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UK
A Right Royal Day Out
Blenheim Palace has announced the launch of its brand-new Palace and Play Pass, which gives visitors unlimited access to Adventure Play as well as to Blenheim Palace, Park and Gardens*.
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Asia
Going Solo In The Maldives This July
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Nova Maldives has announced a Solo Travel promotion as it seeks to capitalise on the increasing number of ‘go-it-alone’ adventurers. Throughout July, guests can immerse themselves in an array of engaging experiences designed to enrich their solo journey from art classes to meditation, yoga to snorkelling.
1:00 AM 30th April 2024
Europe
Spotlight On - Lujo Hotel
The Lujo Hotel in Turkey has just announced its 2024 season with the inauguration of seven new SunSet villas, bringing the total number of private accommodations to 56 in eight distinct levels of excellence. Nestled on the Bodrum coast the property claims to offer unparallelled luxury and comfort and meticulously crafted accommodation guaranteed to offer visitors a serene retreat.
1:00 AM 26th April 2024
Asia
Khao Lak – A Slice of Authentic Thailand
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Chef Hopkins at one of Outrigger Khao Lak Beach Resort's master cooking classes
“I love this place because there aren’t too many Brits, there’s not an English breakfast in sight and it is still very much ‘authentic Thailand.’” Angela** who was holidaying with her husband and two young children, didn’t pull her punches. After all she ran a 500-student dance school in London: clearly organisation was her middle name and she knew exactly what she wanted from a vacation.
1:00 AM 20th April 2024
Asia
New Jewel In India's Well-Studded Crown
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the debut of its luxury lifestyle brand, Radisson Collection, in India with the opening of Radisson Collection Hotel & Spa, Riverfront Srinagar.
1:00 AM 15th April 2024
Asia
Bangkok’s Hidden Gems - A Three Hotel Journey
Thailand’s capital boasts countless ‘big attractions’ but move away from the well-beaten track and you will find some hidden gems: how to extract venom from a snake for example (do not try at home!) and the story of Jim Thompson, the US millionaire who disappeared without a trace leaving behind one of the biggest brands in the world!
1:00 AM 13th April 2024
Europe
Stays In Harmony With Nature
They say that reconnecting with nature is the best way to restore life’s balance in favour of ‘leisure over labour’. So, look no further than Western Norway where you can spend the night with the ocean as your nearest neighbour. Panoramahyttene at Sandhåland (Karmøy) is not only ready to welcome its first guests, but also promises a breathtaking backdrop.
1:16 AM 6th April 2024
Africa
Moroccan ‘Earthquake’ Hotel Set To Re-Open
A North African hotel which faced partial closure following last year’s devastating Moroccan earthquake, will open six brand new Riads this July with a full re opening later this year. The Kasbah Tamadot, part of Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Limited Edition stable of properties, is synonymous with Berber hospitality and will reopen in full on 15th October.
12:00 AM 30th March 2024
Hotels
Easter Football Clinics - Maldives
Former Premier soccer star, Steve Sidwell, will be running a series of football clinics at Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll, one of the Maldives’ best family resorts, this Easter.
1:00 AM 13th March 2024
Weekend
Tallinn – Mediaeval City and Steven’s Domain!
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Edinburgh boasts its Greyfriars Bobby legend – the dog that guarded its dead master’s grave for 14 years – and Japan’s equivalent is Hachiko, immortalised outside Shibuya Station, but none of them can steal a march on Tallinn’s Instagram superstar: Steven the Seagull!
1:00 AM 9th March 2024
Americas
Shiver Me Timbers! What A (Mexican) Deal!
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
HolidayPirates have got a 52% saving on a 7 night all-inclusive stay at the beautiful 5* Crown Paradise Club Cancun, Mexico with return flights from Manchester and checked bags for £878. The best-value departure date available is 18th March but other dates also available.
10:11 AM 5th March 2024
Weekend
In The Soup In Tartu
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Tartu: European City of Culture
“You might want to turn the roaming off on your phone,” said our Estonian host, Herling Mesi, as we sped across frozen Lake Peipsi at Varnja, just a short car ride from the centre of Tartu. “The Russian border’s only 15km away,” she continued, “right in the centre of the lake, and even though we are only 3km from the shore, Russian telecom may pick up your phone signal.
1:00 AM 2nd March 2024
Africa
Unique South Africa Hotel Opening
Radisson Hotel Group has opened its first Safari hotel in Africa, bringing its total number of properties in the country to 11.
1:00 AM 17th February 2024
Weekend
Princess And The Verbier Magic Carpet!
"Are you OK?" said the Frenchman to his daughter as she skied down the nursery slope at Les Esserts in Verbier, Switzerland. "Oui," said the tiny tot moving a dummy to the side of her mouth so that she could reply. Shortly afterwards a tantrum followed as the child, rolling on the ground in the freezing snow, demanded to be carried back to the top of the slope!
1:00 AM 10th February 2024
Africa
Valentine Love In London And Beyond
London love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than with a romantic getaway to the Big Smoke? We've handpicked some of the most enchanting hotels to make your Valentine's Day truly special in the nation’s capital.
1:00 AM 6th February 2024
Americas
Three Top Sailing Destinations To Guarantee Peace and Quiet
Are you yearning for peace and tranquillity? Then a private yacht charter might just be the answer. Here is a meticulously curated list of top destinations for sailing enthusiasts seeking to escape the crowds, unwind, and relish in a peaceful boating experience.
12:00 AM 27th January 2024
Hotels
A Wee Dram On The Wild Landscapes Of Skye
A former Scottish clan shooting lodge on Skye has partnered with the island’s newest distillery to market a whisky-themed stay package. Kinloch Lodge has joined forces with Torabhaig Distillery – 10 years old this year - to introduce its new whisky-themed package, so that the duo can showcase both the hotel and distillery, which are set in the wild landscapes of of the Scottish island.
1:00 AM 24th January 2024
Africa
Michelin Man Arrives in Marrakech!
Jean Francois Piège with members of the Bennani Smires family
The Selman Marrakech in Morocco has announced a partnership with acclaimed two-star Michelin chef Jean-François Piège who will take charge of the culinary direction of the restaurants in spring 2024.
1:00 AM 22nd January 2024
Hotels
The World's Best New Luxury Hotels
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Luxury Travel Intelligence (LTI) has named the world’s top luxury hotels of 2023. LTI is a members-only organisation that provides digital reporting for affluent travellers. It said: “Extraordinarily, three of the top four new properties come from renowned jewellers and watchmakers, Bulgari and Chopard.
12:00 AM 16th January 2024
Africa
Cruising – The New Ambition
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
If the people you meet onboard ship, as much as the ports you visit, are a measure of a cruise line’s overall quality, then Ambassador has to sit alongside many of its more expensive counterparts.
12:00 AM 5th January 2024
Africa
Grandma’s Wisdom And Globetrotting In 2024
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Group Travel Editor for the P.ublished.com Media Titles, Phil Hopkins, takes a brief look back at 2023 and overviews where he’ll be visiting in the first quarter of 2024. So, sit back and take some inspiration from our very own resident globetrotter!
1:00 AM 2nd January 2024
Hotels
A Winter Spa Experience In North Yorkshire
If the guilt of Christmas over-eating becomes too much to bear after December 25th, then prepare to purge at the Coniston Hotel near Skipton in North Yorkshire! Here are some New Year / Winter deals that might help ease your mind or even (marginally) reduce your calorie intake!
12:01 AM 24th December 2023
Europe
A Winter Wonderland Italian Style
Hilton Lake Como is beginning to look a lot like Christmas. The beautiful lakeside hotel is offering guests a sackful of seasonal experiences to celebrate the festive season with, giving them the chance to enjoy both the lake and the nearby atmospheric lakeside villages which transform themselves into enchanting, fairy-tale hamlets.
12:00 AM 22nd December 2023
Europe
Diamond Deal To Turkey For Adept Gamers
Jet2holidays has launched ‘Smashing Through the Snow’, a very merry online competition giving travellers the opportunity to win one of 13 festive holidays. Between now and Christmas Day customers have a daily chance and just 30 seconds, in which to smash through Santa’s presents and amass as many points as possible, avoiding point deducting ‘coal’ on the way!
12:00 AM 20th December 2023
Europe
Unspoilt Island Gets First Boutique Hotel – 2024
Launching in Q2 2024, Odera, will be the first luxury boutique hotel of its kind on the unspoilt Greek island of Tinos. Sitting in a secluded bay with a private beach amongst the island’s dramatic landscape, the hotel will comprise 77 rooms and pool suites, an expansive spa and private beach club.
12:00 AM 18th December 2023
holidays
Boating Joy Among The Dunes
If the chance to ‘borrow’ a superyacht or, perhaps something a little smaller, appeals, then the leading boat rental and yacht charter marketplace in the UK – Borrow a Boat - is on a mission to promote one of the world’s up and coming destinations: the sandy shores of Dubai and its UAE neighbours!
12:00 AM 12th December 2023
Europe
Boutique Florence Hotel Acquires West Wing!
Florence boutique hotel, Calimala The East - formerly known as Hotel Calimala- is about to get another point on the compass: Calimala The West! The acquisition of a 19th-century Gothic-style building originally built by Italian architect Pietro Maria Bardi in Florence’s Centro Storico neighbourhood, means the hotel now has an additional 65 rooms.
12:00 AM 4th December 2023
holidays
Unique Partnership Opens Up Middle East Tourism
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Raki Phillips (L) with Dr Hashil Obaid Al Mahrouqi of OMRAN
The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) and Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collectively initiate and pursue cross-destination tourism promotion.
11:05 AM 14th November 2023
Hotels
The Luxury Castle For Whisky Connoisseurs
The founder of iconic Whisky Magazine, Damin Riley-Smith, is throwing open the doors of his castle to……you’ve guessed it: lovers of the world’s finest single malts. Rothes Glen – ‘The Luxury Castle for Whisky Connoisseurs’ – is situated in the heart of Speyside, located in the north west of the Scottish Highlands and famed for its whisky heritage.
1:00 AM 2nd November 2023
Europe
Sunny Cyprus To Blow Away The Autumn Chills?
Ever considered Cyprus as a late-summer/autumn destination? With temperatures still high enough for sunbathing and the sea still warm, it's a great short-haul destination for those who want sun and stuff to do!
1:00 AM 30th September 2023
Hotels
UAE Unveils First ChatGPT-Powered Virtual Hospitality Concierge
‘Nuha’, a pioneering virtual hospitality concierge powered by ChatGPT, has launched in Dubai, making it the first of its type in the UAE. The cutting-edge AI system, conceptualized and developed in-house, has made its grand debut at the iconic Address Downtown Hotel. The move makes Address Hotels and Resorts the UAE's first luxury Hospitality Group to leverage AI in this way.
12:20 AM 26th September 2023
Hotels
Don’t Kick The Bucket Just Yet!
Four-star Northumberland hotel, Langley Castle, has taken inspiration from a guest who put the castle on his bucket list, using his story to add a new sparkle to its marketing.
12:20 AM 22nd September 2023
Asia
More Bang For Your Buck In Borneo
Travellers looking for Asian luxury on a budget might want to consider Borneo’s Shangri-La Rasa Ria which has discounts on certain stays until 20th December this year. The award-winning resort is slashing 20% off rooms in its world-class Ocean Wing. Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, Shangri-La Rasa Ria is situated in an incredible, unique location where the sea meets the rainforest.
12:20 AM 20th September 2023
Europe
Crete’s Big Hotel Reveal
The Wyndham Grand Crete Mirabello Bay Hotel in Greece has unveiled its latest raft of renovations, promising “opulence and sophistication.” The property is debuting a new seaside laguna and is also introducing Crete’s largest privately owned marina with direct ocean access to the Aegean’s crystal-clear waters: an ideal destination for yacht-fanatics and sailors alike.
1:00 AM 6th September 2023
Europe
Sustainably Driven Destination Gets New Property
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has opened its first property in Greece. The luxury resort – Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navareiono, is nestled amidst a breathtaking landscape in Navarino Bay, affording unparalleled views of the historic bay and the lush Messinian countryside.
1:00 AM 31st August 2023
Asia
Asian Getaways For The Girls!
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
If Paris is passé and Hurghada’s history then perhaps the next girlie trip should be to the lost horizons of Shangri-La and Asia? While many might not immediately think of the Far East as their first choice for a girls getaway, this enchanting continent holds a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be explored.
1:00 AM 29th August 2023
Europe
Greece’s Take On Asian Cuisine Mykonos Style
Chic bohemian hotel, Kensho Ornos is inviting travellers to the island of Mykonos, to sample its five-star hospitality and award winning ‘chef with flair’, Ippokratis Anagnostelis.
1:00 AM 26th August 2023
Weekend
Verbier - Melting Your Heart In Summer
When you spot Welsh Bass baritone, Bryn Terfel queuing his way through Geneva customs en-route to one of Switzerland’s most famous ski resorts, with little more than sheet music and a robust overnight bag, questions must be asked!
1:00 AM 12th August 2023
Europe
Hilton Lake Como Promises Foodie Heaven
Gourmet Getaways have been put on the menu by the Hilton Lake Como in Italy. From candlelight concerts and a regional street food pop-up showcasing the very best of Italian cuisine to poolside gelato and a new experimental cocktail menu at signature restaurant bar Terrazza 241, the lakeside paradise is the ultimate choice for a gourmet getaway this season.
1:00 AM 26th July 2023
Hotels
Discounts At Edinburgh’s Glass Act
Edinburgh’s five-star The Glasshouse Hotel is offering 20% off summer stays courtesy of its ‘20th Anniversary Emerald Package’. Next to the city’s famous Playhouse and moments away from bustling Princes Street, YTL Hotels' property is a top-notch city sanctuary, offering the perfect base to explore and become immersed in Scottish heritage.
10:00 AM 24th July 2023
Hotels
Unique Charter Flight To Egypt - We Sphinx It’s A Great Idea!
As the UK’s only direct flight to Cairo in Egypt launched out of Manchester Airport less than a week ago, TUI has put its 2024 winter holiday programme on sale with not only thousands of resorts to choose from, but another prized Middle East destination.
1:00 AM 21st July 2023
Europe
Open To New Golfing Experiences?
Photo by Mick Haupt on Unsplash
As The Open Championship prepares to start this coming week, Jet2holidays is encouraging keen golfers to take advantage of its European hotels with glorious golf courses. Whether you’re still working on your putting accuracy or see yourself as a budding McIlroy, tee-off on a tee-riffic golfing holiday this summer.
1:00 AM 17th July 2023
Hotels
New York Hotel – But It’s No Big Apple!
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Nick Holgate and his team make ready for the opening of York's newest hotel
The countdown has begun to the opening of York’s newest hotel, a period property set in the heart of the ancient city within a restored Grade 2 listed townhouse.
1:00 AM 1st June 2023
holidays
New Luxury Collection For Solo Adventure Travellers
A leading solo adventure travel brand has announced the launch of a new luxury offering. The WeRoad Collection gives solo adventure travellers the opportunity to explore remote locations while enjoying a more luxurious experience.
1:00 AM 23rd May 2023
Europe
Heavenly Honeymoons And Sicilian Sunsets
Italy has been the No.1 destination for honeymooners for many years but now, Sicily is making its mark as one of the most romantic honeymoon hotspots in the Mediterranean. An island steeped in ancient history, and vibrant culture, famed for its cuisine and wine, Sicily offers everything demanded of a romantic honeymoon escape.
1:00 AM 22nd April 2023
Hotels
A Right Royal Culinary Bash!
As you ready yourself for the King’s Coronation on May 6th, look out for all things regal as hotels in the capital line up to pay homage to the new Monarch. Here’s your starter for 10 at the Royal Lancaster London which will be offering food fit for a king starting April 28th. That’s the date they launch their royal themed afternoon tea which is only available until 9th May.
8:00 AM 12th April 2023
Europe
A Glass Act In Mykonos!
One of the most iconic waterfront properties on the Greek island of Mykonos, is offering early season bookers a 20% discount and the chance to sample the island’s only private glass-fronted pool. Tucked alongside a slope overlooking Ornos Bay, the 5* boutique luxury hotel is set to welcome guests again from 5th May.
2:00 AM 1st April 2023
Europe
Heavenly Hideaway With Arisocratic Aspirations!
A former ‘Medici’ villa, once owned by the Italian banking dynasty and where Grand Duke Leopold II and his court resided at the hottest time of the year, has reopened for the summer season.
2:00 AM 26th March 2023
Asia
Eggciting Luxury Breaks This Easter
With Christmas almost an age behind us it will soon be time for a Spring break and, with Easter, just around the corner, here are a few ideas. We always like to set a good eggsample!
7:00 AM 21st March 2023
Review
Out In The Cold At Coniston!
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
There is a rugged landscape photograph mounted on the wall of room 20 in the Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa just outside Skipton in North Yorkshire. Nothing unusual about that, you might think, until you spy a small tent card sitting on the circular writing table at the other side of the room.
7:00 AM 17th March 2023
Americas
Multi Million Re-Fit For St. Lucia Beach Resort
Phil Hopkins
Group Travel Editor & Theatre Correspondent
Ocean Point Residence Exterior
The Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort in St Lucia has debuted a new look following a transformative multi-million dollar renovation to the Mediterranean style 65-acre property.
7:00 AM 25th February 2023
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