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Amy Bonifas

Amy is a travel writer and lifestyle journalist based near London. Her work has taken her everywhere from San Diego to Fiji, but Tuscany will always have her heart.

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Hotel Charleston Santa Teresa, Colombia

Hotel Charleston Santa Teresa, Colombia

Located on the edge of Cartagena’s walled Old Town, the Charleston Santa Teresa is a much-revered landmark and known as ‘the’ place to stay when exploring this colourful city. What was once a 17th-century convent is now a beautifully renovated hotel that’s a mix of historic grandeur and contemporary cool.

Hotel Il Pellicano, Italy

Hotel Il Pellicano, Italy

Between Rome and Pisa, Hotel Il Pellicano hides on one of Monte Argentario’s most beautiful coves. Here, it’s all wild beaches and mediterranean pine trees and it’s where wealthy Italians have been escaping for years.

The most stunning Cartagena beaches to visit

The most stunning Cartagena beaches to visit

Cartagena is known as Colombia’s jewel. And while it’s the country’s most popular city for tourists, don’t let that put you off. The city’s colourful colonial architecture and world-class restaurants might be it’s draw, but its uniqueness comes from the amazing beaches that are right on the city’s edge – and just a short drive or boat ride away.

Parilio, Greece

Parilio, Greece

Flicking through Conde Nast’s infamous Gold list, I came across this beautiful new hotel, and I knew that it would make the ultimate honeymoon trip. The stunning white buildings with dramatic archways and sharp edges nestled among the palms looked like the ideal place to just unwind and do nothing – and feel pretty decadent while doing it.