Hotel Blog
Best Restaurants in Avignon
Avignon is one of France's most beautiful cities. It's also one of the most visited. Sadly, not many of those who visit stay long. As a result, it's all too easy to eat a mediocre meal in one of the restaurants that lure tourists with multilingual menus in the city centre. But follow the locals to quieter streets to have your faith in local cooking restored.
Written by Robin Gauldie
The Perfect Mortadella from Bologna
I've never been a fan of mortadella. Every version I've tried reminds me, greasily, of school dinners. But it's Bologna's signature sausage and this is my first trip to the city. Maybe, I think, the real thing will be different from the ersatz version.
Written by Robin Gauldie
Fringe Family Favourites... Anytime.
Boutique-style city hotels sometimes seem like a child-free zone, with parents and kids relegated to destinations that offer a 21st-century take on the old-school bucket-and-spade holiday.But it doesn't have to be that way. Families like cities too – and let's not forget that we're not all metropolitans.
Written by Robin Gauldie
The Lure of the Minibar.
Hoteliers say minibar prices merely reflect their costs. But with a typical markup of 100% for a bottle of water, 200% for a mini-vodka or 400% for a beer, who can blame guests for being sceptical?
Written by Robin Gauldie
The Ducati temple in Bologna
The Ducati Museum in Bologna is a temple to two-wheeled excess, celebrating the legendary Italian brand's progress from builder of humble mopeds to creator of some of the world's greatest motorcycles.
Written by Robin Gauldie
Edinburgh celebrates its 70th festival year!
Edinburgh celebrates its 70th festival year! Almost five million people are expected to visit Edinburgh's multiple festivals in 2017, so book early for the best hotels at the best prices.
Written by Robin Gauldie
Stars in our eyes
Hotel rating systems aren't as helpful as they seem, according to Hotel Guru reviewer Robin Gauldie. Surprisingly, there's no global hotel grading system and there aren't even EU-wide standards.
Written by Robin Gauldie
Top tips for Burns Night in Edinburgh
Wit, whisky, reeling, an evening of fun, great food, music and entertainment. Edinburgh is buzzing with planned Burns Night celebrations.
Written by Colette Bett
Fun weekend in Bilbao
We know the feeling. You'd like to explore a city you've never been to before? Plan a fun weekend in Bilbao, you can be there in under two hours!
Written by Colette Bett
Springtime in Seville
The recommended hot spots and best experiences for a springtime trip to Seville.
Written by Colette Bett
