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Hotels or Villas? Making the Right Choice for Your Portugal Holiday

Year after year, Portugal’s timeless appeal brings holidaymakers back. The country recorded 32.5 million guests and 82 million overnight stays in 2025 alone. With so many travellers choosing pastes de Nata and evening strolls down Praia da Marinha, choosing your accommodation deserves more thought than simply comparing prices.

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Looking for the perfect hotel for a special occasion or trip away with friends? Or maybe you are after something more unique, a tree house or luxury stay with rooftop pool - read on for the best places to stay

Khao Sok National Park Thailand Itineraries

How Many Days Do You Need in Khao Sok? 2, 3 and 4 Day Itineraries

An excursion into the rainforest in Southern Thailand will be more enjoyable if you take sufficient time for it as it is quite different from any other short break in Thailand. Khao Sok includes a rainforest, karst cliffs, rivers, caves, and the huge Cheow Lan Lake all within the same area. Two days will enable you to see the main attractions, while three to four days give you more time to...

Your Guide to a Perfect Self-Catering Getaway

A self-catering getaway is pretty special. It gives you this awesome mix of freedom and comfort, letting you craft a holiday that's totally yours . Instead of a hotel, it feels like a home away from home, with your own space, a kitchen, and the flexibility to do things on your own schedule. Whether you're planning a family trip, a romantic escape, or an adventure with friends, this guide will...

Small house, big getaway: How Europe's tiny houses are quietly redefining the holiday

From crowded resorts to a cabin in the woods

The slow drift away from the standard European holiday has been going on for some time, but it has accelerated since the pandemic. Sold-out beach resorts, queues at airport security, hotel breakfasts shared with three coach parties – none of it feels quite as restful as the brochure promised. Many British travellers are quietly opting out, looking...

Surrendering to the Seductive Allure of Sicily

Sigmund Freud once described Sicily as the “loveliest region of Italy, a stunning orgy of colours, scents, and lights.” How could anyone disagree? There’s an irresistible allure about Sicily that seduces you completely and never releases its hold.

Perhaps it’s the immense majesty of snow-capped Mount Etna. Perhaps the dazzling beaches along its sun-dappled coastline. Perhaps the...

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Uga Ghiri to Open in Ella, Sri Lanka in June 2026

New 15-Villa All-Inclusive Property from the Boutique Sri Lankan Hotel Group to Open in Ella

Uga Resorts , the boutique Sri Lankan hotel group renowned for its world-class hospitality, is delighted to announce the upcoming opening of its eighth property, Uga Ghiri, in Sri Lanka's central highlands region in June 2026.

Nestled within the grounds of Ella's historic Sutherland Estate,...

Exploring Kosher Villas: Comfort, Privacy, and Tradition Combined

When it comes to traveling, finding the right place to stay can make all the difference. For those seeking comfort, privacy, and a deep connection to tradition, kosher villas offer a unique accommodation option that combines all these elements. Whether you're planning a vacation with family or seeking a serene getaway, renting a kosher mansion offers an experience that aligns with both...

How Winter in the Algarve Offers More Than Just Sunshine…

The typical British tourist's mental image of the Algarve likely features scorching summer heat, packed beaches and bustling resort towns. Yet those who visit between November and March discover a completely different Portuguese experience – one that many locals consider the region's true charm. While summer brings crowds and premium prices, winter reveals an authentic side of Portugal's...

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Can Luxury Be Sustainable? Barbados Is Redefining Paradise with Purpose

Two words that, decades ago, appeared to belong to different worlds: luxury and sustainability. One spoke of wantonness and waste, the other of discipline and care. But in Barbados a silent revolution is demonstrating that these ideas do not just belong together, but need one another.

Our private Caribbean jewel, long fancied with its sand golden and horizons of blue, is redefining...

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Save Our Seagrass! Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives, Expands Latest Seagrass Conservation Initiatives

Gili Lankanfushi , the pioneer of sustainable, barefoot luxury in the Maldives, is proud to share details of the island’s seagrass preservation initiative. These efforts to protect the ‘lungs of the sea’ are an integral part of Gili’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and conservation and were recently recognised at the Maldives’ prestigious Seagrass Industry Leaders Circle launch event,...

Purple Ski Presents Brand New Chalet Cervinia, Val d’Isère, for 2025/26 Ski Season

Purple Ski , the premier luxury chalet operator offering exceptional properties across the French Alps, is delighted to reveal the latest addition to its portfolio, Chalet Cervinia , Val d’Isère. The brand-new build, which sleeps up to 13 in six bedrooms, will be available for stays from December 2025.

Chalet Cervinia is the latest masterpiece from owners Etienne and Jeanne Roesch...

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