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Boutique hotel with spectacular views opens on Crete’s western coast

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Former South African hunting reserve reopens as luxury safari retreat

All of the tented suites at Sandringham Private Game Reserve in South Africa have private pools from which you can enjoy views of the wildlife by the Timbavati River.

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Stunning new hotels set to open on islands across Europe

From Estonia and Malta to Greece and Italy, a host of new island hotels are opening across Europe.

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These are the world’s greatest luxury hotels, according to Robb Report

In Europe, a former hunting lodge turned hotel in the Scottish Highlands ranked highest, coming out third overall.

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The hottest new hotels in Madrid you need to know about

Whether you’re looking to shop until you drop or are headed to the F1 in September, here’s where you should be resting your head in Madrid this year.

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Fairmont’s new lakeside resort has Gordon Ramsay food, a spa and golf

Located in England’s northwest, the new Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere is a luxury countryside resort with 116 rooms and suites, a Gordon Ramsay restaurant, an 18-hole championship-level golf course plus spa and wellness experiences.

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This Tuscan hotel on a 5,000-acre estate was named the best in Europe

Originally founded in the 1100s, Castiglion del Bosco, a Rosewood Hotel has been crowned the best property on the continent by Travel + Leisure.

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This Hokkaido lakeside retreat has open-air bathing and stunning décor

For a peaceful escape in northern Japan, WE Hotel Toya, Dusit Collection offers guests a scenic night’s sleep overlooking Lake Tōya. There are also Japanese and Thai delicacies to choose from, made with locally sourced ingredients, as well as a spa and indoor hot baths.

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NoMad hotel to open in Singapore with soft-serve cocktail bar concept

The 173-key property on Orchard Road will open in late 2026, bringing with it three restaurant and bar concepts plus a poolside lounge.

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Italy’s luxury portfolio expands with Hyatt, IHG and Dior Spa openings

Planning an Italian getaway? The country’s luxury travel scene will see new hotel openings from Hyatt and IHG, alongside a permanent Dior Spa set among the hills of Sicily.

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Where to go on the Italian Riviera for a luxury coastal escape

As interest in the Italian Riviera soars, travel experts reveal the most luxurious coastal towns to visit in Liguria.

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The world’s most expensive holiday destinations in 2026

From Antarctica to the Maldives, these bucket list holiday hotspots will set you back a pretty penny.

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The chicest designer beach club pop-ups in Europe this summer

From Burberry and Dior to Jacquemus and Missoni, these are all the branded takeovers you need to know about in 2026.

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Mandarin Oriental’s new Mallorca hotel opens ahead of eclipse

Guests at the 131-key property can sign up for a hot air balloon ride as the island plunges into darkness, or watch the celestial event from a private yacht.

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Inside the luxury Swiss resort where Iran and the US are set to meet

Initial negotiations between the US and Iran on the final agreement are set to take place at the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne this Friday.

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‘Gwynocide’: Gwyneth Paltrow facing backlash for Israel real estate ad

The Oscar-winning actress has appeared in an advert for luxury penthouses in Israel. The backlash has been intense, with one celebrity asking whether Paltrow is “actually a really, really nasty person” or just “stupid”.

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Where to find five-star stays for less than €200 a night in Europe

The latest Hotel Price Index has also revealed all the money-saving tips you need to know about when booking.