Discover the best food & wine holidays
Nothing gets you to the heart of a country quite like tasting its culinary culture. So, for food and wine lovers, a luxury holiday that mixes stunning surroundings with incredible cuisine is simply perfection. From clifftop dinners to tree-top tasting menus and centuries-old wine cellars, these expertly hand-picked gourmet getaways offer the most exceptional of dining experiences.
Luxury hotels for a gourmet holiday or foodie weekend break
Whether tasting wine at the world's most famous vineyards, dining at Michelin-starred restaurants or sampling expert cooking schools, explore these exceptional luxury hotels for an unforgettable foodie holiday.
Il Salviatino
Florence
Pleasingly spacious and unendingly luxurious, this elegant hotel is minutes away from central Florence, but with sumptuo...
Mont Rochelle
The-cape-winelands
Country pursuits and fresh mountain air…fine cuisine and superb wines…Mont Rochelle (previously La Couronne) promises a ...
Soneva Kiri
Thailand
Clad in natural woods inside and out, the elegant villas at this stunning luxury Thailand resort blend seamlessly into t...
Cap Maison
St Lucia
Terracotta rooftops contrast gleaming white-washed walls, echoing North African architecture and adding to the atmospher...
Jackalope Hotel Mornington Peninsula
Victoria
Jackalope is an inspirational boutique hotel featuring an impressive art collection, a comprehensive wine cellar and eye...
Huka Lodge
North-island
Perfectly perched on the banks of the Waikato River near Huka Falls, the aptly named Huka Lodge more than matches its he...
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
Dubai
Find yourself pampered beyond your wildest expectations at this iconic Jumeirah group hotel. Repeatedly recognised as on...
Auberge du Soleil
California
It’s just too easy to fall in love with Auberge du Soleil, an adults-only, multi-award-winning Napa Valley wine lodge th...
Soneva Fushi
Maldives
Soneva Fushi is a stunning concept resort, offering eco-friendly luxury through stylish accommodation and unique experie...
Sun Gardens Dubrovnik
Croatia Montenegro
Boasting an idyllic location on the Adriatic seafront, this luxurious hotel features a range of top-class amenities and ...
Your perfect gourmet break awaits…
Does your dream holiday involve touring sun-soaked wine regions, stopping to sample the crispest of white wines? Or, perhaps you’d never forget a gourmet picnic in the Tuscan countryside, or the vibrant flavours of authentic Thai cuisine? Whatever it is that inspires you, our Travel Specialists will…
- Use their first-hand knowledge to find you the world's most incredible wine and gourmet experiences
- Get to know you to personalise your holiday to your idea of perfection
- Tailor-make every aspect, arranging any dinner reservations or wine-tastings for you
Wherever in the world your gourmet break takes you, we’ll be here to ensure every element is absolute perfection.
Nicola
Travel Specialist
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Top gourmet breaks in Europe
Renowned for excellent wines, world-class fine dining, fresh ingredients and stunning scenery, Europe has more than enough on its plate for a gourmet break. Discover some of the best hotels for your foodie escape here.
Hotel Monte Mulini
Croatia Montenegro
Retreat from the daily grind at this luxury, adult-only, Croatian hotel with a distinct Riviera feel....
Le Bristol
France
With two restaurants sharing four Michelin-stars between them, a stay at Le Bristol is a culinary delight. A sublime roo...
Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany
Tuscany
Effortlessly elegant, authentic, full of history and boasting a beautifully Tuscan backdrop overlooking vineyards and ol...
Six Senses Douro Valley
Portugal
Stay in the midst of this picturesque wine region, the UNESCO World Heritage site of Douro Valley. Perfect for a short b...
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
Marrakech
This Morocco resort is an enclave of luxury just ten minutes drive from the historic Marrakech Medina. Enjoy a sumptuous...
Regent Porto Montenegro
Croatia Montenegro
Located on Boka Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Regent Porto Montenegro offers opulent luxury in a stunning location....
Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice
Venice
Set apart from the bustle of mainland Venice, the Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice oozes 19th century Venetian charm. W...
Zornitza Family Estate
Bulgaria
Strewn around an endearingly rustic, multi-layered sprawl of gardens and with an impressive list of highlights for such ...
Can Bordoy Grand House & Garden
Mallorca
Striking the perfect balance between authentic heritage hotel and contemporary luxury – combining unmistakeable Balearic...
Grand Hotel Tremezzo
Italian-lakes
This luxury hotel combines an iconic setting with truly exquisite service, quintessential Italian style and amazing spac...
The world's best holidays for foodies
Taste the creations of an eight-times Michelin-starred chef, dine at the world's only restaurant set in a traditional dhoni boat and take a moonlit table on the edge of a cliff with these exceptional spots for a food-lovers holiday.
Calabash
Grenada
Steeped in unassuming luxury, you'll love this resort as much as us....
One&Only The Palm
Dubai
Lose yourself in the serenity of this luxury enclave in the middle of Dubai. One of a handful of intimate hotels in the ...
Six Senses Zighy Bay
Oman
A popular choice with our most discerning clients, this beachside resort offers all-villa accommodation with ensuite poo...
Grantley Hall
England
Grantley Hall is a fairytale setting for one of the most memorable spa breaks in the UK, offering a host of signature re...
Eden Rock
St-barths
Service and style go hand in hand at Eden Rock. With years of catering to guests of the highest calibre, you'll find thi...
North Island
Seychelles
The captivating natural beauty of this private island is completely unspoilt by the exceptional, low-impact resort that ...
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Las-vegas
Emerging from the centre of 'The Strip', this 50-storey luxury hotel brings an entirely new dimension to the Las Vegas e...
Soneva Kiri
Thailand
Clad in natural woods inside and out, the elegant villas at this stunning luxury Thailand resort blend seamlessly into t...
Cap Maison
St Lucia
Terracotta rooftops contrast gleaming white-washed walls, echoing North African architecture and adding to the atmospher...
Top hideaways for wine tasting holidays
From the famed Barossa Valley to the renowned vineyards of South Africa, South America, New Zealand and Napa Valley, you'll find a winery to fall in love with when you explore these hideaways.
The Louise
South-australia
The Louise is nestled in one of the world’s finest wine growing regions, The Barossa Valley in South Australia, only an ...
Spicers Vineyards Estate
New-south-wales
Spicers Vineyards Estate is set in Pokolbin, in the heart of Australia’s oldest wine region, the Hunter Valley....
The Marlborough
South-island
Housed in a former convent that dates back to the turn of the 20th century, Marlborough Lodge fuses this Victorian herit...
Jackalope Hotel Mornington Peninsula
Victoria
Jackalope is an inspirational boutique hotel featuring an impressive art collection, a comprehensive wine cellar and eye...
Auberge du Soleil
California
It’s just too easy to fall in love with Auberge du Soleil, an adults-only, multi-award-winning Napa Valley wine lodge th...
Mont Rochelle
The-cape-winelands
Country pursuits and fresh mountain air…fine cuisine and superb wines…Mont Rochelle (previously La Couronne) promises a ...
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