David has been covering the travel scene for more almost 40 years, combining this passion with his life as a Fleet Street journalist.
Much of his early writing was for the Press Association and many of his features over the years have featured in The Mail on Sunday, TravelMail and, more recently, The Independent and the i. He is also a regular contributor to TripAdvisor.
One of the most highly anticipated London hotel openings of 2021 arrived today as the Pan Pacific London threw open its doors to take innovation and understated luxury to new heights. This haven in the heart of the City fuses together architecture, contemporary design, boundary-pushing wellbeing, and leading destination restaurants and bars, with sincere Singaporean
The historic Baglioni Hotel Luna in Venice is reopening in September in time for the celebrated Film Festival following a six-month refurbishment. Ideally located at the very heart of the Serenissima, just steps from St Mark’s Square and the Palazzo Ducale, the hotel, which dates back to the 12th century, has been upgraded from top
Located at the Golden Triangle of Art in the Spanish capital, Hard Rock Hotel Madrid is the newest addition to bolster the brand’s recent growth throughout Europe. With 161 rooms, the new music infused hotel is located opposite the famous Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, in Madrid’s Atocha neighbourhood, the place that art
For here’s a jolly good Fellows: New hotel aiming for a first with honours in the heart of Cambridge
A new hotel has opened in the heart of Cambridge with the aim of graduating with honours. The Fellows House marks the first Curio Collection by Hilton in the University city known worldwide for its excellence in learning. The 131-room hotel, with rooms and apartments for both short and long stays, joins the global portfolio
With the world hopefully returning to some kind of normality, Brits are getting the green light to visit more countries, among them Mallorca, Ibiza and Malta. Fans of Marriott hotels will be pleased to know there is a choice of terrific hotels for sun, fun, relaxation and wellness. And for those not familiar with Marriott,
Thousands of Brits are opting for a UK staycation this year due to travel restrictions. And with a new study also revealing that quite a few would rather holiday with their pooches than their partners, researchers have sniffed out some of the best pet-friendly hotels around the UK that welcome our furry friends. Ahead of
Schlosshotel Blankenburg may have originally been a military barracks 160 years ago but there is no longer any need to stand to attention in this environmentally friendly hotel in Germany’s rugged Harz Mountains. Historic charm and modern luxury are the characteristics of this green four-star hotel that opened in 2010 and was expanded with a
As the threat of COVID diminishes, forward-thinking aparthotel brand Locke is launching its fourth London property, Kingsland Locke, in the heart of Dalston. Located in one of East London’s most eclectic neighbourhoods, Kingsland Locke houses 124 of Locke’s signature studio apartments, as well as an on-site microbrewery and gin distillery, all-day restaurant, complimentary co-working space,
It was once one of the most prestigious hotel and properties in Teluk Kemang area, attracting tourists from all over since the early 2000s. Now, as the newly opened Pacific Regency Beach Resort in Port Dickson, it aspires to revive its past allure as one of Malaysia’s top beach destinations. The 166-room property in the
Travellers are being offered the chance to enjoy a tropical Holy Month retreat package on Malaysia’s Redang Island at the Taaras Beach & Spa Resort. A two-night Ramadan Retreat package between13 April and 12 May starts at MYR3,970 (£700) for two people with daily ‘Sahur’ or breakfast, a Welcome Hygiene Pack, Ramadan turndown amenities, daily