It’s The Details That Matter
They might be best known for their luxury lakeside lodges and swanky poolside villas but Bainland Lodge Retreats pride themselves on something else – attention to the details that matter. From the warm welcome on arrival and the no-mow policy to protect the bees, to the chef’s herb garden and smell of freshly laundered linens, […]
With Christmas markets, concerts, and amazing annual festivals back on the events calendar, it is time to explore what Lincolnshire has to offer
Bursting with heritage and culture, this historic county has something for everyone. From family-friendly festivals and exhibitions in the vibrant city of Lincoln, to celebrations of bygone eras and Lincolnshire’s proud agricultural legacy in the countryside – you will not lack for things to do. Nor for places to stay. The former spa town of […]
Bainland Lodge Retreats Celebrates Rebranding As It Continues To Expand And Elevate Its Luxury Lodge Offering
Bainland Lodge Retreats celebrates rebranding with new website launch and the continued expansion of its luxury lodge offering, unveiling romantic treehouse “The Nest” and luxurious family-friendly “The Orchard” as well as announcing three new opulent over-water lodges set to open in the winter. The Orchard is a sumptuous four-bedroom lodge with a west-facing private garden ideal […]
Mandy Gore-Booth on PR, Passion and what she will be Packing on holiday this summer
Pilot PR’s founder, Mandy Gore-Booth, is Jamaican born and bred with over 25 years of experience in the travel, wellness, lifestyle, and real estate sectors. She has worked across an array of accounts including independent bolt-holes in the Mediterranean, destination spas in South Tyrol, luxury hostels in the UK, tourism boards in the US, up […]
Is This The Perfect Summer Accessory? Mimie Reed Reveals Why A Turban Is Haircare’s Secret Weapon
Mimie Reed, founder of her own eponymous sustainable swim and resort wear brand, is delighted to reveal her go-to summer fashion accessory: a hair turban. Quickly becoming one of her most popular pieces, her hair turbans are not only stylish, but they provide protection from prolonged exposure to the sun and saltwater or chlorine while […]
Mimie Reed Adds Best Selling Grace Belted Swimsuit To Her Holiday Capsule Collection
Sustainable swimwear designer Mimie Reed has pulled together her best-selling items to create a holiday capsule collection for summer 2021. Mimie pairs her best-selling full piece, the Grace Belted Swimsuit, which comes in black or white, along with the Norma Contrast Kaftan and her Cateye sunglasses with pearl chain, to create the three piece collection. Mimie Reed’s […]
On board with…Swimwear Designer Mimie Reed
Romantic attractiveness is one way of defining the word glamour. Think Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn or Dorothy Dandridge, women naturally beautiful with a style that ordinary women the world over have coveted and copied. Yes, they were movie stars, but they combined their real-life glamour in a way that was both sexy and demure with […]
On board with…Interior Designer Karen Robson
Karen Robson has been an interior and furniture designer in the commercial and domestic design sector for over 29 years. As Head Designer at Paulus & Brown, she has worked on many prestigious projects, including a restaurant redesign at Belvoir Castle. In addition to this, she has accomplished a huge array of projects which include […]
The Best Things to See and Do in the Captivating County of Lincolnshire
With Lincolnshire being the second largest county and the least populated in the UK, it has seemingly kept under the radar when it comes to top destinations to visit. Bursting with heritage, history, and culture, Lincolnshire is filled with plenty of exciting attractions and beautiful scenery no matter what time of year you visit. With beautiful […]
Retreat and Recharge this Winter at Bainland Country Park in Romantic Cabins with al fresco Hot Tubs
Bainland Country Park in Lincolnshire offers Romantic Cabins, Lakeside Firepits, Cosy Wood-Burners & Al Fresco Hot Tubs under big night skies – making it the perfect escape for two this winter. In the heart of Lincolnshire is Bainland, a collection of laid-back lodges, glamping tents and two brand new holiday villas, set within […]
Safestay Has Designs On Transforming The Hostel Market, Offering The Best Beds In The Business
How design lies at the heart of this dynamic European-wide network of hostels. Safestay – the owner and operator of 18 hostels in 15 cities across 11 European countries – is synonymous with offering safe, stylish and great value accommodation. Design lies at the heart of the Safestay brand and the team is […]
The best things to do in Lincolnshire – it is time to explore this charming and often overlooked county in the UK
Lincolnshire might not immediately spring to mind when thinking of a weekend escape or family holiday but as the second largest county in England, and one of the least populated, this feels like a particularly good time to discover some of Lincolnshire’s hidden gems. Thanks to expert advice from Lincolnshire native, and owner of Bainland […]
New Villas Unveiled at Bainland in Lincolnshire for the Perfect British Staycation this Summer
Bainland, a 45-acre eco-park in Lincolnshire, has unveiled two brand new purpose-built, design-led villas for Summer 2020. Sleeping up to 24 guests the villas offer the ideal place for families to have an exceptional staycation this summer. The two new villas, English Country Villa and English Garden Villa, reflect their English heritage and aesthetic. Costing over £2.4 million, […]
Back to Nature With Hotel Quelle’s Outdoor Fitness Activities This Summer
Hotel Quelle Nature Spa in South Tyrol re-opened on 11th June with a host of outdoor activities for guests to completely immerse themselves in nature this summer. Being active outdoors is a key part of Hotel Quelle’s ethos – that being in nature aids relaxation, and helps to restore both body and mind. Hotel Quelle’s […]
Preidlhof In South Tyrol Reopens With New Transformational Wellness And Trauma Healing Programmes For Summer 2020
Award-winning destination spa Preidlhof in South Tyrol, Italy, has reopened with new transformational wellness programmes designed to address the specific needs and challenges of this time. A world leader in integrated health and transformational wellness, Preidlhof’s programmes aim to instil energy and self-confidence in guests, helping them with their physical and emotional recovery. New Transformational Wellness […]
Safestay Hostels Open As Generation Z Gets Set To Travel
Safestay, the owner and operator of 18 hostels in 15 cities across 11 European countries, has announced several hostel reopenings, as restrictions lift across Europe and the UK. Generation Z and Millennials are set to be the first to travel this summer as more than 70% of under 40s keen to travel by the end […]
Wellness Garden and Outdoor Massage Launching at Hotel Quelle for summer 2020
Hotel Quelle, award-winning Nature Spa in the Dolomites, reopened on 11th June 2020. As part of this reopening, guests can enjoy a new Wellness Garden and outdoor massage area. The Wellness Garden concept is based around Hotel Quelle’s name, which means “source” in German. As such, the garden includes a collection of new attractions themed […]
New Wellness Garden at Hotel Quelle for Summer 2020
Award-winning family-friendly ‘Nature Spa’ resort, Hotel Quelle in South Tyrol is unveiling a new Wellness Garden as part of its 70th Anniversary celebrations when it re-opens on 11 June 2020. The Wellness Garden comes on top of a raft of new adventure-packed Active Weeks and special events taking place throughout summer and autumn. The new Wellness Garden concept sees Hotel […]
Lessons from Lockdown in South Tyrol, Italy
In quarantine since 11 March, the Italians know a thing or two about being in isolation, practising social distancing, facing tough restrictions on movement and being apart from loved ones. Here the team of healers from the award-winning destination spa Preidlhof, share their stories from South Tyrol and what it means to be lockdown in this beautiful, […]
Safestay Hostels Announces Plans to Expand: 20 hostels in 2020
Safestay, the owner and operator of contemporary hostels, sets out its vision for 2020, announcing continued expansion of the brand into leading European cities and key initiatives to drive further growth. 20 Hostels in 2020 With a current portfolio of 18 hostels in 15 cities across 11 European countries, and a further two sites under […]
Sail Dalmatia Unveils New Product and Sustainability Initiatives for 2020: “Greta Thunberg Effect” sees Increased Demand From Families For Sailing Holidays in Croatia
Demand for more environmentally-friendly and nature-immersive ‘educational’ travel experiences has led to a rise in demand from families to explore Croatia by boat, reports Sail Dalmatia, Croatia’s leading luxury Yacht Charter Company. “I call it the ‘Greta Thunberg effect’”, says Dora Vulic, Founder of Sail Dalmatia. “We are seeing more demand from intergenerational families. The […]
Hotel Quelle in South Tyrol Launches New Active Weeks For 2020 – Choose Your Challenge is Back!
Hotel Quelle Nature Spa launches a new series of Active Weeks. E-bike tours, hiking races, summit challenges, mountain top yoga and fitness training sessions are all included in the price of the stay. Back by popular demand from guests, Hotel Quelle, the award-winning, five-star ‘Nature Spa’ resort in South Tyrol, Italy, has introduced further Active Weeks […]
European Rolfing® Association Launches ‘Heads Up’ Awareness Campaign To Promote Better Use of Technology amongst Children
Our use of smartphones and tablets is contributing to a significant rise in postural complaints in children and teenagers across Europe, and practitioners (‘Rolfers™’) report increasing demand from parents for Rolfing® Structural Integration. In support of this, the European Rolfing® Association has launched a dedicated ‘Heads Up!’ campaign to raise awareness of the benefits […]
New Transformational Wellness Retreats & Programmes Launch at Preidlhof
Award-winning destination spa, Preidlhof in South Tyrol, is launching new Transformational Wellness Programmes available to guests from 1st February 2020. The new retreats address modern day issues from improving sleep to helping let go and getting your life back on track. Prices start from £1325 per person for a four-night Transformational Journey retreat and can […]
Anniversary Programme – Hotel Quelle Celebrates 70 Years of Alpine Hospitality
Award-winning Hotel Quelle – a family-friendly ‘Nature Spa’ resort in South Tyrol, Italy is celebrating 70 years of hospitality in 2020. Owned and operated by the third generation Steinmair Family, Hotel Quelle is launching a special Anniversary Programme for guests. This will take place during dedicated weeks in Spring & Autumn 2020. The Anniversary Programme offers 7 nights for […]
“Happiness is an Inside Job”: Interview with Preidlhof’s New Spa Director, Patrizia Bortolin
“Our main goal is to empower guests to awaken their own inner healer, to offer new perspectives and to put them in touch with their inner flow. We are a source of recharge and provide inspiration when required, but the healing energy comes from within… happiness is an inside job.” Says Patrizia Bortolin, the new Spa […]
Hammett’s Macina Restaurant at Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour Named Luxury Heritage Restaurant at 2019 World Luxury Restaurant Awards
Hammett’s Maċina Restaurant located within the walls of the Sheer Bastion fortress in Senglea, Malta – home to luxury boutique hotel, Cugó Gran Maċina Grand Harbour– has been named best ‘Luxury Heritage Restaurant’ in Europe at the 2019 World Luxury Restaurant Awards. The World Luxury Restaurant Awards recognize establishments for world-class service excellence. Awards are presented […]
Hotel Quelle Nature Spa In Partnership With Beauty Pioneer Team Doctor Joseph
Hotel Quelle Nature Spa Resort‘s partnership with local South Tyrol beauty brand Team Doctor Joseph offers guests of this award-winning hotel the latest in innovative, natural skincare. The line was founded by beauty pioneer Doctor Joseph Vitalis, who believes that “no laboratory is greater than our garden”. He is a firm advocate of the healing power of plants. […]
“A 100,000 mile service for your body”. Have you tried Rolfing® yet?
Pilot PR is delighted to be working with the European Rolfing® Association (ERA) on their marketing and PR communications, to support their members, and to raise awareness of the many health benefits of Rolfing®. Rolfing® Structural Integration (“Rolfing®”) is a transformative bodywork that works on the connective tissues to release, realign and balance the body as a […]
Edwin Mintoff Architects Awarded Prix Versailles for Restoration of Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour in Malta
Edwin Mintoff Architects has been awarded the European Prix Versailles World Architecture & Design Award for their restoration of the Macina in Senglea, Malta, now home to luxury all-suite boutique hotel, Cugó Gran Maċina Grand Harbour. The prize was announced by the secretariat of the Prix Versailles, in association with UNESCO and with the International Union […]
Preidlhof in South Tyrol Wins Tatler Spa Award 2019
The 2019 Tatler Spa Awards honours Preidlhof in South Tyrol, Italy, naming this “delicious slice of Alpine hospitality” one of the Best Spas in the World for 2019. Preidlhof won the ‘Infinity & Beyond’ award category with praise for “the ever – innovative, high-tech medical expertise that really recharges the batteries.” The award ceremony was held at the Hotel Café Royal in […]
Celebrations with Aspen and Snowmass this Summer 2019
Summer 2019 is the perfect time to visit Aspen and Snowmass in Colorado. This year several of Aspen’s great institutions are celebrating important anniversaries. The celebrations will showcase the best that Aspen has to offer. From incredible music to inspiring films, there is something for everyone in Aspen and Snowmass this summer. Here are our tips for […]
Explore South Tyrol – Four Alternative Ways to Discover the Mountains
Hotel Quelle Nature Spa Resort in the Dolomites is the ideal base to explore South Tyrol. The hotel is surrounded by breath-taking scenery and located where the three valleys of Casies, Pustertal and Gsies meet. Hotel Quelle’s ethos is based on the healing power of nature and the importance of active relaxation. Guests are really encouraged […]
‘Best Clean Eating Fix’: Preidlhof in South Tyrol Wins Conde Nast Traveller Spa Award 2019
The 2019 Condé Nast Traveller Spa Awards pays tribute to Preidlhof in South Tyrol, Italy, naming this “little-known bolthole for big results” one of “The Best Spas in the World for 2019”. Preidlhof won the ‘Best Clean Eating Fix’ category beating off stiff competition from other leading spas across the world in a packed award ceremony held at The Lanesborough in […]
Travel to Malta – The Five Best Reasons to Visit Malta in 2019
Malta is an emerging luxury travel destination and it’s easy to see why. With a mild climate year-round, stunning scenery, incredible architecture from as early as 2500 BC and world-class museums, Malta is a must-visit port of call for travellers in 2019. For those looking to get the most out of their trip, Cugó Gran Maçina […]
Cugó Gran Menorca Announces Partnership With Wellness Experts’ Silver Linings
Three Silver Linings Retreat dates set for 2019 Cugó Gran Menorca is working with Chrissy Sundt, Founder of Silver Linings and her team of wellbeing experts, on a series of new signature wellness retreats in 2019. The four-day, four-night Silver Linings retreats at Cugó Gran Menorca offer a complete wellness reset with a focus on […]
The Ideal Weekend Escape – Cugó Gran Maċina Grand Harbour in Senglea, Malta
Cugó Gran Maċina Grand Harbour, the luxury 21 suite hotel which opened this year in Senglea, Malta is the ideal place for a weekend escape. As well as boasting 300 days of sunshine a year, there is plenty to do and see; from marvelling at the stunning architecture showcasing over 7,000 years of history, and exploring […]
ASPEN TO MARK THE CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF THE BAUHAUS SCHOOL
ASPEN announces its 2019 calendar to mark the centennial celebration of the Bauhaus School and to commemorate the influence of the Bauhaus on the City of Aspen. The bauhaus100:aspen celebration, themed ‘Our Legacy, Our Future/Work-Play-Create’, will feature lectures, educational outreach, parties, art-making, films, art exhibitions, festivities and more. ‘Anaconda’ by Herbert Bayer at Aspen Meadows – image by Dan Bayer The […]
Hotel Quelle Launches New Chalet Salena Luxury Apartments
Award-winning Hotel Quelle Nature Spa, in the Dolomites, South Tyrol, has launched Chalet Salena, a luxurious new chalet comprised of six two and three-bedroom serviced apartments, in time for autumn and winter 2018. Set in the hamlet of Santa Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley, a three-minute drive or a five-minute walk from Hotel Quelle, Chalet […]
Dream Well Suite at Preidlhof in South Tyrol Wins Innovation Award at European Health and Spa Awards 2018
Building spa and wellness into the very fabric of its in-room architecture and design, Preidlhof Hotel and Spa in South Tyrol is proud to unveil its award-winning Dream Well Suite, winner of this year’s Innovation Award at the European Health and Spa Awards. With optimal sleep the basis for a healthy life, guests staying in the Dream […]
Exploring the Food of Secret Andalucía with TOMA & COE and writer Fiona Dunlop
Bespoke Andalusian-based travel consultancy Toma & Coe has teamed up with renowned travel and food writer, Fiona Dunlop to create the ultimate new tour for foodies – ‘The Secret Andalucía Food Tour’. Showcasing the gastronomic delights that the lesser known region of Eastern Andalucía has to offer, the tour takes guests away from the traditional […]
See Another Side of Malta with a Seriously Stylish Stay in Senglea
Located within one of Malta’s most iconic landmarks, the Sheer Bastion in Senglea, Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour seamlessly blends original historical features dating from the 16th century with luxurious, contemporary design. A member of the elite Design Hotels™ group, the 21-room all-suite boutique hotel opened in December and is designed by the award-winning Maltese architect Edwin Mintoff and the Milanese Interior […]
Family Wellness at Hotel Quelle Nature Spa in South Tyrol
Are you dreaming of a well-deserved health and fitness break, but don’t want to leave the rest of the family at home? Award-winning Hotel Quelle Nature Spa, in the Dolomites in South Tyrol, has an exceptional Family Wellness offering. Whilst many spa hotels cater exclusively to adults, Hotel Quelle offers a wide range of wellness facilities and treatments for children, teens and […]
Make a Splash! Five Cool Pools to Enjoy in Summer
With the weather growing warmer, summer is no longer a distant dream. Soon many of us will be jetting off to beautiful destinations, with the plan of jumping into a pool or relaxing beside one. If you’re looking for inspiration as to where to go, here are our picks for the best cool pools to discover […]
Summer 2018: Flying to Aspen & Snowmass Just Got Even Easier and More Affordable!
Combining world-class arts and culture, adventure and mountain beauty, a spring, summer or autumn holiday in Aspen & Snowmass, Colorado, is incomparable. The good news is that flying to Aspen & Snowmass from the UK this summer will be easier and more affordable than ever. Here we take a look at all that is new & notable in Aspen & Snowmass for […]
Walk the Lesser-Trodden Path of The Camino Mozárabe Pilgrimage in Andalucía
Boutique Spain-specialist travel company, TOMA & COE, is offering a new take on the Camino de Santiago, St James’ Way. Instead of walking the traditional route from southern France or northern Spain to Santiago de Compostela, guests follow the 100km ancient path taken from Malaga to Córdoba by the Mozárabes; these were the Christians who lived under […]
TOMA & COE Introduces Taste of Andalucía Tours for Serious Foodies
Bespoke Spain-specialist travel consultancy TOMA & COE is offering a new gastronomic experience – The Taste of Andalucía – a foodie tour exploring the famed Mediterranean diet and providing an insider’s view to some of the region’s finest gastronomic hotspots. Enjoy the best hyper-local food and wine surrounded by stunning natural beauty and fascinating culture! The six-night Taste of Andalucía tour will […]
Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour Opens in Malta
Luxury all-suite boutique hotel, Cugó Gran Maċina Grand Harbour in Senglea in Malta, is now open. The hotly-anticipated launch follows the extensive renovation of one of Grand Harbour’s most famous landmarks: Sheer Bastion. Located just five miles from Valletta – European Capital of Culture 2018, prices at Cugó Gran Maċina Grand Harbour, a member of Design Hotels™ […]
NEW for 2018: TOMA & COE Launches Sephardic Jewish Heritage Tour
Spain-specialist boutique travel company TOMA & COE is offering a new six-night tour of a very old culture – the Sephardic Jewish Heritage of Andalucía – from 23 – 29 October 2018. Guests will explore the fascinating Sephardic Jewish heritage of five Andalucian cities: newly-revived Malaga, the renaissance town of Úbeda, and the “Golden Triangle” […]
TOMA & COE launches ‘Wonderful Wine Weekend’ Tours in Andalucía for 2018
Discover “The Spain you Never Knew”and explore the lesser-known boutique bodegas of Andalucía with Spanish Travel Experts TOMA & COE‘s new ‘Wonderful Wine Weekend’ tours. The Wonderful Wine Weekend tours will run from Thursday through to Sunday and feature TOMA & COE’s favourite, off-the-beaten-track wineries in three wine regions of Andalusia they take place on the following dates: May 17 – May 20 […]
Winter Magic: Hotel Quelle in Italy Announces New Activities for 2018
Hotel Quelle in South Tyrol is introducing new winter activities for the 2017 / 2018 season to appeal to guests who want to holiday in the snow but do more than just downhill ski. Their ‘Winter Magic’ programme includes activities such as twilight snowshoe excursions with mulled wine; sunrise hikes to Quelle’s own Mountain Hut; a cross country […]
Grown-ups only: A Romantic Luxury Spa Escape to Preidlhof in South Tyrol
Preidlhof, the luxury adults-only hotel & spa in South Tyrol, Italy, introduces the perfect spa escape for two. With prices from €1200 in February & March for two people for a four night all-inclusive stay, guests will find everything they need for a truly romantic holiday. Newly renovated luxury suites at Hotel Preidlhof feature four-poster […]
Rosalena Skincare Launches 100% Natural Lip Conditioning Balm
British beauty brand, Rosalena Skincare announces the launch of their latest product: a Lip Conditioning Balm that uses only the finest natural plant oils and innovative bio-active ingredients to deliver a deeply nourishing balm for lips. 100% natural, Rosalena Skincare’s Lip Conditioning Balm is free from petroleum, parabens, artificial fragrance & colourants, paraffin wax, silicone, PEGs and lanolin. […]
Introducing Hotel Quelle: 5 Star ‘Nature Spa’ in The Dolomites Offering Wellness and Outdoor Adventure
Pilot PR is delighted to be representing Hotel Quelle – an award-winning ‘Nature Spa’ in the Dolomites, South Tyrol, Italy. Hotel Quelle is embarking on an exciting new chapter in its sixty-five year history with the next generation of the Steinmair Family taking a more central role in the day to day operation. Deriving its name from the German […]
Preidlhof in Italy Announces Exclusive Partnership with Healing Holidays
Preidlhof, the award-winning luxury spa hotel in Italy is entering into an exclusive partnership with the UK’s leading independent wellness & spa specialist, Healing Holidays. Preidlhof is teaming up with Healing Holidays to promote three programmes – Pampering Spa, Fitness and Weight Loss – and to introduce the impressive range of spa, beauty and medical treatments available at this newly-renovated five star 70-room spa […]
Cugó Gran in Menorca Announces 2018 Dates for ‘The Gut Makeover Retreat’ Hosted by Jeannette Hyde
“This Gut Makeover Retreat really sets the bar high – it’s a perfect combination of quality ingredients and I don’t think any retreat will come close now, worth every penny” Guest review Cugó Gran in Menorca announces new dates for its highly acclaimed health and wellbeing retreat hosted by leading nutritional therapist and best-selling author Jeannette Hyde: […]
Preidlhof Hotel & Spa Introduces the World’s First Deep Sea Relaxation Room
Luxury Hotel and Spa Preidlhof in Naturns, South Tyrol, Italy, is offering guests the ultimate relaxation experience in the world’s first Deep Sea Relaxation Room. Guests are completely engulfed in light, sound and vibration as over 12,500 LED lights dance across all four sides, as well as the ceiling and the floor of a hermetically sealed room. […]
A Bed with a View! The Preidlhof in Italy Introduces Outdoor Daybeds to its Luxury Suites
Luxury Hotel and Spa The Preidlhof in South Tyrol, Italy, is offering guests the ultimate romantic experience with the addition of luxury outdoor daybeds to their new luxury suites. Guests have the choice of sleeping under the stars and waking up to the sound of church bells and glorious views of the Vinschgau Valley. Outdoor […]
On board with… Klaus Ladurner at Preidlhof
Located in Naturns in South Tyrol, Italy, the award-winning luxury hotel & spa – Preidlhof – re-opened in April 2017, following a €6 million refurbishment and luxury upgrade overseen by designer, Reinhard Köck. The renovation sees the addition of 36 new luxury suites and five luxury penthouse suites, as well as a new reception area, […]
The Ideal Travel Companion: Rosalena Skincare Presents Their Summer Lovin’ Duo
Award-winning 100% natural skincare brand, Rosalena are delighted to introduce their Summer Lovin’ Duo as the ideal travel companion and go-to skincare solution for maintaining healthy, glowing and refreshed skin all summer long. The travel-friendly sized Summer Lovin’ Duo features Rosalena’s Frank & Sense Face Oil and their revitalizing Goodness & Tonic Face Mist. Goodness & Tonic (“G&T”) Face Mist comes in […]
Safestay Hostels Expand Across Europe with the Acquisition of U Hostels in Madrid and Paris
Award-winning contemporary hostel group Safestay announces the acquisition of U Hostels as it embarks on establishing a pan-European network of hostels. The addition of U Hostels’ properties in Madrid & Paris takes the number of Safestay hostels to six with existing properties in London, Edinburgh and York. Safestay Madrid Set in a former 19th-century palace, […]
Preidlhof Luxury Hotel & Spa in Italy Unveils Images of its New Luxury Suites
Preidlhof, the award-winning 70-room luxury hotel and spa in Naturns, South Tyrol, Italy releases images of its new luxury suites following a €6 million refurbishment and luxury upgrade. Overseen by designer, Reinhard Kick the renovation sees 36 new luxury suites and five luxury penthouse suites added, as well as a new reception area, to further enhance the hotel’s […]
Rosalena Skincare Launches 100% Preservative-Free Face Mist
Rosalena Skincare, the natural, oil-based skincare range made with bio-actives and 100% pure plant ingredients, launches a new 100% naturally preserved Goodness & Tonic Face Mist. Goodness & Tonic incorporates Rosalena’s trademarked ‘PlantPreserve’, a unique plant-based, paraben-free ingredient that effectively preserves water-based products naturally. A skin refresher in a portable 50ml bottle, Goodness & Tonic Face Mist (£22) rejuvenates, […]
On Board With…Helena Chapman & Maja Griffith, co-founders of Rosalena Skincare
A beautiful range of skincare that harnesses the natural power of plants to transform the skin, Rosalena Skincare is an award-winning, non-toxic, 100% natural brand of face oils and a face mist that seeks to encourage users to have a mindful experience with every application. Here we sit down with Rosalena two founders, Helena Chapman & […]
On Board With….Claudia Kollemann at Preidlhof
Pilot PR sits down with Claudia Kollemann – Spa Director for the award-winning Spa & Health Resort Preidlhof in South Tyrol, Italy – to find out what makes this luxury spa hotel such a special place for guests looking for an exceptional wellbeing offering. Congratulations on being named as the “Best Hotel SPA of Italy” by the European Health […]
Luxury Health & Spa Resort Preidlhof in Italy Opens to Welcome British Guests
Award-winning luxury health and spa resort, Preidlhof in South Tyrol, Italy reopens following a €6 million luxury refurbishment. Overseen by Austrian designer, Reinhard Köck, Preidlhof has 36 new luxury suites and five luxury penthouse suites, bringing the total number of rooms to 70. Preidlhof’s spa programme is presented to British guests for the first time offering an […]
The Rosalena FaceFit Treatment – The Ultimate Workout for your Face
My Rosalena FaceFit® last Sunday turned out to be quite a godsend. I had booked the facial treatment two months prior but a whole host of work and life events had collided in the past ten days. By the time I arrived at the reCentre Health clinic in Balham, I wasn’t a pretty sight. It […]
Go on a Sherlock Holmes Trail with Safestay!
Sherlock Holmes is one of the UK’s best-loved fictional characters, and so to continue Pilot PR’s on-going celebration of Visit England’s Year of Literary Heroes, we’ve curated a trail for fans of the great detective with Safestay Hostels. Whether you want to see the places that inspired Arthur Conan Doyle to write, go to […]
Welcome to the Year of the Rooster! Are you China Ready?
London’s Chinese New Year celebrations are set to be the biggest in the world outside Asia. The Chinese New Year 2017 festivities kick off this Saturday, 28th January. Chinese New Year is also referred to as The Spring Festival in China and is the most important traditional festival and biggest celebration for families in the […]
Cugó Gran Menorca Introduces “Movement Retreats” in 2017
Cugó Gran in Menorca is delighted to introduce three-night “Movement Retreats” in 2017. Hosted by “Specialists in Movements” Diego Degiovanni and Elena Baracco, the Co-Founders of 2Move, the retreats will run from Friday 12th May – Monday 15th May, and Friday 27th October – Monday 30th October 2017. These retreats are an exciting addition to Cugó Gran’s […]
Rosalena: Bio-Active & Natural Skincare for Healthy, Radiant Skin
“Pause, Breathe, Be” Pilot PR is delighted to be representing Rosalena Skincare, a beautiful line of skincare that uses only the finest natural plant oils, combined with powerful bio-actives for glowing, healthy and radiant skin. Rosalena Skincare is a British company based in London and the brainchild of Helena Chapman & Maja Griffith. Their vision was […]
Award-winning Hotel & Spa Preidlhof in Italy to Unveil Luxury Suites
Preidlhof – a Luxury DolceVita Resort will be unveiling an ambitious €6 million refurbishment and luxury upgrade in April 2017. The award-winning luxury health and spa resort is based in Naturns, South Tyrol, Italy, and is privately owned by the Ladurner family. Overseen by the Austrian interior designer, Reinhard Köck, Preidlhof’s new development will see […]
Celebrate 20 Years of Harry Potter with Safestay!
The UK has an incredible literary legacy and VisitEngland will be celebrating this by making 2017 their ‘Year of Literary Heroes‘. One of our favourite literary heroes is Harry Potter – it’s amazing to think that 2017 will mark 20 years since the first Harry Potter, ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’ was published. For […]
Pilot PR Awarded Best Integrated PR and Communications Agency 2016
Pilot PR is delighted to have been awarded ‘Best Integrated PR and Communications Agency 2016’ in Corporate Vision Magazine’s 2016 Small Business Awards. The Small Business Awards recognise the small businesses that form the backbone of the economy, as well as the individuals behind them, which have an ‘unwavering commitment to excellence’. Thank you to Corporate […]
Part Two: How Rolfing improved my energy levels & sleep
In Part One, I explained how I found myself in Certified Rolfer Sibyl Darrington’s clinic and that there wasn’t anything wrong with me. It turns out this wasn’t quite the case. Here, I am going to try and explain what Rolfing did for me and why it has been just so transformative. Rolfer Sibyl’s personal […]
Everyone can benefit from Rolfing: a personal investigation (part one)
Just what is Rolfing and why hadn’t I come across it in all my years working in nutrition and with some of the top spas in the world? It was curiosity rather than any health complaint that led me enrol in a full Rolfing course with Sibyl Darrington, one of the UK’s leading certified Rolfers. […]
On board with…Role Models Founder Hugo Shephard
Sarah Ashman talks to Hugo Shephard, the Founder of London’s specialist childcare and Education provider, Role Models. Here we find out more about what Role Models has to offer and about the man who is quietly revolutionising childcare and the education system in the UK. 1. What is Role Models? Role Models provides dedicated childcare […]
On board with…Maged Bermawi, Lead Architect of Luxury Villa Development Development 33Calaconta in Ibiza
As luxury villa development 33Calaconta in Ibiza enters its final stage of development, Pilot Life sits down with the lead architect Maged Bermawi to find out more about his role in this successful eco-lux development and working alongside the designer, Jose Peman. 1. Tell us a bit more about you and your work? Born and […]
Cugó Gran Officially Certified as the Only 5 Star Agroturismo in Menorca
We are delighted to announce that Cugó Gran has been officially certified as the only 5 Star Agroturismo in Menorca by the Balearic Tourist Board. Cugo Gran’s exclusive bed & breakfast offering is only available during select weeks of the year allowing guests the opportunity to stay in a beautiful luxury villa and 250-acre private […]
Final Opportunity to Invest in Eco-Luxe Property Development 33Calaconta in Ibiza
The successful eco-luxe property development, 33Calaconta in Ibiza, announces that just one final villa from The Calaconta Collection is available for sale. With a strong performance in Ibiza’s property investment market, this exclusive gated community has attracted buyers from across Europe. Jose Peman, Designer of 33Calaconta and Chairman of the Clover Investment Group, confirms three […]
Bed & Breakfast Stays Now Available at Cugó Gran
Bed & Breakfast stays are now available at Cugó Gran, the exclusive luxury villa hotel and private estate in Menorca. Guests are now able to stay at this meticulously restored farmhouse set within its own 250-acre estate on either an individual room or exclusive-use basis. Cugó Gran offers 11 beautifully appointed bedrooms with interiors inspired by the Mediterranean. […]
Safestay London Holland Park Awarded Four Stars by VisitEngland
Safestay London Holland Park, part of Safestay’s award-winning portfolio of luxury hostels across the UK, has been awarded FOUR STARS by the country’s national tourist board VisitEngland, which runs the official accommodation quality assurance scheme. VisitEngland assesses hotels and guest accommodations including hostels to the same criteria and award one to five stars. The star ratings […]
On board with…leading nutritionist & best-selling author Jeannette Hyde
Leading Nutritionist and Author Jeannette Hyde is challenging the way we think about our health. Her book ‘The Gut Makeover’ has already become a best-seller, and its easy to see why – her sensible, straight-forward approach to revolutionising our gut health is easy to implement and follow. Since writing the book, Jeannette Hyde has collaborated […]
24 Hours in Edinburgh
It’s no mean feat trying to conquer Edinburgh in 24 hours. This city is too exciting and too rich in history to do it justice in just one day but when Pilot PR was invited on a fam trip to see the new Safestay Edinburgh, we gave it our best shot! Of course you can […]
Safestay Announces the Launch of Safestay Edinburgh in Summer 2016
Premium hostel brand Safestay is delighted to announce the launch of Safestay Edinburgh, in the heart of Old Town (a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site), in Summer 2016. Currently undergoing a phased refurbishment and rebranding programme whilst trading as “Smart City Hostel by Safestay”, Safestay Edinburgh joins Safestay London Elephant & Castle, Safestay London Holland Park and […]
Eco-Luxe Development in Ibiza 33Calaconta to open ‘The Spa by 33Calaconta’
The successful eco-luxe property development in Ibiza, 33Calaconta announces the launch of a 3,000sq. ft. fitness and spa centre. ‘The Spa by 33Calaconta’ will open in June 2016 and marks the final stage of development for this exclusive gated community. The Spa will provide a holistic communal space for homeowners to relax and unwind bringing a […]
10 Cool Things to Do in Elephant & Castle in 2016
It has been a while since we shared our ‘10 cool things to do in Elephant & Castle’ to mark the opening of Safestay London Elephant & Castle, and it continues to be one of our most popular articles. We thought it was high time we posted an update since there have been a number […]
Abigail Butcher Explores the ‘Nutrition Gap’ with Cytoplan’s Amanda Williams
Pilot Life is delighted to welcome back leading health and fitness writer, Abigail Butcher, as Guest Editor. Here in discussion with Amanda Williams, she explores the nutrition gap and the reasons why we may need to supplement. Abigail Butcher reports: The intricate relationship between our personal genetic makeup and what we eat is just beginning to be […]
Create your Dream Destination Wedding at Cugó Gran in Menorca
Cugó Gran’s Bespoke Wedding Service has all you need to make your dream destination wedding a reality. Situated on a 250-acre estate, this meticulously restored Menorcan farmhouse offers the elegance and exclusivity of a private villa, whilst providing the services of a 5* luxury hotel. With breathtaking 180° sea views, this is a stunning venue […]
Cugó Gran in Menorca Launches ‘The Gut Makeover Retreat’
The Gut Makeover Retreat at Cugó Gran: wellbeing weeks inspired by, and exclusively hosted by leading Nutritionist Jeannette Hyde, author of ‘The Gut Makeover’ – “THE nutrition book of 2016!” Cugó Gran in Menorca is working with leading Nutritionist and Author, Jeannette Hyde, to host a series of exclusive health and wellbeing retreats in 2016. ‘The Gut Makeover Retreat’ at […]
Luxury hostel brand Safestay to open in Edinburgh in 2016
Luxury hostel brand Safestay has acquired a fourth property in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and close to The Royal Mile. The former Smart City Hostel will launch as Safestay Edinburgh in early 2016 following a refurbishment, continuing to trade as ‘Smart City Hostel by Safestay’ in the interim. […]
On Board With…Victoria Melles-Medici. A Pilot Life Interview
In the wake of Safestay’s latest successful luxury hostel opening in Holland Park, Pilot Life is pleased to sit down and speak with Victoria Melles-Medici, the Creative Director of Safestay Hostels and Group General Manager. Safestay is remodelling the UK hostel landscape with “poshtels” that appeal to business and leisure travellers as well as families […]
Enjoy the Best of Autumn and Winter’s Events with Safestay
With winter just around the corner, it might be tempting to snuggle up and stay indoors, but to do so would really mean missing out. Whilst summer is often considered to be the best time to get away, autumn and winter have a charm all of their own. There are two particular destinations in the […]
Cytoplan Bridges the Nutrition Gap and Launches New Products for Children
Cytoplan, the UK’s leading food-based supplement provider believes that many children suffer from ‘hidden hunger’. This means that they do not get enough nutrients from their diet alone, leaving them more prone to illness. With mineral levels in the soil increasingly depleted and many diets are not as varied as they should be, not to mention […]
Introducing Cytoplan: The UK’s Leading Food-Based Supplement Provider
Where Nature Meets Science Pilot PR is delighted to be working with Cytoplan, the UK’s leading food-based supplement company, to support their in-house PR and marketing team. As Cytoplan celebrates its 25th Anniversary, they will be launching a new range of children’s health products, a new website (coming soon!), and new packaging. The Company is also expanding […]
Cugó Gran in Menorca is Now Open!
Cugó Gran, a full-service luxury villa sleeping up to 22 guests in 11 en-suite bedrooms, has opened in Menorca. Situated in a 250-acre estate in the countryside just outside San Climent, Cugó Gran is the culmination of years of meticulous renovation of an old Menorcan farmhouse with exceptional attention to detail. With breath-taking 180° sea […]
On Board With…Julia Theisen. A Pilot Life Interview
With Aspen’s now in full swing for its summer season, Pilot Life is delighted to grab five minutes with Julia Theisen, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Aspen Chamber Resort Association. Originally from Minnesota, Julia has travelled the world, as well as lived and worked in London for four years. Five years ago, she visited Aspen […]
On Board with…Jose Peman. A Pilot Life Interview
Following the hugely successful launch of the luxury villa development Calaconta, which has just released for sale The Calaconta Collection – six bespoke homes offering the ultimate in beauty and security in Ibiza, Pilot Life is privileged to sit down and speak with Spanish designer and developer Jose Peman. A modern renaissance man – musician, […]
York: Top Five Things to Do in Summer and Autumn 2015
As well as being a city of great beauty and historical importance, York is also a thriving cultural hub. This year, York will host several events and festivals, which will celebrate the city’s fascinating mix of tradition and modernity, whilst also championing the local way of life. Here are some of our top calendar highlights […]
Top Five Things To Do In York
York is the kind of place that always stays with you. I went on holiday there as a child and the memories I have of that visit are very fond ones. I remember feeling entranced by the beautiful storybook architecture and being intrigued by York’s magical feel. I lived in Yorkshire a few years ago, […]
Opening this July in Menorca: luxury villa hotel Cugó Gran brings the concept of the Super Yacht ashore
This month, in its article ‘3 Beautiful Balearic Breaks’, Condé Nast Traveller heralded the opening of Luxury Villa Hotel Cugó Gran in Menorca. Its reference to Cugó Gran as a ‘Super Villa’ is prescient since this new luxury full-service bespoke villa aims to bring the concept of the Super Yacht ashore. Privately-owned, Cugó Gran is the […]
Forget the Clubs, Ibiza’s Hottest Tickets this Season all Centre Around The Arts
It is no secret that more people are flocking to Ibiza for the pared-down luxury, fabulous restaurants and laid back beaches as much as for the lure of the nightclubs. However, those in the know are also drawn to Ibiza for its burgeoning arts scene. With festivals and galleries, fashion houses and even villa developments […]
A Magical Blend of Tradition & Modernity: Safestay York Opens!
Safestay York is now open. Like York itself, the hostel is an interesting mix of traditionand modernity and very much embodies the spirit of the great historical city it stands in. Safestay York is housed in an important historical building: the Grade One-listed Micklegate House, considered to be the most significant Georgian residences south of […]
London Art News: Sculptor David Williams-Ellis’s ELEMENTAL Solo Exhibition Opens Today at the Portland Gallery
Image by Francesco Ferla Renowned sculptor David Williams-Ellis’s innovative solo sculpture exhibition ELEMENTAL opens today at the Portland Gallery and will run until 23rd December 2014. The exhibition centres on mankind’s relationship with the elements; how they affect and influence us, and how we are a part of the elements too. The exhibition consists of […]
Simply Healing Detox Retreat expands its detox fertility programme to treat couples
Fertility is an issue that is rarely off the front page. It seems that every week in the press there is yet another article about couples struggling to conceive, and about the latest treatments to help them overcome their fertility problems. Yet, despite this bombardment of information, two key factors that determine whether a couple […]
Award-Winning Film-Maker, Charlotte Metcalf Meets Renowned Figurative Sculptor David Williams-Ellis
Pilot Life is delighted to welcome the award-winning documentary film-maker and writer, Charlotte Metcalf, as our guest contributor. Leading figurative sculptor, David Williams-Ellis is the subject of Charlotte’s latest work. As his official biographer, Charlotte shares some glimpses into the mind of the artist. As well as presenting previously unseen images of David’s Elemental […]
Sculptor David Williams-Ellis, shares his personal highlights of the fabulous Bronze exhibition at The Royal Academy
Hurry! If you haven’t already been, this is your last week to catch a glimpse of the epic Bronze exhibition at the Royal Academy, closing on the 9th December. Many of the pieces have never before been seen in the UK and leading British Figurative Sculptor, David Williams-Ellis says it is not to be missed: “To […]
A Project Close to his Heart: Sculptor David Williams-Ellis Commissioned to Make a Bronze of Sir Kyffin Williams
David Williams-Ellis, the leading figurative sculptor has been commissioned to make a life-and-a-third size bronze of Wales’ most famous artist, Sir Kyffin Williams. In an exciting project close to David’s heart, a funding initiative is underway which will include an auction at Roger Jones & Co at Colwyn Bay, North Wales on the 27th October […]
10 Tips for a Long-Haul Flight
As a travel specialist PR agency, the team at Pilot PR has its fair share of long haul flights. But with trips to India, Jamaica and Africa in our future, we thought it best to consult friends and travels consultants alike to make sure we weren’t missing any tricks. We hope the below list helps you get through […]
10 Cool Things to Do in Elephant & Castle
Much maligned, it is hard to imagine Elephant & Castle as an eclectic cultural hub but surrounding Walworth Road there are many hidden gems tucked throughout from delicious cafés and curio shops to established museums. Investment is also coming into the area from the newly-opened Safestay London Elephant & Castle (www.safestay.com) – a contemporary hostel […]