Situated in the centre of Jerusalem, next to the Knesset and the International Convention Centre, the Crowne Plaza makes a comfortable base for exploring the city. They've been refurbishing the 396 rooms and the 19th floor suite I stayed in was bang up to date.

British Summer Time may often seem to be a contradictory term, but if you're in need of a sprinkling of sunshine while our own thermometers struggle to hit double digits, the island of Cyprus offers a year-round respite only 4 hours away by plane.

Royalty, world leaders and celebrities alike selected these iconic hotels due to their security, privacy, hospitality and of course, their five-star decadent luxury. From across the world, admire a castle hotel set in the Hollywood Hills and an all-suite Bermudan resort on pink sand beaches.

These hotels envisage where the rich and beautiful would holiday this summer, boasting locations in Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Cape Cod and surrounding areas. Many of these hotels are housed within historic mansions operating in the Roaring Twenties.

If you're travelling to London and want to stay in a fantastic five star hotel, choose one of my favourite London hotels mentioned in this blog.

The digital detox holiday will be a global trend during 2013, according to experts at 2012's World Travel Market in London. Digital detox refers to a process by which travellers attempt to disconnect from technology by surrendering their mobile phones, laptops and tablets on check-in at their hotel.

Situated in a premium location between Lisbon's Chiado and Bairro Alto districts, the Mercy Hotel's 47 rooms are designed by renowned Portuguese archi...

The turquoise sea glistens under the afternoon sun as I stand knee-deep taking in my surroundings. A shoal of Blennioidei shoot past my feet, before a flash to my right indicates a lone flying member of the group has glided out of the water and is now diving back in.

Nestled in the Mojave Desert and only two hours outside Los Angeles, Palm Springs has become known as California's playground. Endless pool parties and jeep driving around the town and surrounding mountain ranges is a standard way of living.

Those looking for a little extravagance and pampering this 14 February may want to check out these pictures of some of the finest and most exclusive luxury hotels.

Looking for luxury, romance and relaxation for a Valentine's break? Try one of my favourite romantic spa hotel retreats.

So what can you expect when you turn up? Five stars above the door doesn't just mean plush carpets and marble bathrooms. Service is what you're paying for, and if you're smart you will take full advantage.

Right on cue, just in time for the renowned festivities of Wenceslas Square, snow has fallen on the Golden City. As we stroll across Charles Bridge, carols echo down from the tower. White-tipped Baroque buildings and a twinkle of Christmas lights create the backdrop. Hot wine and chestnuts fill the hole.

Couples are comfortable taking a first overseas trip together around four months into a relationship, according to a survey. And Turkey tops the li...

Whether it's a birthday, anniversary or a dirty weekend away, we all need a weekend break from time to time. I share my tips on how to make the most of a last minute mini break.

One of Black Tomato's must go 2013 destinations has to be Kyoto.

As winter creeps in, the idyllic archipelago of the British Virgin Islands sounds like the escapism we all crave. Much more than just beautiful, sunny...

Of course Lausanne prides itself on its wine and the beautiful terraced vineyards of Lavaux, just outside, are packed with wineries offering a warm welcome and a chance to try some of their vintages.

The moment you step into The Arch, London's foyer you're greeted by a lady, a silhouette of a beautiful woman comprising of every designer boutique's logo in the hotel's radar.

Every now and then I take a break from "things to do with the kids" and look (rather desperately) for an excuse for a little "me time". And no, by "me...