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DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake

October 26, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Visiting the world’s third largest city means there is always plenty of choice of where to stay. But when there’s 14.2 plus million residents, it’s important to pick accommodation which has great transport links as […]

Hanz Outdoor Resort Kawaguchiko

October 22, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

It was worth the early morning alarm call. Peeking out from above the skyline was the natural wonder everyone talks about when visiting Japan. Mount Fuji is one of the country’s three sacred peaks and […]

Palacete Severo

October 20, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Sometimes a second visit to somewhere you really enjoyed is as good as a first or could it be even better? Let’s find out as I rediscovered one of my favourite hotels ever in the intriguing […]

1955 Tokyo Bay by Hoshino Resorts

October 16, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Showa nostalgia is big in Japan. Symbolizing a time of prosperity celebrated with bold, coloured retro-kitsch and a chance to escape. The Hoshino Resort’s 1955 Tokyo Bay hotel opened in 2024 to bring back the […]

Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva

October 14, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

34 years of travelling and not once before had I missed a flight. None of us had. But for some reason, this time the excitement had got to us. This was our first girls’ trip […]

Uga Ghiri, Ella

October 5, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 1

Boutique Sri Lankan hotel group Uga Resorts, renowned for its world-class hospitality, recently opened its eighth property in Sri Lanka, the all-inclusive five-star Uga Ghiri, located in the Central Highlands region. Uga Ghiri is nestled […]

Maritim Resort and Spa Mauritius

October 4, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Zipping along from one palm tree to another with lightning speed and amazing agility is no mean feat. But for the flying foxes, it is all in a day’s work. The large fruit bats are […]

Hilton Mauritius Resort and Spa

September 26, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Touching tradition at its simple best was the welcome at the Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa, a very special and different style beachside hotel in magical Mauritius. In the background, the UNSECO recognised Le Morne […]

Radisson Blu Azuri Resort and Spa, Mauritius

September 21, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Floating gently down the well preserved mangroves without a care in the world has to be one of the best feelings. Follow that up with a shot on a huge circle hammock overlooking the water […]

DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel and Spa

September 14, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Heavenly Harrogate is full of pomp and ceremony and dominating the skyline is the mightily named and magnificent Victorian DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel and Spa. It really is a den of beauty. From […]