Europe and Middle East

Exclusive guide to the best holiday destinations in Europe and Middle East. independent reviews from award-winning travel writers

Beautiful Bodysgallen Hall, Llandudno

16/01/2019 by .

Sandymount Hotel. Discover Heaven in Leafy Dublin 

24/12/2018 by .

Hotel Rasmushof. Kitzbühel’s Family Run Luxury Jewel.

20/12/2018 by .

Hartwell House Hotel, Aylesbury

20/11/2018 by .
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The drive up to the lodge gate at Hartwell House is impressive. No less because Dave, the lodge-keeper, pops his head up seemingly from nowhere. “You must be Mr Mossack. Welcome to Hartwell House. Please drive around to your right where Martin, our porter, will meet you.”

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Lyrath Estate. Kilkenny’s beautiful luxury country retreat.

22/10/2018 by .

St. James’ Court London Taj. Discover luxury in Victorian splendour.

12/10/2018 by .

Hotel Le Pigalle, Paris

30/09/2018 by .
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Not so long ago Pigalle was considered the seedier side of Paris, a magnet for sex shops and low-rent hostelries, thanks to the topless cabarets which made it the apotheosis of city nightlife more than a century ago.  

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Hotel du Vin. A classy touch of French in Edinburgh.

25/09/2018 by .
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It’s the Edinburgh Festival and we could hardly be in a better position for the fringe fun. Hotel du Vin & Bistro is near bustling Bristo Square, but a peaceful distance from the hoards in a historic building that’s accessed through a characterful courtyard complete with a cute Cigar Bothy.

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Jumeirah Hotel, Frankfurt

11/09/2018 by .
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There’s no doubt that Frankfurt as an Alpha City – that’s a geographical classification of power and influence, not just poetic licence – is a vertical city that soars upwards with lofty aspirations.

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Dunbrody House Hotel. Old style hospitality in beautiful Wexford.

06/09/2018 by .