To truly enjoy a destination, you need the best local tips from the most savvy luxury lovers. Luckily for us, we offer one-of-a-kind hotels that are proudly independent to ensure we have first-hand local knowledge to create unforgettable experiences. Here is a selection of curated articles that use our local knowledge as a guide to help your holiday become a tailored, luxury-packed adventure.
Itineraries
Every great trip starts with exceptional planning – fear not as SLH have done the hard work for you. Hit the road and explore one of our carefully curated luxury travel intineraries. From a coastal road trip through the South of France to luxury island hopping in Thailand – we’ve plotted the route so you can just take your pick…
Off-the-beaten-track: highlights of Bhutan
A 9-day itinerary through the last remaining Himalayan Kingdom From hilltop fortresses and ancient Buddhist monasteries to breathtaking landscapes…
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Southern Spain: sultry cities & coastal resorts
A twelve-day itinerary from Seville to Sotogrande Strung around Southern Spain like sparkling jewels, Seville and the Costa del Sol…
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On the UNESCO trail in Southeast Asia
A 2-week temple-hopping itinerary in Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam With jungle-tangled ruins and historic cities dotted with temples, it's no…
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3 of Europe’s most remote mountain retreats
Fresh, alpine air. Pristine, serene scenery as far as the eye can see. Remote yet reachable, these rural retreats are all open for summer visitors...
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Wine tasting and culture chasing: sampling some Spanish magic
Joanna Renwick, Executive PA to SLH’s CEO, savours two of Spain’s most tempting spots for the perfect pairing of city break and country escape… Wine...
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From truffle hunting to plant-powered eating, discover the top food experiences for 2020
Sometimes, it pays to get out of the kitchen. Especially when that means diving into new sights, sounds and flavours. But what exactly is on...
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Dip in: Hotels with swimming pools in the UK
No moment encapsulates the feeling of a relaxing break like slipping into a hotel pool. Whether you want to unwind body and mind, have fun...
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Barcelona: cool for kids
Essential family-friendly experiences – and hotels to match Barcelona may be a favourite city break for fashionistas and foodies, but there’s plenty to keep the...
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The Foodie Edit: at home with SLH
Mouth-watering dishes from around the world, ready for you to recreate from your very own home. A selection of easy to make, flavourful recipes including...
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A Night at The Fish: The Perfect UK Staycation
Just before the outbreak of Covid-19 in the UK, SLH’s Digital Image & Content Executive, Chloe Frost-Smith, visits the Cotswolds and discovers why you don’t...
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Top 5 natural wonders of Scotland
Mist-covered Munros. Legendary lochs. Ancient pine-wood forests in every shade of green, gold and purple. It’s hard to put the sheer splendour and variety of...
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Treat yourself to some Earth friendly luxury
Conserving water and energy. Protecting wildlife and habitats. Whether we’re on a city break or kicking back in a luxury hotel, we all want to...
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Sakura in spring: the ultimate guide to cherry blossom season
From Shanghai to Amsterdam, people across the globe eagerly await the arrival of sakura season each year. Originating in Japan, the ancient tradition of hanami...
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6 of Europe’s Most Beautiful Bedrooms
Marble for miles, and acres of gold. Clashing colours and in-your-face modern ‘art’. We’ve all stayed in hotel rooms that have strong…ahem…design principles. But a...
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International Women’s Day 2020
Meet the women behind our brand SLH is dedicated to celebrating and sharing the successes of all the women who make up our brand. Women...
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Q&A with Gisele Orellano, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Hermana Creatives
As Co-Founder of Hermana Creatives, a global creative family specialising in digital branding, Gisele Orellano has worked closely with SLH’s Head of Social Media,...
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Q&A with Cristina Mallia, SLH’s Senior Vice President of Hotel Services
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF. WHERE ARE YOU FROM? I live in Surrey with my partner John. My parents are both originally from the same beautiful...
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Q&A with Barbara Levedag, SLH’s Vice President of Development
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF. WHERE ARE YOU FROM? As a native German I grew up close to Hamburg, and I moved to London via a...
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The ultimate London city guide
What to do in the king (or queen) of all capitals You’d be forgiven for wondering where to start when it comes to a break...
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Worth the trek: 4 incredible off-the-beaten-track hiking destinations
From Norway’s fjords to the valleys of Morocco Forget the Inca Trail and the Camino de Santiago – sometimes you want to lace up your...
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Four of the best luxury family hotels in the UK
Travelling with children can mean sacrificing luxury over facilities. It doesn’t have to be this way! Here are four of the best luxury family hotels...
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Go behind-the-seams of the world’s most stylish suites
As Fashion Week comes to town in London, New York, Paris and Milan, we shine a spotlight on some of the world’s most stylish boutique...
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Me Time: Inspiring February Escapes for Solo Travellers
Forget Cupid and his bow. For some, February is all about independent travel. Whether you’re after some winter sun, want to leave the nine-to-five behind...
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