To the northwest of Spain, in the Castile and León region, is Salamanca. It’s the capital of the province by the same name and dates back to the 12th century. An ancient university is at its heart, a longstanding intellectual centre that contributes to the city’s multiculturalism. The sandstone buildings and ornate architecture make it one of the country’s most beautiful metropolises – a UNESCO World Heritage site – and a far cry from the built-up resorts of the tourist-heavy…
Chitra Stern, alongside her husband and business partner Roman, are the founders of Martinhal Luxury Family Hotels & Resorts. In this in-depth interview, we learn more about the much-loved and hugely…
The capital of the state of Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart is perhaps best known as the home of auto giants Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. Both brands have their HQs and museums here, making the…
The natural hot springs of this spa town made it a hotspot for fashionable 19th-century visitors seeking to take the salt and radon rich thermal waters. Ensconced in the Black Forest,…
If you’ve been unable to escape to a high-end resort this year, why not create some spa-like pampering at home? A premium shower gel brings a sense of indulgence into the…
Moët & Chandon are opening their largest standalone Champagne Bar in Europe which will be located on the ground floor of Harrods in Knightsbridge, London, and is set to open at…
Bring some hygge into your life, with a luxe scented candle. Not only will a cosy, glowing flame provide an atmospheric centrepiece, but it’s also the ideal gift for that friend…
Côte has been serving popular French cuisine across the UK for 15-years now. But summer 2022 sees the greatest development in dishes yet. It includes an exciting, wider than ever range…
Just north of Lisbon, in the Oeste region, lies Torres Vedras. The small city lies in the shadow of a 13th-century castle, a partly rebuilt ruin, with an old whitewashed church…
Porto’s fast burgeoning fine-dining scene is one of the reasons it’s become so popular as a luxury city break. Many of the destination’s eateries appear in the Michelin Guide and have…