Explore Shakespeare’s Country

A tour of the UK is not complete unless you spend a few days in Shakespeare country and nearby attractions. This Midlands area and its surroundings are a fascinating blend of history and myth, industry and culture. Naturally I loved Stratford-upon-Avon, the historic market town and birthplace of the world’s greatest playwright, William Shakespeare. After doing some extensive tours of Shakespeare’s birthplace and indulging in plays both at the Royal Shakespeare theatre and outdoor performances in the park, I chose to stay for a few days at the Macdonald Ansty Hall. Macdonald Ansty Hall is without doubt one of the finest 4-star … Continue reading Explore Shakespeare’s Country

A dose of Culture ME London

London has always been a great city break destination for shopping, culture, sightseeing and so much more but finding a strategic place to stay for both work and play is not easy. My second home in the city is the ME London, a design-led, lifestyle hotel located at the centre of the capital’s diverse art and culture district and the Melia Whitehouse, an iconic London hotel that is walking distance to some of the city’s main attractions. The ME London is situated in Marconi House, the original London home of BBC radio.  The property has rooms with sumptuous bedding, bathrooms … Continue reading A dose of Culture ME London

Hotel Cafe Royal

Hotel Café Royal is always one of the best places to stop at when in London. This summer, the property launches an exclusive pop-up in collaboration with London’s most famed department store, Harrods. The Pompadour Ballroom, a beautifully restored room in the gilded style of Louis XVI, will be transformed into an extension of the Mezzah Lounge at Harrods. Inspired by the food and culture of the Middle East, this sensational space opens as the Diwania Lounge for the summer in London. Reminiscent of French palaces belonging to the most prestigious royal families, this beautiful all-day lounge is adorned with … Continue reading Hotel Cafe Royal

Beautiful Belek – Turkey’s hidden gem

Last month I ventured into Turkey and for a change, it was not to Istanbul or a city where I would take a bus or ferry to. It was a seamless connecting flight to Antalya. I was in a group and we stayed in Belek which is one of the centres of Turkey’s tourism industry and home to more than thirty four-star and five-star hotel. It is increasingly in the spotlight for being a beautiful resort town on the Turkish Riviera of Antalya, which is well known for its white-sand beaches surrounded by pine forests. Exploring the old downtown area … Continue reading Beautiful Belek – Turkey’s hidden gem

Fun in the Alps

Zermatt is situated far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life at an altitude of 1,600 metres above sea level. My favourite place in Zermatt is the Grand Hotel Zermatterhof. Once you step into the Grand Hotel Zermatterhof, hospitality and luxury takes on a whole new meaning. It is a hotel you want to spend time in, meet with other guests and enjoy a hot chocolate while gazing at the Matterhon. Zermatt, dominated by the Matterhorn is a rare place where everything is in synergy. The historic village has oodles of charm and the high street is lined with luxury … Continue reading Fun in the Alps

A Tranquil Haven Corinthia Hotel London

Corinthia Hotel London is rated amongst London’s finest 5-star luxury hotels. I stayed there a few days and loved the fact that the property combines traditional grandeur with modern freshness and the luxuriously redesigned Victorian destination is ideally located in the heart of London, a short walk from many of the city’s major attractions. The primary reason I selected this property was to experience a day at ESPA Life at the Corinthia, which is a new generation of spa designed for those seeking an exclusive haven dedicated to relaxation, health and fitness. Spread over four floors and covering 3,300 square … Continue reading A Tranquil Haven Corinthia Hotel London

Fortress in the Clouds: Old World Charm of Hotel Waldhaus

The quaint village of Sils is highly recommended with a horse and carriage ride to the mountains, stopping at the charming Waldhaus Sils for tea Having traveled to over 250 towns and cities, I have seen many landscapes and loved … Continue reading Fortress in the Clouds: Old World Charm of Hotel Waldhaus

Affordable Accommodation Premier Inn – Cambridge

When going on road trip for over three weeks, travelers get a chance to try new kinds of accommodation, from five start resorts to hotels, bed and breakfasts, castles and caravans in the UK. A few years ago I tried all types of accommodation but this year, I decided to aim mostly for chain hotels present across the country that provide comfortable and affordable place to rest your head after daily excursions. I particularly enjoyed staying at the premiere Inn in Cambridge after a hectic day of the tour of the University town. The hotel chain is opening new hotels … Continue reading Affordable Accommodation Premier Inn – Cambridge

Egypt Tourist Authority Launches New Campaign

  I love travelling to Egypt and some of my most memorable holidays have been in Assawan, Luxor, Horgada, Sharm Al Sheikh and of course Cairo. My favourite will always be the Nile cruise though. To drive more people to experience the charm of the beautiful, history laden nation, the Egypt Tourism Authority (ETA) has unveiled a new campaign titled “This is Egypt” (#thisisegypt), In a change from previous ETA campaigns, #thisisegypt will be digitally-led, focusing on peer-to-peer advocacy and under-pinned by digital media spend, whilst traditional advertising methods will form a secondary promotional level. Targetting the Arabic traveller from … Continue reading Egypt Tourist Authority Launches New Campaign