Thyme and Bertioli, founded by Caryn Hibbert, are part of a unique family of brands centred around the sustainable lifestyle ethos of Thyme, a luxury countryside hotel in the Cotswolds. Bertioli, the natural extension of Thyme, is Hibbert's vision of blending luxury with nature’s rhythms, offering eco-conscious fashion and homeware products inspired by the countryside.

A beloved ritual, made portable

Now available encased in a sculpted aluminium tube, this beloved Seymour Hand Cream is an alchemy of rich butters and restorative oils — Shea, Cocoa, Coconut, and Rosehip — blending seamlessly to nurture and shield your skin.

100 Acres was born in 2014 from a lifelong love of the countryside and a desire to bottle and share its magic. The founders’ thinking was that if they could, they would spend all of their time running naked through a hundred acres of fragrant English countryside full of lavender, roses, herbs and wildflowers.

Part one of a series on which hotels have the best bath and body products (I’m not a fan of the word ‘toiletries’) and what they are. Next is Commune a newly launched British self-care and lifestyle brand founded by husband-and-wife duo Rémi Paringaux and Kate Neal, both fashion industry veterans. Drawing inspiration from the magic of the English countryside, they’ve created a collection that is as eco-conscious as it is luxurious.

Part one of a series on which hotels have the best bath and body products (I’m not a fan of the word ‘toiletries’) and what they are. First up is Wildsmith and where to find them.. I think you’ll be suprised..

Calcot & Spa in the Cotswolds. A luxury family-friendly hotel with spa, gardens, bar and restaurant.

Amalfi coast interiors at Casa Angelina in Praiano

Canne Bianche Lifestyle Hotel is a little slice of heaven just 30 minutes from Brindisi airport in Puglia. Beach location, pool, spa and lovely service, it’s hard to beat.

Greenway Hotel and Spa in the Cotswolds features beautiful interiors, fantastic food (the best sticky toffee pudding ever) and brilliant spa.

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.

Tucked away in the timeless fishing village of Chora Sfakion, The Authentic Village Boutique Hotel offers more than a luxury escape – it invites travellers into the rhythm of Cretan life. Framed by the Libyan Sea on one side and the island’s untamed mountains on the other, this understated yet beautifully curated hideaway redefines what it means to stay somewhere "authentic."

Kaliyoga is one of Europe’s most respected wellness retreats—a glowing star on the map of wellbeing hideaways. It’s won over Condé Nast Traveller, picked up TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice awards, and was voted by The Guardian readers as one of the top ten wellbeing holidays in Europe. But here’s the thing: Kaliyoga was never about building an empire. It was, and still is, Rosie and Jonji’s home.

There’s something rather wonderful about family-run hotels in Greece – they just get it. At Theos Village Hotel & Apartments in Kato Daratso, just 3.5 km from the Venetian streets of Chania, the welcome is warm, the setting peaceful, and the experience refreshingly real.

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.

For British Airways to regain its standing, it would need more than just a rebrand,  rename of the Executive Club to The British Airways Club or another polished marketing campaign.

Pubs with rooms are competing with some of the best boutique hotels and rightly so. They’re stylish, affordable and serve fabulous food.