When did you last truly disconnect? 🌲 Cabin Astrid at @les_cabanes_des_dolimarts has your answer.

: This is what daily rituals look like at @les_cabanes_des_dolimarts. Peaceful, cozy, and a reminder of how simple it can be to truly restore your body and mind. 🌿

Not every beautiful place restores you. Some are merely decorative - pretty enough to photograph, forgettable enough to leave without looking back.

@GlencruittenHouse is not that.

This baronial estate close to Oban carries the kind of atmosphere that accumulates over centuries - in the stone, in the grounds, in the folklore woven through every named room and every dish on the menu. You don’t visit it so much as you are received by it.

We came as a family of five. We left quieter, fuller, and already planning to return.

Glencruitten House, Oban, Scotland

Few places in Sri Lanka capture the romance of history quite like Galle Fort.

Encircled by massive stone ramparts and overlooking the Indian Ocean, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a fascinating blend of European colonial influence and Sri Lankan culture. Cobblestone streets wind past churches, cafés, galleries, boutiques, and centuries-old buildings that tell stories of Portuguese, Dutch, and British rule.

Nestled within these historic walls is The Fort Printers, one of Galle Fort’s most celebrated boutique hotels.

Originally built in the 18th century and later used as the region’s first printing press, the property has been meticulously restored into an intimate luxury retreat that combines heritage architecture with contemporary comfort. The result is a hotel that feels deeply rooted in the fort’s history while remaining effortlessly stylish.

If you’re planning a city break in Verona, where you stay really does shape the whole experience - and staying at @homyliviaverona made everything feel so much more relaxed, especially with kids .

More space, more flexibility, and somewhere that actually felt like a base rather than just somewhere to sleep. Beautifully designed interiors, thoughtful details, and everything you need to properly unwind:

• Plenty of space to switch off and relax

• Kitchen for slow mornings

• Right in the heart of the city walkable to everything

• A calm base to come back to after exploring

• A gorgeous balcony to sit out and unwind

• Separate sleeping space for the kids, ideal for families 

• Dining area that doubles as a workspace
  
  

The kind of place you check out of and immediately want to book again 🤍

Bookmark this for your next Verona trip ✨

Como Metropolitan Bangkok 🤍

@comometropolitanbangkok

— An escape that found me in the middle of the city ✨

Bangkok moves fast. But behind these walls, time softens.

A place where the details speak before anyone says a word — the light through the corridors, the warmth of every room, a pool that somehow feels like a private island. Mornings made beautiful at breakfast. Evenings that linger over something extraordinary at Nahm. A spa that holds you so completely, the city outside simply disappears.

I arrived needing stillness. I found it here.

This is for those who want to feel grounded without leaving the city behind.

📍Bangkok, Thailand

In collaboration with @comometropolitanbangkok

Content & experience by @kitanaholland

Escape to the heart of the Klein Karoo. 

3.5 hours from Cape Town, @buffelsdriftfarm is a beautifully restored self catering farm stay where timeless South African charm meets contemporary interior design.

Carefully renovated by interior architects, every detail has been thoughtfully considered. Natural textures, warm tones, curated spaces, and the quiet beauty of the Karoo landscape create a retreat designed for slowing down and reconnecting with nature.

A true design destination in the Western Cape. @here_africa_sa

Welcome to the newly opened @tintswalosummerhouse 🐚

Where luxury meets laid back coastal living and every detail feels like a dream. From the interiors to the ocean views this place is pure paradise 🤍

This is your sign to plan the escape you have been thinking about ✨

Tucked into the hills of North Bali, Sumberkima Hill Retreat feels beautifully removed from the pace of everyday life. 

At Villa Kimu, earthy textures, sculptural design, and expansive views create a stay that feels both grounding and quietly refined. 

Como Point Yamu, Phuket 🤍 @comopointyamu

— Where stillness feels like a luxury you didn't know you needed ✨

Arrived as a guest. Left feeling like I'd come home.

Every detail here speaks — the light that pours through open spaces, the architecture that breathes, the views that make you forget time exists. A breakfast spread made with intention. A spa that holds you. Mornings by the water, where the only agenda is peace.

This is a place designed for those who seek beauty in the quiet — the kind of holiday that restores something in you.

📍 Phuket, Thailand

In collaboration with @comopointyamu Content & experience by @kitanaholland

Some resorts are designed to impress.

Sri Panwa Phuket was designed to seduce.

Perched high above Cape Panwa on the southeastern tip of Phuket, the resort stretches across 40 acres of tropical hillside overlooking the Andaman Sea.

And from the moment guests arrive, everything about the experience feels cinematic:

Infinity pools melting into the horizon.
Private villas hidden in jungle greenery.
Sunsets turning the sea gold.
Rooftop bars suspended above the cliffs.
And some of the most dramatic ocean views anywhere in Thailand.

For years, Sri Panwa has remained one of Phuket’s defining luxury resorts — not because it feels overly polished, but because it feels deeply atmospheric.

Osaka is often introduced as Japan’s food capital.

A city of neon-lit streets.
Late-night ramen runs.
Takoyaki stalls.
Dotonbori chaos.
And endless shopping districts that somehow stay busy at all hours.

It’s loud.
Fast.
Electric.

And then there’s Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel—a hotel that quite literally rises above all of it.

Occupying floors 38 to 57 of Abeno Harukas, one of Japan’s tallest skyscrapers, this five-star hotel offers something surprisingly rare in Osaka:

space, silence, and some of the most breathtaking skyline views in the entire country.

And once you check in, you quickly realize the biggest luxury here isn’t just the room.

I’m in Sydneyyy ! I stayed a few days at @theporterhousemgallery, moving through the city and getting to know its many corners before heading back to Europe. 

Mornings started slowly, watching through the window as the city began to come to life. Downstairs, the cellar door transforms throughout the day, inviting you to move from morning rituals to evenings spent exploring curated wines. 

I spent the days walking through the city. Back in the room at night, the Sleep in Stillness tea ritual became a small moment to slow down before bed.

Those are memories I will travel back to. 

There are hotels that happen to be in good locations. And then there are hotels that are the location, so embedded in the architecture and identity of a place that the two become inseparable. The Angel Hotel in Bury St Edmunds is firmly the latter. Positioned on Angel Hill, directly opposite the Abbey Gate, it doesn’t merely overlook one of England’s most beautifully preserved medieval town centres. It belongs to it.

In the heart of Regensburg, a UNESCO World Heritage city set along the Danube, sightseeing truly does not get more effortless than this. Just steps away from the iconic Regensburg Cathedral and with views stretching towards the historic Stone Bridge, the @hotelgoliathregensburg holds the best address in town.

As the only five star hotel among more than 120 properties, it sets the standard with exceptional service, genuine warmth and the kind of insider tips that instantly elevate your stay. 

With its British elegant design and lovingly created details, the hotel creates a refined atmosphere, perfectly complemented by a genuinely caring team that reads your every need. The hotel is also well known for its fine dining experiences and exclusive culinary and cultural events, which regularly sell out. 

Mornings begin with an outstanding breakfast, and on sunny days you can even enjoy it on the rooftop terrace with breathtaking views. Followed by some of the best coffee and homemade cakes in the city, a place even locals love to return to.

The terrace is simply stunning. On one side the cathedral rises just a few meters away, on the other side you look towards the old town skyline and the Danube. It feels like having all the highlights of Regensburg in one single view.

Run with passion by the Birnthaler family, who also own the nearby Hotel David an der Donau right next to the Stone Bridge, this hotel combines heritage, elegance and a truly personal touch.

I've stayed in a lot of hotels across Europe, but @kozmohotelbudapest has my heart 🤍

From the moment you walk through the doors, everything about this place feels calm - the kind of luxury that doesn't try too hard because it doesn't need to being set in the old and grand telecommunications building. 

The suites? Stunning. The spa? I genuinely lost track of time amidst the Valmont luxury. The service? The team made every single detail feel effortless. The food? Well, let’s just say it wasn’t nominated as a One-Key Hotel by the MICHELIN Guide for no reason! KOZMO is one of those rare stays where you have to force yourself to actually leave and explore the city.

And when you do step outside, you've got Budapest right at your feet - one of the most underrated cities in Europe, if you ask me. KOZMO is set in a quiet neighbourhood but super close to all the attractions (they even give you one free ticket on public transport for when your legs are tired at the end of a busy day!). 

If you're planning a trip to Budapest anytime soon, do yourself a favour and book KOZMO Hotel Suites & Spa. This isn't just a hotel, it's the reason you'll want to come back.

Somewhere high above Maria Alm, Jufenalm feels less like a hotel and more like a softer state of mind.

Here, bohemian warmth meets alpine stillness. Wood, linen, stone, candlelight and mountain air come together in a place shaped for slow mornings, long spa hours, golden pool moments and evenings that seem to stretch a little longer than usual.

From the Cloud Nine Spa with its 42-metre Blue Heaven infinity pool to the individually designed rooms and suites overlooking the Steinernes Meer, every corner feels considered, warm and quietly indulgent.

A retreat for those who come to the mountains not only to see the view, but to feel a little lighter within it.

📍 Maria Alm, Austria
In collaboration with @jufenalm
Experience & content by @izzyasthat

Suspended between jungle canopy and sky, Cicada Ubud is a study in quiet design and elemental calm.

Natural textures, open air architecture, and the soft soundtrack of the forest create a space where time seems to soften around the edges.

The kind of place that invites you to slow down — and simply listen.

@cicadaubud

#HeritageTraveler #UbudHotels #BaliRetreat #DesignLedTravel #LuxuryTravel #UbudBali

There are places that impress, and then there are places that stay with you.

Hermosa Inn belongs to the latter. Tucked away in Paradise Valley, it feels intentionally removed from the pace of the outside world. It’s more like a private estate than a traditional hotel. Originally built in the 1930s as the home and studio of cowboy artist Lon Megargee, the property still carries his spirit: artistic, understated, and deeply personal.

What makes it special isn’t just the history. It’s how that history has been preserved and quietly woven into the experience. Garden paths wind through blooming courtyards, casitas are thoughtfully designed with fireplaces and hand-crafted details, and there’s a sense of intimacy that’s increasingly rare in hospitality today. It’s the kind of place that doesn’t try too hard. It simply knows what it is.

At LON’s at the Hermosa Inn, that same philosophy carries through. Evenings unfold slowly, with candlelit tables, warm interiors, and a menu rooted in seasonal, locally inspired cuisine. It’s less about spectacle and more about atmosphere, something that lingers long after dinner ends.

For those seeking something beyond the expected, Hermosa Inn offers a different kind of luxury. One defined by privacy, character, and a strong sense of place. It’s a retreat for travelers who value authenticity over excess, and for those who understand that the most memorable stays are often the quietest ones.

Austin is a city that moves fast.

Live music spills onto sidewalks.
Rooftop bars stay busy late into the night.
Tech conferences collide with cowboy boots.
And somewhere between barbecue smoke, startup culture, and festival crowds, the city has created its own version of modern luxury.

Right in the center of it all stands JW Marriott Austin—

a massive downtown hotel that somehow manages to feel both business-driven and deeply connected to Austin’s personality.

It’s not a quiet boutique hideaway.

It’s a full-scale urban resort built for people who want to experience the city head-on.

And in downtown Austin, few hotels place you closer to the action.

As if time had quietly folded in on itself, Dua Dari carried me somewhere softer, to an era shaped by peace, charm, and a slower sense of possibility.

Among the art and stillness of Hendra Hadiprana’s private world, everything felt gentler, more considered, as though life here was meant to be savoured rather than rushed.

A place where the past lingers just enough to remind you how beautiful things can feel when they are unhurried.