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What is a Boutique Hotel? A Definition by Travel & Lust
What is a Boutique Hotel? A Definition by Travel & Lust

Boutique hotels offer a unique blend of intimate ambience, personalised service, and distinctive style. These establishments, often smaller in scale, contrast the uniformity of larger hotel chains. A boutique that left a lasting impression on us was Masseria Potenti. The property is vast; it isn't technically a hotel; it's a country house or masseria that offers core amenities and has several rooms available to reserve. We had an informal booking process, and the receptionist went above and beyond, helping us plan out every detail of our trip.

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"Inspiration"Charleen Parkeshotel, travel, italy, scotland, england
Black Book 2023 - A Curated Collection of Boutique Stays
Black Book 2023 - A Curated Collection of Boutique Stays

2024 has been an exciting year for boutique hotel enthusiasts. Our hotel directory has welcomed a variety of unique and exquisite boutique properties, each offering its distinct charm and luxury. These hotels, spread across the globe, promise exciting travel experiences whether you're seeking cultural immersion, romantic escapades, or tranquil retreats amidst nature.

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"Inspiration"Charleen Parkeshotel, travel, italy, puglia, marrakech, morocco, france, portugal, girona, vejer de la frontera
Postcards from Bologna
Postcards from Bologna

Bologna is the historic capital of the Emilia-Romagna region, in northern Italy. Those that aren’t in the know, often overlook this impressive and architectural laden city, opting for Rome, Florence and others. With a plethora of piazzas, medieval structures and references to the Renaissance, this is one place that should most definitely be on your list. It is well-known among literary, history and art fans thanks to the art scene.

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"Inspiration"Charleen Parkesmedieval, architecture, tuscany, italy, christmas, europe
Ten Romantic Hotel Stays Worldwide
Ten Romantic Hotel Stays Worldwide

Charming country houses with freestanding bathtubs. Picturesque views from idyllic and palatial stay up on high. Opulent hotels with all the amenities two can fathom. Personalised service and indulgent dining experiences. Sometimes you just need to escape. There is something about exploring a new place, or simply allowing yourself to be still, whilst you're with your significant other.

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"Inspiration"Charleen Parkesmexico, italy, morocco, spain, hotel
Alberobello and its trulli charming experience
Alberobello and its trulli charming experience

The trulli are limestone dwellings found in the southern most region of mainland Italy. This remarkable, prehistoric building technique is still used to this date, designating this uncommon find a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1996. Alberobello is described as a white-washed village serenaded amongst white cylindrical buildings with conical stone roofs. It was truly a magical experience to walk through this fairytale-like village, as there is nothing else like it in the world. 

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"Inspiration"Jeremy J.italy, puglia, europe
JK Place Firenze - Florence
JK Place Firenze - Florence

Sunday's Brunch culture has taken a new twist with JK Place's sophisticated display. They offer a distinguished Florentine and American buffet as well as JK Place's vegan delicacies. A selection of top Tuscan cheeses and freshly hand picked seasonal organic fruits are on display like you are being treated for your birthday. Organic cakes, excellent wine pairings and the extra flamboyant of waiters will have you frequent here if you only lived in Florence. The entrance to JK Place Firenze is on a low-key corner of Piazza Santa Maria Novella

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GastronomyJeremy J.florence, italy, europe
Ballarò Street Market - Palermo
Ballarò Street Market - Palermo

The Ballarò street market in Palermo, Sicily is one of the most entertaining of its kind in the whole of Europe. This market combines two Italian greats, food and clothes. Primarily a food market, the Ballarò market is a street eaters delight. It is also home to large numbers of discount clothes sellers, making vintage clothes shopping easy and finding Italian fashions cheaply possible. Look for its vendors in the streets around the Piazza Carmine. Search around for good finds while having your eyes on their street food. We tried the typical Palermitan sandwich with pannelle, chick-pea fritters – with a bit of lemon they are delicious!

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GastronomyJeremy J.italy, sicily
Top 5 Things to Do in Taormina, Sicily
Top 5 Things to Do in Taormina, Sicily

Balancing on the forefront of a mountain lies Taormina, a populace touristic town high above sea level. The location is splendid for commuting to nearby Messina and Catania, with the winds blowing east to mainland Italy. The lavish flora and fauna restores the natural elements best enjoyed in this town, with rare climate changes almost year round and enough monuments to keep travellers on the tip of their toes. 

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"Inspiration"Jeremy J.sicily, taormina, italy, europe
The Vibrant Bay of Naples, Italy
The Vibrant Bay of Naples, Italy

The Gulf of Naples or the Bay of Naples is a 15 kilometre-wide gulf located along the south-western coast of Italy (province of Naples, Campania region). It opens to the west into the Mediterranean Sea, bordering on the north by the cities of Naples and Pozzuoli, and on the east by Mount Vesuvius. The area is a booming tourist destination, with the seaside Roman ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum at the foot of Mount Vesuvius; and the islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida...

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"Inspiration"Travel&Lustnaples, italy, europe
Cinque Terre - The Italian Riviera
Cinque Terre - The Italian Riviera

There are five crazily constructed fishing villages, set amidst the coastline in the Italian Riviera that we fell in love with: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. It is no surprise that the coastline and the surrounding hillsides which make up the Cinque Terre National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The rugged, steep landscape interacts with the cliffs where some homes and and farms are built. 

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"Inspiration"Travel&Lustitaly, cinque terre, beach, europe
Lucca - charming town in Tuscany
Lucca - charming town in Tuscany

Lucca is a city of quiet pleasures with the charm of the Tuscan countryside. This is a city where the shady streets open into tree-lined squares and the waiters at the cafes recognise their frequent visitors. Noteworthy is the fact that the shops tend to sell less-commercial goods and focus more on the symbolic nature of hand-made crafts. The location is perfect as Lucca is in the middle of...

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"Inspiration"Travel&Lusttuscany, italy, lucca, europe