20 great agriturismos and farm stays in Europe: readers’ tips
The agriturismo movement started in Italy but readers have had breaks on working farms from France to Iceland and Croatia to CreteThis country is dotted with amazing organic farm stays but we love Pri...
View ArticleGarden getaways
These splendid hotels and cottages sit in some of the country’s finest gardens ands estates, offering relaxation and a riot of colourBucolic bliss awaits at Barnsley House hotel in Cirencester....
View ArticleA local’s guide to Palma de Mallorca: 10 top tips
The Spanish island’s seaside capital punches above its weight when it comes to restaurants, art and culture – perfect for a late-spring or early-summer getawayI love the maze of Moorish-feeling little...
View Article10 of the best railway hotels in Europe: readers’ travel tips
A friendly welcome and comfortable bed are just the tonic after a long journey: our tipsters know the best hotels near stations from the Med to the TirolCerbère is the last village in France before...
View ArticleLocanda on the Weir, Porlock Weir, Somerset: B&B review
The inventive food at this stylish restaurant-with-rooms is a real treat after walking on Exmoor or the South West Coast PathPorlock Weir, a coastal hamlet a couple of miles west of Porlock village,...
View ArticleFrance by train: Paris-Bordeaux-Provence round trip
A memorable journey on some of France’s famous trains, through stunning countryside, cities, hilltop villages, gorges and along the MedThe high-speed train (TGV) from Paris-Montparnasse to Bordeaux is...
View ArticleTravelodge seeks 3,000 students as it faces Brexit staff shortage
Budget hotel chain offers flexible working hours to fit in with university studyTravelodge is aiming to recruit 3,000 students this summer with contracts that allow them to fit work around their...
View Article10 of the best UK B&Bs for vegetarians and vegans
Not a sausage in sight – well, only veggie ones – at the B&Bs we’ve selected to celebrate the start of National Vegetarian WeekA gothic house built in 1859 and set in 80 acre grounds, this Lake...
View ArticleHighland spring: escaping to an art hotel in the Cairngorms
Taxidermy, tartan walls and modern art give the revamped Fife Arms hotel, in Aberdeenshire, a shot of wild dramaOne of the books artfully piled up on the coffee table in the German Emperor, our...
View ArticleTarifa holiday guide: the best activities, bars, restaurants and hotels
This beach town in the far south of Spain, only a windsurf away from Africa, mixes a surfer vibe with excellent nightlifeIt’s the most southerly town in mainland Europe, only 14km from Africa across...
View ArticleCity break in Turku – where the Finnish started
Finland’s oldest city and former capital is well worth a visit, with buzzing bars, restaurants and museums, plus 20,000 islets to exploreQuiz question: which is the oldest city in Finland and became...
View Article10 of the best family-friendly hotels and villas in Greece
From the peaks of the Peloponnese to Greek island beaches, all these places to stay have lots of character plus fun, child-friendly featuresIt’s rare to find a hotel that appeals to children of all...
View Article10 of the best hostels in rural Scotland
Rucksack at the ready ... these budget stays range from a historic crofters’ village to a purpose-built bunkhouse, all in spectacular settings One of the new breed of boutique hostels, the Cowshed on...
View Article10 of the best hotels for cyclists in the UK, France and Spain
Even the fittest riders need a place to relax, refuel and carry out repairs. Our expert knows the best bike-friendly hotels and B&Bs in cycling hotspotsIn a great spot overlooking the Cefn Coed...
View Article10 of Europe's best new seaside hotels
Looking to stay close to the beach? Check out (and maybe check in to) these stylish, recently opened hotels and apartments from Latvia to Las Palmas On a remote and rocky hillside on the Mani...
View ArticleZ Hotel Bath: review
With rooms from £45 in the centre of a city with a reputation for expensive accommodation, this new budget hotel chain is a welcome arrivalEarly evening at the Z Hotel Bath and the reception and lounge...
View Article'Plant-curious': UK's first 100% vegan hotel opens in the Highlands
Family firm hopes to attract people keen to try plant-based alternatives to meatIn the kitchen of Saorsa 1875, Luca Sordi is decorating a scoop of zesty almond butter with a sprinkling of fermented...
View ArticleTake me to the Boom Boom Room! Inside the risqué hotel for 24-hour party people
America’s raciest hotel chain has turned a boring British office block into an Austin Powers-style crash pad complete with retro reception, leftie library – and rooftop baths. Groovy baby!When the...
View ArticleFrench minister holds talks with hotel cleaners amid strikes
Secretary for equality promises review of working conditions for cleaners, most of whom are womenThe French government has held talks with hotel cleaners’ agencies amid several strikes and picket lines...
View ArticleWarning: free hotel wifi is a hacker’s dream
Hotel systems are so leaky it’s worth investing in your own virtual private networkYou’ve just arrived at the hotel after a delayed flight and a half-hour wrangle with the car-hire firm. And then you...
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