Author name: Louisa Bayman

France, Hotel Reviews

Hotel Mansart Review – Paris

I recently had the privileged of staying in the Hotel Mansart located in the prestigious L’Opéra district of Paris.  First and foremost you can not beat the location.  It’s located at the corner of the prestigious Place Vendôme, which is just a few steps from what I would call diamond row, the absolute most stunning jewelry […]

Germany, Hotel Reviews

Das Stue Hotel – Berlin

I recently had the chance to check out Das Stue Hotel in Berlin and was blown away by the mix of art, design and function in this historic building.  The building itself was built in the 1930s and used to house the Danish Embassy.  The owners paid special attention to staying true to the original

Germany, Hotel Reviews

Hotel de Rome Berlin Review

  Hotel de Rome Berlin Review – If you are in Berlin and looking for centrally located, amazing history, world class dining and staff that will ensure you experience the true Berlin then you must stay at Hotel de Rome Berlin.  The hotel is located in the heart of Berlin, on the historic Bebelplatz and an

Coffee with the Concierge, Germany, Travel Tips

Berlin Tips and Hints

I had the absolute pleasure of staying at Hotel de Rome and experiencing the energy and unforgettable history of Berlin.  I was lucky that our hotel happened to have one of the most esteemed Concierges in Berlin, Benjamin and he let me pick his brain for the best Berlin Tips and Hints. What’s Berlin like today?

Czech Republic, Hotel Reviews

Emblem Hotel in Prague

I just had a fantastic stay at the Emblem Hotel in Prague.  As soon as I walked in the door I was greeted by the incredibly friendly staff who were surprisingly not behind a reception desk but instead lead me to a comfortable seating area for a check-in.  This is all part of their mission

Europe, France, Hotel Reviews

Domaine de la Baume – Provence

Once the home of the legendary painter Bernard Buffet and the source of his inspiration for many years, Domaine de la Baume is like being a house guest in an immaculate french 18th century countryside estate rather than a hotel stay.  The home itself has been renovated to perfection, each room is unique and includes

Europe, News

Ormina Tours – New for 2015

welcome “Travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living.” Miriam Beard’s observation from 1901 is timeless. It also resonates with our guest’s inspiration for travel and our passion to deliver amazing experiences that are revered, long after our guest’s return