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Sabina Sobczak
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Sabina Sobczak

A translator turned editor, Sabina was the first copywriter in the Luxury Escapes' Europe office before moving into an editorial role. She has since taken to living a nomadic lifestyle, usually preferring to settle into a place long enough to find the best coffee and the most scenic running route. Along the way, she has dived with hammerhead sharks in the Galápagos, spent two months skiing in a Bulgarian mountain town and searched for haggis and Nessie in the Scottish Highlands. Friends often come to her for recommendations on where to stay, eat and explore – usually right after asking, 'where in the world are you now?'
Meet Casa de Sada, the Algarve’s Hottest New Beachfront Hotel
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Meet Casa de Sada, the Algarve’s Hottest New Beachfront Hotel

Two sea-view pools, beachfront dining and golden sand on the doorstep make Casa de Sada Potugal’s new name to know. The Algarve’s hottest new opening has claimed a prime spot on the seafront. Newly launched in Armação de Pêra, Casa de Sada Beach Resort brings together two Atlantic-facing pools, beachfront dining and cocktails with panoramic […]

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This 19th-Century Palace Will Take You Back to Rome’s Grand Hotel Era
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This 19th-Century Palace Will Take You Back to Rome’s Grand Hotel Era

Take a look inside Romanico Palace Hotel & Spa, where old-world design and historic details take you back in time. Set in an 1887 palace in the Ludovisi district, Romanico Palace Hotel & Spa pairs frescoed interiors with a panoramic rooftop bar and Roman spa, all with Via Veneto and Villa Borghese within walking distance. […]

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Inside Crete’s #1 Hotel: Nana Princess Suites, Villas & Spa
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Inside Crete’s #1 Hotel: Nana Princess Suites, Villas & Spa

With sprawling wellness facilities, a private pool in every suite and water park access, it’s no wonder this is Crete’s #1 hotel in TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best awards. Nana Princess Suites, Villas & Spa is the highest-ranked Cretan hotel in TripAdvisor’s 2026 Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best awards, placing fourth across Greece. It […]

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Is This London’s Best-Located Hotel?
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Is This London’s Best-Located Hotel?

Big Ben across the bridge, the London Eye just beyond your window and the Thames on your doorstep: this might just be the best-located hotel in London. Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge puts London’s most recognisable landmarks within an easy South Bank wander, then gives you somewhere restorative to return to: made-to-order sushi overlooking Big […]

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Right Place, Right Time: Where to Go in Europe by Month
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Right Place, Right Time: Where to Go in Europe by Month

Some European destinations shine brighter at certain times of year. This month-by-month guide reveals where to go and how to plan your trip. Europe‘s most compelling destinations are easy to love year-round, but you can narrow down the most fitting contenders for your specific travel window. There’s an art to knowing where to go – […]

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7 Alternative Cities to Fly Into For Your Next European Holiday
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7 Alternative Cities to Fly Into For Your Next European Holiday

London, Paris and Rome may be firm favourites, but your European adventure can begin in many places. Discover seven cities that offer a different starting point for exploring Europe. London, Paris and Rome may be Europe’s classic gateways for Australians, but the best place to begin your trip could lie elsewhere. Flying into a less […]

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Inside Edinburgh’s Coolest New Hotel
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Inside Edinburgh’s Coolest New Hotel

Historic on the outside and unmistakably Hoxton within, this Edinburgh newcomer puts a playful spin on the city’s Georgian heritage. Opened in 2025, The Hoxton Edinburgh is a design-led hotel spread across 11 restored Georgian townhouses, bringing together original architectural details, local craft and the brand’s distinctly playful character. Set near Haymarket station, it gives […]

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Skip the Crowds at This Contemporary Rome Retreat
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Skip the Crowds at This Contemporary Rome Retreat

Uncover a quieter side of Rome at this contemporary stay, complete with a rooftop pool and easy access to Trastevere and the city’s ancient icons. Rome’s headline sights may draw the crowds, but staying beyond the historic centre offers a more relaxed way to explore the Eternal City. In the local Marconi district, H10 Roma […]

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Best Hotels in Budapest for Every Type of City Break
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Best Hotels in Budapest for Every Type of City Break

The best hotel in Budapest depends on the type of trip you’re planning – here’s where to stay for first visits, spa breaks, design-led weekends and more. Budapest is unusually good at hotels with a sense of occasion. You can sleep inside an Art Nouveau landmark overlooking the Chain Bridge, check into a former ballet […]

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Stay in Avantgarde Luxury – Then Swim Above the City at This Porto Hotel
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Stay in Avantgarde Luxury – Then Swim Above the City at This Porto Hotel

Torel Avantgarde brings together Porto’s strongest hotel selling points: sweeping Douro River views, a rooftop pool, rooms inspired by cultural icons and a spa made for lingering. Swoon-worthy city and river views are just the beginning: Torel Avantgarde is a five-star boutique hotel on Rua da Restauração, a one-MICHELIN-Key property that was also named Portugal’s […]

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Planning a Destination Wedding in Europe: Italy, Greece, France and Beyond
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Planning a Destination Wedding in Europe: Italy, Greece, France and Beyond

A destination wedding in Europe delivers memorable settings and a built-in holiday, but demands considerable planning – this guide covers the appeal and the practicalities. There is a reason couples look to Europe for destination weddings: old-world European settings, centuries-old venues, regional cuisine and easy honeymoon extensions. But choosing Europe also means being realistic about […]

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The London Hotel With a Michelin-Starred Restaurant & Four-Floor Spa
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The London Hotel With a Michelin-Starred Restaurant & Four-Floor Spa

Start with Michelin-starred dining, reset at the Guerlain Spa, and finish with a Vesper in the very building that inspired James Bond – this is Raffles London at The OWO. At Raffles London at The OWO, the itinerary starts before you step outside. There’s Michelin-starred dining from Mauro Colagreco, a multi-level Guerlain Spa and a […]

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