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Andrew Forbes

Andrew is a Marketing Communications consultant, working within the travel & lifestyle sectors: his track record in PR, marketing and branding spans over 25 years. He writes regularly on international travel, lifestyle and luxury – with a particular passion for the Mediterranean and the Americas. Originally from the UK, Andrew Forbes has lived in the US and France but now calls southern Spain his home, where he is Travel Editor for Spain’s leading English language newspaper. For Andrew, luxury is many things; most importantly genuine hospitality, authenticity and thoughtful service. Web: www.andrewforbes.com Twitter & Instagram: @andrewaforbes

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Experiencing Gibraltar, from the decks of Sunborn Gibraltar, the 5-Star Yacht Hotel & Casino Resort

Recently I visited Gibraltar, gaining a fascinating insight into this historic slice of Britain in the sun. My home-from-home was the luxury Yacht Hotel, Sunborn Gibraltar, writes Andrew ...
On August 1, 2019 / By Andrew Forbes
Hotel Reviews 0
Discovering Cordoba, with Hotel NH Collection Amistad Córdoba

Beyond Southern Spain’s Atlantic and Mediterranean beaches is an interior abundant not only in natural beauty, but rich in cultural heritage. Cordoba, one Andalucía’s eight regional capitals, is ...
On July 31, 2019 / By Andrew Forbes
Food & Drink 0
Atrio Restaurante Hotel, Caceres – one of Spain’s finest gastronomic destinations

A 2-star Michelin restaurant; one of the greatest private wine collections in Spain; striking architecture; a World Heritage location – those are the exceptional ingredients to an outstanding ...
On July 24, 2019 / By Andrew Forbes
Hotel Reviews 0
Discovering Caceres, a spectacular medieval city in the hidden Spain, with NH Collection Hotels

Cáceres, a regional capital in the Extremadura, is one of Spain’s most remarkable medieval cities. In search of the hidden Spain, Andrew Forbes discovers this ancient monumental city, ...
On July 16, 2019 / By Andrew Forbes
Food & Drink 0
An exceptional Spanish food, wine & wellness retreat at Abadía Retuerta

Beyond the vibrant Costas, the interior of Spain offers a quieter pace of life. Andrew Forbes takes a scenic drive north of Madrid and discovers Abadía Retuerta, an ...
On July 12, 2019 / By Andrew Forbes
Europe 0
Get into the Summer State of Mind at Spiler Beach Club, Kempinski Hotel Bahia

Andalucia is blessed with Europe’s best climate – and that means more sunshine and warmth than anywhere else on the continent. So little wonder that beach clubs are ...
On July 6, 2019 / By Andrew Forbes
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The exclusive Finca Cortesin lifestyle – come home to it everyday

Finca Cortesin, the upscale hotel, spa and golf resort on Andalucía’s Costa del Sol is one of my favourite properties in Spain, writes Andrew Forbes. Last week I ...
On July 4, 2019 / By Andrew Forbes
Food & Drink 0
Hayaca – the stylish summer pop-up beach restaurant at Amare Hotels, Spain

One of the great pleasures of a Mediterranean summer is eating out alfresco. At Amàre Beach Hotel Marbella, the adults-only, contemporary urban beach and spa resort, dining is ...
On July 3, 2019 / By Andrew Forbes
Hotel Reviews 0
From Russia with love – boutique style at Hotel Domina St. Petersburg

Confident, contemporary Italian design has transformed this classic riverside imperial mansion into Domina St. Petersburg, a unique boutique hotel in this sophisticated Russian city, writes Andrew Forbes. Overview ...
On July 1, 2019 / By Andrew Forbes
Hotel Spotlight 0
10 Reasons to Stay at Glòria de Sant Jaume Hotel, Palma de Mallorca

Glòria de Sant Jaume joined Palma’s upscale 5-star hotel scene without much fanfare – in keeping with the property’s ethos of discreet, understated luxury. This chic and sophisticated ...
On May 20, 2019 / By Andrew Forbes