The world’s wackiest places to stay from an underwater bed in the Maldives to a crane in Amsterdam

Bored with standard holiday rentals?  Blasé about top-end hotels, or Premier Inns and Travelodges? Never fear — websites are overflowing with madcap options, from sleeping in a former Soviet prison to a suite in a crane in Amsterdam, and a hut in the Arctic. Here are ten of the wackiest… Bed down on an Arctic … Read more

The all-inclusive five star Maldives health retreat where wine and chocolate are encouraged

For many, the idea of a January health retreat to purge the sins of the festive period and kick-start the New Year with the right intentions is just what the doctor ordered.  For others, the thought of spartan instructors screaming in their faces, demanding push ups and tree poses with nothing but a green juice … Read more

How to pick the perfect paradise island in the Maldives

The Maldives are the dream destination for sun-lovers, honeymooners and anyone who fancies a holiday on a classic treasure island.  But which of the many islands should you choose? At last count there were more than 100 resorts on almost as many different islands, most of which have completely different styles and facilities.  Having visited … Read more