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Short stay: Jumeirah Hotel, Frankfurt

By Michael Edwards on Sep 27, 2018 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Germany, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

Ninety-nine metres of aspirational floor-to-ceiling-plate glass windows and steel soars into Frankfurt’s sky. The Jumeirah is an opulent hotel power-dressing in a dynamic city which hosts both the German Stock Exchange and the European Central Bank. Centuries-old traditions of hospitality are celebrated by Jumeirah Hotels which originate from the sands of Arabia. Chilled juices are […]

The world’s most beautiful castles

By Andrew Bezhenar on Sep 13, 2018 in Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Going Out, Regions, Romania, United Kingdom, Western Europe

When it comes to luxury, there’s nothing more glorious or opulent than a castle, and no grander way to spend your vacation than exploring the turrets, spirals and decadecent secrets of the world’s most beautiful palaces. If you’re looking to live out your fairytale dreams, make sure you stop by any one of these architectural […]

Frankfurt: 10 reasons to visit this power city

By Michael Edwards on Sep 12, 2018 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Germany, Going Out, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

You don’t get a soaring aspirational Skyscraper Skyline without earning it, without packing a punch. Nick-named Manhattan-am-Main, or Mainhattan, Frankfurt’s been at the heart of Europe for many, many centuries. Big deals are signed at the Frankfurt Book Fair – don’t even think of getting a hotel room then – and many Germans read the […]

5 amazing yoga retreats to try out in 2018

By Frances Geoghegan on Feb 21, 2018 in Asia, Europe, Germany, Health & Safety, India, Indonesia, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

How amazing would it be to enjoy a relaxing and luxury holiday without having to sacrifice your yoga practice? Well, the great news is that you can! With so many yoga holidays and yoga retreats available, I have scoured through and produced the 5 most amazing yoga retreats to book and get yourself to in […]

5 of the best European ski destinations for 2018

By Callum Davies on Feb 15, 2018 in Austria, Europe, France, Germany, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Sweden, Western Europe

January is over and the winter blues should be beginning to clear, however, if you’re still feeling like your summer holiday is a long way off why not consider a short winter break? February is a great time to book a last-minute getaway for some fun and excitement on the snowy slopes on Europe’s Top […]

The world’s most exciting city? A compelling debate

By Paul Johnson on Oct 12, 2017 in Asia, China, Europe, Featured, Germany, Hong Kong, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Regions, Turkey, United Kingdom, Western Europe

In partnership with The Platinum Card® from American Express® You may recall that I was planning to attend an event hosted by 1843 Magazine and The Platinum Card from American Express recently – a debate in which five different cities, proposed by five different panellists, were put forward as contenders for the title of the […]

Top tips for a ladies-only trip to Berlin

By Anna Moggia on Oct 08, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

The city of Berlin is a melting pot of different cultures all blending to give it a vibrant yet serene atmosphere. It is a vast city, made up mainly of large parks and many waterways. Berlin is one of the most important historical cities of Europe and even though 60% of the city was destroyed […]

The most exciting city in the world?

By Paul Johnson on Sep 25, 2017 in Africa, Asia, China, Europe, Featured, Germany, Hong Kong, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Regions, South Africa, Turkey, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

In partnership with the Platinum Card® from American Express® Inspirational, intriguing cities are dotted all over the world offering visitors enriching experiences, brushing with fascinating eras of history, embracing different cultures and enjoying delicious culinary creations. I have been lucky enough to visit some of the world’s most iconic cities, as well as some lesser […]

8 of the best gourmet restaurants in the Alps

By Benedikt Lüchinger on Jul 14, 2017 in Austria, Europe, Food and Drink, Germany, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Summer season is perfect to explore the Alps: Whether you like hiking, biking, sightseeing or relaxing, there’s something for everyone. All activities have one thing in common: you will eventually get hungry. Now, a considerable part of restaurants in the Alps have an unexciting and monotonous menu that is not really worth the stay. To […]

Delicious drives in Germany: Kurhaus Binz to Stralsund, via Middelhagen

By Milos Willing on May 25, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Rested and energised, I prepared for my third and final day with Hertz by the Baltic Sea. After breakfast at the hotel I headed off in my Ford Mustang hire car to the Villa mit Sonnenhof. On my way there, I discovered a small wood shop called Holzkunst nach Wunsch, and decided to stop for […]

7 great reasons to visit central Europe

By Jay Ternavan on May 24, 2017 in Attractions, Austria, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hungary, Regions, Slovenia, Western Europe

Central Europe might not conjure images of luxury when you’re planning the perfect holiday, but that’s an outdated perception that means only those in-the-know are taking advantage of this vibrant region’s best options. From admiring opulent architecture to pampering yourself at mountainside spas, Central Europe offers more than enough options for luxury travel. Here are […]

Delicious drives in Germany: Heringsdorf to Kurhaus Binz, via Mellenthin

By Milos Willing on May 24, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The second day of my Delicious Drive road trip with Hertz started off with breakfast at the Strandhotel Heringsdorf. On offer was a lavish breakfast buffet with tasty homemade jams – the perfect refreshment to kick-start a new day by the Baltic Sea. I had a full schedule for the day, starting with a visit […]

Delicious drives in Germany: Dortmund to Heringsdorf, via Loddin

By Milos Willing on May 23, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

A road trip is a unique kind of adventure I was lucky enough to experience recently in association with Hertz, the world’s largest car hire company for their First with Hertz campaign. The aim of the trip was to drive around Germany’s Baltic Sea, its islands of Usedom and Rügen, and the Hanseatic city of […]

5 ways to experience luxury in Berlin

By Olivier Templar-James on Apr 27, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Berlin, the capital city of Germany and a city that was so marked by numerous unfortunate events during its history, managed to rise and impress the world through its power and desire to be the best. It managed to exceed all the hardships that tried to destroy it in the past and is now today […]

5 of the most luxurious airport hotels in the world

By Paul Johnson on Apr 05, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Canada, China, Europe, Germany, Hong Kong, Hotels, North America, Regions, Singapore, United Kingdom, Western Europe

We spoke to our friends at JustFly, a platform with more than 400 different airline partnerships in order to provide you the best deals on flights, to find out where some of the most luxurious hotels in the world are located. Enjoy a refreshing swim in an impressively landscaped pool, embraced by rainforest-style gardens, followed by a delicious cocktail […]

The most beautiful mountain passes in the Alps

By Benedikt Lüchinger on Apr 03, 2017 in Austria, Europe, Germany, Italy, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

Spring slowly but surely returns to the northern hemisphere. The sun shines brightly and pushes us out of our homes. The obvious conclusion: we want to drive in a convertible! But which mountain road and which cars are ideally suited? Find it out here. No area is better suited to cross a mountain pass than […]

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