A grand hotel my name, yet by nature, the Kameha Grand Zurich is a uniquely contemporary creation. It’s a leisure and conference property, located between the airport and the city centre of this Swiss financial capital, where guests are promised an inspiring stay. In my experience one should expect the unexpected; from striking design; world-class […]
Adjacent to the wild beauty of Fuerteventura’s Corralejo Natural Park, overlooking a shimmering Atlantic bay, and the protected Lobos island, is the 5-star Secrets Bahía Real Resort & Spa (formally the Garn Hotel Atlantis Bahia Real). It’s a foodie spa resort, that’s designed to offer couples and families with everything one might need for a […]
The Ardanaiseig Hotel is located on the beautiful banks of Loch Awe and is 21 miles from the ruined Kilchurn Castle and 22 miles from Ben Cruachan. It was built in 1834 with a colourful history and is now owned by Bennie Gray who bought the property in 1995. The drive from Edinburgh took approx. […]
The Glasgow Grand Central Hotel is an award-winning city icon and a building with great heritage and character. Part of the historic Glasgow Central railway station this hotel is perfectly located for guests to immerse themselves in the hub and buzz of the city. Not only does the property make for a perfect city break base but […]
Saar Zafrir is an Amsterdam-based designer, investor and developer of hospitality projects throughout Europe. Following a successful career of over a decade in the capital markets sector, Zafrir switched gears and followed his passion of design and hospitality development. An Interior designer by heart, Zafrir manages projects from A to Z from concept to design […]
This chic island resort has two 17th-century stone manor houses at its heart, blending effortlessly into its rural location, overlooking the delightful village of Deià, sheltered by the Tramuntana mountains. Part of the global Belmond group, this luxury boutique property has a strong sense of place; celebrating its Mallorcan heritage and provenance – writes Andrew […]
Take a charming country house, mix it with a striking architecture and artistic aesthetic; add an award-winning Michelin-star restaurant; and designer guest suites and then allow to rest with the best views of Bordeaux – now that’s a recipe for short break success, writes Andrew Forbes. The Le Saint James Hotel, a Relais & Chateaux […]
Twenty Princes Street might be relatively young in age – launching in just 2013, but in its few years of existence it has built up an extremely positive reputation within the Edinburgh food and drink scene, mention its name is and it is always met with nods of approval, having yet to experience the restaurant ourselves […]
Every seasoned traveller needs a good time piece to ensure they don’t miss their all-important flight to far-away lands so TLE has paired up with the team at Suttons & Robertsons to give you the best of luxury watches this winter season. Rolex – Explorer II – £3,950 The Explorer II was first released in […]
By Ross Fraser
Viv Blair, marketing consultant, friend of TLE and perfect pouring tea-pot connoisseur recently escaped to Fonab Castle. Fonab Castle has been many things to many people. Built in 1892 as a residence for the Sandeman family, who are best known for the iconic black-bottled port; a British Red Cross auxiliary hospital during the First World War; offices to Scottish […]
Introduction For those of you not already familiar with the Citizen M concept let me provide a very quick overview; the hotel provides the absolute basic requirements for a comfortable city sleep base. A compact room which comprises of a king-size bed, bathroom with powerful shower and wash facilities, storage (even under the bed!) and […]
The thought of a vacation where alcohol is banned, meals are strictly calorie-controlled and the in-room mini-bar is filled with nothing more than a collection of international mineral waters might not exactly sound like a compelling proposition. Yet at the Healthouse Las Dunas 5 star Beach Hotel & Spa that’s exactly what guests embrace with […]