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Review: Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Near Windermere, Lake District, UK

Posted on May 19, 2026

There are places where luxury seems so effortless – where there’s a quiet confidence that’s…

Review: &BEYOND Mnemba Island, Tanzania

Posted on May 13, 2026

Everyone has heard about Zanzibar, yet almost nobody knows its hidden gem called Mnemba Island…

Review: Old Luxters Farmhouse, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

Posted on May 13, 2026

Arriving at the Old Luxters Farmhouse at Chiltern Valley Winery and Brewery this could be…

The ultimate Holland Cooper style guide for the Badminton Horse Trials

Posted on April 30, 2026

There is something rather satisfying about how a perfectly tailored blazer feels when you’re out…

Review: Lord of the Highlands with Hebridean Island Cruises

Posted on April 24, 2026

Caledonian Springtime on the Lord of the Highlands, with Hebridean Island Cruises, is a unique cruise…

Review: andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge, Tanzania

Posted on April 1, 2026

Tucked away, in the greater Serengeti ecosystem, lies a slice of pure safari magic. Right…

Review: Catgill Farm Glamping, Bolton Abbey, UK

Posted on March 28, 2026

The story of Catgill is one of profound diversification and family legacy. Since 2014, husband-and-wife…

Review: Angama Amboseli, Kenya

Posted on March 17, 2026

At the bottom of the mighty Mt. Kilimanjaro lies the beautiful Amboseli National Park, known…

Review: The Fish, Farncombe, Broadway, Worcestershire

Posted on March 12, 2026

The Fish Hotel is an inviting take on Scandi-cool-comfort and contemporary country living. Delivering hygge…

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Photograph of the week: Aurora Sky Station

August 7, 2013

By Paul Johnson

This shot of the Aurora borealis (or Northern Lights) was taken from outside of the Aurora Sky Station in Abisko,…

Top 10 US cities for families to visit

August 7, 2013

By Paul Johnson

Ever wondered where to take the family on your next trip to the United States? Assessing various US cities for…

Top 10 friendliest and unfriendliest cities in the world

August 6, 2013

By Paul Johnson

Southern Brazils Florianópolis has made its way to the top of Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers Choice Survey as the friendliest…

Top 6 activities in the extremes

August 6, 2013

By Craig Burkinshaw

Some people will go to the ends of the earth for a bit of adventure! Although still considered somewhat off…

Top 4 luxury hotel views in Rajasthan, India

August 6, 2013

By Madeleine Hann

Rajasthan, often referred to as Indias most colourful state, is home to some of Asia’s most luxurious rooms and suites….

The top 5 ski resorts in Austria

August 5, 2013

By Paula McInerney

Austria is having a resurgence in popularity as a premier ski destination. Not that it ever lost its aura or…

Suite of the week: Imperial Suite, Marbella Club Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, Marbella, Spain

August 5, 2013

By Paul Johnson

Suite name: Imperial Suite, Marbella Club Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa Location: Marbella, Spain Size of accommodation: 125 sq m Cost per night: 2,200…

5 luxury stays in Kitzbuhel, Austria

August 5, 2013

By Paula McInerney

Kitzbuhel is a small medieval town in the Tyrol region of Austria and renowned for its charm as well as…

Top 10 luxury picnic spots and shops in London

August 3, 2013

By Rajul Chande

The trouble with living in Britain is that when we do finally get a bit of sunshine, we don’t know…

Travel hangman

August 2, 2013

By Paul Johnson

It is with great sadness that we are closing down the Aardvark Travel website this month. Although the site has…

Top 3 small, charming, luxury English hotels

August 2, 2013

By Joy Davidson

England is resplendent with charming small hotels where guests can savor all the essentials of contemporary luxury as they sample…

Recipe of the week: Simmered halibut with celeriac, shellfish & squid

August 2, 2013

By Paul Johnson

For a truly inspiring summer dish, halibut offers a light delicate texture naturally infused with a distinctive flavour perfect…

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