Mid-century design meets distinct Mediterranean flair as Borgo Santandrea becomes first new luxury hotel on the Amalfi Coast in 15 years
Wednesday, 20 October 2021
The Amalfi Coast welcomed its first hotel for 15 years during the summer when Borgo Santandrea, set on the cliffside 90 metres above sea level, emerged from a meticulous three-year restoration. The hotel is a passion project that unites two Italian families with generations of hospitality experience. With 29 guest rooms and 16 suites each
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Once the mecca of 19th century Parisian thinkers, Silencio now provides a 21st-century experience in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Sunday, 17 October 2021
The buildings have a rich Parisian history, connecting nouvelle vague, bohemia, intellectual exchange, all strands of creativity and political advancement. Now the arrival Silencio des Prés brings to them a 21st-century vibe. With a chic new restaurant, 360degree cinema and event space with a terrace for sunny days, the latest launch from iconic Parisian brand
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Pushing the limits of expectation … Jumeirah Group’s stunning new luxury resort in the Maldives welcomes its first guests
Wednesday, 06 October 2021
Jumeirah Maldives, an all-villa luxury resort tucked away in the crystalline turquoise waters of the North Malé Atoll, has welcomed its first guests this week, adding to Jumeirah Group’s growing portfolio of hotels. Its idyllic location, swiftly reachable by speedboat or seaplane from Malé Airport, offers privacy for romantic getaways, a blissful island retreat for
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After a two-year restoration, Sicily’s Villa Igiea, once a favourite with kings and Hollywood stars, again celebrates its unique heritage
Friday, 01 October 2021
It hosted kings, a Tsar and Hollywood stars. Now the newly resurrected Villa Igiea, once at the centre of society and Belle Époque aristocracy in Europe, is again celebrating Sicilian glamour, paying homage to its storied past. Originally built as a private palazzo at the end of the 19th century, the Florio family purchased and
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African wonders of the world … two of Branson’s Virgin Limited Edition hotels voted best of the best
Tuesday, 21 September 2021
Sir Richard Branson is celebrating a double success in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2021 with two of his stunning Virgin Limited Edition collection of luxury retreats around the world being voted best of the best. His Kenya Safari Camp, Mahali Mzuri, is ranked Number One Hotel in the World and Number One
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The newly opened Baglioni Resort in Sardinia is an ideal place to grab some late summer sunshine
Friday, 10 September 2021
If you are looking to catch some last-minute summer sun then check out the Baglioni Resort Sardinia which has extended its opening season to the end of September. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, the resort harnesses the brand’s existing timeless Italian luxury to the Mediterranean island, where guests can experience a
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Is this chic and sophisticated hotel set to become the new star of Hollywood?
Thursday, 09 September 2021
The newly opened Thompson Hollywood claims to redefine the notion of Hollywood glamour and is poised to become one of Los Angeles’ chicest destinations for culturally astute travellers and locals alike. Located on Wilcox Avenue close to Sunset Strip, the new 11-storey hotel features 190 mid-century-inspired guest rooms, including 16 suites, a sophisticated feature dining
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Finally: the serene Pan Pacific London takes innovation and understated luxury to new City heights
Wednesday, 01 September 2021
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
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Live the life of an ancient Venetian nobleman at the opulently refurbished Baglioni Hotel Luna
Tuesday, 24 August 2021
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
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Real Madrid! Music, art and culture – including Elvis and Bowie – come together at Hard Rock’s first Spanish city hotel
Wednesday, 21 July 2021
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
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For here’s a jolly good Fellows: New hotel aiming for a first with honours in the heart of Cambridge
Saturday, 03 July 2021
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
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Green List escapes where you can soak up the sun and shrug off those Covid blues
Monday, 28 June 2021
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,
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