Review: Radisson Blu Durham, UK
Durham is a city of sharp contrasts. You’ve got this towering, dramatic Norman architecture that sits alongside a chaotic,…
The London hit list: Must-do Spring experiences
As the capital starts to heat up, an endless array of enticing entertainment awaits. Part of a new seasonal…
British Airways household accounts: The best Avios strategy for families
For many families collecting Avios, there often comes a familiar moment of frustration. One parent has 22,000 Avios in…
Review: Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Near Windermere, Lake District, UK
There are places where luxury seems so effortless – where there’s a quiet confidence that’s deeply rooted in the…
Review: Old Luxters Farmhouse, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Arriving at the Old Luxters Farmhouse at Chiltern Valley Winery and Brewery this could be the Champagne region. Neat…
The value of the £35 BA Avios reward flight cancellation fee
When most people think about Avios, they think about reward seat redemption rates, business class flights, and the satisfaction…
The ultimate Holland Cooper style guide for the Badminton Horse Trials
There is something rather satisfying about how a perfectly tailored blazer feels when you’re out in the British countryside….
Review: Lord of the Highlands with Hebridean Island Cruises
Caledonian Springtime on the Lord of the Highlands, with Hebridean Island Cruises, is a unique cruise. It sails the high…
The most sought-after destinations for your 2026 luxury villa holiday
There is something genuinely pleasurable about planning a trip well in advance. The anticipation builds slowly and satisfyingly —…
Spring Spa Trail Escape returns to Gilpin Lake House, Lake District
This Spring, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House – soon to be reviewed on A Luxury Travel Blog – has…
An Avios collectors guide to Iberia reward seats
If you collect Avios in the UK, chances are you mainly redeem them through British Airways. But there’s a…
10 luxury travel gifts for Easter (UK & Europe edition)
With the Easter bank holiday just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about that first…
Review: Catgill Farm Glamping, Bolton Abbey, UK
The story of Catgill is one of profound diversification and family legacy. Since 2014, husband-and-wife team Oliver and Cat…
Review: The Fish, Farncombe, Broadway, Worcestershire
The Fish Hotel is an inviting take on Scandi-cool-comfort and contemporary country living. Delivering hygge for the Cotswolds, The…
Top 10 luxury travel gifts for Mother’s Day 2026 (UK edition)
There’s no better opportunity in the year to tell your Mum how much you care than Mothering Sunday. And…
Maximise your Avios and experience BA Business Class like a pro
For Avios collectors, understanding the difference between British Airways’ business class products is key to making the most of…
