Creature comforts and space in Kyoto One aspect about Japan travellers regularly comment on, is that hotel rooms are often on the smaller side. And I get it. Space comes at a premium price in this island country, home to 126.8 million people. But with a little research, you can find exceptions to the 'small hotel room' syndrome without costing a … [Read more...]
Seattle’s Maxwell Hotel where pineapples rule
Seattle is a city visitors don’t want to leave. I put my hand up and admit I was one of those visitors. Despite spending four days exploring the city, then sneaking up to Vancouver before returning for one more night in Seattle, I was sad to say farewell to the Emerald City. Staying in the Maxwell Hotel for my last night was the perfect way to end … [Read more...]
Five star luxury hotel in Dubai
Finding the luxe in Dubai Being greeted by a doorman at the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai dressed in tails and a top hat is an unexpected but stylish touch. Stepping through the revolving doors my eye is drawn to an image showcasing the city and some of Dubai’s most impressive architectural wonders. Above the expansive cityscape, a modern … [Read more...]
The Caley Hotel in Edinburgh
Ed Sheeran’s song ‘Castle on the Hill’ plays in my head as I take in the view from The Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian. Clinging to the craggy outcrop of an extinct volcano are the imposing fortress and mottled sandstone buildings of the Edinburgh Castle. The Caledonian, or the 'Caley' as its affectionately known, proudly boasts more … [Read more...]
Waldorf Astoria – The Caledonian, Edinburgh, Scotland
Luxe hotel in the heart of Edinburgh I have an undeniable passion for Scotland fueled by a number of things, including the Scottish blood running deep within my veins, as well as my love of anything Outlander (books and TV series.) So when I stepped into the hotel lobby of the Caledonian - I felt I'd arrived at a place I knew was going to be hard … [Read more...]
Saigon’s Cuc Gach Quan – Brangelina love it
If it's good enough for Brangelina it's good enough for me! In November 2011, four years after adopting their second child Pax Thien, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie returned to Vietnam. They were spotted eating at Cuc Gach Quan - a restaurant in Saigon. I also dined at Cuc Gach Quan but it wasn't because of the Brangelina connection (which I found … [Read more...]