TSUM: Moscow’s most fashionable department store
During my recent trip to Moscow with ‘Moscow Seasons‘ (see posts here and here), I called at TSUM (ЦУМ),…
9 places to swim with penguins in Galapagos
The Galapagos penguin is one of the smallest and rarest of the 20 species of penguins alive today. Only…
A luxury travel guide to Provence
Provence attracts the world’s elite, including Hollywood stars, fashionistas and the supremely wealthy. Painted by Paul Cézanne and written…
The secrets of the Mayan Riviera
Some dives truly are better than others. They don’t go for the resort-like feeling of many dive experiences, which…
Moscow’s open air a cappella festival – part of Moscow Seasons
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Moscow for the first time to attend the second ‘Moscow Spring A…
Top 5 luxury safari properties for solo travellers
An African safari may be a daunting prospect for a solo traveller, but there are lots of reasons why…
13 of the best national parks to visit in May
May is a wonderful time of year to get out and explore the countryside. The weather is getting sunnier…
Short stay: Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences, Westminster, London, UK
Tucked away towards the rear of St. James’ Court, a Taj hotel, and only a short distance from Buckingham…
Short stay: Slaley Hall, Slaley, Hexham, Northumberland, UK
Slaley Hall is a large hotel set in a 1,000 acre Northumberland estate, between Consett and Hexham, and part…
Paros Island is Greece’s new hot destination
Paros Island is part of the Cyclades complex in the Aegean Sea, standing out for its long blonde sandy…
7 alternative experiences on 7 exclusive Greek islands
When vacationers think of Greece, the 3 “S’s” pop up in their heads: sea, sun and sand. Those are…
Top 5 wilderness and splendid isolation holidays
It’s not that you’re not sociable, you just want to get away from it all. Us too. For those…
5 of the greatest manta ray diving sites in the Americas
Those people who have dived alongside a giant manta ray — witnessing its gentle, elegant and avian-like motions —…
5 best beach breaks in Bahia, Brazil
Brazil’s northern state of Bahia has seen an enormous increase in popularity amongst international tourists seeking a secluded, luxury…
5 incredible ways to do Africa in 2018
When it comes to ‘life-changing’ travel experiences; Africa always delivers. But in 2018 there are even more ways to…
Provence for all the family
There is a whole lot more to Provence than just wine and romance. Only a short flight from the…
