimate, such as a cottage or an apartment. But the ultimate, bespoke holiday accommodation is a luxury property which can be hired on an exclusive use basis. This guarantees the often […]

The first Rosewood Hotels & Resorts property to open in Spain

By Paul Johnson on Jul 27, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

The most iconic hotel on Madrid’s Paseo de la Castellana boulevard – Hotel Villa Magna – is to become the first hotel in Spain to operate under Rosewood Hotels & Resorts. Situated in the heart of Madrid, Rosewood Villa Magna is located among renowned and architecturally impressive restaurants, shops and attractions. With a refreshed contemporary […]

The best of the Greater Kruger outside the Sabi Sands

By Marc Harris on Jul 24, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Regions, Resorts, South Africa

When people think of the Greater Kruger, instantly their mind rushes towards the Sabi Sands. And who could blame them? Filled with a copious amount of wildlife, the Sabi Sands offers some of the most incredible game viewing, especially of the Big 5, across the continent. I would even argue and say that for frequent […]

New to the Maldives: Siyam World, Maldives

By Paul Johnson on Jul 23, 2021 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Maldives, Regions, Resorts

A bold new world of possibilities beckons in the Maldives’ Noonu Atoll this Autumn, with confirmation that the highly anticipated Siyam World, Maldives will open. A natural, carefree playground promising an eye-popping array of “never-seen-before” experiences across land, sea and sky, Siyam World is set to transform the monotonous Maldivian holiday mould with its striking […]

The 5 best UK cities to be an Airbnb host

By Paul Johnson on Jul 19, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Real Estate, Regions, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Analysis reveals that Bradford offers the best combination of low house prices and high Airbnb revenue. According to research by international payment experts RationalFX, it would take nine years of Airbnb income to pay off a property purchase in Bradford compared to 42 years in Luton. The study of just 27 major British cities analysed […]

Hilton Maldives Amingiri – Hilton’s fourth resort in the Maldives

By Paul Johnson on Jul 18, 2021 in Accommodation, Asia, Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Scheduled to open at the end of this year, Hilton Maldives Amingiri will mark the entry of Hilton’s flagship Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand into the Maldives. It will be the fourth resort under the company’s portfolio of brands in the Maldives, joining Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island and SAii Lagoon Maldives, […]

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