Andrew Forbes, Author at

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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Amsterdam 3
Hotel De L’Europe, Amsterdam, Netherlands – Review

We’re back from a short sojourn in the Dutch capital. TLE loves Amsterdam, its buzzing, creative vibe; the romantic historic canal district; the fab shops and eccentric boutiques; ...
On September 16, 2015 / By Andrew Forbes
Africa 0
Ryan’s Kitchen, Franschhoek, South Africa – Review

South Africa’s Western Cape, home to the cultural metropolis of Cape Town and the chichi, elegant Cape Winelands is undoubtedly one of the world’s great foodie destinations. For ...
On August 28, 2015 / By Andrew Forbes
Africa 2
Majeka House, South Africa – Review

TLE started its recent South African adventure in the country’s Cape Winelands. Here, about an hour’s drive east of Cape Town, one finds stunning scenery of dramatic mountains, ...
On August 14, 2015 / By Andrew Forbes
Hotel Reviews 4
Sant Francesc Hotel Singular, Palma de Mallorca – Review

It’s no secret that TLE loves Palma; and we’ve found another great place to stay – the chic and elegant Sant Francesc Hotel Singular. Read on to find out ...
On August 12, 2015 / By Andrew Forbes
Europe 1
Kókkini Porta Rossa, Rhodes, Greece – Review

Every now and then TLE finds a hotel that is so special that it changes the perception of a destination. That was certainly the case when I discovered ...
On August 11, 2015 / By Andrew Forbes
Hotel Reviews 0
Boutique St. Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey – Review

During our recent adventure in the mega-metropolis of Istanbul, TLE checked-in at the Boutique St. Sophia. This is a 26 room property in the heart of the historic ...
On August 10, 2015 / By Andrew Forbes
Europe 1
Melenos Lindos Hotel, Greece – Review

There’s something undeniably magical about spending a summer break in the Greek Islands and TLE has found a one-of-a-kind hotel; a unique, tranquil place on the island of ...
On August 10, 2015 / By Andrew Forbes
Food & Drink 1
Hotel 10 Karakoy Review

Istanbul is one of the world’s great mega-cities, and TLE discovered that if you want to get the inside track on this vibrant metropolis then stay in the ...
On July 20, 2015 / By Andrew Forbes
Europe 0
Pallas Athena Hotel, Athens, Greece – Review

Visiting Athens is a refreshing experience. It’s an uncontrived capital city, with a genuine urban energy, with vibrant, distinctive neighbourhoods. It’s a city that is proudly celebrating the ...
On June 8, 2015 / By Andrew Forbes
Europe 0
D-Resort Gocek, Göcek, Turkey – Review

To experience Turkey’s Turquoise coast is to enjoy the hidden Mediterranean, a predominantly unspoilt, rugged coastline covered in pine trees with secluded coves and postcard-perfect sandy bays. It’s ...
On June 2, 2015 / By Andrew Forbes