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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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5 Amsterdam Daytrips – unique itineraries for the stylish traveller

Amsterdam is one of our favourite European cities; the more we go back, the more we discover of this upscale, cultural destinations. What’s more, the Netherlands boasts a ...
On November 8, 2017 / By Andrew Forbes
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River Cruise on the Vecht, Amsterdam

Her name was Scorpio, and she was to take us on a memorable journey along part of one of the Netherlands most charming rivers, the Vecht. For an ...
On October 28, 2017 / By Andrew Forbes
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The emblematic Amsterdam Hilton

Luxury hotel rooms have often been at the centre of some extraordinary stories; from Claude Monet’s inspirational stay at the London Savoy; to famous bad-boy behaviour like Johnny ...
On October 27, 2017 / By Andrew Forbes
Restaurants 0
Meet me at the clock, Waldorf Astoria…and let’s eat at Goldfinch Brasserie, Amsterdam

The Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam is more than worthy of its hotel pedigree. Six grand canalside houses from the city’s Golden Age are home to this exclusive, 5-star hotel. ...
On October 27, 2017 / By Andrew Forbes
Austria 0
Alpine charm meets contemporary sparkle at the ultra-luxury Chalet N, Oberlech

Exclusivity in the Alps has been taken to dizzying new heights with the exceptional accommodation and services offered by Chalet N Oberlech, as discovered Andrew Forbes. Available for ...
On October 24, 2017 / By Andrew Forbes
Hotel Reviews 0
Pillows Anna van den Vondel Hotel; the stylish, yet homey place to lay your head in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is booming; and accommodation options for business and leisure travellers are getting ever more varied. Earlier this year, the boutique Pillows Anna van den Vondel Hotel opened ...
On October 21, 2017 / By Andrew Forbes
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Oostvaardersplassen – a safari through Amsterdam’s wilderness park

When visiting the cultural and style capital of the Netherlands, one doesn’t immediately think of wild nature; of wetland birds; boxing bucks; or sparring konik ponies. Yet take ...
On October 18, 2017 / By Andrew Forbes
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Guide to Barcelona – 5 things you just can’t miss!

Following our recent trip to the OD Barcelona Hotel, here’s our top 5 unmissable experiences in the Catalan capital. Enjoy Barcelona from an insiders’ perspective thanks to the ...
On October 10, 2017 / By Andrew Forbes
Food & Drink 0
Nobu Marbella – ‘New Style’ Japanese fusion cuisine in a chic Mediterranean setting

Nobuyuki Matsuhisa is undoubtedly the world’s most famous master chef of New Style Japanese cuisine, based on Nikkei fusion gastronomy; and now his innovative dishes, presented in exclusive, ...
On October 9, 2017 / By Andrew Forbes
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Naarden – discover the hidden Netherlands

Tulips, clogs and windmills – some of the clichéd notions of Holland are never far from our thoughts when planning a trip to the Netherlands. Yet for something ...
On October 8, 2017 / By Andrew Forbes