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.
Read MoreAs one of Morocco's major tourist destinations, Marrakech offers a wide range of accommodations, from budget-friendly dars to luxurious five-star riads. The city has over 1,000 hotels, including world-renowned chains such as the Four Seasons, the Mandarin Oriental, and the Ritz-Carlton. Nobu Hotel opened earlier this year, as did boutique hotel Maison Brummell and the eagerly anticipated ROSEMARY Marrakech is due to open soon.
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 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 MoreCharming 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.
Read MoreThis year we have had the opportunity to experience all kinds of adventures. With the new year fast approaching, we thought we'd share some of our favourite experiences, including those that haven't been referred to previously. From the moment we booked our stay at Indulgence Divine, we could tell we were about to experience something special. Owner Gattaldo was extremely responsive and informative from start to finish and shared with us a wonderful selection of things to do and places to eat whilst in Malta. Read on to see our best travel moments in 2017.
Read MoreKat + Maouche is a Portland-based brand that specialises in selling special artisan finds from Morocco. A Berber-American family and company, owners Katen and Latif spent several years living in North Africa. We actually discovered them via their Instagram account, where they showcase their beautiful and colourful pieces, fun walking rugs stories and more.
Read MoreLRNCE is a Belgian fashion label based in Marrakech that embodies a great sense of spirit and self-expression with it's remarkable and bold sense of eclecticism. Founded in 2013 by Laurence Leenaert, her work spans from ceramics, to blankets, tasselled shoes and more, all inspired by tribes and cults.
Read MoreThe city on the Atlantic coast of northern Morocco also known as Arcila, Arzila, Asilah or Assilah in English is located about 45 kms south of Tangier. It floats along a plain of ancient land along a hill bordering with the Atlantic Ocean. The old city stands, languished behind its beautiful walls defying the ocean for five centuries. Every Thursday morning, a lively and colourful souk is installed at the foot of the ocher walls: with their clothes and wide hats, men and women in the field expo their products of their land, which pile up in large baskets and baskets wicker.
Read MoreTangier is a city where eccentricity is celebrated, with a history of beatniks and bohemians making waves for their dreams to come true. The city is undergoing a cultural resurgence, as a new generation seeks to relive the past and praise the city for being the most cosmopolitan in North Africa. Tangier is a city that remains true to its avant-garde, artistic reputation, with the literary scene celebrated by locals, visitors, and ex-pats alike. The International Literary and Arts Salon Festival is organised every year by the city...
Read MoreTara Stevens is a food, travel and lifestyle writer based between Barcelona, Spain and Fès, Morocco. She contributes to a wide variety of travel publications ranging from the Telegraph and Conde Nast Traveler to FOOL magazine (a specialist food publication). She’s also contributed to several food publications by Phaidon Books.
Read MoreWhy choose Fez over Marrakech and other bigger cities in Morocco? Fez (Fes) is famous for its ancient walled city, which many compare to the old walled city of Jerusalem. It is the first of the imperial cities of Morocco, as it dates back to the eighth century. The city is also a pioneer within the Muslim cult and has one of the oldest universities in the world. All these firsts make Fez particularly attractive with a lively and influential culture.
Read MoreWelcome to this home, this farm...this little piece of heaven on earth. Welcome to this place where reality mixes with fantasy and dreams are celebrated. We are referring to the family home of the Zayrs family, situated in the Moroccan countryside. Upon entering the farm in our chauffeur driven four-wheeler organised by Plan-It Morocco we were greeted by the owner, Azzedine Zayr, his son...
Read MoreMeknes, Morocco is a monumental city constructed in Hispanic-Moorish style; surrounded by high walls with great doors, where the harmonious blending of the Islamic and European styles of the 17th century Maghreb are still evident today. It is the presence today of this memorable city containing the rare remains and important monuments...
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