Menorca on film: a guide to the wild Balearic isle

Pine-strewn cliff trails, hidden coves, curling cacti, and prickly pears. Katharine Sohn reports from one of the Mediterranean’s best-kept secrets.

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City Guides

Each boutique hotel is as unique as the city around it. Whatever you’re looking for, our small, city centre hotels put you at the heart of where it happens, with on-the-ground guides to help you make the most of your next culture trip.

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    The ultimate Verona city guide

    Known the world over as the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet, this storybook city goes beyond its literary fame with well-preserved Roman monuments and lively piazzas. Conveniently located between

    25 March 2025

    A photographer’s pocket guide to Nice

    A lively coastal haven adorned with a rich cultural tapestry, Nice seamlessly blends sparkling sea views with a retro sense of holiday charm. As France’s fifth-largest city and gateway to

    14 March 2025

    The best bakeries & pâtisseries in Paris

    It’s impossible to explore the streets of Paris without being bombarded by the city’s abundance of bakeries and pâtisseries. These institutions of Parisian culture serve freshly baked goods to grab

    4 March 2025

    The ultimate Milan city guide

    Its roots might run back to ancient times, but Milan embraces modernity with its Art Nouveau and contemporary architecture mixed in amongst classical buildings. In contrast to the slower pace

    4 February 2025

    How to spend a weekend in Stavanger

    Come with your heartiest appetite, because Stavanger’s multi-Michelin-starred dining scene is bringing a lot to the table. Alongside its bounty of in-demand restaurants, Norway’s oil (and fish canning) capital is

    28 January 2025

    The ultimate Porto city guide

    Built upon the banks of the River Douro and framed by Gustave Eiffel’s double-decker iron bridge, this hilly city with its colourful riverside promenade, winding cobbled streets and baroque churches

    27 November 2024

    A ceramicist’s guide to Copenhagen

    See the Danish capital through the eyes of local artist Malene Knudsen, as she takes us on a tour of her favourite studios, showrooms, and exhibition spaces in one of

    13 November 2024

    Venice in monochrome: see The Floating City in black and white

    From its historic buildings and artistic masterpieces to the very reflections shimmering on its waters, Venice has long captured the imagination as a city of colour. Here, see The Floating

    28 October 2024

    The ultimate Palma city guide

    Revelling in a fascinating history, an eye-catching mix of Gothic and Art Nouveau architecture, and a choice of world-class galleries, Palma proves Mallorca is about much more than the beaches

    28 October 2024

    The ultimate San Sebastián city guide

    A smattering of Michelin-starred restaurants has put San Sebastián on the map, but eating aside, this compact but charming Basque city boasts a beautiful beach, excellent surfing and some lovely

    28 October 2024

Sun-kissed, self-care stays await at Teranka, Formentera

All trips to Formentera begin by boat and the lack of airport on the quietest and wildest Balearic Island adds to its castaway charm. For a hideaway with a luxurious, barefoot feel, Teranka ticks all the boxes with its proximity

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Editor's Picks

    Where to go on holiday in 2025

    Whether your holiday planning is already well underway, or you’re still searching for inspiration, we’ve got the answers for every ‘right’ direction — after polling our SLH Club Members for

    13 January 2025

    How to spend a short break in Syros, Greece

    The Cyclades are known for their rugged beaches and iconic blue-and-white stucco buildings — until you arrive in the main town of Hermoupolis on the Greek island of Syros, that

    10 April 2025

    The dreamiest private villas to rent in Europe

    Searching for a have-the-place-to-yourself holiday with room for everyone? These villa-style stays are stylish, spacious, and ever so secluded, with all the added extras of boutique hotel service included. Read

    7 April 2025

    Reforesting the world with Max Renaudin, Founder & CEO of Tree-Nation

    On a mission to plant a trillion trees by 2050, Tree-Nation is making reforestation accessible to everyone through transparent, easy-to-track technology. As one of the most effective solutions to the

    21 March 2025

Itineraries

Hit the road and explore one of our carefully curated luxury travel itineraries. From a coastal road trip through the South of France to island hopping in Thailand – we’ve plotted the route so you can just take your pick.

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    On the road in Provence

    Fragrant lavender fields, sun-dappled vineyards, rocky Mediterranean coastlines, and buttercream-coloured hilltop villages weave a tapestry of natural beauty across Provence. From idyllic markets to ancient Roman ruins, this itinerary takes

    2 April 2025

    Andalusia

    Adventures in Andalusia: Moorish architecture, majestic mountains, and sun-baked beaches

    A 10-day itinerary from Seville’s colourful streets to Marbella’s glitzy beaches Andalusia is one of those heart-stoppingly beautiful destinations which will have you dreaming of your return – before you’ve

    10 August 2023

    Italy

    Italy by train: a scenic rail itinerary for slow travellers

    Six iconic Italian cities in two weeks, from Milan to Naples Much like its straight-from-the-vines wine and nonna-coddled cuisine, Italy is a destination best savoured at a leisurely pace if you really want

    1 April 2023

    Bold, bohemian, and barefoot: a mini guide to Mexico

    A 10-day itinerary from Mexico City to Tulum with La Valise Hotels A vibrant country bursting with colour, Mexico promises sensory moments at every turn – whether you’re navigating a maze of

    21 January 2023

    Ireland

    The best of Ireland & Northern Ireland: an Emerald Isle itinerary

    How to see the Emerald Isle in style in under two weeks Whether you’re strolling along storied streets, roaming the rugged coastline, or cosying up in a rural pub, it’s

    22 August 2022

    The ultimate French Riviera road trip

    How to spend two weeks on the Côte d’Azur, Europe’s glitterati summer destination Sparkling sea views framed by fragrant umbrella pines, striped parasols shading stylish sun loungers, and pastel-painted villas

    21 June 2022

    Mallorca

    Magical Mallorca: from coast to countryside

    An idyllic island itinerary taking travellers beyond the beaches of Mallorca Fringed by cliffs and heavenly beaches, with long stretches of fragrant countryside – peppered with olive trees and citrus

    9 May 2022

    Costa Rica: on the path to pura vida

    A 10-day itinerary through a volcanic land of charcoal sands and tropical rainforest With miles of pristine coastline and luscious rainforest, you’re never far from world-class diving, surfing and yoga

    28 April 2022

    Crete

    Crete: from the wild west to idyllic east

    A seven-day sun-soaked itinerary taking in the highlights of Greece’s largest island At once a paradise and a paradox, Crete is one of Greece’s most popular tourist destinations, but one of

    5 April 2022

    Switzerland

    Peak perfection: where to ski-and-stay in the Swiss Alps

    A 10-day snow-filled itinerary across Switzerland’s swishest ski resorts Switzerland has ski country written all over it. Scenic snowscapes dotted with pretty alpine villages, colour-popping glacier-view gondolas, and Wes Anderson-style

    19 February 2022

Independent Minds

Whilst it’s true that great minds think alike, we believe that independent minds think the best. Our community of hoteliers is brimming with bold trailblazers, rule-breakers, and creative visionaries who bring their own sense of style and unique personalities to each and every property.

Inspiration

Written from far-flung corners of the world, think of our travel guides as personally curated postcards sent to ease you into your holiday planning, while teasing out the smaller details of your next trip.

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Latest stories

Spain photo diary: from Madrid to Mallorca

From Mallorca’s rugged Serra de Tramuntana, and Gaudí’s wonderfully whimsical architecture in Barcelona, to the mouthwatering tapas served down tiny side streets in Madrid’s city centre, Spain truly has something for everyone. Not forgetting the beaches; Spain is home to some of Europe’s most coveted coastal destinations, where golden sands meet

How to spend a slow weekend at Nomad Mykonos

Known for its bustling beach bars and affluent nightclubs, Mykonos also has a slower side to its Cycladic shores, found in luxurious yet minimal boutique hotels such as Nomad, tucked away on the south-east of the island. This is the ideal base for anyone seeking a calming retreat, whether you’re

This refashioned farmhouse hideaway embodies Tuscany’s timeless beauty

Overflowing with rustic charm and evergreen allure, guests of Lupaia inevitably fall head over heels for every cossetting corner of this Tuscan countryside escape. Pair homely comforts with five-star service, and an ever-changing bill of fare rooted in the region’s organic offerings, and you’re sure to keep coming back to

Where to stay in May: 8 boutique hotels to book now

Sitting perfectly on the cusp of summer, just before European beaches begin to fill to the brim, May is one of our favourite months to travel. City breaks are sunny but not unbearably hot, the countryside is in full bloom, and even further flung, tropical climes are balmy, breezy, and

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