Travel & Lifestyle
78 stories in this collection.
When I reviewed Carbis Bay Hotel in the spring there was a line in my copy about a new restaurant called Mor opening in the summer.
One of the best boutique hotel openings of 2025 is here! The House of George W. Davies in Broadway in the heart of the Cotswolds is the much awaited, latest project from George Davies, iconic fashion entrepreneur and fou
Four of the most intimate hotels in Paris.
If I could live in one European city, it would be the Renaissance city of Florence! It’s a living, breathing museum with cobbled streets, majestic palazzi, delicious food, stylish people and best of all it has some fanta
If you’ve ever daydreamed about having your own ultra-stylish Roman apartment (with hotel-level service and zero stress), then let me introduce you to J.K. Place Roma, a boutique hotel that’s basically the fashion set’s
The latest boutique hotel to open in Lisbon has been three years in the making. Read on to find out if it’s worth the wait.
Hotel du Lac is a charming 12 room boutique hotel on the west shores of Lake Garda. Owned by the Arosio family this traditional hotel is authentic and traditional and a rather romantic place to stay.
Thyme, a living, breathing village in the heart of the Cotswolds. A family affair this country house hotel has sustainability at its heart without compromising on luxury. The perfect combination.
Amalfi coast interiors at Casa Angelina in Praiano
Travel Guide for Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Travel and hotel tips for your stay in the rainforest. Luxury and boutique hotels, rainforest hideaways and more.
Anastasia.. exceptional healer in Costa Rica. Stay at Vayu Retreat Villas and she’ll come and treat you in your room.
Kura Costa Rica is a sustainable hideaway in the rainforest. Expect stunning views and just eight modern suites at this design-led boutique hotel.
High up in the rainforest in Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Rancho Pacifico is a luxury jungle hideaway with excellent service, modern treehouses and great food.
Vayu Retreat Villas is a gorgeous 4-room hideaway in Puntarenas, Costa Rica with delicious food.
Six Senses Kaplankaya in Turkey has the most complete and expert spa offering of all of the Six Senses luxury hotels.
Beaverbrook in Surrey, one of the best luxury hotels and spas in the UK. I reviewed in April 2024.
The Dylan Hotel, Amsterdam
The best new hotel in Suffolk arrives in Saxmundham…
Arguably one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast… and one of my favourite hotels in the world..
Lulu’s selection of some of the best boutique hotels in the UK.
Beadnell Towers, a secret hideaway on the Northumberland coast with exceptional food and impeccable service.
The unspoilt county of Suffolk is rich in little hidden gems in the countryside, by the lakes or next to the sea..
The best newcomers for 2022..
Arguably one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast…
Beat the blues and book yourself into a spa..near or far…
Arguably the best all round luxury hotel in the Algarve. Hotels don’t come much better than Vila Vita Parc…
Boutique and Luxury Hotel openings in 2021
London’s calling…it’s open and buzzing! Book a night or two in one of these brilliantly positioned boutique hotels..
Head to the Med for September sunshine…
New boutique lifestyle hotel opens on Mykonos..
Top luxury hotel recommendations in Positano, Amalfi Coast
New Don’t Worry bar opens at Hotel Le Sirenuse on the Amalfi Coast..
Discover some of the best boutique hotels by the British seaside.
The Anchor at Walberswick is one of the best places to eat on the Suffolk coast. Dog-friendly, this friendly village local has fantastic outside space, a wood-fire pizza oven and a heated marquee in the garden. Great foo
The Ship Inn, a little coastal gem in Fife.
Carys Arms Hotel & Spa, Devon
The Place Firenze, the first boutique hotel in Florence now begins its next chapter, a new story, a place you’ll love to call your home during your stay in Florence.
NEW HOTEL OPENING FOR 2021. Elang is a new private island playground with 6 lodges in the remote Anambas Islands, Indonesia.
Xigera Safari Lodge is the latest addition to The Red Carnation Hotel Collection. This boutique safari lodge in Botswana is a year-round destination. There are just 12 suites, including a 2 bedroom family suite, spa, poo
Villa Stephanie in Baden Baden is one of the best medical spas in Europe. Using an innovative high-tech approach a bespoke wellness programme is formulated by a team of some of the best health professionals in the world.
The Lanesborough Club & Spa is the most luxurious wellness club in London. The perfect retreat for the savvy, modern Londoner.
Top 3 restaurants on the Suffolk coast for breakfast, lunch and dinner,.
Private places to book and enjoy all to yourselves.
Soprarno Suites is a 13-room boutique B&B in Florence in the cool Oltranto area. Spread across three floors of a Florentine palazzo, it’s filled with charm and quirkiness and sits above a cool deli Sottarno.
Ad*Astra FLORENCE is a 14-room boutique hotel in Florence just a short walk from the Ponte Vecchio.
Rowhill Grange is a luxury country house hotel in the Kentish countryside.
Barnett Hill, a luxury country house hotel in the heart of the Surrey Hills, perfect for a mid-week break or family weekend away.
Great Fosters, a luxury country house hotel within 15 minutes of London Heathrow
The Duncombe Arms, an award-winning pub with gorgeous boutique hotel rooms and a wonderful team of staff. One of my top 5 places to stay in the UK.
Casa Ceu is a charming 4-room adults-only hideaway in Olhāo in Portugal’s Algarve.
Ca Maria Adele, the most romantic boutique hotel in Venice..
JK Place Firenze, the first boutique hotel in Florence and one of the best in town…
Riad de Tarabel, one of the best luxury riads in Marrach..
The Bower House is a 6-room boutique hotel with exceptional restaurant in the Cotswolds..
Mini Palace, a private apartment by sister boutique hotel Ca Maria Adele, the most romantic boutique hotel in Venice..
The J.K. Lounge at J.K. Place Firenze in Piazza Santa Maria Novella
Westcroft Guesthouse, Cornwall, the loveliest little hidden gem you won’t want to share..
Puglia, the heel of Italy and home to some beautiful boutique hotels..
Luxury is…
Heckfield Place, one of the best luxury hotels in the UK.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Noto, home to new boutique hotel Q92 Noto Hotel
JK Place Roma, continues to be one of the best luxury hotels in Rome..
Stunning modern spa at Brimstone a British boutique hotel in the Lake District..
Riad Cocoon is one of the best luxury riads in Marrakech under €100 per night.
Paragon 700 Boutique Hotel & SPA, the only red palazzo in the whitewashed city of Ostuni, Puglia.
Here are some of my favourite Italian hotels where you can enjoy la dolce vita including Castello Banfi il Borgo, award-winning boutique hotel in Tuscany.
J.K. Place is the best luxury hotel on the island of Capri on the Amalfi Coast..
Moroseta Villas is a collection of 4 stunning villas outside Ostuni in Puglia..
Longing to escape? Look ahead and plan a trip to Sicily and stay at some of my favourite boutique hotels…
Treehotel, Sweden, is a place where nature and your imagination run wild…
Saorsa 1875 is the UK’s first vegan boutique hotel..
Top 5 luxury hotels on the Amalfi Coast with stunning interiors, fabulous food and amazing views…
Abaton Island Resort & Spa is one of the best luxury hotels in Crete..
Ile-de-Ré is an island on the west coast of France with some of the prettiest seaside villages..
