Sparkling Surrey: England’s first vineyard hotel
A champagne cork’s throw from Dorking – and 40 minutes from London – our wine critic toasts English plonk’s progress at a vineyard that feels like part of the local community
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Top 10 vineyard stays in the UK and Europe – to visit by train
On the cusp of the grape harvest, here’s our pick of vineyard stays easily accessible by train in the UK, France and Switzerland
How luxury hotels such as Biarritz’s Hôtel du Palais have helped shape history
The venue for this weekend’s G7 summit played a pivotal role in Edwardian politics
Forget the minibar, sleek lobby and mints on the pillow: hotels need to focus on the bed. Study
Delivering a superior sleep experience—from the quality of the bed, linens and pillows to the ambient sound and temperature of the room—is a huge opportunity for hotels, J.D. Power Finds. According to the J.D. Power 2019 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index (NAGSI) Study, SM released last week, quality of sleep is … Read more
Six Senses to open in Iceland a hub for those passionate about nature and wellness
Six Senses, one of the world’s leading operators of luxury hotels, resorts and spas, is daydreaming about the country of fire and ice for its next development. Iceland is enjoying clean air, sustainable energy, and high national happiness. Six Senses said its goal is to align guests and residents with natural order and … Read more
Room with a bloom: 10 beautiful garden getaways in the UK
These splendid hotels and cottages sit in some of the country’s finest gardens ands estates, offering relaxation and a riot of colour