Along a quiet residential street, just ten minutes’ walk from the centre of Antwerp, black lacquer doors conceal the best-kept secret in the city; a Pandora’s Box that threatens to ruin all future hotel experiences once opened. Simply put, this is a hotel like no other. Cabosse is a four-suite spa hotel housed in aContinue reading “Guesthouse Cabosse, Antwerp”
Category Archives: Stays
Prezident Palace, Belgrade
In a world of yoga retreats, eco-resorts and minimalist design, Prezident Palace isn’t trying to fit in. In fact, this five star mini-palace in Belgrade’s old town is a self-proclaimed homage to Marie Antoinette and King Louis XVI, two of history’s most extravagant figures. If we’re to eat cake, it’s Serbian Vasina torta in thisContinue reading “Prezident Palace, Belgrade”
Lala Vineyard Glamping Resort, Serbia
What do you picture when you imagine camping in rural Serbia? We can almost guarantee you that it’s not infinity pools, air conditioning and sunset wine tasting on the terrace. Lala Vineyard is here to shatter your misconceptions. Situated minutes from the Fruška Gora national park, this is Serbia’s wine country and Lala Vineyard is,Continue reading “Lala Vineyard Glamping Resort, Serbia”
Roxanich Winery and Design Hotel, Istria
Winery hotels are having a moment. For many places, the title seems to signify little more than a hotel that sells wine. Roxanich Winery and Design Hotel, however, is the purest form of the definition; a winery first and foremost, which offers luxury accommodation and all the bells and whistles that go alongside. And itContinue reading “Roxanich Winery and Design Hotel, Istria”
Hostal dos Reis Católicos, Galicia
The Hostal dos Reis Católicos in Santiago de Compostela is a place of many contradictions. For a start, it’s probably one of few five star hotels where the majority of the guests arrive with rucksacks and walking boots. And don’t be fooled by the name – while Spanish ‘hostals’ are generally more affordable, no-frills hotels,Continue reading “Hostal dos Reis Católicos, Galicia”
Riad Kheirredine, Marrakech
The name Kheirredine is a variant of the Arabic Kheir or Khair, meaning best, benevolent and giving. So it’s fitting that its namesake, Riad Kheirredine in Marrakech’s medina, provides guests a level of service that is quite simply among the best – perhaps the best – we’ve ever experienced. Hidden away down one of theContinue reading “Riad Kheirredine, Marrakech”
Retreat at Kasbah Bab Ourika, Atlas Mountains
Around one hour’s drive from Marrakech, through mountain passes and winding dirt tracks, and just when you think you might be lost, is the sign for the Kasbah Bab Ourika. Situated at the foothills of Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, the views from Kasbah Bab Ourika will take your breath away and continue to surprise youContinue reading “Retreat at Kasbah Bab Ourika, Atlas Mountains”
Riad Kniza, Marrakech
Step off the chaotic alleyways of Marrakech’s medina and close the door behind you; Riad Kniza is a safe haven of quiet and calm just a stone’s throw from the hawkers and snake charmers of Jemaa el-Fnaa square. If you listen carefully you might catch a faint Call to Prayer from its central courtyard, butContinue reading “Riad Kniza, Marrakech”
The Verhaegen, Ghent
This Valentine’s weekend we’re saying no to heart-shaped chocolates and instead indulging in true romance at The Verhaegen – a former royal residence and secret patch of idyll in the bustling centre of Ghent, Belgium. Just steps from St Michael’s bridge and the historical centre, the house blends deceptively well into the surrounding area. ButContinue reading “The Verhaegen, Ghent”
AquaViva Collection, San Juan del Sur
We’ll never turn down the chance to spend a night in an opulent 5* hotel bed, but occasionally a property comes along that offers so much more than just standard creature comforts. AquaViva Collection in San Juan del Sur – a surfing town on Nicaragua’s Pacific coast, some 2.5h south of Managua – is aContinue reading “AquaViva Collection, San Juan del Sur”