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Winter is the best season for a spa trip in the UK

Winter is the best season for a spa trip in the UK. The colder weather makes warmth feel earned, and the slower pace suits treatments that take their time. UK spa hotels in London, Northern Ireland and Yorkshire are focusing on real restoration: hydrotherapy, heat rooms, massage programs that actually help you switch off.

A winter spa weekend offers something summer travel can’t - space to reset without distraction. Ideal for those who value experiences that feel both calm and well-designed. Booking a spa retreat in winter is not indulgence, it’s maintenance.

Where would you go first: riverside London, countryside Yorkshire, or a Northern Ireland thermal retreat?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #spa #wellness

New York has momentum again. The new mayor didn’

New York has momentum again. The new mayor didn’t change the skyline, but he shifted the temperature of the city at night.

What feels different now is how the city gathers. Tables look like New York again: accents overlapping, styles colliding, no single crowd owning the room. These are places where a fashion assistant, a gallery curator, a tech founder and a poet can share the same banquette without anyone adjusting themselves. The thrill isn’t who gets in. It’s who ends up next to you. The city feels social again, curious again, alive again.

Which spot would you choose to start the night?

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Rockliffe Hall has opened its Alpine Terrace for w

Rockliffe Hall has opened its Alpine Terrace for winter. The atmosphere is warm and social, with live music and a menu led by James Close. Raclette arrives hot and stretching, Vacherin Mont D’Or comes with baguette and cornichons, bratwurst lands with sauerkraut and crisp onions, and Petrossian caviar gives a clean, elegant lift with blinis and crème fraîche. Drinks are simple to enjoy: Champagne PIAFF, cold Bavarian beer, mulled wine, and a hot chocolate with depth.

While there, take time for the spa. Even an hour in the thermal spaces adds a slower rhythm to the day and shifts the whole experience. One of the best places to go in the UK this season. What’s calling you: raclette, caviar, or the spa?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #winter #alps

Cresta Palace Celerina carries more than a century

Cresta Palace Celerina carries more than a century of quiet sophistication. Built in 1906, it remains one of Switzerland’s most elegant stays, blending heritage with a fresh Alpine rhythm.

The hotel brings together wellness, culture, and timeless design in a way that feels effortless. A place to pause, move, and experience the best of St. Moritz at your own pace.

Which season would you choose to see it at its best?

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Luxury has moved off the shelf and onto the table.

A cool girl books hotels that match her rhythm. Sh

A cool girl books hotels that match her rhythm. She wants late checkouts, good lighting, and a bar that serves a mean martini. Somewhere her outfit makes sense and the playlist feels like it’s been following her all year. She notices the details and the energy. A place that moves with her, not around her.

These are the best boutique hotels for those who like their stays to feel like a Vogue editorial. So, which one’s giving your next city break main character energy?

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The new generation of steakhouses trades bravado f

The new generation of steakhouses trades bravado for precision. The focus is on craftsmanship, provenance, and the quiet confidence of a perfect cut. In London, Beast and Hot Stone lead with detail and depth, while STK turns dinner into a scene. In New York and Las Vegas, Empire and Cote pair old-school glamour with the pulse of modern dining.

These are the best steakhouses for travellers who want more than a meal - they want a memory shaped by fire, flavour, and atmosphere. The kind of places you don’t stumble into - you plan for them carefully. So, where are you booking your next steak night?

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Planning your travel essentials ahead can do more

Planning your travel essentials ahead can do more than streamline your suitcase - it can protect your peace. The best travellers know that preparation is part of the experience. A curated kit of luxury travel beauty products like Aesop’s skincare, LED masks, or Saint Laurent fragrance can turn transit into ritual. Compact accessories from Chanel or Louis Vuitton make movement feel effortless, while tech and wellness pieces keep energy steady across time zones. Building a travel routine supports both style and mental clarity - small comforts with a big impact on how you arrive.

Search less, enjoy more: these are the best luxury travel essentials for autumn. Which one would anchor your next trip?

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Group 7 knows how to find the right place at the r

Group 7 knows how to find the right place at the right time. The trend may have started on TikTok, but its spirit lives offline in destinations that feel quietly ahead of the curve. For wine lovers, that means cellars where the pour matters as much as the place. Flemings Mayfair and Durrant’s in London pour heritage with ease. Matfen Hall in Northumberland adds character shaped by collectors. Cresta Palace in Switzerland refines Alpine freshness, while South Lodge in Sussex, with Ridgeview, proves English sparkling has earned its following.

These are the best wine hotels for travellers who move with intention, not influence. So, if you’re Group 7 - where are you booking first?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #wine #group7

Paris tells its stories in carats and craftsmanshi

Paris tells its stories in carats and craftsmanship. The city’s great maisons draw you in with quiet assurance, their ateliers alive with light and precision. There’s a rhythm to it - the gentle ritual of stepping off a busy street into rooms built for beauty. Every detail speaks of history carried forward, of artisans who still shape modern desire by hand. It’s not about collecting and connection.

Which store would you go first?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #paris #jewellery

After the Louvre jewellery heist, one thing’s ce

After the Louvre jewellery heist, one thing’s certain - you’ll need a getaway worthy of the headlines. The Bodmin Jail might be the only prison you’d actually book; the rooms are far too pretty for regret.

The diamonds? Safe. The passport? Stamped. The only thing missing is your next alias.
So, when Paris starts gossiping - where are you checking in?

#travel #hotels #Louvre #jewellery #heist

London has never been short on great restaurants,

London has never been short on great restaurants, but lately, it’s raising the stakes. Each space feels like part of London’s evolving identity. There’s a quiet confidence here, where food, light, and design all move in sync. And right now, London is the city everyone else is watching.

Which of these restaurants will you book first - for the meal, or for the mood?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #London #restaurants

During Salon Art + Design, New York proves once ag

During Salon Art + Design, New York proves once again why it’s the heartbeat of global creativity. The city moves to a rhythm set by its galleries, ateliers, and design studios - each one shaping what’s next in art and culture. From Tribeca to the Upper East Side, spaces like Friedman Benda, Espasso, and Cristina Grajales Gallery showcase the kind of craftsmanship that defines the international design scene.

For collectors, aesthetes, and anyone who loves beautiful spaces, this week is a masterclass in style and innovation. The week when the world’s most curious eyes turn toward Manhattan to see what defines taste next.
 Which design destination in New York is at the top of your list this year?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #NewYork #DESIGN #ART

Across the UK, hotels are getting braver. History

Across the UK, hotels are getting braver. History isn’t just preserved; it’s reimagined. A night in a castle wrapped in wisteria, a suite that used to be a cell, or a townhouse that glows like a film set - each one has its own kind of drama. Details matter here. Craft meets character, and design carries a story you don’t forget when you leave.

The UK has some of the best unusual hotels in Europe. The only question is, which one will you tell your friends about first?

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New York and Los Angeles couldn’t be more differ

New York and Los Angeles couldn’t be more different, yet both turn shopping into an art form. In New York, it’s all energy and fashion as architecture, ideas built from edge and intent. In LA, the pace softens, space opens up, and retail feels like a gallery visit that happens to include the perfect jacket. Each city speaks to a different rhythm of taste: one electric, the other cinematic, both deeply stylish.

Between avant-garde ateliers and minimalist sanctuaries, the experience is less about what you buy and more about where you find inspiration. So where does your style passport land - the streets of downtown Manhattan or the calm of a Los Angeles afternoon?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #NewYork #LosAngeles #fashion

We are thrilled to share that Elegant Hotel Collec

We are thrilled to share that Elegant Hotel Collection has been recognised as Best Independent Luxury Hotel Collection by the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards.

Catt McLeod @cattmcleod was delighted to accept the award on behalf of Elegant Hotel Collection, joined on stage by fellow award-winner and CEO Elegant Hotel Collection Asia Pacific, Anita Chan @anitac_travel

We are deeply honoured by this recognition, which celebrates our member hotels’ unwavering dedication to the art of authentic luxury hospitality. As traveller expectations continue to evolve, this accolade affirms the strength of our growing global community of independent luxury hotels.

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Tokyo’s most coveted restaurants operate on quie

Tokyo’s most coveted restaurants operate on quiet reputation, passed through networks that value discretion over hype. Inside, design and gastronomy merge into something architectural, where minimalism frames precision. Every course, every detail, speaks to Tokyo’s mastery of curation. Getting a reservation isn’t about status; it’s about being part of the city’s inner rhythm, where trust opens doors algorithms can’t find. For those who know, these dining rooms aren’t just restaurants - they’re invitations into a culture of quiet excellence.

Have you ever been introduced to Tokyo’s hidden dining scene?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #restaurants #tokyo

Halloween has always had a flair for reinvention,

Halloween has always had a flair for reinvention, but in cities like London, New York, and Tokyo, it becomes a study in high drama. These nights are less about tricks and more about timing - a gathering of people who understand the performance of elegance with a touch of the unexpected. Behind grand doors and curated chaos, luxury meets imagination, and the familiar becomes cinematic. The costumes may change, but the ritual remains the same: dress up, lean in, and let the night rewrite the rules.

In a world of invitations worth chasing, which city’s version of Halloween would you say yes to?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #halloween #party

There’s something magnetic about autumn dining –

There’s something magnetic about autumn dining - when the air cools and menus turn richer, the best restaurants step into their prime. Across London and beyond, tables glow under candlelight as chefs turn comfort into craft. Butter-slick sauces, roasted perfection, and art on a plate that could silence a room.

The season of indulgence is calling, and it’s dressed in truffle, glassware, and warmth. When the weather turns and the city leans into gold, where will you go to taste it?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #restaurants #autumn

Every seasoned traveller knows that the journey be

Every seasoned traveller knows that the journey begins long before the destination. The best luxury luggage turns travel into ritual, shaping how you move through airports and arrivals with quiet confidence. These pieces are built for people who understand detail and value design that lasts. The sleek precision of Bottega Veneta or the bold artistry of Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami, each case feels like a signature. Choosing the right travel companion is part of crafting your experience.

For those who collect destinations and moments, these are the best luggage brands for luxury travel. Which one would you trust to carry your next story?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #luggage #fashion

Diwali in Mumbai deserves a setting that matches t

Diwali in Mumbai deserves a setting that matches the energy of the city. This year, the best places to go aren’t just for celebration but for atmosphere - where luxury design meets real character. Ocho, Gigi Bombay, Koko, Waikiki and Paradox are leading Mumbai’s new wave of elevated dining and nightlife. Each space attracts the kind of crowd that values experience over spectacle, turning every evening into something worth remembering.

If you’re planning where to celebrate Diwali in Mumbai in style, start here. Which of these luxury spots will make your night?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #diwali #mumbai

Durrants Hotel captures a side of London that feel

Durrants Hotel captures a side of London that feels both timeless and quietly refined. Set in Marylebone Village, it offers the sense of a private townhouse where every detail adds to the charm. Antique furniture and original prints give each room its own personality, while fireplaces and intimate corners create spaces that invite guests to pause.

Owned by the Miller family for more than a century, the hotel has built a reputation on character rather than trends. For travellers seeking an aesthetic that balances heritage with comfort, Durrants is one of London’s most compelling stays.

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #Durrants #London @durrants_hotel

Autumn is the season no one talks about enough, ye

Autumn is the season no one talks about enough, yet it’s when travel feels most rewarding. Summer crowds have gone, landscapes shift into rich colour, and hotels slow to a rhythm that makes every stay feel more personal. It’s the ideal time to book a spa escape, explore historic estates, or linger over dinners that feel unhurried.

For travellers who value atmosphere as much as luxury, autumn offers something rare: space, calm, and beauty at once. Isn’t it time more of us treated autumn as the ultimate season to travel?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #autumn #fall

Shanghai might be the coolest shopping city no one

Shanghai might be the coolest shopping city no one talks about. The energy here is about pushing boundaries. Concept spaces blur art, fashion and technology, each one designed to make you slow down and take it in.

It’s the kind of city that attracts travellers who see shopping as part of culture, not just retail. If you’re looking for the best places to shop in Shanghai, start here and clear space in your itinerary. These stores will shift what you expect from luxury.

Which one would you explore first?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #fashion #shopping #shanghai

Seoul has become one of the most exciting dining d

Seoul has become one of the most exciting dining destinations in the world, and its Michelin-star restaurants are leading the way. These are the places shaping how the city eats now, blending craft, innovation and a deep sense of place.

If you want to experience Seoul at its highest level, these are the Michelin-star restaurants you need to know. They’ve turned the city into a destination for travellers who plan trips around food.

Which one will you book first?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #restaurants #michelin #seoul

Your birthday month deserves a hotel bed that feel

Your birthday month deserves a hotel bed that feels made for you. This collection pairs each month with a stay chosen for its atmosphere, from serene escapes to places that move with the city’s rhythm. It’s a different way to plan your next trip - by instinct, not itinerary.

Each bed has its own mood, and finding the one that fits you is part of the fun. Maybe it aligns with your sign, maybe it surprises you. These are some of the world’s most distinctive luxury stays, designed for travellers who chase experiences that last.

Did we get your month right?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #birthday #astrology

Some hotel bars feel like the heartbeat of the pla

Some hotel bars feel like the heartbeat of the places they’re in. They carry an energy that blends travellers and locals, pulling you in with good lighting and well-made cocktails One night it’s a quiet fire-lit corner, the next it’s skyline views over late conversations.

These are the best hotel bars to know right now, the ones shaping how nights unfold in the world’s most interesting cities. Which one would you plan your next trip around?

#ElegantHotelCollection #travel #hotels #bar #party

Tucked inside a 19th-century palace in the heart o

Tucked inside a 19th-century palace in the heart of Sliema, AX Palazzo Capua is one of Malta’s most discreet luxury stays. Its five suites pair Baroque and Neo-Gothic details with sleek, calming interiors, creating a serene base steps from the city’s energy.

Guests have access to the indulgent spa, rooftop pool and fitness centre at neighbouring AX The Palace and AX The Victoria, while award-winning TemptAsian serves panoramic views with its cuisine.

Mornings start with quiet coffee on a private terrace, evenings drift into cocktails at Lounge 360. For travellers who value style, heritage and space, this is one of the best places to stay in Sliema. Would you choose a restored palace for your next city escape?

#ElegantHotelCollection #Malta #Sliema #travel #hotels

Rome hits you fast. Streets packed with everything

Rome hits you fast. Streets packed with everything moving at once. Rooftop bars change the tempo. The noise falls away the second you step out above the city. Air feels lighter, space opens up, and the rhythm slows. It feels detached from the chaos below, like the city exists only for the view. It’s the most luxurious feeling the city gives.

If you could stop Rome for one night, which rooftop would you choose?

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A new wave of design-led bakeries is reshaping how

A new wave of design-led bakeries is reshaping how we travel. They blur the line between café culture and curated space, turning a quick pastry stop into something worth crossing a city for. The interiors feel like art galleries, the pastries like couture.

These spaces are drawing luxury travellers who treat bakeries as cultural landmarks. They offer more than flavour: they frame a city’s energy through aesthetics, craft and ritual. This is the kind of place that ends up all over your camera roll before you even take a bite.

If you plan trips around beautiful spaces, where will your next pastry pilgrimage be?

#ElegantHotelCollection #bakery #cake #interiordesign #travel

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