New Forest Book Direct Campaign Launched
Using the Prime Minister’s roadmap out of lockdown, Go New Forest* has launched a ‘Book Direct’ campaign that gives overnight guests the best possible deal whilst ensuring…
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Using the Prime Minister’s roadmap out of lockdown, Go New Forest* has launched a ‘Book Direct’ campaign that gives overnight guests the best possible deal whilst ensuring…
Future Hotels launches today with a promise to enable independent boutique hotels to thrive again by using the right mix of cutting-edge technology, and global sales…
Marissa Carruthers checks-in at Amber Kampot, the first luxury resort in the southern Cambodia riverine town, and experiences the rapid change taking place. As our boat meanders along a stretch…
The Dilly is the new name above the door of the former Le Méridien Piccadilly. The property dates back to 1908 and the transformation over the coming months into London’s…
With nearly 30 independently owned hotels spread across Wales coast and countryside, every member of the Welsh Rarebits Hotels of Distinction is different but all offer great Welsh hospitality, fine…
After a challenging year, a&o Hostels continues to grow following three new openings this year and forthcoming plans to open properties in Lisbon, Istanbul, Rome and Reykjavik…
The Worldwide Travel Alliance (WTA) has been launched to provide sales, marketing, representation and PR services to global travel brands seeking European customers…
Hyatt is blazing new ground in Southeast Asia with the opening of Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh on 6 January 6, 2021, marking the first Hyatt hotel in the Cambodian capital…
Following a remarkable summer, Lympstone Manor has welcomed five indulgent Shepherd Huts – complete with outdoor ‘Hikki’ hot tubs, rolltop baths and walk-in showers…
The coastal resort town of Koarashicho in Atami, the gateway to Shizuoka’s spectacular Izu Peninsula, is home to a new hot spring hotel, SOKI ATAMI. Offering panoramic ocean views and…
Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise spend a night at The Savoy, discovering the colourful history and wonderful cuisine of one of London’s foremost hotels. Past the exquisite glass Lalique fountain…
With the UK leaving lockdown, why not consider treating yourself to one of the many luxury Christmas hotel breaks on offer in England, or say good riddance to 2020? For…
Azerai Ke Ga Bay, an elegant and secluded oceanfront retreat in southeastern Vietnam, debuted this month as the third property in Azerai Resorts’ growing portfolio…
Roger Hermiston & Eileen Wise make the short trip to the Norfolk Broads to stay at Backwater, and glory in the wildlife and boating before visiting Houghton Hall. It was…
The Caribbean’s most eco-certified hotel is now setting the world standard as Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort in Aruba is the first-ever hotel in the world…
James Clark spends a night in the UK capital taking full advantage of 100 Queen’s Gate London’s door to door chauffeur offer. The doorbell rang bang on time to announce…
Many hotels are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic by turning to contactless payment and other solutions. While this might appear to be something specific to the industry, it is best…
Affordable hotel brand OYO has launched two special offers to encourage guests to stay at its independently-owned UK hotels in the coming months…
Reasonably curious as to what a hotel that looks like a ship would be like, James Clark books himself into the Southampton Harbour Hotel and Spa, which opened three years…
Despite abhorring the word, Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise go on a Suffolk staycation at Kesgrave Hall hotel to discover a most relaxing place full of history and a close…
The Northern Lights have made their first appearance for the season, the snow will soon begin to fall and the creation of Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi, Swedish Lapland, has already started…
Located in Siem Reap’s picturesque former French colonial quarter, FCC Angkor by Avani has expanded its leisure and guestroom offerings with the introduction of Visaya Spa…
New Forest National Park Authority have given permission for a major expansion of the iconic Balmer Lawn Hotel in Brockenhurst. The plan includes an extra 38 state of the art…
The Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection, Crete is the perfect place for a luxury couples’ trip. Set on a spectacular hillside of Spinalonga island, this picturesque resort…
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