Travel & Lifestyle
60 stories in this collection.
Less than an hour from Exeter where my youngest is at Uni is Boringdon Hall Hotel and Spa a wonderful country house hotel with spa and Acléaf a Michelin Star restaurant. The perfect two-night break for couples or solo tr
Bagels, shopping, diners, walking, US pharmacies, iconic buildings and memorials.. New York is a city that never sleeps. Read what to do if you’ve got 72 hours in the Big Apple.
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
My top 4 boutique hotels in Rome to suit all budgets…
Florence knows how to do Christmas. By late November the city feels alive again. Lights stretch across the piazzas, music drifts from street corners and the smell of warm panettone follows you through the narrow lanes. W
The vibe at Mama Shelter in Shoreditch, London, is cool and effortlessly hip without trying too hard. A mix of creative types, locals and travellers fill the open-plan bar and dining area, where people sit with their lap
Chewton Glen is one of Britain’s great country house hotels for good reason. Set in 130 acres on the edge of the New Forest, a short walk from the sea, it blends style and polish with real warmth. The latest chapter is a
Who knew that London Marriott Park Lane was such a gem? It might be a big city hotel but it feels very much like a boutique hotel.
Boringdon Hall in Devon - a country house hotel that’s perfect for a foodie or spa break for couples, girlfriends. Michelin star restaurant Àclèaf is an absolute treat and perfect for a romantic meal à deux.
Travel Guide for Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Travel and hotel tips for your stay in the rainforest. Luxury and boutique hotels, rainforest hideaways and more.
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.
Longueville Manor is the best hotel in the Channel Islands. Independently owned this traditional and luxurious hotel and spa ticks all of the boxes when it comes to location, food, wine, service, gardens and spa.
Rothes Glen, The Luxury Castle for Whisky Connoisseurs and for those who enjoy the finer things in life. Equidistant from Aberdeen and Inverness, this private castle sleeps 28 guests in over 14 rooms and suites.
Personal review of the Stress Management Retreat at Ananda in the Himalayas - sleep better, live better…
The Best 60 Hotels of all time for 2023, part 4
The best 60 hotels of all time for 2023, part 2 - Long Haul Hotels
The best 60 hotels of all time for 2023, part 2
The best 60 hotels of all time for 2023
Ten New Hotel Openings for 2023
New Don’t Worry bar opens at Hotel Le Sirenuse on the Amalfi Coast..
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.
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.
Les Fermes de Marie is the best luxury hotel and spa in Megeve. Created by Jocelyn Sibuet this authentic and luxurious hotel in the French Alps is a family friendly ski hotel which is also a great summer holiday option.
Push boundaries and restore your mind, body and spirit at Deplar Farm, Iceland, are you ready for the experience of a lifetime?
Buxton Crescent is the first UK luxury spa hotel from Europe’s largest health spa operator Ensana. This luxury spa retreat is located in the historic spa town of Buxton, the UK’s highest market town nestled within the ro
Gleneagles luxury spa days are a tempting and luxurious blend of ancient philosophies and modern therapies, lovingly curated in the beautiful surroundings of Scotland’s finest luxury spa & wellness retreat.
Best of British Boutique hotels from hideaways in Cornwall to luxury hotels in Scotland.
The Newt in Somerset is a historic country estate near Bruton which opened as a 23-room luxury hotel & spa in August 2019. This great British boutique hotel boasts beautifully cultivated gardens, a cider press, restauran
Private places to book and enjoy all to yourselves.
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..
Malibu Rocky Oaks Estate Vineyards Malibu, the most awarded vineyard in Malibu with just 3 boutique hotel rooms…
Where to visit, eat and stay in Rome and the best months to go.
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..
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
Puglia, the heel of Italy and home to some beautiful boutique hotels..
Heckfield Place, one of the best luxury hotels in the UK.
The best luxury family-friendly hotel in the Algarve.
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..
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..
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…
Top 5 luxury hotels on the Amalfi Coast with stunning interiors, fabulous food and amazing views…
Riad de Tarabel Junior Suite, one of the loveliest places to stay in Marrakech.
Ile-de-Ré is an island on the west coast of France with some of the prettiest seaside villages..
