Hear about the Abu Dhabi vending machine that dispenses gold? It’s no joke –Emirates Palace hotel has installed ATM-like machines that monitor the precious metal’s ... [read more]
What can one say of a hotel where the bedrooms can be described as quirkily decorated at best and need refurbishment; where the bathrooms are ... [read more]
With over 900 riads offering accommodation, there is no shortage of fabulous places to stay in Marrakech. The same cannot be said once you’ve stepped ... [read more]
Where to throw a memorable house party for a landmark birthday with an invitation list to accommodate parents, godparents, a clutch of recalcitrant teenagers, another ... [read more]
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, is one of those places dubbed a 'hole'. It's neither particularly old, nor particularly beautiful. But read on because now there's ... [read more]
Everyone appreciates the extras when staying in a hotel - a decent restaurant, a pool or spa, beautiful grounds. Visitors to the Hempel then, will ... [read more]
While seeking directions for local estancias I unexpectedly stumbled upon a gem of a hotel. The owner Tony was helping us with directions and then ... [read more]