City Escapes, Unlimited Adventures

12/06/2026

The Case for Staying in 'Boring' Neighbourhoods: How Second-Tier Streets Support a City Better

05/06/2026

Before the Crowds Arrive: City Hotels to Lock In for July and August

Why Japan's Newest Gastronomy Cities Deserve a Place on Your Shortlist

Top Cities

12/06/2026

Why Japan's Newest Gastronomy Cities Deserve a Place on Your Shortlist

How to Negotiate a Hotel Room Upgrade Without Being That Guest

17/06/2026

How to Negotiate a Hotel Room Upgrade Without Being That Guest

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Luxury Options

14/05/2026

Four Seasons Mykonos: What the Brand's Greek Island Debut Signals for the Cyclades

Four Seasons’ first Greek island property in Mykonos brings Nicos Valsamakis architecture, 94 sea view rooms and a private beach to design minded urban travellers.

13/05/2026

The Hotels Opening Their Doors This Summer and Why They Matter

A curated guide to the most compelling new hotel openings summer 2026, from London icons to Aegean islands, with insider booking strategies for urban getaways.

The Art of the Extended Business Trip: Cities Where Bleisure Actually Works

Top Cities

15/05/2026

The Art of the Extended Business Trip: Cities Where Bleisure Actually Works

Discover how to evaluate bleisure travel, from cost comparisons and hotel choices to city profiles like Singapore, Lisbon, New Orleans, and Charleston, so you can extend business trips into rewarding long weekends without breaking company travel rules.

NYC Leads an Unexpected Urban Travel Surge This Spring

Top Cities

11/05/2026

NYC Leads an Unexpected Urban Travel Surge This Spring

New York City is leading a powerful urban spring travel surge, reshaping US tourism, boosting economic impact and redefining how high-end travellers plan city breaks.

21/05/2026

City Hotels That Genuinely Welcome Families: What to Look for Beyond the Kids' Club

Practical guide to choosing genuinely family-friendly city hotels for urban travel, covering room layouts, walkable neighbourhoods, breakfast logistics, pools, safety and key brands in New York, Chicago, Atlanta and beyond.

Airelles Venice: Why Giudecca Island is the City's Most Compelling New Address

07/05/2026

Airelles Venice: Why Giudecca Island is the City's Most Compelling New Address

Discover Airelles Palladio Venice on Giudecca Island, a forthcoming luxury hotel in Venice with gardens, spa and lagoon views, offering a quieter alternative to staying near San Marco.

The Rise of Grocery Tourism: What Supermarket Aisles Reveal About a City

Explore how the grocery tourism food travel trend 2026 is reshaping urban getaways, from Tokyo depachika and Barcelona markets to Erewhon and Paris épiceries, with data, examples and practical tips for reading a city through its supermarket shelves.

06/05/2026

New EU Rules Force Hotels to Prove Their Green Credentials

Discover how upcoming EU hotel sustainability regulations for 2026 will reshape city hotel stays, from verified eco labels and PEFCR reporting to EU Ecolabel alignment and evidence-based green claims.

The Neighbourhood Test: How to Know if Your City Hotel is in the Right Spot

Learn how to choose the best hotel location for a city break, from walkability and neighbourhood character to safety, transit access, and matching the area to your travel style.

Milan's Fashion District Hotels: Staying Where the City's Design Pulse is Strongest

by Elodie-Marie Beauchamp

09/05/2026

Milan's Fashion District Hotels: Staying Where the City's Design Pulse is Strongest

Discover where to stay in Milan’s fashion district, from iconic hotels in the Quadrilatero della Moda to nearby areas like Porta Venezia and Porta Nuova, with real price ranges, walking times and practical tips for a design‑led city break.

Elegant ways to travel in the fall for urban getaways

Elegant guide to travel in the fall for urban getaways, blending city culture, foliage, and practical planning tips for refined autumn escapes.

Refined stays in luxury hotels in Tuscany Italy for the urban traveler

A journalist’s guide to luxury hotels in Tuscany Italy, tailored to urban travelers seeking refined rooms, villas, spas, and wine experiences across the Tuscan countryside.

Elegant stays in Positano: choosing a hotel with a swimming pool on the Amalfi coast

Personal Journeys

11/04/2026

Elegant stays in Positano: choosing a hotel with a swimming pool on the Amalfi coast

Plan an elegant stay in a hotel in Positano with swimming pool. Compare pools, sea views, villas, privacy and booking tips for refined Amalfi coast escapes.

Capri and the Amalfi Coast in Italy for refined urban-style getaways

Plan an elegant Capri and Amalfi Coast Italy escape with urban-style itineraries, ferry links, marina life, and refined coastal towns ideal for sophisticated travelers.

Elegant hotel suites with fireplace for refined urban getaways

Explore refined hotel suites with fireplace in urban settings, with expert tips on layouts, amenities, booking strategies, and trusted properties across U.S. cities.

10/04/2026

Elegant hotels near Italy’s finest beach clubs for urban‑minded escapes

Elegant Italian hotels near top beach clubs and Lake Como, tailored to urban travellers seeking refined rooms, sea views, spas and cultured coastal escapes.

Refined stays in Dublin: the best hotels for remote workers

Personal Journeys

07/04/2026

Refined stays in Dublin: the best hotels for remote workers

A refined guide to the best hotels in Dublin for remote workers, highlighting Wi-Fi, workspaces, and central locations for productive urban getaways.