Soothe your soul: 4 scenic walks in Germany and Italy
Hiking is for many people the embodiment of a luxury holiday par excellence. Whatever your definition of ‘walking’ or…
4 of the best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in 2016
Its nearly that time of the year again, the time when we must decide and begin our preparations for…
Short stay: The Cavendish, Mayfair, London, UK
I recently had the pleasure of staying at The Cavendish, a four-star hotel in London which can be found on Mayfair’s Jermyn Street…
24 hours of fabulous food in Florence!
Florence, the capital of Tuscany and the cradle of the Renaissance, is renown for its remarkable art, culture, and…
Short stay: Macdonald Ansty Hall, Ansty, near Coventry, UK
Ansty Hall lies in the village of Ansty, which despite being just 300 feet above sea level, is one…
Val Thorens: the ultimate corporate ski trip venue
I’m often asked where I’d recommend for the ultimate corporate ski trip. This is a tough one to answer…
The world’s 10 best airport lounges
Air travel these days can be very stressful and often time-consuming. How often have you heard anybody claim that…
5 surprising things to see in Venice
This trip to Venice was meant to be a search for the unexpected and secret gardens of Venice. It…
The 10 best pizzerias in Rome
When you think of Italy, and especially Italian food, there is a good chance the word pizza will be…
5 of the most beautiful, underrated towns in Tuscany
Theres so much more to Tuscany than Florence and Siena – stunning cities which are often, unfortunately, swamped with…
4 spectacular Croatian islands you must visit
Croatias Adriatic coast glistens with natural jewels, from the crystal-clear jade and turquoise sea to the beautiful island-speckled landscape,…
Skellig Michael, Ireland: one of Lonely Planet’s top regions in the world to visit
Lonely Planet just voted Irelands Skellig Michael and the Skellig Ring region one of the top ten regions in…
Kayaking combined with a little luxury in the Lake District
We recently tested two Sevylor kayaks on a luxury stay in the English Lake District, arriving at one of…
6 things to do in Brussels for architecture and art lovers
Brussels is not a very large city but it sure has its appeal. It is the capital of the…
The top 3 premium shopping streets in Barcelona
Barcelona may not be as well known as other European cities for its shopping hotspots, but if you’re looking…
Top 5 big city breaks for independently-minded travellers
Anyone reading this doesnt need to be told where to go. On the contrary the savvy traveller knows…
