Re-born Cora Hotel in Halkidiki, birthplace of Aristotle, offers a sanctuary of Greek tranquillity
Monday, 25 March 2024
Cora Hotel & Spa is aiming to reposition itself as one of Halkidiki’s most desirable properties when it reopens its doors on 1 May following a total refurbishment. Featuring 181 bedrooms and suites, two outdoor pools, a secluded private beach and a spa centre, the hotel aims to provide a sanctuary of tranquillity for those
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Ready for Reykjavik? CityHub expands its portfolio with an Icelandic hotel with a difference
Thursday, 14 March 2024
Following the major success of its Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Rotterdam hotels, CityHub is to launch its fourth hotel in Reykjavik this summer, offering a unique alternative to the traditional hotel stay in Europe’s major cities. It offers both the privacy and comfort of a hotel room with compact Hubs, plus a sense of community with
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Born-again Hotel Gabrielli aiming to become the crown jewel of Venice once again
Wednesday, 06 March 2024
Hotel Gabrielli, regarded by many as the crown jewel of Venice when it originally opened in 1856, aims to regain that accolade when it reopens early in 2025 following an extraordinary renovation. Overlooking the Venetian lagoon on a prime spot on Riva degli Schiavoni and with a direct view on Isola di San Giorgio, pictured
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Shouting it from the rooftops … how a Brit is shaking things up in Panama City
Saturday, 02 March 2024
The recent opening of Amarla Casco Viejo in Panama’s historic Casco Viejo quarter is shaking things up for a city that, until now, was better known for being a nautical short-cut. Today, Latin America’s youngest nation is growing into an appealing destination for weekenders with this adult-only boutique bolthole leading the way. Not only is
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Animal magic for Radisson as it celebrates opening of its first safari hotel in South Africa
Saturday, 03 February 2024
Radisson Hotel Group is celebrating the opening of its first Safari hotel in Africa. The hotel is tucked between two renowned nature reserves, Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon, just 2km outside of Hoedspruit in the heart of the grasslands in the Limpopo province. Boasting majestic views of the Drakensberg mountains, the highest mountain
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Opening this summer … Northumberland’s newest luxury getaway with an historic story to tell
Tuesday, 23 January 2024
A modern five-storey building is being added to a beautiful Georgian former schoolhouse in Alnwick to create Northumberland’s newest luxury getaway in summer 2024. Bailiffgate Hotel is located in the historic former premises of Duchess High School, overlooking the Barbican entrance to Alnwick Castle. With 48 bedrooms, suites, and apartments, as well as a stylish
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Opening on Friday … Florida’s best kept holiday secret in a perfect natural paradise
Saturday, 09 December 2023
Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbour will be the first completely new-build resort to open in Southwest Florida in more than 13 years when it opens its doors on Friday (15 December). Set upon the Peace River and Florida Gulf Coast, the premier resort has 785 well-appointed guest rooms including 189 top-tier luxury Sunsuites, 20 dining options
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The ‘Tommy Fleetwood Effect’ sees membership go through the roof at Formby Hall
Tuesday, 28 November 2023
The part Tommy Fleetwood played in Europe’s historic Ryder Cup win in the summer has resulted in a dramatic surge in membership at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa, the golf club where it all began for him as a boy. Fleetwood grew up in Southport and learned to play as a youngster at Formby
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The George is all set to bring an exciting lifestyle destination to the heart of vibrant Tel Aviv
Wednesday, 28 June 2023
The launch of The George in October will bring an exciting lifestyle destination to the heart of the vibrant city of Tel Aviv. Located just minutes from the renowned Rothschild Avenue, the development will offer 170 rooms, 40 of them designed for extended stays, four unique dining experiences, open work areas as well as a
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On a palatial site fit for a king, Hyatt Regency expands its UK footprint with opening of ninth London hotel
Tuesday, 20 June 2023
Housed in an historic building on the former grounds of King Henry VIII’s Bridewell Palace, the newly opened Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars claims a prime spot in the City of London business and leisure district. Guests can stay connected to all that the capital has to offer, with Underground and rail stations just minutes away,
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Coming VERY soon … a double delight from Ella Resorts just a stone’s throw from the medieval city of Rhodes
Tuesday, 11 April 2023
Ella Resorts is making final preparations ahead of the opening on 20 April of not one but two properties just moments away from the mediaeval city of Rhodes. Helea Family Beach Resort and Elissa Lifestyle Resort overlook the Aegean Sea on one of the most illustrious sandy beaches on the island, Kallithea beach, both of
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Born-again Radisson hotel that is lighting up the medieval town of Vilnius on its 700th anniversary
Friday, 31 March 2023
The introduction Radisson Collection’s first hotel to the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius coincides with the 700th anniversary of one of the largest surviving medieval towns in Northern Europe. Originally known as the Radisson Blu Royal Astoria, the hotel is now reborn as the Radisson Collection Vilnius Astoria following an extensive renovation. Ideally situated in the
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