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22 March 2023

The Claris Hotel Barcelona; all the charm and elegance of a former palace

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In the centre of the Eixample district, the former Vedruna palace, dating from the 19th century, is today home to the Claris hotel, one of the most beautiful hotels in this capital of Catalonia. It is ideally situated a few paces from the Passeig de Gracia, the longest and most luxurious avenue in Barcelona, and in the city’s liveliest district. The hotel is a gem of refinement, come from another…

The Intercontinental Park Lane, undeniably a jewel in the heart of Mayfair

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In November 2022, on a fresh visit to London, I discovered that the heart of the prestigious district of Mayfair is home to an exceptional hotel. If you’ve been following my posts, you will know that I have always found my stays in the hotels of this chain to be quite marvellous, so I did not have a moment’s hesitation about repeating the experience, this time in the most chic…