by Lewis | Jun 22, 2026 | England, Hotel Reviews
There are hotels that simply provide a place to sleep, and then there are hotels that become part of the destination itself. Southampton’s Harbour Hotel firmly belongs in the latter category. Rising above Ocean Village Marina, its distinctive superyacht-inspired...
by Lewis | Jun 21, 2026 | Spain
Some cities impress you once. Barcelona has a habit of drawing you back. I’ve visited many times over the years and every trip uncovers something new. One day you’re admiring Gaudí’s architectural genius, the next you’re sitting with a glass of Spanish wine in a quiet...
by Lewis | Jun 20, 2026 | Destination Guides, USA
Ah, New York City! My absolute favourite city in the world, especially at Christmas time! There’s something so magical about the Big Apple when it’s decorated for Christmas, and I couldn’t resist a little Christmas adventure. So, grab a cup of hot chocolate (you’ll...
by Lewis | Jun 20, 2026 | Hotel Reviews, Travel Reflections
After more than a hundred countries and what must now be thousands of hotel stays, people often ask me what makes a great hotel. The truth is, it is rarely the marble lobby, the rooftop pool or the thread count of the sheets. Those things certainly help. What...
by Lewis | Jun 20, 2026 | Hotel Reviews, USA
New York is a city that rarely pauses. The traffic never seems to stop. The lights never truly dim. The energy remains constant. Perhaps that’s why finding a hotel capable of creating calm amidst the chaos feels so remarkable. For me, that hotel was The Knickerbocker....
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