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Undiscovered European Experiences for Your Next Trip to the Continent

Undiscovered European Experiences for Your Next Trip to the Continent

Every summer, photos of Aperol Spritzes at posh cafés in Positano are sure to flood your Instagram feed. Thanks to social media, traveling to Europe has evolved into a cliché in recent years — a competition to inspire “FOMO” in others by posting idyllic photos on Instagram from popular tourist destinations. For those who yearn to explore the undiscovered in Europe, here are some unique experiences that can help you connect deeper with European lifestyle and culture, and hopefully, yourself. 

Enjoying a Fancy Tea Experience in London

Enjoying a Fancy Tea Experience in London

In this case, we are not exaggerating since this Afternoon Tea experience is actually called “Fancy Tea.” Lyaness is the new bar and concept from Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr Lyan) and team at Sea Containers London. Set within the iconic Sea Containers building – originally designed by American architect Warren Platner […]

Enjoy Sipping on London’s Most Expensive Cup of Tea

Enjoy Sipping on London’s Most Expensive Cup of Tea

The Rubens at The Palace hotel serves its Royal Afternoon Tea in London’s most regal location, overlooking The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace. Adding to this already illustrious experience, the five star hotel is now serving its freshly baked scones, pastries and finger sandwiches alongside the United Kingdom’s most expensive cup […]

6 Favorite London Cocktail Bars

6 Favorite London Cocktail Bars

No great hotel is complete without a first-class bar – one of those special places that changes its character as the day progresses, but always has a relaxed and friendly environment that makes you feel right at home. The Red Carnation Hotel Collection’s 6 unique cocktail bars offer exceptional decor, […]

Hotel News: Mondrian London Is Now Sea Containers London

Hotel News: Mondrian London Is Now Sea Containers London

The award-winning South Bank design hotel, Mondrian London has now officially become Sea Containers London. Paying homage to the history of the iconic building in which the hotel sits, the new name also marks the hotel’s independent status, as part of the Lore Group’s collection of independent hotels. Lore Group – […]

Experiencing the Unexpected at K West

Experiencing the Unexpected at K West

Standing in front of the white, boxy building in the Shepherd’s Bush section of London, the last thing you would expect it to be is a boutique hotel. But there it is, K West Hotel and Spa London, transformed from a BBC recording studio into a hip contemporary facility that […]

A Stay at the Milestone Hotel

A Stay at the Milestone Hotel

When hotel founder Bea Tollman was trying to think of a name for her group of luxury properties, now numbering 17 around the world, she remembered that the first time she met her husband-to-be, Stanley, he was wearing an elegant red carnation boutonniere. Thus was born the Red Carnation Hotels […]

The Allure of The Royal Lancaster Hotel in London

The Allure of The Royal Lancaster Hotel in London

Perhaps, no other London hotel can boast such an illustrious storied past as the Royal Lancaster Hotel, or as it has reverted to its original designation as Royal Lancaster London. The Beatles launched their classic ‘Yellow Submarine’ film and had their after party in the Yellow Submarine nightclub. The Rolling […]

A Sweet Way to Enjoy London with Chef Eric Lanlard

A Sweet Way to Enjoy London with Chef Eric Lanlard

LuxeGetaways Magazine – Fall/Winter 2017 | When in London, an absolute must is a visit to Cake Boy along the River Thames. If you are lucky, you will also have an opportunity to meet the king of pastry himself, Eric Lanlard. When not traveling the world sharing his expertise and serving […]