China: past and present
Travel through time in China, with our collection of luxury boutique hotels set everywhere from ancient water towns to cosmopolitan, future-focused cities.
Explore China
48 hours in Shanghai
Explore the bustling city of Shanghai in just 48 hours, from the glitz and glamour of the skyline, to the historical streets running out to the Yangtze River.
Explore Shanghai
Springtime in Saratoga
Find out why peaceful Saratoga should be on your springtime travel shortlist with our pick of seasonal highlights, from local food to the great outdoors.
Fall in love with Saratoga next spring
Panama City and beyond
Experience all that Panama City has to offer, from its galleries and historical sights to the spellbinding natural wonders just a road trip or boat ride away.
Discover two sides to panama city
Flavours of Dubrovnik
Savour every moment – and every meal – of your Dubrovnik city break, with our guide to the cuisine of Croatia’s Dalmatian coast and where best to try it.
Coastal Croatian Cuisine
International Women's Day
Women around the globe are uniting to bring change to the world through equal treatment and equal opportunities.
We reached out to the many women who make SLH magic, from hotel Owners to General Managers to leading SLH staff. We sat down with some of them to get their thoughts on being a women in the luxury travel industry.
Meet the Women Behind our Brand
UNCOVERING THE SECRETS OF VENICE’S SIX SESTIERI
From iconic architecture to gondolier-scattered canals, almost every corner of Venice is well-known the world over. In fact, you might be wondering what else there is to discover during your trip. But fear not – this remarkable floating city has more than a few surprises up its sleeve.
Discover the secrets of Venice
THE TOP 5 SURFING SPOTS IN AUSTRALIA
With 50,000km of coastline, it can be hard to know where to start on your surfing trip to Australia. Swells from the Atlantic and the Indian Ocean splash the shore year-round, attracting visitors from across the globe. No matter where you are, you’ll never be far from a superb surf spot.
Let's Surf
From Venice to Asolo: a wanderer’s guide
See the best of both worlds on this two-stop tour of northern Italy – from the magic of Venice in winter to the serenity and luxury hotels of hilltop Asolo.
The two faces of Northern Italy
Art Deco adventures in Miami Beach
Experience the historical side to Miami Beach with a walking tour of its Art Deco architecture, from the bold and futuristic to the small and impossibly pretty.
Art Deco Miami Beach
Spotlight on St. Barthélemy
Escape to St Barthélemy this winter and discover an island dotted with beautiful beaches, stylish towns and boutique hotels made for laid-back luxury living.
Explore St. Barthélemy
DISCOVERING DUBAI’S MOST VIBRANT NEIGHBOURHOODS
A dazzling jewel set in a golden desert, Dubai is a medley of cosmopolitan sheen and Emirati tradition. Though its futuristic vision may leave you spellbound, this sandy city is no mirage.
OFF TO DUBAI
Nine things to do in Germany this summer
Discover Germany in nineeight summer experiences – from luxury hotels on the Baltic Coast and music festivals in Berlin to wine escapes in historic Deidesheim.
Explore Germany this summer
Wild and wonderful Morocco
Explore the many sides of Morocco on an unforgettable adventure – dive into cities, hike across shifting sands and catch some waves on the Atlantic coast. There are ancient cities crammed with a heady mix of sights and spices. But venture further afield and you’ll find epic deserts, rugged coast and some of the world’s best luxury hotels.
Journey through morocco
Top 5 reasons to visit Marbella in 2018
Discover the true meaning of luxury in Marbella, with fine dining, tennis tournaments, world-class nightlife and authentic Andalusian food and festivals.
Lose yourself in Marbella
48 HOURS IN DUBLIN
Discover the varied culture, literary history and warm-hearted spirit of Ireland’s capital city with your guide to a two-day boutique break in Dublin. So, from waking up to a fresh Irish breakfast at your boutique hotel, to winding down in a traditional pub, here’s a penny whistle-stop tour of what to enjoy in 48 hours…
Explore Dublin
Japan: what to do when in 2018
Majestic Japan is a year-round destination full of bustling cities, secluded beaches and pristine nature. Here's our hot tips for those trvaelling to Japan in 2018.
Discover Japan in 2018
Uncovering 12 hotels with hidden histories
Whatever fires your imagination, there’s nothing quite like the wonder of history. So travel back in time with our pick of historical hotels – and when best to visit them.
Uncover history with SLH
Ultimate honeymoon inspiration
Plan the perfect honeymoon with our collection of luxury, adult only hotels dotted across the world, from Italy and Indonesia to Mexico and Costa Rica.
Adult only hotels made for romantic escapes
Paris and the silver screen
Peel back the curtain to discover Paris from the silver screen with our guide to some of its most famous movie moments and the best hotels Paris has to offer.
Explore the city of lights, camera, action
Exploring Antwerp and Bruges
Plan a twin centre Belgium city break and pair the historic sights and cutting-edge style of Antwerp with the picture-perfect medieval charm of Bruges.
Plan a twin centre city break to Belgium
Get lost in Santorini
Get away from the crowds and enjoy a taste of the real Santorini, beyond the sunsets, black sand beaches and whitewashed villages of the world-famous caldera.
Discover the less spotted Santorini
Ultimate tranquillity in Ibiza
Skip the sleepless nights and rediscover laid-back living on Ibiza’s east coast, within the walls of ancient towns and the clear blue waters of golden beaches.
Discover Ibiza
From Tahiti to Taha’a: exploring French Polynesia
The ancient, seafaring culture of French Polynesia has rippled across the Pacific as far as Hawaii and New Zealand. Yet there’s still nowhere on earth quite like this scattering of island jewels.
Explore French Polynesia
Iceland: from the city to the skies
Forget Westeros, Iceland is the original land of ice and fire. Here’s our itinerary for a luxury break of northern lights, spellbinding scenery and long, cosy nights – and not a White Walker in sight.
Explore Iceland
The two sides to Scotland
Scotland. A place where the landscapes are as wild as the weather. A muse for musicians, filmmakers and novelists, and home to eclectic cities embellished with cultural gems.
Explore Two sides of Scotland
Ring in the new year in China
Hugely vast and equally varied, at times, China feels like many countries rolled into one. But at winter’s end, there’s one thing sleepy villages among green rice terraces and gleaming metropolises have in common: celebrating Chinese New Year.
Chinese new year
Autumn in Norway
Norway’s dramatic and diverse landscapes are year-round wonders. But when autumn arrives, the country really comes to life...
Discover Autumn in Norway
On the wild side of Mauritius
Despite the island’s modest size, Mauritius never fails to leave you wondering what lies ahead. From the towering forests and bizarre, to the depths and diversity of the surrounding Indian Ocean.
Explore the wild side of Mauritius
in it to win it!
The winners have been annoucned! See which SLH hotels took home the top prizes at the 2017 SLH Awards.
See the winners here
Beyond Marrakech
As the gateway to North Africa, Marrakech is a melting pot of Arabian, Berber and European influences. Explore what the city has to offer and beyond..
Explore Beyond Marrakech
West coast cool in Gothenburg
A firm favourite with mini-breakers, mixing historic sights with hip-as-it-gets culture, buzzing nightlife and boutique hotels.
Discover Gothenburg
Five reasons to scuba dive in Zanzibar
With countless dive sites dotted around the coast and islets of Zanzibar, there’s an experience to suit every level.
The three sides of Koh Samui
As the second largest island in Thailand, Koh Samui has more to offer than a Bangkok night market.
Discover Koh Samui
Beyond Berlin’s Christmas markets
From the dazzling lights to the eclectic exhibitions, Berlin is the place to be this winter – but there’s more to this vibrant city than its Christmas markets.
Discover Berlin
a road trip along the Sri Lanka west coast
See the western side of the Sri Lankan coast on a four-stop road trip, with beach-lined blue seas, historic towns and blissful boutique hotels along the way.
Sri Lanka by road
Why Sorrento is the perfect base for Italian adventures
Be charmed by the history, views and cosmopolitan culture of Sorrento before venturing out of town to uncover some of southern Italy’s lesser-visited sites.
Enjoy Sorrento
Seven days in the Seychelles
Whether your heart’s set on beach lounging or wildlife spotting, Mahé in the Seychelles makes the perfect base.
Discover The seychelles
Unearthing Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico still feels like the quiet cousin of the Caribbean. Those that linger uncover an island ripe for discovery.
Puerto Rico treasures
If You're going to San Francisco
Step out of the ordinary and into the great outdoors to explore serene Sausalito, San Francisco Bay and rugged Marin County by bike, boat, land, sea or sky.
Explore San Francisco
Prague, three ways
Discover the more alternative sides to Prague, as a couple, family or with friends – where magic, mystery and historical treasures greet you at every turn.
Delve into Prague
Eat like a local in Malaysia
Uncover the fantastic flavours of this magical nation, where street food is served fresh and offers insight into the country's cuisine.
Taste Malaysia
Island hopping in Singapore
Discover how easy it is to slip between city break and beach escape in Singapore, with our guide to the islands just a short hop from the ‘little red dot’.
6 islands to discover
Little Jersey’s big tastes
Take a food tour of Jersey with our guide to the very best seafood, street food and Michelin-starred fine food this little Channel Island has to offer.
Taste Jersey
Stress-free Tokyo sightseeing
Get to know the customs and culture of Tokyo with this 21st-century etiquette guide that covers everything from using chopsticks to boarding busy trains.
An etiquette guide to trains, tuna and temples
Top 5 Vienna festivals
Swing into low-lit jazz bars and high ceiling opera houses, attend an open-air venue on a Viennese island, and celebrate festival season in the city of music.
Discover Vienna
finding peace in Florence
Uncover the quiet side of Florence in summer with this alternative guide to the city’s peaceful parks, outdoor pools, lesser-visited galleries and café culture.
pockets of peace in florence
Bruges: In summer & winter
Explore both the cool and sunny sides of Bruges with this guide to the city in summer and winter – from chilled Belgian beers to warming hot chocolates.
best of bruges
The Indian Ocean’s most romantic islands
Dive into an unforgettable Indian Ocean honeymoon, with our pick of luxury hotels and experiences in Sri Lanka, Mauritius, the Seychelles and the Maldives.
Honeymoons with a difference
What to eat where in China
See what’s on the menu across China with this gastronomic guide to one of the world’s most diverse culinary destinations – from Beijing street food to Sichuan spice.
Take a journey across China
when the snow melts in Switzerland?
Spring into a summer escape at a Switzerland spa hotel, with our pick of events and activities dotted across the country from Geneva to Gstaad, Lucerne to Verbier.
Discover Switzerland in Summer
Cycle, dive or climb Krabi
Cycle, dive and climb your way around Krabi – hanging off soaring limestone rocks, meeting leopard sharks and going off the beaten track on this Thai island.
Explore Krabi
we're going to ibiza
We chat with Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay general manager Enrique Mandl on why SLH's new member hotel offers the best that Ibiza has to offer.
read about our latest addition
sailing around antigua
There's no need to be on land to uncover Antigua's beauty - sit back and enjoy the 360 sea views on your very own boat!
discover antigua
The two sides to a Cornish getaway
Discover two very different sides to the captivating English county of Cornwall with our guide to creating a getaway to remember – as a family, or as a couple.
Cornwall with the kids and without
4 top train journeys across Portugal
See more of Portugal on a twin-centre boutique break, taking the train from Lisbon to coastal cool in Estoril, Port tasting in Porto or the heritage charm of Faro.
Journey across portugal
England’s best small luxury spa hotels for babymoons
Plan a babymoon at one of England’s best luxury spa hotels – whether it’s a weekend beside the sea in Cornwall or a getaway in County Durham.
Babymoon Ideas
Q&A with Magnus Olovson
Enjoy our catch-up with General Manager of The Sanchaya on Bintan Island, Indonesia on what makes a truly unforgettable travel experience.
Catch up with Magnus
Seeking out green spaces in Hong Kong
Take a break from shopping for a day and explore Hong Kong’s green spaces – you’ll soon discover that here, city breaks and country escapes stand side by side.
Explore Hong Kong
Stockholm Uncovered
Get off the beaten track, and onto bikes and boats, as you follow the in-crowd and explore the hidden side of Stockholm – from fika to fish soup and beyond.
Explore Stockholm
Q&A with SLH Voice Reservation Agent – Rafael
Read our Q&A with our Reservation Agent, Rafael who speaks 6 languages and is learning another 2!
Meet Rafael
The best photo spots in Taormina, Italy
Read luxury travel and lifestyle blogger, Amelia Liana's top 5 best photo spots in the stunning Taormina, Sicily.
Discover Taormina
Making a splash in Mexico’s Cenotes
Step back in time and explore the wild and wonderful cenotes of Mexico’s Yucatán peninsula – dive into dark caves or relax in a real-life rainforest oasis.
Take a dip on the wild side
SLH's Top Honeymoon Destinations
Read SLH's top picks for a truly luxurious honeymoon, from private Balienese swimming pools to dolphin watching in the Philippines.
Plan your honeymoon
How to plan a romantic road trip around the Amalfi Coast
Take a romantic road trip around the Amalfi Coast with mini-moon friendly routes around sensational scenery, idyllic Italian beaches and hilltop towns.
Tour the Amalfi Coast
Stroll, cycle or tram your way around Nice
Soak up the sights, seascapes and style of Nice by bicycle, tram or by foot with this city (and beach) guide to the Côte d’Azur capital of chic.
Explore Nice
City chic or island style?
Toss a coin for your luxury trip to Croatia: will it be a buzzing, historic city on the coast or a peaceful retreat on an island wrapped up in natural beauty?
two sides to Croatia
Explore the jewels of the Emerald Coast
Uncover the jewels of northern Sardinia’s Emerald Coast with insider tips on how to travel around its beautiful, natural charms and extraordinary history.
Sardinia's Northern Stars
Spotlight on southern Cyprus
Set out and explore southern Cyprus from Limassol – a buzzing base that puts historic treasures, luxury cruises and beautiful scenery right at your fingertips.
Limassol with love
5 things to do on rainy days in Paris
Work out what to do on a city break in Paris on rainy days, when staying indoors doesn’t mean missing out – whether you like art or film, science or shopping.
Discover Paris
Mykonos has been setting trends and stealing hearts
Join the ‘in crowd’ or journey to hidden beaches and historical ruins, dive into turquoise seas or dip into tantalising nightlife on Greece’s Mykonos island.
Enjoy Mykonos
Top 5 Foodie Reasons to Visit Bordeaux
Let The Foodaholic take you on a tour of gastronomy and fine wine in Bordeaux, as he reveals the top 5 foodie reasons to visit Bordeaux.
Discover Bordeaux
Thai tips with Food journalist, Natalie Scarr
Delve into a world of delicious cuisine with food journalist Natalie Scarr, who uncovers her secret tips on where to find the best bites in Bangkok.
Taste of Thailand
Up and coming Europe
See Europe through fresh eyes with our selection of luxury travel ideas beyond the continental classics, from standout city breaks to off-beat beach holidays.
Explore Europe
Five ways to experience Fiji
Explore every side of Fiji with a taste of the sun, surf, seafood and sights this South Pacific island string has to offer– from coast to coast and sea to sky.
Fiji - five ways
The sky’s the limit: your top views of Bangkok
See Bangkok the easy way with a bird’s-eye view of this amazing city – from its chic skyscraper bars and restaurants to rooftop pools and ancient temples.
Explore Bangkok
Exploring the barrios of Barcelona
Make yourself at home in the diverse neighbourhoods of Barcelona, with inside tips on exploring the Gothic Quarter through to lesser-visited spots like Sarrià.
Discover Barcelona
Going Eco in Amsterdam
Discover a world of ecotourism and sustainability in green Amsterdam, with cutting-edge dining options, funky cycling paths and sustainable, stylish shopping.
Explore Amsterdam
In the Know with an SLH Mystery Inspector
Uncover the secrets to the SLH Mystery Inspection programme with an in-depth Q&A with one of our luxury gurus.
Go undercover
Fall in love with SLH
Discover the secrets behind true love and where you should be taking your partner for a romantic getaway with professional matchmaker Katarina Nemcova.
for the love of Travel
48-hours of bliss on Lake Como
Relax like an A-Lister or dine like a king – here are our favourite ways to while away 48-hours in enchanting, eclectic and exclusive Lake Como.
Explore Lake Como
Why Ibiza should be on your 2017 luxury list
See a different side to Ibiza where hideaway coves, luxury sailing and cosmopolitan beach clubs are luring grown-up visitors seeking more than just partying.
Discover Luxurious Ibiza
How to find the perfect adults-only hotel break
Where to go for an adults-only hotel stay – whether it’s a European city break with a difference, a tropical beach escape or an out-of-the-ordinary island getaway.
No kids allowed
The Maldives laid bare
Go beyond the picture-perfect clichés and discover the wild and wonderful side of the Maldives – from midnight snorkelling safaris to local cookery lessons.
Explore The Maldives
The other side to La: beyond the myths and legends
Uncover another side of Los Angeles and swap the typical tourist traps for hiking routes and heritage towns, vintage shopping and surfing counter culture.
Bust the myth
quick chat with luxury expert Tiffany Dowd
Discover the latest luxury travel trends with industry aficionado Tiffany Dowd, who divulges her top picks for the hot spots of the upcoming season.
Q&A with Tiffany Dowd
X marks the spot: mapping Italy’s secret beaches
Get the key to Italy’s secret beaches, bays and islands, from Sicily and Sardinia to Positano and Puglia – and find out what to do when you get to them.
Uncover Italy's Secret Beaches
Embark on a cultural treasure hunt in Bali
Discover the unexpected, authentic Bali – from its year-round festivals and traditional rituals to its lively art and music scene.
Explore Bali
Seek the Zanzibar spice of life
Discover the seven lesser-known treasures and never-forgotten experiences of Zanzibar. Run through the ingredients for a luxury escape with a difference, from historic Stone Town to beautiful beaches and traditional cultures.
Discover Zanzibar
Going underground in London
Take in a daringly different view of London by exploring its underground, edgier attractions and above-ground luxury hotels over the course of 24 hours.
Go underground
Far from the Backpacking Crowd: Discover Phuket
Get away from the backpacker crowd and find your piece of unspoilt luxury with a guide to the best beaches in Phuket – from Banana Beach and Bang Tao to Ao Sane.
Lose the backpackers
Secrets of Southern Mallorca
Leave the holiday herds behind and discover the secret side of Mallorca, uncovering the places and experiences loved by the people who know best: the locals.
Uncover Mallorca
bye bye bauhaus - discover ancient tel aviv
Tel Aviv is not just a bustling metropolis that pulses with energy 24 hours a day, but its history is beyond epic. Explore the city's old town, parts of which are so historic they are mentioned in the Bible.
uncover ancient tel aviv
Off the beaten track in Crete
Discover the many sides of Crete on this journey spanning the wild west, the idyllic east and everything in between on this awe-inspiring Greek island.
Explore Crete
Insider Tips for Independent Minds: Marrakech
Live like a local in Marrakech. Read our guide’s top tips on where to eat, what to buy and where to go…
Discover Marrakech
beat the blues with Olympic gold
We chat with Olympic gold medallist Laura Unsworth on how to beat those pesky winter blues.
Read Q&A here
From South Beach to the Space Coast
Leave the Spring Breakers behind by staying at the boutique hotels of Miami Beach before travelling south to Key West or tracking the coast north.
Road-tripping around South Florida
In the Know - Anthi Kadianakis
There’s no one more In the Know than our hoteliers. We spoke to hotelier Anthi Kadianakis, Owner of Elounda Gulf Villas & Suites in Crete.
Discover Crete
Top travel tips for 2017 with SLH CEO Filip Boyen
We’ve compiled a list of 2017 travel trends including sizzling hot destinations, travel fashions not yet noticed and hotels that are simply unmissable.
Get In the Know with Filip Boyen
grape adventures in Bordeaux
Grape adventures with vinothérapie in Bordeaux. A peek inside the original wine spa: Les Sources de Caudalie.
Discover vinothérapie
Go from city to country on the Australian craft ale trail
Craft ale is huge in Australia and anyone who finds themselves on the west coast will be in luck. Not only are Perth and Margaret River known for their wine, now there's no reason to choose between grape and grain.
Explore Australia
48 hours in Singapore
Read our 48 hour guide to Singapore. From what to do to where to eat, find out how not to fall into the tourist trap.
Discover Singapore
The north-south divide: An end-to-end look at Mauritius
There’s much more to see than the inside of a parasol - with two sides to this exotic island. Bustling markets in the north? Or the quieter, rugged nature of the south?
Explore Mauritius
5 little-known Caribbean islands
Say ‘Caribbean’ and it’s easy to picture the beaches that grace the covers of travel brochures. Don’t despair – there is hope on the horizon with these five lesser-visited gems.
Discover the Caribbean
Getting lost in Lisbon
Here’s our off-the-beaten-track guide to 24-hours of cool (and just a bit of custard) in the city of seven hills. 24 hours in the city that (really) never sleeps.
Lose yourself in Lisbon
The art of treasure hunting in Marrakech
Discover hidden treasure and curious wonders at the magic souks of Marrakech, where flavours and colours merge seamlessly.
Discover the magic souks
FROM SLOPE TO SILVER SERVICE IN FRANCE
The French Alps offer some of the world's best ski slopes, but it's the silver service dining that really dazzles.
Hit the slopes
beyond the beach in Mexico
Mexico is famed for its blissful beaches, but so much lies beyond its sunny shores. Discover the vibrant cultural activities of this colourful nation.
Discover Mexico
Off-beat & unforgettable nightlife in New York
Find out where to stay up late in the city that never sleeps! A late-night wonderland full of style and fizzing with creativity awaits, so discover the best hidden bars and off-the-wall entertainment the city has to offer.
Explore New York Nightlife
A taste of the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds has it all: thatched cottages, ancient manor houses, fabulous restaurants, ultra-luxury hotels and chocolate-box villages. But where do you begin?
Discover the Cotswolds
Discovering Sri Lanka
Discover the vibrant culture, white-sand beaches and luxury boutique hotels of Asia's hottest destination, which offers a seamless mix of serenity and style.
The secrets of Sri Lanka
Eight out-of-this-world spa experiences
On mountain tops and in caves, overlooking rainforests and urban jungles – and always in luxury spa hotels. Explore our truly unique spa experiences.
More on luxury spas
A guide to the buzzing barrios of Buenos Aires
Read SLH’s guide on what to see and where to be seen in Buenos Aires. Delve a little deeper and you’ll discover there’s more to this city than tango, steak and Malbec.
Experience Buenos Aires
Scotland's great outdoors
Discover the natural beauty of Scotland with its mystical caves, pristine lochs and picturesque historic castles along the stunning coastline.
Discover Scotland
Swap the backpack for boutique in Thailand
Discover SLH’s guide to Thai island hopping for grown-ups. Island hopping is easy and means you can stay in one über-luxury hotel after another.
Uncover Thai Islands
