Review: TRIBE Manchester Airport, Manchester, UK

Let’s be honest – airport hotels don’t usually conjure up much excitement. They’re invariably functional, forgettable places where lonely businessmen sup on overpriced whiskies ahead of an early morning flight. But every now and then, an airport hotel comes along that dares to mix things up a little. And at Manchester Airport, there’s a new […]

Europe’s safest holiday destinations for 2025

Looking ahead to 2025, at a time when there is so much political instability, we’ve spoken to the team at Avanti Travel Insurance to hear their views on the safest holiday destinations in Europe. Whether you are looking for peace of mind with healthcare, low crime rates or just a reassuringly peaceful location to visit, […]

Review: Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, Monaco

I would have liked to provide a more in-depth review of my recent stay at Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo but alas my visit was just a very brief one, prior to attending the ILTM Cannes luxury travel conference. But here goes… established in the early 1900s, this Belle Époque style hotel was designed by architect Nicolas […]

Review: Linden Barn, Orton, Cumbria, UK

Nestled in the Cumbrian village of Orton is Linden Barn – a beautiful 3-bedroom property lovingly converted by owners Fiona and Brian who live next door. Available through Rural Retreats, it was renovated in 2020 and is idyllically situated with easy access to both the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks. The welcome Linden […]

Luxury travel news from around the world (December 2024)

Prepare to be inspired by some of the latest luxury travel news from around the globe – from groundbreaking sustainable luxury in Tokyo to an ultra-luxurious yacht launch in the Galapagos. It might feel like things slow down a little in December but there’s no shortage of news and an array of indulgent experiences on […]

The definitive list of luxury travel events to attend in 2025

If you’re involved in the luxury travel industry, you’ll want to know about some of the industry conferences and events that you could be attending in the year ahead. With the pandemic now a distant memory, travel is back to full force and 2025 is shaping up to be another exciting year for the luxury […]

20 luxury stocking fillers for her this Christmas (2024) – US & Canada edition

Are you looking forward to Christmas? During this season of goodwill towards men (and women!), we bring to you our specially-curated gift guide for the lady who seems to already have everything. Browse our stocking filler suggestions and hopefully you’ll find something that you know she’d love but doesn’t yet have… Glow-M from Tranont is a revolutionary […]