HOTEL FAVOURITES

When people think of the Lombardy region in Italy, they might easily overlook the old city of Bergamo amid Italy's countless unmissable destinations. I also have tried to visit Bergamo and its GombitHotel many times, but something always changed the plan. So when I had a chance to return to Italy, I put this hotel first on the list. I fell in love with its architecture and the location in the Upper Bergamo, surrounded by the 16th-century Venetian Walls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  Gombit Hotel The name of the hotel derives from the Latin word 'compitum', which means crossroads. The hotel and its 51,6 meters high tower Torre del Gombito stand on the meeting point of the two main axes of the Roman town, Via Gombito and Via Lupo. The history is still present in the architecture of the hotel. Also, it belongs to the international group of Design Hotels. The design in this place aims to give the clients an experience of luxury and quietude. So I had high hopes for this hotel ...

I love authentic boutique hotels! With fewer rooms and a focus on guest experience, they offer a more intimate and personalized stay. This contrasts with the often impersonal nature of larger chain hotels, providing guests with tailored service and a warm, homely ambiance. Additionally, boutique hotels in Portugal are often located in historically significant buildings, seamlessly blending traditional architecture with modern design elements, giving them a great deal of character and soul. These qualities, along with a convenient location, were the reasons I chose to book Timbre Virtudes for my two nights in Porto. Porto is situated along the Douro River in northern Portugal. Its historic center is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers a rich cultural experience, from its wine cellars and Fado music to its growing appreciation for contemporary design and art. Six bridges span the Douro, serving not only as vital transport links but also as dramatic vantage points for pa...

I decided to visit Poland during my autumn holiday, as the flight connection from Turku to Gdańsk with Wizz Air is very affordable. I have visited Poland several times before, so I know that the place to be is the Tricity — a region locals refer to as Trójmiasto. It consists of three cities: Gdańsk, Sopot, and Gdynia, often considered the jewels of the Pomorskie region and Poland’s most popular holiday destination. This region was also recommended by Mondo Magazine, as it offers plenty to see and do. The magazine highlights Gdańsk’s Old Town and Zoo, the long pier and beautiful sandy beach of Sopot, and the sailboats and Science Center of Gdynia as places of particular interest. I wanted to focus on nature walks and spa relaxation, so I chose the luxurious Hotel Quadrille as my base for exploring the region. The entire area is well-connected by public transport and can easily be explored without a car. Hotel Quadrille is an 11-minute walk from the nearest train station, yet it feels se...