The Grand Canal in Venice has provided the inspiration for some of the most famous pieces of art from Canaletto to Guardi as well as some of the world’s most iconic photographs. It’s a major water-traffic corridor that has long bewitched great authors from Marco Polo to Henry James and provided an integral backdrop to(…)
Nestled on the southernmost tip of Lanzarote in Playa Blanca is Villas Coral Deluxe, an exclusive collection of four, modern villas. The town of Playa Blanca is a gorgeous place with a sweeping bay of golden sand and traditional whitewashed architecture. As well as a private pool, the villas boast gorgeous views of the volcano(…)
Set in eight acres of beautifully-landscaped gardens in the Hertfordshire countryside, Letchworth Hall Hotel is a quintessential Olde English manor house, dating back to the 17th century. However, this country house hotel isn't stuck in the past; fitted with a gym, an indoor pool and sauna and complimentary Wi-Fi, it delightfully blends traditional design with(…)
The romantic Macdonald Compleat Angler sits in a tranquil spot on the river's edge, throwing its lights across the water. Less than an hour outside London, this four AA-Red-Star hotel overlooks the Thames in Marlow, Buckinghamshire – perfect for country rambles, fishing trips and jaunty days out in nearby Windsor, Eton or Henley. When it(…)
Combine the exotic and beauty and charm of the Egyptian coast with the astounding service and style of the Savoy brand and the result is a winner- the rather impressive Savoy Sharm el-Sheikh. Set in 200,000 square metres of waterfalls and tropical gardens and bordering the shimmering 300-metre stretch of White Knight Beach, this Sharm(…)
The Eurostars Book, Munich, is a hotel designed and themed by the idea of culture’s greatest tool: the book. Dedicated to the written word, some have to wonder is it a book? A hotel? Or a library? Either way, it’s a rather novel idea indeed.Thrown into the design are some of history’s best-loved stories such(…)
Old Palace Resort offers a true slice of paradise at their Red Sea resort. Set upon the white sands of a 200-metre-long beach, the idyllic coastline is a spectacular setting for an unforgettable getaway. From snorkelling to sunbathing, there are many ways to enjoy the resort and its naturally beautiful surroundings.For the active traveller, desert(…)
Marrakech is now so famous for its vibrant and exotic interiors that it’s the kind of city which demands to be enjoyed in style. Riad living is one of the most authentic ways to immerse yourself in Moroccan-style hospitality. It is these little historic style havens that provide a welcome break from the city’s chaotic(…)
Hotel La Rocca Resort & Spa in Baia Sardinia, close to Sardinia's fashionable Emerald Coast, is a four-star retreat in a quiet and peaceful setting near the town of Baia, which oozes the romance and laid back charm of the region. The hotel is set in expansive gardens and the rooms all have balconies and(…)
Voted one of the 'Top 50 Hottest Hotels in the World' by Condé Nast Traveller and 'The Sexiest Hotel in Scotland' by Hotel Review Scotland, this hotel is one for cool hunters.Modern architecture cleverly juxtaposes with the 150-year-old facade of Lady Glenorchy church, offering floor-to-ceiling views over this beautiful city, with its dramatic landscape and(…)