Tag: weekend
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La Maison Rimbert, Pernes-les-Fontaines
A home away from home (Les Grumpies approved) There are holiday homes that look good in photos… and then there are holiday homes that actually work in real life — with market bags on the table, shoes kicked off, and that “we could stay another…
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The George of Stamford: 55 Years Later, and Thankfully… Nothing Has Changed
Some people travel to be surprised. We travel to be reassured. And if there’s one place in England that understands the quiet luxury of staying wonderfully the same, it’s The George of Stamford—our forever-hotel, our comfort address, our “don’t even suggest somewhere new” kind of…
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Dakota Newcastle: Where to stay in Newcastle (if you like style and sanity)
Newcastle has that rare talent: it feels properly urban, proudly Northern, and just a little bit cinematic—like you could bump into a musician, a football legend, or a friendly local who will roast your outfit in the nicest possible way. Now, Les Grumpies don’t need…
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Unveiling the Charm of Monachyle Mhor: A Pink Gem in Scotland’s Crown
Monachyle Mhor is more than a place to stay; it’s a destination that embodies the spirit of Scotland. From its mysterious pink façade to its rich family history and exceptional hospitality, it invites guests to become part of its ongoing story.
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Art Deco Hotel Montana, Lucerne
If Lucerne is Switzerland’s postcard face, then the Art Deco Hotel Montana is the elegant handwriting on the back. Chic, a bit nostalgic, very charming – and just high enough on the hill to look down on the rest of us. You arrive with the…
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Lucerne: Postcard Switzerland with a Slightly Crooked Halo
If Switzerland had to choose one city for its Tinder profile, it would probably swipe itself right on Lucerne. Lake, mountains, medieval bridge, pretty Old Town, twinkling lights – the whole “Heidi-on-a-city-break” package. And yes, it is that beautiful in real life. Even in December,…
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A Love Affair with Romantik Hotel Das Schiff: A Haven in AUT-Hittisau
A Love Affair with Romantik Hotel Das Schiff: A Haven in Hittisau
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A Perfect Day in Schaffhausen – Munot, Rhein Views & Bella Italia at the Gerberstube
If you think Schaffhausen is just a sleepy stop before the Rheinfall, think again. This little Swiss gem is packed with charm, history, and just the right dose of Italian flair. It’s a perfect day trip for anyone in search of stone towers, river views,…
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Arles – Where Roman Stones Meet Space Age Dreams
Arles is one of those places steeped in history. It didn’t just leave a trace; it left a full-blown stone amphitheatre right in the middle of town. Built in 90 AD, the Arles Amphitheatre once hosted gladiators and roaring crowds. Today, it still stages events,…
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Stein am Rhein – Where Fairytales Meet Raspberry Cake
Some towns look like they were plucked straight out of a storybook… and then there’s Stein am Rhein, which clearly decided to go all in on the fairytale look. Half-timbered houses painted in candy colours, medieval charm oozing from every alleyway, and the Rhine flowing…
