Category: Europe

Top 15 things to pack for Iceland: An evergreen list

Top 15 things to pack for Iceland: An evergreen list

By on Mar 13, 2022 in Accessories, Clothing, Europe, Gadgets, Iceland, Luggage, Photography, Regions, Travel Equipment, Western Europe
Aside from, when is the best time to visit Iceland, the biggest follow-up question I tend to get is: What should I pack when coming to Iceland? Well firstly, you would assume (rightly and wrongly) that travelling to Iceland in winter is going to require a very different suitcase than if you are travelling in
Short stay: Burnham Beeches Hotel, Burnham, Buckinghamshire, UK

Short stay: Burnham Beeches Hotel, Burnham, Buckinghamshire, UK

By on Mar 12, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Back in 1727 this Georgian hunting lodge fondly recalled classical architecture: elegantly balanced, symmetrically proportioned and brilliantly, dazzlingly white. Cant Hill, as it was then named, was the resting place for royals as they hunted in Windsor Park. Since it became a hotel in 1965, renamed Burnham Beeches Hotel, guests have looked out from the
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The best Michelin star restaurants in Barcelona

By on Mar 11, 2022 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Why not try some of the world’s best quality dishes whilst indulging yourself in the beautiful city of Barcelona? These places are the type of locations where you will never have the same meal twice, due to their consistent innovation and focus on seasonal products. Here we have narrowed down the very best Michelin star
Short stay: Aloft Birmingham Eastside, Birmingham, UK

Short stay: Aloft Birmingham Eastside, Birmingham, UK

By on Mar 10, 2022 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Opened just 12 months ago in the Eastside area of the diverse city of Birmingham, the 195-bedroom Aloft Birmingham Eastside is one of just four Aloft hotels in the UK (the others being in London, Liverpool and Aberdeen) – a music-inspired, stylish hotel brand from Marriott. The welcome We were warmly welcomed by cheerful, smiling
Short stay: Beachcroft Hotel & Beach Hut Suites, Felpham, West Sussex, UK

Short stay: Beachcroft Hotel & Beach Hut Suites, Felpham, West Sussex, UK

By on Mar 05, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Four designer Beach Hut Suites sit just yards from Felpham’s beach. It’s a bucket and spade shoreline where seagulls call and sea breezes rustle the palm tree planting. Ivon Blumer architects have created a gentle-blue-clapperboard homage to beach life. Four huts named Beach, Sand, Pebble and Shell – each spread over three levels,- elevate beach
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6 luxury experiences you shouldn't miss in the land of Fire and Ice

By on Mar 03, 2022 in Europe, Iceland, Regions, Western Europe
Iceland has become one of the world’s top travel destinations, yet it still feels like you’ve stumbled across an untapped gem. If its natural beauty and sheer vastness of incredible scenery aren’t enough to tempt you there, the thriving local culture should be. The country will have you in awe; every corner you turn has
10 ways you can donate to help the people of Ukraine

10 ways you can donate to help the people of Ukraine

By on Mar 03, 2022 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Russia, Ukraine
Just as the travel industry was starting to find its feet again as we emerge from the pandemic, the awful invasion of Ukraine is, first and foremost, a terrible humanitarian catastrophe. It is a tragedy that is sure to affect many industries, including travel and perhaps, in particular, luxury travel, but this needs to be
Short stay: The Fellows House, Cambridge, UK

Short stay: The Fellows House, Cambridge, UK

By on Mar 02, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
“Feel at home, feel inspired, feel like a fellow,” invites the hotel’s mantra. Strategically positioned, a mere eight minute stroll from Jesus Green, The Fellows House is the very essence of Cambridge. Symbolically, Crick and Watson’s DNA double helix is imprinted into The Folio Bar’s walls. Whilst the heritage of Cambridge’s esteemed academic fellows flows
Iceland drops all COVID-19 border and domestic restrictions

Iceland drops all COVID-19 border and domestic restrictions

By on Feb 28, 2022 in Europe, Health & Safety, Iceland, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
It’s been a little while since I wrote with A Luxury Travel Blog but I’m glad to be back and sharing such illuminating news. Hopefully I’ll be sharing more good news on Iceland more regularly again going forward. Iceland drops all border and domestic restrictions As of the 25th of February 2022, the Icelandic authorities
Top 5 pet-friendly hotels in Scotland

Top 5 pet-friendly hotels in Scotland

By on Feb 28, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Many families have added a new member to their household during the course of the last two years. During lockdowns and while requested to keep a distance from human friends and loved ones, more and more families began to consider whether or not to invite a cat or, perhaps more likely, a dog to join
Orient Express makes a grand return to Italy with La Dolce Vita train

Orient Express makes a grand return to Italy with La Dolce Vita train

By on Feb 26, 2022 in Europe, Italy, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
More than 150 years ago, Georges Nagelmackers turned a dream into a reality when he launched the first luxury Orient Express train. Soon, Orient Express will head back on track to offer travellers an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s most beloved countries: Italy. From the luxury rail tourism project signed by Arsenale S.p.A.,
The 9 most charming spots to visit in Umbria, Italy

The 9 most charming spots to visit in Umbria, Italy

By on Feb 25, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Western Europe
Umbria isn’t much like the rest of the country. “Green Heart of Italy”, “Land of Saint Francis” are just some of the names often defining the enchanting region of Umbria. Umbria is the only region of central Italy that does not touch the sea, featuring landscapes very similar to those of Tuscany, but with more
The world's most instagrammable UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The world's most instagrammable UNESCO World Heritage Sites

By on Feb 25, 2022 in Attractions, Brazil, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, South America, Western Europe
The Historic Centre of Rome is the most Instagrammable UNESCO World Heritage Site, a new study has found. The study, conducted by creative resources expert Design Bundles, selected the 145 most popular World Heritage Sites, and analysed how many times each place has been tagged in Instagram posts. Rome, whose World Heritage Site also includes
Top 5 highest ski lifts in Europe

Top 5 highest ski lifts in Europe

By on Feb 24, 2022 in Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe
Zermatt is the highest resort in Europe and its highest lift station tops out at just under 4,000 metres. At this height some people can suffer from altitude sickness. Altitude sickness typically occurs only above 2,500 metres, So clearly 4,000 metres is well above the comfort zone. You can get altitude sickness if you travel to
Luxury catamaran yacht escapes to the Balearic Islands

Luxury catamaran yacht escapes to the Balearic Islands

By on Feb 24, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Luxury yacht charters have always been popular in the Western Mediterranean over the summer months, and whether you’re a seasoned charterer or considering one for the first time, the Balearic Islands is an incredible playground for days at the beach, nights partying to the early hours and impressive cultural landmarks that have accumulated on these
9 reasons to visit Lisbon, Portugal

9 reasons to visit Lisbon, Portugal

By on Feb 23, 2022 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Portugal, Regions, Western Europe
Lisbon, Portugal’s capital city, has many faces. Rebuilt after the earthquake and tsunami of 1755, much of that historic era of reconstruction remains. Today, Lisbon continues to expand along the banks of the River Tagus, towards the Costa Caparica heading for the Atlantic. Although Lisbon is one of Europe’s smaller cities, visitors still need to