Longueville Manor
WHERE TO STAY: InterContinental Porto – Palácio das Cardosas
Set on Praça da Liberdade, this restored 18th-century palace is positioned directly in Porto’ s historic heart, within easy walking distance of Clérigos Tower, Livraria Lello and the Douro riverfront. Inside, original architecture is balanced with contemporary restraint, marble floors, high ceilings and calm, light-filled rooms that feel polished rather than showy. Astória Restaurant focuses on modern Portuguese cooking, while Cardosas Bar revives the ritual of afternoon tea alongside port wines and classic cocktails. With its discreet elegance and exceptionally central location, it makes a refined base for exploring the city’ s layered history and enduring charm.
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JERSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS
Spring is arguably Jersey’ s best season. The island is green, uncrowded and made for being outdoors, with coastal paths, beaches and gardens coming into their own before summer arrives. Its compact size makes it easy to explore, whether that means clifftop walks, boat trips or simply finding a good spot to watch the sunset. Travel from the UK is straightforward, and the pace is noticeably slower, making Jersey well suited to a restorative break that still feels refined.
WHERE TO STAY: Longueville Manor
A lovingly restored manor house just outside St Helier, Longueville Manor is Jersey’ s leading luxury hotel and the island’ s only AA Five Red Star property. Family-owned and run by the third generation of the Lewis family, it is also the sole Relais & Châteaux member in the Channel Islands and a recent Michelin Key recipient. With 29 individually styled rooms, an oak-panelled dining room led by long-standing Executive Head Chef Andrew Baird, extensive gardens, outdoor pool, spa and a renowned wine cellar, it offers a polished yet personal base. The team can also arrange island experiences, from oyster tastings to boat trips and heritage visits.
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Longueville Manor
MARRAKECH, MOROCCO
As easy to reach as many European destinations, Marrakech earns its place on a spring list for practical
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