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Hyatt Regency Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan offers upscale accommodations and great hospitality in the heart of the capital city. The hotel

LUX* Grand Gaube in Mauritius is a tropical paradise offering luxury accommodations with stunning ocean views. The resort features beautifully

The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa, Mauritius offers a luxurious escape with stunning views of the Indian Ocean. The

The Mira Hong Kong epitomizes contemporary elegance in the vibrant city. Boasting sleek, sophisticated design and cutting-edge technology, it offers

Indulge in luxury at Hôtel La Villa, Calvi. This 5-star resort boasts stylish rooms, private pool villas, and fine dining.

Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers is a modern business hotel near Copenhagen’s Bella Center convention centre. It offers spacious, eco-friendly rooms

The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya redefines luxury on the Israeli coast. This beachfront resort boasts stunning Mediterranean views from all 197 rooms

The St. Regis Istanbul offers a luxurious stay in Nisantasi, Istanbul’s vibrant district. Guests can expect signature 24-hour butler service

Soaring over Copenhagen, AC Hotel Bella Sky Copenhagen offers a Scandinavian design experience. This 4-star giant boasts unique, light-filled rooms

Constance Lemuria, a luxurious resort on Praslin Island in the Seychelles, offers an exclusive escape with stunning beaches, including Anse

Archive article. Things might have changed there. Tintswalo Atlantic, located at the base of Chapman’s Peak in Cape Town, offers

Romney Park All Suite Hotel & Spa is a luxurious retreat in Cape Town, offering elegant suites with stunning views.

One of the best places you can book on Airbnb is the Seychelles, as of 2017, in my opinion. Elite

Hotel Verde Cape Town International Airport is an eco-friendly hotel offering convenience and sustainability. Located just a short walk from

Le Repaire is a charming boutique hotel on La Digue island in Seychelles. Nestled near a pristine beach, it offers

Location: Beau Vallon, Seychelles. The H Resort Beau Vallon Beach in Seychelles offers a luxurious escape with stunning beachfront views, elegant

O on Kloof Boutique Hotel offers a luxurious retreat in Cape Town, South Africa, boasting elegant rooms with stunning views

Raffles Seychelles is a special resort located on Praslin Island, the second largest island of the Seychelles archipelago. Renowned for

Article based on 2016-stay. This hotel might no longer operate. Sofitel Malabo President Palace is a luxury hotel in Malabo,

Introduction: Epic Sana Luanda Hotel is a premier luxury hotel located in the heart of Luanda, Angola. It offers 238

Stay in the past. This hotel might no longer operate. Introduction: The InterContinental Nairobi was located at City Hall Way

IndiGo is known for its budget-friendly fares and extensive domestic and international network. Renowned for punctuality and efficient service, it

Air Arabia is a leading low-cost airline based in Sharjah, UAE. It is in my opinion similar to flying Easyjet

Comwell Kongebrogaarden is a 5-star waterfront hotel in Middelfart on the island of Funen in Denmark. With beautiful surroundings, elegant

Dolphin Hellas, founded in 1970, is a well-established Greek travel agency based in Athens. They specialize in crafting experiences for

Introduction: Soneva Kiri is a luxury resort in Koh Kood, Thailand, known for its stunning villas, eco-friendly design, and exceptional

Air Namibia, once Namibia’s national pride, ceased operations in February 2021. Founded in 1946, it served as the country’s flag

Tradewind Aviation is a US airline that offers private charter and scheduled shuttle services. Founded in 2001, it operates primarily

Loganair, established in 1962, is a Scottish regional airline known as “Scotland’s Airline.” Based at Glasgow Airport, it operates a

WestJet, founded in 1994, is Canada’s second-largest airline. It started as a budget-friendly alternative, offering flights across Canada. Today, they

Turkmenistan Airlines, the national carrier of Turkmenistan, was established in 1992. Headquartered in Ashgabat, it operates from its primary hub

Virgin Atlantic, founded by Sir Richard Branson in 1984, is a prominent British airline known for its innovative services and

InterCaribbean Airways is a major Caribbean airline founded in 1991. InterCaribbean Airways flies to over 27 cities across the Caribbean,

Norwegian, Scandinavia’s second-biggest airline, offers budget-friendly fares on a large network. With Oslo Airport as their hub, they fly to

Astra Airlines was a Greek regional airline that sadly ceased operations in November 2019. Founded in 2008, they served 37

Go First, formerly GoAir was a prominent Indian low-cost airline founded in 2005. Known for affordable fares, they operated an

Fly-SAX, also known as East African Safari Air Express, is a Kenyan airline established in 2010. Operating primarily out of

Air Madagascar, the national airline of Madagascar, was founded in 1961. It operates from its main hub at Ivato International

Air Austral is a French airline based in Réunion, an island in the Indian Ocean. Established in 1974, it operates

BMI Regional, established in 1987 as Business Air, was a British airline headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland. It operated short-haul flights

Fly540, founded in 2006, is a low-cost airline headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. It serves domestic and regional destinations across East

How to Improve Your Hotel is a 10,000+ word ebook with many tips and tricks for improving a hotel experience.

Air Berlin was Germany’s second-largest airline, founded in 1978. It operated flights to various domestic and international destinations, gaining popularity

Nature Air, headquartered in San José, Costa Rica, was a regional airline known for its commitment to environmental sustainability. Founded

Marsland Aviation was a Sudanese airline established in 2001, headquartered in Khartoum. It operated domestic and regional flights, primarily serving

Air Norway was a regional airline based in Norway, primarily operating from Ørland Airport. Founded in 2003, the airline focused

Vueling Airlines, founded in 2004, is a Spanish low-cost carrier headquartered in El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona. It operates over

When I travelled to Belize, I didn’t find a whole lot of tour operators for transfers. Belize Blue Morpho transfers

Freedom Air Guam was a small airline based in the American territory of Guam in The Pacific Ocean. It was

Introduction: The Fairmont Southampton is one of only a handful of luxury resorts on the Atlantic island of Bermuda. With

Introduction: W is Starwood’s lifestyle brand, and after nearly 20 experiences with the brand, I am familiar with it. Ultra-contemporary

Introduction: Parrot Cay is a private island resort located in the Turks & Caicos Islands in the Caribbean. The feeling

Visiting all countries and territories in the world includes visits to little known places. Saint-Pierre and Miquelon is one of

Introduction Le Relais Bernard Loiseau is a prestigious hotel and gourmet restaurant located in the picturesque village of Saulieu, in

Introduction Broholm Castle is a historic castle located on the island of Funen in Denmark. Dating back to the 12th

Amari Havodda Maldives is a luxurious island resort located in the pristine Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll. The resort features elegantly designed

Introduction: The Parkwood is a relaxed boutique hotel combining elements of contemporary style with classic comfort. Luxurious, private and secure accommodation

Goldene Rose Hotel is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and is located in the village of

Panoramic Lotsch is a beautifully designed lodge with epic views located in the idyllic Sarntal Valley. This hotel has a

Archive article. Palazzo Manfredi is a new member of Relais & Châteaux centrally located in Rome in a beautiful 17th-century

Archive article. CM Airlines is a domestic airline in Honduras. Their routes include Puerto Lempira, Tegucigalpa’s, Toncontín International Airport, San

Introduction: Treat yourself to refined luxury at the JW Marriott Hotel Absheron Baku. As the only JW Marriott in Azerbaijan,

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is a stunning 5-star resort in the Maldives with high-quality accommodation and service. My Arrival Experience: Warm

Archive article. Updates at the end of the article.  Regency Hotel Florence is a partner property to Lord Byron in

Archive article. Set just outside the laid-back town of Santa Maria, Hotel Meliá Tortuga offers a polished base for exploring

Archive article. Mandarin Oriental, Prague is one of those places that reminds you why the Mandarin Oriental name still carries

Archive article. Hotel Kämp isn’t just another luxury address—it feels like a truly great city hotel with high standards located

Sheen Falls Lodge is one of the larger Relais & Châteaux properties and is located in the beautiful town of

Hyatt Regency Mainz is a centrally located hotel in Mainz, a beautiful and historic city in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate,

Hotel Koldingfjord is a 132-room 4-star hotel located just outside the city centre of Kolding, the 7th biggest city in

Location: Ushuaia, Argentina. Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World and is

Location: Gram, Sønderjylland, Denmark. In 2007, Sanne and Svend Brodersen bought Gram Castle, after it had been empty for 25

Indigo is IHG’s upscale boutique brand. Hotel Indigo Helsinki – Boulevard is a lovely hotel with excellent reviews in Finland’s

The famous Hotel D’Angleterre in Copenhagen was one of my first 5-star hotel experiences and one of the reasons I

21 Nettleton is a new small 4-room boutique hotel located in the Clifton area of Cape Town with extraordinary views.

I have stayed at more than 100 luxury resorts in Asia, and although almost all are lovely, the disappointing part

Previously an MGallery by Accor hotel, Auberge de la Vieille Tour is one of the best places to stay in

Location: Barnsley, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 5EE. Barnsley House is a beautiful English country hotel with a lovely garden, charming rooms,

St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas, overlooking Mirabello Bay, is a beautiful Cretan seafront resort with suites and villas.

Fun Island is a 3-star private island resort in the Maldives I visited for a site inspection some years ago.

Petasos Beach Resort & Spa is a 93-room hotel in Mykonos on a private peninsula surrounded by the Aegean and

Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort is a 255-room resort set on the shores of the Andaman Sea. My experience started

In 2017 I visited the Falkland Islands as part of my cruise with Silversea. I had a great time in

Below is my experience based on a seven-night stay at the property. My third visit to the island. What I

Palm Beach Island Resort & Spa is a 137-room resort on a stunning Maldivian island in the Indian Ocean. My

The White Horse Residence is a small 8-room (“seven exclusive king size bedrooms and one family suite with two bedrooms”)

Created from an 1834 monastery, Convento do Espinheiro is a historic 92-room hotel near the UNESCO World Heritage Site town

In 2017 I visited South Georgia Island in the Atlantic Ocean as part of my Cape to Cape cruise with

Location: Near Hadsten close to Randers, Denmark. Duration of Stay/Visit: Around 90 minutes. My Opinion: Liked the main building and

STAY Seaport is an apartment hotel in Nordhavn, Copenhagen with 53 spacious high-quality apartments. After approximately 10 10-minute walk from

This is the first article I did about Steel House Copenhagen, you can see the second one here. I have

Ogasawara is a Japanese territory in the Pacific. This island has approximately 2,300 inhabitants. About 3,000 live on the territory

Carmo’s Boutique Hotel is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World located in Northern Portugal and with a

Ibis is Accor’s budget brand with more than 1,000 hotels in 60+ countries as of the end of 2018. I

InterContinental is IHG’s top brand, and most of their hotels are up to a high standard. One of them is

Archive article. Later, Babylonstoren expanded to 35 guest units in total. Babylonstoren received a great deal of attention not long

Location: Lombardy, Italy. L’Albereta is a member of Relais & Châteaux, but with 57 rooms, it is a lot bigger than

Location: Sylt, Germany.  My Experience: Landhaus Stricker is a Relais & Châteaux-associated hotel located just outside the main town on the

Landgoed De Wilmersberg is a Dutch country hotel located in beautiful surroundings near the German/Dutch border. My experience started with

Columbia Beach Resort is a 95-room resort located right on Pissouri Bay Beach, approximately 30 minutes by car from Limassol.

Duin & Kruidberg is an estate of more than 100 years of age with a Michelin-starred restaurant as the main

Hotel Huize Koningsbosch is a great value hotel located approximately 27 kilometres from Amsterdam. If you are travelling alone, this

Terceira is a beautiful island in the Azores in the Atlantic Ocean. It has stunning nature, a UNESCO World Heritage

Ibis Fortaleza Centro De Eventos is a comfortable 165-room hotel in Brazil’s fifth biggest city, Fortaleza. The hotel has a

In late 2011, I had the pleasure of experiencing Kasteel Engelenburg for a night. More than six years later I