Travel & Lifestyle
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Mad, theatrical, magical and utterly romantic, Venice has it all! If you’ve been and want to go again or have not yet stepped into a gondola with an ice cream, now’s the time! Here are my top 5 boutique hotels for a styl
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
Head to the west shores of Lake Garda and you’ll discover two charming hotels owned by the Arosio family. Hotel du Lac and Hotel Gardenia al Lago, traditional and authentic these two privately owned hotels are both lakes
Where to go in Europe for a romantic weekend away.
Beaverbrook in Surrey, one of the best luxury hotels and spas in the UK. I reviewed in April 2024.
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..
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.
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..
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
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..
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..
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…
Abaton Island Resort & Spa is one of the best luxury hotels in Crete..
