Inspiration

Barefoot diaries from Barbados’ west coast
Perched on the serene west coast of Barbados, The Sandpiper and Coral Reef Club are more than just hotels; these sister properties have been family-run for decades, becoming true sanctuaries
24 January 2025

Why you should go Greek island-hopping, all by yourself
Whether you’re planning your first ever go-it-alone adventure, or you’re a seasoned solo traveller, Greece’s Cyclades are perfectly suited for anyone flying solo. With hundreds of islands and islets to
16 January 2025

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

In with the new: 8 boutique hotels for your 2025 wish list
The new year brings a renewed sense of adventure, with fresh hotels to check into and wish-list-topping destinations to discover. Our latest additions will have you looking (and bookmarking) ahead
10 January 2025

How to get koselig in Norway this winter
Norway’s more sociable and outdoorsy answer to Denmark’s hygge, kos is the Nordic wellness concept we’re welcoming with a big, knitwear-cocooned hug this winter. Cosiness is still key, but rather
11 December 2024

The ultimate foodie guide to Charleston
Historic and impossibly charming, Charleston is having a moment. Much of the buzz, rightly so, is about the city’s dynamic food and drink scene. From croque monsieurs and corn ribs
9 December 2024

Irish charms: bedding down in a delightful Dublin townhouse
When it comes to quiet, storied Dublin boutique chic, The Wilder Townhouse has no competition. A glowing red-brick demi palace, it’s a quirky spot point blank in the middle of
5 December 2024

Inside the Cotswolds’ most fabulous manor house
As author of British Boutique Hotels and London Hotels, Gina Jackson knows more than most when it comes to luxurious UK-based stays. Here, the travel writer and hotel expert returns
3 December 2024

In with the new: 5 boutique hotels we can’t wait to check into
Travel planning for the new year is already well underway, and our newest hotel members are providing plenty of holiday inspiration — whether it’s whizzing down powdery slopes in the
1 December 2024

A seaside staycation in Rye, East Sussex
The tide keeps changing on this medieval magnet, a pretty hilltop hub that’s been luring in East London creatives and interesting interior designers for years. And now, there’s a strong
21 November 2024
