With the holiday season upon us, I thought it would be a good time to start sharing some of my favourite hotels and travel stays. Beautiful interiors have always been high on my list when choosing where to stay, but since getting back into horse riding after a very long break, I’ve also found myself seeking out hotels where I…
There’s something quietly surprising about Windjammer Landing. Set on the northwest coast of St Lucia, this hillside resort feels unlike anywhere else in the Caribbean. That’s probably why I ended up booking it. The whitewashed villas and Mediterranean-inspired architecture (an aesthetic I’ve always loved) give it a distinctly Mediterranean feel, softened by Caribbean charm and an easy, laid-back atmosphere. Here’s…
I can’t help feeling a little nostalgic as I write this. Just a few weeks ago, I was wrapped in a world that felt like another era. Well, not quite — but I could easily imagine what life must have been like inside Ireland’s grandest hotel, Ballyfin Demesne. What I loved most about my stay wasn’t just the magnificent interiors…
Airports can be stressful, especially when returning from a holiday. I’m just not a fan of return flights, with all the rushing around and post-holiday blues. That was until I found the ultimate airport hotel for design lovers. Trust me — you’ll want to miss your flight for this Helsinki airport hotel! A good friend recommended the Clarion Hotel Helsinki…
As you may know, I love a beach holiday. Despite being born in a cold country, I’m convinced that I was born somewhere hot in a previous life. Anyway, last month, we headed to Sardinia in Italy for our family holiday. I was expecting glorious weather and delicious food, but I had no idea just how fabulous our suite (Suite Incanto)…
