After nearly a month in South Africa, we wanted to end our holiday somewhere very special, so for our final weekend in mid- January, we booked into the Grande Roche Hotel in Paarl. This beautiful hotel stands at the foot of the Paarl Rock, overlooking vineyards and mountains.


A hidden gem in Madeira: Estalagem da Ponta do Sol
For our holiday this year we decided to try Madeira, especially as it is known for its sunny climate. When researching Madeira, I found that it’s made up of four islands just off the coast of Africa, with lovely beaches, high cliffs, and lots to see!

A touch of luxury in Funchal, Madeira: Hotel Quinta Jardins do Lago
Madeira is a gorgeous Portuguese archipelago of four islands situated off the north-west coast of Africa. We had long wanted to visit it, as friends had spoken off its subtropical climate.

The best view over Nairobi – Trademark
Nairobi was somewhere I was looking forward to seeing on our African tour. Its name conjures images of safari animals, vast national parks and vibrant colour in fabrics, art work and local culture. We wanted to really feel the heartbeat of the city and choice the Trademark Hotel for accommodation…

Probably the best hotel in Kenya
Have you ever visited a new place and felt ‘wow’ about it? For me, it happened at Watamu, situated on the Kenyan coast. It is a hidden paradise with fine white sand beaches, perfect water temperatures and swaying palm trees. I did not expect any of this in Kenya and I am honestly blown away by Watamu..

Ellerman House Hotel – for the best sunset in Cape Town and more!
Ellerman House Hotel is one of the finest boutique hotels in South Africa. It is situated in a beautiful Edwardian mansion perched on the cliff side of the ‘Lion’s Head’ in Bantry Bay. The hotel enjoys spectacular views of the bay and the Atlantic Ocean beyond – as far as the horizon..

Enjoy sheer luxury in Capetown
Last year the COVID-19 pandemic brought travel to a standstill, but with careful planning and total confidence in your hotel, those with wanderlust are still travelling…

Making modern, classic and luxury work together in harmony
I popped into Bergen few week ago for a 48-hour trip and checking to the Opus XVI felt like arriving into a home…

Cutting-edge hotel in Oslo: The Thief
Exciting, cutting-edge, quirky, relaxing and luxurious. These are all words I would use to describe my exceptional stay at The Thief Hotel in Oslo!

A bewitching retreat in Porto Vecchio – Villa Cala Rosa
There is nothing quite as exhilarating as enjoying a holiday close to the water. So, when the opportunity arose to go on a holiday, I had no hesitation in choosing Villa Cala Rosa in Corsica.