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Accommodation Reviews

Suite Dreams: Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel, Paphos

The two outdoor, interconnected pools at Asimina Suites Hotel in Paphos, Cyprus

Enjoy a memorable Mediterranean escape at five-star, adult-focused Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel in Paphos, Cyprus. The original capital city of Cyprus, Paphos is a living museum for Cypriot heritage and culture, shaped by ancient Greek mythology, distinct Neolithic archaeological sites and a long history of traditional wine-making. However, the city is far from being […] Read more…

The Wynnstay Hotel in Machynlleth: Ancient Capital of Wales

The 'Lloyd George' room at The Wynnstay Hotel in Machynlleth, featuring an old Gothic mahogany four-poster bed

Exploring the ancient capital of Wales, Machynlleth, nestled within the beautiful Dyfi (English ‘Dovey’) Valley in Powys, Mid Wales, while staying at The Wynnstay Hotel in Machynlleth. Did you know the rural market town of Machynlleth, Powys was once the ancient capital of Wales? Standing at the head of the Dyfi estuary in the picturesque […] Read more…

Grenada Hotels: 7 Places to Stay to Suit All Budgets

The two infinity pools at Mount Edgecombe Plantation Resort, Grenada

Discover why Grenada – the so-called Island of Spice – is becoming an increasingly popular destination, and check out five of the best Grenada hotels to book for your stay to suit a range of budgets, tried-and-tested by yours truly. A tri-island archipelago in the eastern Caribbean, Grenada comprises of the island of Grenada in […] Read more…

Bloc Hotel Gatwick: the South Terminal’s Slickest Hotel?

Artemide mood lighting at Bloc Hotel Gatwick

With runway views, ambient lighting and touchscreen controls, Bloc Hotel Gatwick just might be the coolest hotel in the airport’s South Terminal. If you’ve ever flown from London Gatwick airport before, you’ll know it’s not necessarily the nicest way to start your holiday. It usually takes longer to get to than Heathrow Airport, you can […] Read more…

A Taste of Britain with Viking Cruises

Quail Scotch Egg with colourful side salad and quick pickle

What could possibly be more exciting than the prospect of embarking on a world cruise with Viking Cruises? Well, knowing you can still enjoy a taste of Britain in the form of traditional, hearty home-cooked food while on-board, of course! Recently, I was lucky enough to be invited to spend a night on-board the Viking […] Read more…