Down Hall Hotel is one of England's most established country house hotels. Dating back to 1322, this historic Italianate mansion is set in beautiful grounds and is perfect for those looking for a country get-away. The hotel's classic interiors, ornate ceilings and abundance of natural daylight make for a splendid change from everyday life.You may(…)
The Crown at Stoke-by-Nayland is the perfect boutique countryside retreat. Set in a historic village in the depths of Suffolk, this private and cosy village inn began life as a superb gastro pub and then in 2008, it gained 11 gorgeous bedrooms. Dining at The Crown is a treat – it boasts an AA Rosette-rated(…)
Here's a lovely conundrum: a week cruising around the stunning Turkish coastline on a traditional gulet, or a holiday at a five-star, all-inclusive beach resort? Choose between three equally dreamy escapes, or combine both for a luxury two-part holiday in the Mediterranean, with flights and transfers included.On land, the upscale Hotel Aqua – a TripAdvisor(…)
Hugging the easternmost tip of the Indochina Peninsula, Vietnam boasts miles of shock-white coastline and some of the most phenomenal scenery on the planet. The picture of conical hats bobbing through paddy fields and sailing boats gliding past mystical islets is accurate – this is a country that will put your imagination in a spin.Your(…)
Young, rich and beautiful – this relative newcomer is creating a stir in Rhodes. Known as The Kresten Royal Villas & Spa, it's an exclusive five-star retreat that oozes glamour, and boasts an enviable oceanfront location on the northern tip of the island. On arrival, the first indication of unbridled luxury is the enormous entrance,(…)
Halliwell House offers just five, large guest bedrooms set in an 1899 period building, surrounded by one and half acres of private land. Originally built by Kendal Milne – owner of the iconic Manchester department store – Halliwell House is a true slice of the area's history and has recently undergone extensive modernisation, sympathetic to(…)
Spend seven nights exploring the ancient, birthplace of civilisation, as you skim the waters of the River Nile on board the sleek MS Mayfair – a cruise ship with luxuries enough to satisfy a Pharaoh.You'll begin and end your journey in Luxor, a city built on the site of Ancient Thebes, where you'll visit the(…)
The modern Chryssana Beach Hotel is a stunning beach destination on the Northern coast of Crete, just outside the historic city of Chania. Set in a flourishing garden, next to a secluded beach, this is a place to come for that coveted commodity – peace and quiet.The hotel gives you the chance to set your(…)
Located on the shores of Lake Ullswater, Rampsbeck is a hideaway that has refined-rural down. Think country house hotel with designer touches, dizzying levels of fresh air, a peaceful lake and you’re close to summing it up.The hotel – awarded a 'Certificate of Excellence 2013' and a 96% rating on TripAdvisor – sits serenely next(…)
Manorhaus Llangollen takes the shape of an exquisite five-star boutique restaurant with six elegant and spacious rooms, all set in an historic Victorian town house in the centre of picturesque Llangollen. The original features of this historic building expertly contrast with the contemporary interior created by owners Christopher Frost and Gavin Harris to create a(…)