Review: xenodocheio Milos, Athens, Greece
Athens is a frenetic, gritty city, home to around three million people. In Athens, ancient history meets modern reinvention and it has cleverly transformed itself in recent years, putting the destination firmly back on the map when it comes to hip European city breaks. Arriving in Greece’s capital, one of the world’s oldest cities, is an…
Review: Hotel de la Ville, Rome, Italy
Hotel de la Ville is a luxurious five-star hotel that offers guests elegance and escapism. Part of the family-owned Rocco Forte Hotels, walking through the doors of this impressive 18th century Roman palazzo is like stepping back in time. Design stalwart Tommaso Ziffer is behind the hotel’s transformation, following his appointment by Olga Polizzi, Sir Rocco Forte’s sister and director…
White Lotus Filming Locations – Hawaii & Sicily
If you haven’t watched the HBO Emmy-winning show White Lotus yet, what are you waiting for? White Lotus has it all: black comedy, flawed characters, social satire, questions about wealth and class – all shot against idyllic backdrops in Hawaii and Sicily. Series one was shot in Maui, Hawaii, at The Four Seasons Resort Maui at…
Review: Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas, Santorini, Greece
Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas are located on the outskirts of Santorini’s most popular village, Oia, just a 15-minute drive from the airport. The resort has been designed in the style of a Santorinian village, with a design concept that combines traditional Cycladic architecture with unpretentious, contemporary multi-ethnic design. Travelling as a family with older…
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Is Lisbon Portugal’s Hippest City?
Whether you want to party in the buzzy bars of the Barrio Alto or eat your way around the city, there’s something for everyone in Lisbon. Situated on the northern banks of the River Tagus (Rio Tejo), Lisbon is one of the best European cities to visit, any time of the year. Best hotels in…
4 Reasons Why You Should Visit Slovenia
I’m tempted not to share my Slovenia tips because the country is so surprisingly lovely I want to keep it all to myself. If you’re thinking about planning your summer trip, Slovenia should be high up on your list of places to visit. This teeny country, sandwiched between Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia, is so small,…
3 Of The Best Christmas Markets In Europe
Christmas markets have always held such an allure for me. When I was in Berlin reviewing the 25 Hours Hotel, we visited the Christmas market at Breitscheidplatz, overlooked by the stunning Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. As we sipped gluhwein and ate gingerbread in cosy wooden huts it was hard not to get into the Christmas spirit.…
Top 3 Low Cost European Ski Resorts
Autumn is a time when thoughts turn to skiing and searching for the best places to ski in Europe. Every year I go through the same process: look for a snow sure resort that’s close to the airport (or around eight hours from Calais if we’re driving), research the cost of ski passes and cost…
Best Places To See The Northern Lights
The lure of witnessing the elusive Aurora Borealis is strong, particularly as winter approaches. I’ve always wanted to travel to Scandinavia for a chance to see them but still haven’t quite made it – one day. But I have found the best places in Europe where you might just glimpse them. Inari, Finland The Northern Lights are…