Introduction On Kangaroo Island I’m staying at the Kangaroo Island Lodge. As we’re in the middle of the southern hemisphere winter, the island is very […]
HOTELS
The Sofitel Adelaide
Introduction The very first time I visited Adelaide in the late nineties, my sister and I stayed at the Hilton on Victoria Square. When I […]
The Sofitel on Collins Street, Melbourne
Introduction My first stop in Australia is Melbourne – for two reasons, one of which will be explained in a later post. The other reason […]
The Infamous Hilton Narita Airport
I just arrived in Tokyo Narita on an Iberia flight from Madrid. My onward connection is not until this evening, which gives me about nine […]
Afternoon Tea at the Mandarin Oriental The Ritz Madrid
Introduction I mean, I just couldn’t not try at least one venue for afternoon tea during my stay in Madrid, could I? Madrid proved to […]
Return to the RIU Plaza de España Hotel in Madrid
Introduction This is not my first visit to the Riu Plaza de España. I previously stayed here in 2022 and rather liked it. I think […]
The Radisson Blu Antwerp Centre
Introduction The city of Antwerp in Belgium has a long history as an important trading centre. Back in the 16th century, Antwerp was to Belgium […]
Afternoon Tea at the Botanic Sanctuary Hotel
Introduction My reservation for afternoon tea is at 15h00. On my way there from the hotel, I detour to the Cathedral of our Lady of […]