Housed in the Grade II listed Bow Street Magistrates’ Court and Police Station, NoMad London is one of several Grade II listed buildings to have been converted into hotels in recent years – Courtesy of Sydell Group I found myself feeling a little emotional on Wednesday when I heard that the BT Tower in London … Read more
Luxury takes many forms, but escaping the hustle and bustle and indulging in individual indulgence are often of paramount importance – Maria Korneeva/Moment RF Five minutes after checking into the hilltop I booked for my family on the Greek island of Paros, I felt the inglorious punch that I was being ripped off. The so-called … Read more
In 2024, bizarre concierge offers are an expectation for big-spending guests – Markus Gortz Guests were once mocked for their ridiculous demands for five-star hotels. In 2016, travel company Oliver’s Travels published, rather indiscreetly, a list of client assignments to the villa specialist’s concierges. They include: “arrange a gospel choir to come out of the … Read more
London’s Old War Office has reopened as the new Raffles at the OWO following a £1.4 billion renovation – Grain London Ltd London’s Old War Office has a rich history. It was formerly home to the Secret Service, Winston Churchill’s office, and has featured in numerous Bond films. The latest incarnation? A luxury hotel. Originally … Read more