Discover some of the best Michelin-starred restaurants in the British Isles with PoB Hotels. This collection of independent hotels offers luxurious accommodations, world-class spas, and mouth-watering menus that will leave you craving for more. Here are eight top Michelin-starred restaurants that you can reserve during your stay.
Read MoreElena Reygadas, the owner of Rosetta in Mexico City, has been named The World's Best Female Chef 2023 by The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2023. She is a key figure in Mexican gastronomy and is passionate about Mexican biodiversity and sustainable production. Reygadas has also launched the Elena Reygadas Scholarship program for young gastronomy students in Mexico to promote greater gender parity in kitchens.
Read MoreTravel sustainably this Earth Day with our top picks for luxurious and eco-friendly boutique hotels around the world, from a LEED-certified hotel in Santa Monica to a treehouse hotel in Sweden.
Read MoreIf you're looking for somewhere special to host the event of the year, we have just the location, which involves a trip to Greece. The Greek island of Paros might not be an obvious choice to hold a birthday party, wedding, or other celebrations. Still, its secluded, quaint town and picturesque location is a huge pull, and the vibe is very much chilled. In the last few years, it has become a hit, attracting a new wave of visitors thanks to unique hotels on the island and editorial coverage from global publishing houses.
Read MoreAccording to INE data earlier this year, Portugal registered 26.5 million guests and 69.5 million overnight stays in 2022, reflecting annual increases of 83.3% and 86.3%. That's quite impressive and is precisely why the latest announcement from TAP Portugal, allowing visitors actually to stay in the country for up to 10 days via their stopover scheme, is a smart move.
Read MoreSketch, one of London's prettiest restaurants, has a manifesto that reaches great heights with its extravagant bars and restaurants making up what is central Mayfair's most significant endeavour yet. The Grade II* listed building on 9 Conduit Street, was designed by James Wyatt in 1779 as a private residence of James Viner.
Read MoreOver the past few years (2018), the Costa del Sol's capital has been moving higher on the visitor list. With a vibrant outdoors offering endless possibilities for sightseeing and gastronomic trends, Malaga has been crowned a cultural hub since its nomination in 2016 for the European Capital of Culture. The launch of Paris George Pompidou Centre’s first international outpost, the Automobile Museum, the Picasso museum and the Contemporary Art Centre all contribute to the sheer wealth of arts in Malaga city.
Read MoreOne of the most distinct things you'll notice is the pretty modernist or neoclassical houses influenced by Cuba. They line the promenade, where you'll find locals sailing, doing yoga on the beach or riding their bikes. At night, Sitges morphs into a lively place with many bars and several clubs to head to for a good time.
Read MoreMarrakech, the Moroccan capital, is well-known for palm-streamed neighbourhoods, contemporary design students, decadent art galleries, bespoke and creative independent boutique stores and more. Enriched in culture and design, it's easy to understand why the rise in hotels continues. Morocco is back on its feet after strict entry requirements for the past few years, and a renaissance in all things beautiful is here.
Read MoreArt and culture are things that excite me when travelling, and I sometimes book trips based on exhibitions. Art was often a way to escape, and I love getting into the mind of others and seeing how artists interpret the past or current events taking place in the world. In 2022, I had the pleasure of visiting three exhibitions, two in London and one in Copenhagen, all of which referenced the black experience from different lenses, cultures and times.
Read MoreTravel & Lust was born from travel experiences. We've dined with locals, cooked at houses, embarked on long guided walks, quad-biked through deserts and more. After posting photos and videos on social media, friends and family often asked us where we booked our experience, who with, where we stayed, etc., so we went from copying and pasting our answers to people to creating a travel website.
Read MoreThe medina in Fez, Morocco, gave us some of the most peculiar yet delicious flavours ever experienced and exceeded our expectations. The decadent, authentic Moroccan recipes and new cooking methods are buzzing in the ancient city's backstreets. There is much to offer, from hole-in-the-wall establishments serving popular family-cooked food to cute cafes and traditional restaurants housed in dars and riads, to fine dining in more Moroccan European restaurants.
Read MoreLittle ones have their personalities, traits, preferences and sense of timing. For us, a parent-friendly hotel is a happy hub with something we can all enjoy. Gastronomy, culture and activities are important to us when travelling. We make sure our energetic daughter has a space to play, there are child-friendly menus when dining out, and my partner and I have things that excite us.
Read MoreBarcelona city is famous for its cuisine, and with several establishments with Michelin-starred chefs, a real food truck scene, buzz seafood restaurants and tapas bars galore, it is easy to see why. In fact, for some, it might even be overwhelming. If meat is something that has you salivating, read on. Here we share some of our favourite spots in the city for carnivores.
Read MoreBrøhcner Hotels opens a new hotel concept in Copenhagen. SP34 apartments reside next to the popular and award-winning SP34 Hotels, an Instagrammers and design aficionado's dream. Brøchner Hotels Group carefully renovated the building from 1904 to house the project. Original features such as the bay windows, corner tower and red and brick façade remain, adding an exciting depth and charm.
Read MoreSeveral things excite us, and meeting new people and hearing their stories are at the top of the list. It makes you realise how different and similar we are as human beings and is quite fascinating. When we heard about the high-quality olive oil brand World of KAÏA, we were instantly drawn to the brand story and its origins. The sense of connection has come up time and time again whilst travelling post-2020, and seeing creators reconnect and set up businesses during uncertainty is the go-getting spirit we want to continue championing.
Read MoreThere is something about Copenhagen that keeps on giving. The Danish capital is renowned for being ultra-trendy, with some of the most spectacular boutique brands and CPFW (Copenhagen Fashion Week) being one of the must-see destinations on the fashion calendar. The chic vibes run into the various boutique hotel offerings scattered around; converted breweries in upcoming neighbourhoods, accommodation in light of vintage furniture and charming villas you'll never want to leave.
Read MoreThe list of the most anticipated boutique hotels opening in Spring 2022 is finally here! We love a good, intimate boutique property, and even more so with the privilege of being one of the first to enjoy a hotel’s fresh new commodities, concierge services, and getting the whole experience as a hotel that wants to make its mark in the hospitality scene.
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