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Short stay: SO/ Sotogrande, Sotogrande, Andalucia, Spain

By Paul Johnson on Sep 28, 2021 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

SO/ Sotogrande is the tenth and newest addition to Accor’s SO/ hotel brand, with fifteen more scheduled to open. Set in an exclusive gated community in Sotogrande, this is a luxury brand but with a distinctly rebellious twist – each SO/ hotel has its own unique identity and flair, whilst still acknowledging its roots. In […]

The sophistication of Sotogrande: the very best of Andalusian style

By Paul Johnson on Sep 28, 2021 in Accommodation, Clubs, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Hidden away in eight square miles of Andalucia is arguably the most exclusive resort in the whole of Spain – Sotogrande. This upscale destination on the Costa del Sol is a haven for the rich and famous and ten times the size of Monaco. Development of the resort began in the 1960s when Filipino-American entrepreneur […]

An active family holiday in Scotland: Day 9

By Paul Johnson on Sep 09, 2021 in Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Today was our final day with Go West Sailing. We set off fairly promptly today and had breakfast on the move as we had around 10 naturical miles to cover – from Port Bannatyne to Largs – and then we needed to re-fuel and unload our belongings, etc. all prior to lunch. We had to […]

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 […]

Top 5 culinary delights in Scotland

By Dorothy Welsh on Aug 21, 2021 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Good food is part and parcel of any holiday experience. Some people enjoy local produce such as herbs and ingredients which give a dish this distinctive taste different from the cuisine in one’s own home country. Others are intrigued by novel ways of food preparation and might try something new like unfamiliar side dishes or […]

The best 8 breakfasts to have in Rome

By Daniela De Luca on Aug 14, 2021 in Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Discovering the capital is like leafing through a history book, there is arguably more to see in Rome than in any other city in the world. Rome is also the perfect spot for indulging in delectable cuisine, enjoying café culture and people-watching. There is something satisfying all tastes in Roma, from avant-garde restaurants to unmissable […]

What to eat in Egypt?

By Sherif Khalil on Aug 09, 2021 in Africa, Bars, Clubs, Egypt, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

When you’re traveling to Egypt, it’s common to be blown away by the beauty and wonders of this extraordinary country, and forgetting that the food culture is indeed unique and worth exploring. In terms of what to expect, traditional foods in Egypt include lamb, beef, and fish, and a variety of recipes contain rice and […]

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, […]

Restaurants in luxury Mallorca hotels featured in the Michelin Guide

By Gail Hewitt on Jun 29, 2021 in Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Sometimes, it’s not just simply about getting away from it all, appreciating guaranteed sunshine, and feeling the sand between our toes. It’s also about the opportunity to enjoy some wonderful food, and sampling local produce and perhaps some freshly caught seafood. One of the names associated with good food and restaurants is, of course, Michelin. […]

Big Island dining experiences

By Neil Wolkodoff on Jun 26, 2021 in Food and Drink, Going Out, Hawaii, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

The Big Island of Hawaii is renowned for beaches and the Volcanoes National Park. However, with visitors from all over the world for these two facets of the island, you can be sure that food has some unique takes on Hawaiian influence that you have not likely tasted before. These dining experiences are sure to […]

Top 5 mountain restaurants in the Trois Vallee

By Dan Frith on Jun 21, 2021 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

One thing is certain, if you spend any amount of time on the slopes at altitude, you’re going to develop a healthy apetite. With that in mind, you’d want to find the perfect spot for lunch. If you’re skiing in the Trois Vallee area, here are five suggestions you might like to try. I’ve lunched […]

Short stay: Ettington Park Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, UK

By Michael Edwards on Jun 10, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Ettington Park Hotel is a grand palatial house, dripping with history, built on an epic scale in 40 stately acres of rural Warwickshire on the banks of the River Stour. A long tree-lined drive gives guests arriving by car the opportunity to take in glimpses of the towers and turrets of a country house that is […]

Short stay: Rothay Manor, Ambleside, Lake District, UK

By Michael Edwards on Jun 06, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Rothay Manor is a wonderfully elegant Regency mansion which has become a boutique hotel at the heart of the Lake District. Privately owned by Jamie and Jenna Shails, the hotel is renowned for fine-dining going from strength to strength with Dan McGeorge creatively leading an impressive culinary team. Although the house remains true to its […]

Short stay: The Black Bull, Sedbergh, Cumbria, UK

By Michael Edwards on Jun 04, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

It is a journey that has brought a Japanese Thinking Bath, kokedama mossball rooted plants and potent wasabi vodka to small-town Cumbria. Nina Matsunaga, born of Japanese parents in Düsseldorf, and James Ratcliffe, born just down the dry-stone-wall-bordered road, have put Sedbergh on the foodies’ global map. Guests travel from afar for East / West […]

Gastronomic news from around Spain

By Paul Johnson on May 09, 2021 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Like many countries throughout Europe, Spain is eager to welcome foodies from around the world back for a post-COVID culinary extravaganza. As Spain braces itself for an influx of visitors, here are just some of the gastronomic stories that has been happening behind-the-scenes since the pandemic struck. New digital map to explore slow food of […]

My 6 favorite Napa Valley experiences

By Eric Hrubant on Apr 14, 2021 in Accommodation, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Luxury travel isn’t just my business, it’s my passion. This past year has been a challenge on both fronts, but finally, we’re seeing a light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to hitting the road again. One of the first places I hope to visit is California’s Napa Valley: exceptional dining, private […]

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