Europe and Middle East

Exclusive guide to the best holiday destinations in Europe and Middle East. independent reviews from award-winning travel writers

Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Exterior

Four Seasons Hotel Ritz,  Lisbon

I don’t suppose it’s my magnetic personality playing havoc with the key cards at the Four Seasons, Hotel Ritz but I find myself locked out of my room a couple of times. No problem, reception simply gives me a bundle of cards to provide for any number of eventualities

Read the full story here
RP 2016 1022 MV AerialsFL 444 TB RGB

Round Britain Cruise on Royal Princess

For many International travellers, perhaps the best way of exploring the British Iles is from the comfort of a luxury cruise ship. Andy Mossack joins Royal Princess at Edinburgh for the last few days of her 12 night around Britain cruise.

Read the full story here
Andy Mossack enjoys a day out on the high sea as he explores sailboat charters in Campania.

Sailboat charters in Campania. Experience a fantastic private yacht tour.

“Where are we going today then Marzio?”  “We go wherever the wind takes us, my friend.” So says Marzio Cuoco, former RAF Tornado pilot and now a charterer of luxury sailboats based in the charming port of Agropoli in Campania

Read the full story here
Bohemia Bar and Restaurant

Brilliant Bohemia Bar and Restaurant. Jersey

I must admit, having a one-star Michelin Restaurant to ourselves might be seen by some as a little self-indulgent but what the heck. You only live once, and I intend to live it to the full.

Read the full story here
5125 Ocean Restaurant signature setting 1

Ocean Restaurant, Jersey

he Atlantic Hotel high above St. Ouens Bay in Jersey has an awful lot going for it. Not only is it, hands down, my favourite hotel on the island – it sits in a breathtaking position at the top of the cliffs – but its Ocean Restaurant has a culinary offering to rival anywhere else on Jersey.

Read the full story here
External shot of the hotel 1

The Atlantic Hotel

Adjacent to the third tee on Jersey’s famed La Moye Golf Club, The Atlantic Hotel has been in the very safe hands of the Burke family for nearly 50 years. It’s also quietly become probably the finest hotel Jersey has to offer.

Read the full story here