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June 4, 2025
REVIEW: BVLGARI Tokyo

BVLGARI Tokyo is not only my favourite hotel in Tokyo, it is now my personal number one city hotel in the world.

The atmosphere at this hotel is hard to describe, honestly the words tranquility and serenity don't do it justice. When you stay here, you feel like you never want to leave and honestly that's my only criticism of this hotel. It's so good that it's a destination in and of itself. The views of the city and Mount Fuji in particular are spectacular but being in the hotel is such a wonderfully relaxing experience that it can be hard to pull yourself away and actually spend time outside, in Tokyo. Having said that, when you do leave the hotel the fact that there's a complimentary Maserati at hand to drive you around the local vicinity, definitely sweetens the proposition somewhat.

June 1, 2025
REVIEW: Monwana Africa Safari

Monwana was an absolutely magical experience from start to finish.

Since our visit the accolades have come thick and fast, with Monwana most recently being awarded the No.1 African Safari Lodge in the 2024 Travel+Leisure awards. Given everything that we experienced, I'd say that this is well and truly deserved.

The design manages to perfectly embody a sense of place, whilst remaining decidedly modern and veering away from the usual pastiche of pith helmets and zebra print rugs. Clearly a lot of thought went into the details in the rooms and they are every bit as impressive as top resort properties in places like the Maldives or Thailand.

March 9, 2025
EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Four Seasons Park Lane, London – Guaranteed Upgrade and Early Check-in

For global citizens seeking a luxury hotel in the heart of Mayfair, yet worlds away from its flash and flair, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is where global sophistication meets London’s dynamic character, from a Michelin-starred breakfast with Chef Yannick Alléno to the alchemical magic of a concierge team holding more Les Clefs d’Or Golden Keys than anywhere else in London.

Four Seasons Park Lane is now offering a Guaranteed Upgrade and Early Check-In through to the end of April.

February 16, 2025
REVIEW: Four Seasons Madrid

Four Seasons Madrid is arguably one of the best city hotels in all of Europe. Indeed the room hardware, service and F&B are at the very forefront of any Four Seasons city hotel globally.

The remarkable attention to detail in the craftsmanship seems to permeate every aspect of the experience here. Staff are incredibly attentive and helpful throughout every department of the property and the constant flow of in-room treats and amenities rivals even Aman hotels when it comes to generosity.

February 2, 2025
REVIEW: Four Seasons Otemachi Tokyo

Four Seasons Otemachi is a gleaming flagship property offering state of the art rooms and wellness facilities, as well as numerous dining options, all with spectacular panoramic views of the Skytree, Imperial palace and Mount Fuji beyond.

There are certainly areas for improvement: service is not as polished as the older Marunouchi property and the breakfast 'set' concept is bizarre, with food that is not at the level of other more established hotels in Tokyo.

However, these are relatively minor details...

HOTEL BOOKING

Our clients benefit from the best available rates on hotels, in addition to added benefits on every stay. These added benefits come at no cost to you and are entirely financed by our hotel partners.

Our bookings are always made directly with hotels, via preferred channels. This means that you can still enjoy status benefits and points earning at any hotel that offers a loyalty program.

Breakfast

Hotel credit

Room upgrades

Flexible check in/out

Select one of the options below to begin your journey with us...

BELMOND TRAIN BOOKING

As a Belmond Bellini Club agency we are able to offer our clients the following benefits on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Andean Explorer, The Royal Scotsman and The Eastern and Oriental Express:

VIP welcome amenity

$100 onboard credit

(per person)

Cabin upgrades

(if available on the day of departure)

$500 gift voucher

(per cabin - for use on a future Belmond booking of $2,500+)

For shorter day trips on the Belmond British Pullman and The Hiram Bingham we offer the below benefits:

VIP welcome amenity

$50 onboard credit

(per person)

CRUISE BOOKING

Our clients benefit from the best available rates on cruises. 

As a Virtuoso agency we offer a variety of different value added benefits which vary according to the cruise line and specific sailing.

Examples of possible benefits:

Complimentary speciality dining

Shipboard credit

Cabin upgrades

First to board

 
June 4, 2025
BVLGARI Tokyo - Swimming pool
REVIEW: BVLGARI Tokyo

BVLGARI Tokyo is not only my favourite hotel in Tokyo, it is now my personal number one city hotel in the world.

The atmosphere at this hotel is hard to describe, honestly the words tranquility and serenity don't do it justice. When you stay here, you feel like you never want to leave and honestly that's my only criticism of this hotel. It's so good that it's a destination in and of itself. The views of the city and Mount Fuji in particular are spectacular but being in the hotel is such a wonderfully relaxing experience that it can be hard to pull yourself away and actually spend time outside, in Tokyo. Having said that, when you do leave the hotel the fact that there's a complimentary Maserati at hand to drive you around the local vicinity, definitely sweetens the proposition somewhat.

June 1, 2025
Monwana Residence - Outdoor Deck
REVIEW: Monwana Africa Safari

Monwana was an absolutely magical experience from start to finish.

Since our visit the accolades have come thick and fast, with Monwana most recently being awarded the No.1 African Safari Lodge in the 2024 Travel+Leisure awards. Given everything that we experienced, I'd say that this is well and truly deserved.

The design manages to perfectly embody a sense of place, whilst remaining decidedly modern and veering away from the usual pastiche of pith helmets and zebra print rugs. Clearly a lot of thought went into the details in the rooms and they are every bit as impressive as top resort properties in places like the Maldives or Thailand.

February 16, 2025
FS Madrid - Breakfast at Dani Brasserie
REVIEW: Four Seasons Madrid

Four Seasons Madrid is arguably one of the best city hotels in all of Europe. Indeed the room hardware, service and F&B are at the very forefront of any Four Seasons city hotel globally.

The remarkable attention to detail in the craftsmanship seems to permeate every aspect of the experience here. Staff are incredibly attentive and helpful throughout every department of the property and the constant flow of in-room treats and amenities rivals even Aman hotels when it comes to generosity.