5 monuments not to miss in the medina of Marrakech
With centuries of history and architectural wonders, the medina is a treasure trove of antiquities that take visitors through…
Photograph of the week: Fishers Valley, St. Helena
The remote island of St Helena is situated 1,200 miles off the nearest landmass, off the west coast of…
Romantic highs in Hong Kong
With an international reputation for luxury and with more than a hint of the exotic, Hong Kong is the…
5 artistic stays in Cape Town World Design Capital 2014
As World Design Capital 2014, Cape Town is a destination highlight for art- and design-lovers around the world. Throughout…
Amazing Race-style team travel competition
There’s a travel company that is seeking to redefine luxury travel by de-emphasizing the well-known creature comforts and instead…
A leisurely afternoon in Chinatown, Manchester, UK
With the wet weather continuing unabated here in the UK, this afternoon we decided to head for Chinatown in…
Recipe of the week: Rock oysters with a Champagne sauce
Rock oysters from Carlingford in Lough, Ireland are recommended for this dish as they are creamy and rich with…
Top 10 tips for your first trip to Toronto
If you are planning a trip to Toronto, you will be spoilt for choice in this exciting, and vibrant…
A short stay in Vilnius
Lithuania is an up and coming destination for travel within Europe, with more and more luxurious hotels cropping around…
India: the best of the fairs and festivals
India is a feast for the senses at any time of the year. However, time your visit to coincide…
Short stay: GLO Hotel Ithaca, Helsinki, Finland
On a recent visit to Helsinki, I stayed at the GLO Hotel Ithaca – a moderately-sized hotel with an excellent…
Photograph of the week: Angkor Wat
Angkor Wat is a famous and the most visited Buddhist temple in Cambodia and the biggest religious monument in…
Suite of the week: Presidential Suite at Antara Palace, Wellness and Destination Spa, Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus
Suite name: Presidential Suite, Antara Palace, Wellness and Destination Spa Location: Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus Size of accommodation: 1,000 sq m Cost per…
The ultimate bucket list – part 3
Continuing from our previous instalment of the ultimate bucket list (see part 1 here and part 2 here), we…
11 ideas for Valentine’s Day in London
Following the hustle and bustle of the Festive season, Valentine’s Day offers the perfect excuse to unwind and relax…
3 alternative things to do in Hong Kong
In a city that is only 1,000 square kilometres, how much can there realistically be to do? Most visitors…
