The best local’s travel guide to Shanghai, China

Shanghai is undeniably the most exciting developing city in the world right now. The city pulses with an electric beat created by the influx of investments, international business, design and innovation. Skyscrapers rise above the city’s cultural heritage buildings, new lifestyle hubs thrive next to old market lanes and local shops, and people from all walks of life fill this cosmopolitan city.   There are plenty … Continue reading The best local’s travel guide to Shanghai, China

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NH Collection Maldives Havodda Resort – Best family friendly hotel in Maldives for under £10,000 a week to celebrate Christmas or New Year

Where is it? In paradise. Maldives is located in the middle of nowhere in the Indian Ocean, 600km south of India and 670km southwest of Sri Lanka. It is a collection of 1,190 islands that stretch 822km from north to south and 130km from west to east. That’s equivalent to a straight line from Brighton to Inverness and from Cambridge to Birmingham. 200 of the … Continue reading NH Collection Maldives Havodda Resort – Best family friendly hotel in Maldives for under £10,000 a week to celebrate Christmas or New Year

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A local’s guide to a holiday in Bangkok – 4 day itinerary & travel tips

There are so many different facets to Bangkok that it’s impossible to narrow Thailand’s capital city into one narrow mold. Yes, Bangkok – called affectionately by some as the “Big Mango” – does have its party reputation, put on garish display in movies like The Hangover Part II. But it also has its spiritual side, as illustrated by its many golden temples; its quiet, reflective side, as shown in its … Continue reading A local’s guide to a holiday in Bangkok – 4 day itinerary & travel tips

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Sunstar Hotel Grindelwald – Comprehensive family and dog friendly ski resort in charming Grindelwald, Switzerland

Where is it? Across the road from Grindelwald-First gondola station, one of the two main gondolas in Grindelwald. Grindelwald is a ski and mountain hiking village hub in Switzerland’s Bernese Alps in the Jungfrau region. It has recently been made popular as it was the focal destination in popular Korean drama, Crash Landing On You (netflix.com). Sunstar Hotel is on the east end of the … Continue reading Sunstar Hotel Grindelwald – Comprehensive family and dog friendly ski resort in charming Grindelwald, Switzerland

The Lanesborough – Impeccable family and dog friendly luxury hotel in Central London, England

Where is it? In Belgravia, one of the most affluent neighbourhood in Central London, in between posh Mayfair and glitzy Knightsbridge. A perfect spot to experience the lifestyle of the distinguishably rich in London. It is less than 10 mins walk to Knightsbridge luxury shopping district, home to Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Sloane Street and King’s Road. It is also walking distance to major tourist attractions … Continue reading The Lanesborough – Impeccable family and dog friendly luxury hotel in Central London, England

Gran Hotel Miramar – Family friendly beachfront luxury hotel in Málaga, Spain

Where is it? On the Playa de la Malagueta (main beach in Málaga, closest to city centre) within 10 minute walk to Málaga Old Town, 10 minute walk to Muelle Uno, Málaga’s swanky waterfront promenade and 3 minute walk to the Plaza de Toros La Malagueta (bullring). Although there is a road separating the beach from the hotel, it is easily accessible via multiple side … Continue reading Gran Hotel Miramar – Family friendly beachfront luxury hotel in Málaga, Spain

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Marbella Club – Timelessly charming family beach resort in Marbella, Spain

Where is it? Centre of Marbella. As the venue that put Marbella on to the luxury travel map, the town grew around Marbella Club as its fame grew among the rich and famous globally. Hence, it is no surprise that it is at the centre of Marbella, with luxury shopping and nightlife Puerto Banús marina to the west (4 km) and romantic Old Town to … Continue reading Marbella Club – Timelessly charming family beach resort in Marbella, Spain

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Champneys Mottram Hall Spa & Hotel – Review of Cheshire Suite Room 353

champneys.com/hotels/mottram-hall Ambience Gloomy and dated. In stark contrast to the rest of the hotel, Room 353, Cheshire Suite is not stylish, luxurious nor grand. The sheer curtain windows, poor lighting, tired furnishing, dated electrical appliances and dark furniture made the room dark and soulless. Although spacious, they have managed to create a bottleneck in one of the major thoroughfare in the room. The bed is … Continue reading Champneys Mottram Hall Spa & Hotel – Review of Cheshire Suite Room 353

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Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa – Watersport haven on Lake Windermere in Lake District, England

The hotel’s history started in 1952 when it was purchased by Norman Buckley MBE, a man who broke the World Water Speed Record multiple times in Lake Windermere between 1951 to 1972. It became the first hotel on Lake Windermere and is still run by the extended family today. It has been extensively expanded over the decades with the addition of a watersports centre, spa, … Continue reading Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa – Watersport haven on Lake Windermere in Lake District, England

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The Slaughters Country Inn – Authentic village charm in Cotswold, England

This understated inn were originally farm-worker cottages as well as a horse stable in the 15th century. The lobby, dining hall, lounge and bar are in the main building while most of the rooms are in the two standalone blocks, sitting in 4 acres of relaxing greenery. The Slaughters Country Inn was awarded the Traveller’s Choice Award by TripAdvisor in 2020. Where is it? In … Continue reading The Slaughters Country Inn – Authentic village charm in Cotswold, England