REVIEW: A Relaxing Break At Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa

Exploring the gardens at Luton Hoo

From delicious food and cocktails in one of England’s most impressive mansion houses, to relaxing in the spa, it’s time for an overnight stay at Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa.

I’m currently recovering from one of the busiest weeks in the travel industry calendar. Every year I spend three days trekking to the ExCel Centre in East London for World Travel Market. To be honest, the journey from my home in West London is enough to exhaust me, but add in back-to-back meetings, talks, and evening events, and I’m just about ready to fall over by day three!

So, this year I decided to approach the week slightly differently. The weekend before the big week, I treated myself to a bit of R&R. I hopped in the car with one of my best friends and we headed to 5* Luton Hoo, part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Over the next 24-hours we’d enjoy relaxation and treatments in the spa, cocktails in the lounge and a 3-course dinner at the AA Rosette Wernher Restaurant. I couldn’t imagine anything better!

How huge is Luton Hoo?!
How huge is Luton Hoo?!

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REVIEW: A Luxurious Stay At Kempinski Hotel Bahia, Spain

Kempinski Hotel Bahia pool

Luxurious, relaxing and stylish, it’s time to check out the stunning Kempinski Hotel Bahia in Spain.

A few weeks ago I sent food and travel blogger Vicky on a luxurious break to check out one of  Kempinski’s top hotels in Spain. Fresh from her relaxing trip, it’s time for the lowdown… over to Vicky! 

After a flight at the crack of dawn from a very grey London, it was a delight to be met by a smiling member of the Kempinski Bahia team waiting for me at arrivals in Malaga airport. I hopped on board the Kempinski Mercedes people carrier and instantly felt at ease in the heat of southern Spain. There were chilled water bottles, lots of things to read and some cheery music playing. It’s just a 45-minute drive from Malaga Airport to Estepona where the hotel is located… and you know if the pickup is this good the hotel is going to be great!

The drive took us through mountainous landscapes with the sea coming into view. As we entered the driveway to the hotel, Kempinski Bahia looked extremely grand. More lovely staff greeted us as we walked through a beautiful outer entrance with giant wicker chairs, lush green plants and the two resident hotel parrots who loved a chat as we walked past!

Views from Kempinski Estepona, Spain
Views from Kempinski Estepona, Spain

But this is only the beginning. Walking into the newly refurbished lobby my eyes almost couldn’t take in the grandeur of the space! It’s beautiful and functional. This is the hub of the hotel and once checked in I made my way to my room, excited about what the next few days would hold.

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19 Quirky Hotels In London

Courthouse Hotel - one of the most unusual places to stay overnight in London

Looking for quirky hotels in London? From floating hotels, capsules and animal lodges, to arty rooms, old prisons and more, it’s time to find out about some of the best quirky hotels to stay in.

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