For such a small, under-the-radar country, Uruguay packs quite the mighty punch when it comes to championing a progressive outlook to civic society. From a socialist president who shares his wealth with those in …
Hotels South AmericaFour Seasons Hotel, Carmelo: Quiet countryside setting
Hotels South AmericaW Hotel Santiago, Santiago de Chile: High-end boutique hotel
My sense of timing is often inopportune, as I was reminded of flying over the Andes from Buenos Aires on our way to Santiago de Chile. I’m not a fearful …
Hotels South AmericaPark Hyatt Palacio Duhau Hotel, Buenos Aires: Cool and sophisticated
The very first time I visited Buenos Aires back in 2007, it stole a little piece of my heart. I was in love, describing it to friends as a cross …
Hotels Middle East and AfricaAtlantis Palm Resort, Dubai: The great desert escape
For the uninitiated, Dubai conjures up images of 5-star opulence, shiny skyscrapers, designer shopping and vast stretches of desert extending as far as the eye can see. And the reality isn’t too far off …
Asia Pacific HotelsNaumi Hotel, Singapore: Everything you need for an enjoyable stay
We hadn’t planned to visit Singapore. As our departure date and the prospect of two back-to-back long haul flights loomed on the horizon, we thought breaking up the journey from Australia …
Asia Pacific HotelsIntercontinental Rialto Hotel, Melbourne: Unique luxury property
After a prolonged absence, I wasn’t sure how I’d feel about being back in Melbourne. While simultaneously unable to contain my excitement or manage the emotional baggage of returning to my birth …
Hotels Middle East and AfricaLe Gray Hotel, Beirut: Could be exceptional
A group of us spent the weekend at Le Gray Beirut to celebrate a milestone birthday. If you’re familiar with Campbell Gray’s other properties like One Aldwych in London and The Carlisle …
Hotels South AmericaLe Cameleon Hotel, Puerto Viejo: Boutique property on the Caribbean coast
Keen to have a contrasting view to our Manuel Antonio experience of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, we took on a 7-hour epic drive through mountainous roads, thunderstorms and some of the …
Hotels South AmericaThe Suu Hotel, Manuel Antonio: Disappointing and not great value
Pura Vida – the ubiquitous slogan of Costa Rica is something you’ll see everywhere you turn. While ‘Pure Life’ is the literal translation, it’s much harder to explain in practice. …
Hotels North AmericaArmadores de Santander Hotel, Havana: Welcome to Cuba, where luxury is absent
It’s rather churlish to throw ones toys out of the pram over the available hotel accommodation options in any given City. Especially when that destination is Havana, a place perpetually …
Hotels North AmericaSt. Regis Hotel, Mexico City: Fantastic luxury hotel product
I love Mexico City. Even though it takes my breath away (quite literally), like a moth to a flame I’ve been drawn to the raucous chaos of this bustling metropolis …