A city institution with a reputation for no-thrills reliability, Crowne Plaza is one of the Finnish capital’s biggest hotels and a long-term landmark set back from Helsinki’s main central artery, Mannerheimintie. It attracts both business visitors from abroad and Finns in town for special events. See the full post >

Klaus K is popular for its central location and imaginative style. The design theme, combined with references to The Kalevala, Finland’s national epic poem, adds to the character, as does the individuality of the rooms. Retail and cultural attractions of the Finnish capital are close by. See the full post >

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If you’ve ever dreamed of staying in one of the blazing white stucco terraces that surround Hyde Park, then The Gore might be for you. All the better if you have a penchant for Venetian beds and damask chaise longues. The restaurant has seen better centuries, but the bar is one of the best-kept secrets […]

A Georgian country house with grounds, including a wildflower meadow (mead) that stretches down to a tributary of the River Bure, from where the Norfolk Broads can be explored. Husband and wife Anna Duttson and James Holliday bought and refurbished the hotel in 2014 and it now makes a sophisticated and gentle base. See the […]

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Though perhaps Lisbon’s most central hotel, there is little sniff of the mainstream in this trendy, boutique property that peers from the corner of Rossio Square. Instead, a friendly, smart and thoughtful cool pervades. See the full post >

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This eco-conscious luxury lodge consists of 10 architect-designed cabins and 15 tents. But don’t be fooled by the word tent; these vast spaces host a bathroom, cooling system and generous deck that provides the perfect position for enjoying sundowners – in true safari tradition. See the full post >