Japan
Editor’s picks for June: from the Himalayas to Cape Cod
Far-flung corners of the world have long held appeal, bound by a sense of seclusion and an immersion in nature that leaves you feeling restored and reconnected. Our latest arrivals
1 June 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
This reimagined ryokan is Kyoto’s most stylish stay
A lovingly restored ryokan found within the mysterious maze of the ancient city of Kyoto, Sowaka artfully fuses the time-honoured tradition and artisanal design with 21st century comforts. Check in
28 October 2024
Our favourite travel photographs from last year’s archives
A year in pictures to inspire your 2024 travels From traditional teahouses in Kyoto and snow-blanketed cabins in Swedish Lapland to palm-fringed villas on Brazil’s Cocoa Coast, our brand content team surfed, sledded, and snapped their
11 January 2024
The cities our INVITED Members would most like to visit this year
Your 2024 city break wish-list revealed… We recently asked our INVITED community for their most coveted destinations for 2024 – and the results are in. Stylish urbanites mostly seem to
4 January 2024
5 holiday ideas to embrace the autumn equinox
The cosiest trips to take in tune with the changing of the seasons The UK doesn’t seem to have got the message that summer is over (we’re penning this mid-heatwave). In anticipation
16 September 2023
Japan through the enchanted eyes of a travel photographer
Writer and photographer Caoilfhionn Maguire gives us a behind-the-lens perspective on her travels through Japan There exists a land where ancient traditions blend harmoniously with futuristic marvels, where the delicate
6 September 2023
In with the new: 7 boutique hotels to have on your radar
Boutique hotel lovers, you’ll be happy to hear that we’ve done the far-flung searching for you when it comes to honing in on your next luxury escape. Take inspiration from
24 March 2023
Yakushima in full bloom: unearthing Japanese ‘power spots’ this spring
Japan’s natural ‘power spots’ will nurture your mind, body, and soul The Japanese tradition of forest bathing – or shinrin yoku – may have made its way westwards some years ago, but
21 March 2023
Top 22 destinations for 2023: according to SLH Club Members
The SLH Club Members’ travel wishlist for 2023 From far-flung corners in tropical waters, to sun-drenched stretches and snow-blanketed spots, our 22 best places to travel in 2023 combine familiar
16 January 2023
