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…
Review: The Rose, Deal, UK
I set off for a solo road trip up the Kent coast, starting in Sandgate, making my way through Folkestone, Deal, Ramsgate, Botany Bay, Broadstairs and Margate. After a day exploring the delights of the Garden of England, I couldn’t wait to spent the night in Deal, staying at The Rose. This 200 year old…
Review: The Birch Hotel, Enfield, UK
I headed to The Birch Hotel, just north of Enfield, to find out more about this new opening that pitches itself as ‘an escape for the explorers’. I wanted to see what all the fuss was about and explore the sprawling grounds and venue that includes, wait for it… a members club, two restaurants, co-working…