Hotel Colón Gran Meliá, Seville

The trouble with places like Seville's Hotel Colón Gran Meliá is that you never want to leave, which can be tricky when you're only in town for a few days. That said, this regal, five-star hotel shouldn't be knocked for being too lovely. Part of its appeal is its facilities, ranging from a heated rooftop plunging pool with city views to free weekly jazz and flamenco performances and an exceptional restaurant. What perhaps stands out most, however, is its exceptional...

Trains, Pistes and Hydroelectricity: How To Have A Ski Holiday That Doesn’t Cost The Earth

Words by Chris Sayer There once was a time when drinking coffee from a takeaway cup didn’t come with an obligatory dash of guilt. And many moons ago, taking your weekly shop home in plastic bags didn’t mean shouldering an extra load of shame to your front door.  Yep, modern life now dictates that our every move is eco-scrutinised by the soft tones of Sir David Attenborough, and the venomous scowl of Greta Thunberg, inside our heads – and rightly...

Eight of the best things to do in Guatemala

Guatemala is an enchanting and affordable country blessed with misty mountains, rich Mayan history, emerald-tinted natural swimming pools, tranquil lakeside yoga spots, hotels with volcano views, and an eternal spring-like climate. If you’re lucky enough to visit, you’ll no doubt be charmed by smiley local folk in multi-coloured ‘traje’ outfits, tempted by the abundance of chocolate and coffee tours available, and intrigued by the constant smell of sweet burning wood, which comes from traditional wood-fired ovens. Visit Lake Atitlán Lake...

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