Chile
Paradise found at Posada Quelat in Chile
Patricio is owner of Posada Quelat, a series of wooden cabins dotted around a garden of Eden with gunnera’s so huge I could have used one as a hammock. […]
places to stay
Food & drink
A Taste of Rural Idyll at El Mondalón on Gran Canaria
At first glance the menu appears to be typically Canarian with favourites such as papas con mojo (potatoes with hot sauces), albóndigas (meatballs) and solomillo (fillet steak) but closer study reveals an intriguing creative slant from Chef Pepe Gonzalez… […]
Europe
Pousada de Santa Marinha, Guimarães
An imposing, former 12th century monastery where original, 18th century Azulejos tiles, Moorish architecture and monks’ cells have been given an award winning architectural makeover … […]
Guimaraes
Villa Hotel, Guimarães
A chic, boutique hotel in easy strolling distance of the historic centre, spitting distance of the railway station and perfectly positioned for exploring all parts of Guimarães. […]
Hotels
Hotel Barceló Santiago, Puerto Santiago, Tenerife
Fronted by the neighbouring Canary Island of La Gomera which provides the stage for the sun’s nightly adieu performance, and occupying the best seats on the island for views of the monolithic cliffs of Los Gigantes, when it comes to fabulous Tenerife coastal vistas, the four star Hotel Barceló Santiago holds pole position. […]
Hotels
Hotel Beatriz Atlantis and Spa, Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife
Located opposite the Playa Martiánez beach and just a stride away from the lovely Lago Martiánez swimming pool complex, the recently refurbished four star Beatriz Atlantis is a comfortable, modern hotel on the sea front in Puerto de la Cruz. […]
Africa
Dar Al Bahar, Essaouira, Morocco
Meaning ‘House by the Sea’, Dar Al Bahar is a beautiful, traditional dar of four storeys built into the ramparts of the old city with views over the ocean and the medina. Perfectly located within a footstep of the heart of the bustling medina… […]
Africa
Riad Merstane, Marrakech
A stunning 200 year old riad, beautifully restored and impeccably maintained in the residential area of the Marrakech medina, a ten minute walk to the souks and 25 minutes to the famous Jemaa El F’na square. Riad Merstane is hidden away in a maze of alleys and entering from the medina is like walking into a perfumed and tranquil oasis. […]
Benidorm
Hotel Benidorm Plaza, Benidorm
Perfectly located just a short stroll from Playa Levante and an even shorter one from the old town, Hotel Benidorm Plaza is a modern, clean, bright and friendly hotel. […]