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The Independent

27-05-2025

Health
The Independent

The smart summer travel guide

Are you craving barefoot luxury in the Caribbean, culture-soaked city breaks, or just some smart ways to make life easier when travelling? From eco-villas in Bali to a next-gen non-alcoholic drinks and even a high-tech chauffeur solution, these standout travel ideas are tailor-made for curious, conscious travellers looking to soak up the summer season in style. Encounter laid-back luxury with local soul on a Balinese beach Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach is so much more than just a beachfront beauty. As the beloved hospitality brand's first resort, it's a vivid celebration of Balinese culture and community. With 289 rooms, suites and villas, eight dining venues and a sublime spa, it's a dreamy place to unwind. But what truly sets it apart is its neighbourhood-rooted ethos. Guests can try Endek painting – a traditional textile art – or don ceremonial dress for a joyful immersion into local life. The hotel's sustainability efforts are equally hands-on, from transforming used chopsticks into furniture, to donating surplus food, and repurposing cooking oil into biodiesel. It's a stay that feels good – and does good, too. Discover a sun-kissed paradise in the British Virgin Islands Summer is so much more than a season — it's a state of mind. And at Long Bay Beach Resort that feeling comes vividly to life on one of the Caribbean's most postcard-perfect coastlines. Set on the shores of Tortola in the British Virgin Islands, this boutique resort hideaway offers modern beachfront villas and suites with knockout ocean views of the surrounding Caribbean islands, swaying palm trees and soft white sand just steps away from your door. Whether you're into paddleboarding at sunrise, sailing to secret coves, or just napping on a day bed on the beachfront to the gentle lapping sounds of the sea, Long Bay Beach Resort moves to your rhythm. Here, time slows down, the stress melts away and every moment feels like the golden hour. Book a five night stay 182 days in advance and get 30% off at Book now Possessing both magnificent nature and unparalleled urban style, Norway is a must for any discerning traveller's bucket list. And Thon Hotels makes it easy. With over 80 stylish locations across the country, this colourful hotel group pairs Scandinavian design with a warm welcome and a reassuring focus on sustainability. Whether you're soaking up Oslo's vibrant arts scene, kayaking through crystal-clear fjords, or chasing the midnight sun in the Arctic north, you'll find a cozy place to land at the end of every day. Expect smart, modern rooms, a standout Norwegian breakfast buffet and easy access to both wild nature and walkable cities. This is summer travel somewhere cool, calm and thoroughly refreshing. Save up to 20% on your stay at Offer ends August 2025. Located near Canggu, Desa Hay Bali is where eco-luxury meets soulful serenity. Each standalone villa comes with a private pool, lush garden, and is tailor-made for travellers who crave connection as much as comfort. At Ijo — the resort's restaurant — globally inspired tapas is crafted daily from fresh, local ingredients. Morning yoga, in-villa massages and traditional Melukat rituals offer deeper immersion, while nearby adventures range from the cliffside majesty of Tanah Lot to sunrise hikes up Mount Batur. With solar energy, water conservation and gentle luxury at its core, Desa Hay is so much more than a place to stay. It represents a slower, more meaningful way to experience Bali. Sip smarter on your next summer escape Whether it's beachfront barbecues or golden-hour gatherings, it's increasingly clear creating great travel memories needn't involve alcohol. That's where a new kind of drink comes in. Enter SENTIA Spirits — a pioneering functional drinks company whose products are designed to enhance mood, boost sociability and help you stay fully present. Developed by leading neuroscientist Professor David Nutt, these award-winning blends use cutting-edge science and botanical ingredients to support your brain's natural GABA system, bringing calm, clarity and connection wherever you roam. Start your day with an energising pre-surf GABA Black pour, savour vibrant GABA Gold at a long picnic lunch or wind down with a mellow GABA Red after dark. Whether paired with tonic, kombucha or your favourite fizzy drink, each sip helps support your wellbeing — without compromising on flavour. Or vibes. Flight delayed? Schedule changed? When travel plans shift on a dime, drvn exists to ensure your ground game stays sharp. Designed for travel managers, event planners and executive teams who demand flawless execution every time, this global platform coordinates private transportation at scale, with real-time ride tracking, custom integrations and white-label booking tools tailored to your exact needs. Whether it's black car pickups for an international conference or discreet SUV arrivals for top-tier clients, drvn connects you to a vetted network of commercial chauffeurs worldwide. Every detail is managed, and every mile carefully accounted for. This isn't just black car service, it's large-scale ground transportation management. Unwind at a Tuscan wellness retreat Castel Monastero is located in a beautifully restored 11th-centruty monastery in the heart of Chianti, surrounded by rolling vineyards and cypress trees. With just 70 rooms and suites, the hotel's atmosphere is one of calm refinement — perfect for couples or solo travellers seeking space, silence and soul. Guests can unwind at the award-winning wellness retreat with water circuits, detox therapies and customised spa rituals. Gastronomy is a highlight, from informal dining in the medieval cellar to a Michelin-starred experience in the historical square. Whether you're exploring Siena and Florence nearby, sipping Brunello under the stars or simply recharging in the gardens, this romantic corner is the perfect place to rediscover balance. If your soul is seeking a little snow-dusted silence and starlit solitude, Isbreen The Glacier is where it's at. This off-grid Arctic hideaway sits deep within Northern Norway's Jøkelfjord, where five geodesic-domed igloos overlook the Øksfjordjøkelen glacier and fjord below. From wood-burning stoves and private whirlpool baths to chef-prepared meals featuring reindeer and cloudberries, every detail exudes authentic local luxury. Fill your days with dog sledding, kayaking or whale swims. Or simply gaze at the Northern Lights, when conditions are right, from the comfort of your bed. The largest suite, a 1,500-sq-ft double dome, redefines remoteness with style. Book now and get your fourth night free, a complimentary forest sauna experience and potential igloo upgrade (subject to availability). Offer valid with code OFFER2025 for travel in 2025 and 2026. Stay stylishly stress-free in the Swiss Alps If your family vacation vision is all about clean lines, crisp air and zero hassle, rocksresort in LAAX totally hits the mark. Set in a modern Alpine village at 3,600ft, this design-forward escape swaps cookie-cutter chalets for sleek, stylish and modern stone-clad apartments, with cafes, restaurants, concept stores and a freestyle park that let kids roam and grown-ups breathe. The Family Deal of rocksresort wraps up the best of the region: lift passes for hiking and biking, entrance to turquoise Lake Cauma, the world's longest treetop walk (complete with gnarly spiral slide) and even childcare when you need a little adult escapism. LAAX brings laid-back energy with sustainability baked in—it's cool, conscious and quietly luxurious. Book now Learn a language through full cultural immersion If you're hoping for a life-altering summer, why not take the plunge and learn a language where it's spoken? EF's immersive Language Abroad programmes let you swap surface-level sightseeing for deep connection, meaning you'll bring home skills that last a lifetime. Offering flexible Monday start dates, EF has courses in 17 countries, including Spain, France, Japan and Costa Rica. You'll learn at modern campuses alongside students from over 100 countries and get to benefit from a full calendar of cultural events, weekend excursions and cool summer-only perks like beach barbecues and music festivals. Each programme includes accommodation, expert support and guaranteed progress in as little as six weeks. You'll return more confident, more connected and well on the way to fluency. Book before 12 June 2025 to get 15% off courses of three weeks or more departing by 25 September 2025.

IHG boosts leisure portfolio in the UK with Hotel Indigo Torquay

Travel Daily News

27-05-2025

Business
Travel Daily News

IHG boosts leisure portfolio in the UK with Hotel Indigo Torquay

IHG signs Hotel Indigo Torquay with Fragrance Group, expanding its UK luxury portfolio and strengthening presence in the English Riviera. LONDON, UK – IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) announced the signing of Hotel Indigo Torquay with The Fragrance Group. The 153-room hotel marks the 26th open and signed Hotel Indigo in IHG's UK & Ireland portfolio. Hotel Indigo Torquay adds to the market's growing luxury and lifestyle collection and bolsters IHG's reputation in one of the UK's premier leisure destinations. Located in Devon, Hotel Indigo Torquay will provide guests with memorable stays entrenched in the neighbourhood's individuality. It is expected to open in the second half of 2025 and become the ideal seaside holiday or short break destination for domestic and international travellers. The hotel is located in Torquay which forms one of three towns with Paignton and Brixham which make up the larger resort of Torbay – The English Riviera. Hotel Indigo Torquay's stylish rooftop bar, extensive sea facing terraces, destination restaurant and bar on the ground floor will overlook the Torbay with views towards the beaches, harbour and marina, helping guests immerse themselves in the picturesque coastline. Guests staying at Hotel Indigo Torquay will be able to use the well-equipped gym or relax after a long day exploring the traditional English seaside town with a range of treatments at the on-site spa. Joanna Kurowska, Managing Director, UK & Ireland, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: 'Our Hotel Indigo brand has experienced accelerated growth in Europe and globally in recent years, propelling owner and guest appetite for the brand. Leisure destinations such as Torquay, known for its seaside charm and year-round activities, perfectly embody Hotel Indigo's commitment in providing guests with memorable stays entrenched in the stories of their neighbourhoods. With our UK & Ireland growth strategy focused on conversions and capitalising on opportunities in leisure and secondary markets, Hotel Indigo Torquay is a great example of a hotel we are keen to add to our growing portfolio. We are also delighted to partner with Fragrance Group for the first time with this significant hotel and look forward to growing our partnership in the future.' The property will join 19 open Hotel Indigos in the UK & Ireland market, including Hotel Indigo Coventry which opened last year. Hotel Indigo Torquay also joins IHG's six properties currently in development, including Hotel Indigo London – Clerkenwell and Hotel Indigo Leeds, both slated to open in Q2 2025. Martin Rogers, representing Fragrance Group, said: 'Torbay has firmly earned its place as one of the UK's top tourist destinations, thanks to its unique blend of natural beauty and wealth of leisure opportunities. With ongoing developments along the town's waterfront location, Torquay will continue to be recognised as a leading leisure destination in the UK. We are confident that working alongside IHG Hotels & Resorts, with their expert knowledge of the UK & Ireland market, backed by their industry leading powerful enterprise, that Hotel Indigo Torquay will become a market leader in Torquay's luxury and lifestyle segment. We are excited to welcome guests to our luxury Resort Hotel in the heart of The English Riviera when we open our doors.' The signing of Hotel Indigo Torquay strengthens IHG's presence the UK & Ireland, where it operates 363* hotels and has a further 33* in development. *Numbers as at 31 March 2025 unless otherwise stated

IHG adds Hotel Indigo Torquay to its UK leisure portfolio

Trade Arabia

19-05-2025

Business
Trade Arabia

IHG adds Hotel Indigo Torquay to its UK leisure portfolio

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, announces the signing of Hotel Indigo Torquay with The Fragrance Group. The 153-room hotel marks the 26th open and signed Hotel Indigo in IHG's UK & Ireland portfolio. Hotel Indigo Torquay adds to the market's growing luxury and lifestyle collection and bolsters IHG's reputation in one of the UK's premier leisure destinations. Located in Devon, Hotel Indigo Torquay will provide guests with memorable stays entrenched in the neighbourhood's individuality. It is expected to open in the second half of 2025 and become the ideal seaside holiday or short break destination for domestic and international travellers. The hotel is located in Torquay which forms one of three towns with Paignton and Brixham which make up the larger resort of Torbay – The English Riviera. Hotel Indigo Torquay's stylish rooftop bar, extensive sea facing terraces, destination restaurant and bar on the ground floor will overlook the Torbay with views towards the beaches, harbour and marina, helping guests immerse themselves in the picturesque coastline. Guests staying at Hotel Indigo Torquay will be able to use the well-equipped gym or relax after a long day exploring the traditional English seaside town with a range of treatments at the on-site spa. Joanna Kurowska, Managing Director, UK & Ireland, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: 'Our Hotel Indigo brand has experienced accelerated growth in Europe and globally in recent years, propelling owner and guest appetite for the brand. Leisure destinations such as Torquay, known for its seaside charm and year-round activities, perfectly embody Hotel Indigo's commitment in providing guests with memorable stays entrenched in the stories of their neighbourhoods. With our UK & Ireland growth strategy focused on conversions and capitalising on opportunities in leisure and secondary markets, Hotel Indigo Torquay is a great example of a hotel we are keen to add to our growing portfolio. We are also delighted to partner with Fragrance Group for the first time with this significant hotel and look forward to growing our partnership in the future.' The property will join 19 open Hotel Indigos in the UK & Ireland market, including Hotel Indigo Coventry which opened last year. Hotel Indigo Torquay also joins IHG's six properties currently in development, including Hotel Indigo London – Clerkenwell and Hotel Indigo Leeds, both slated to open in Q2 2025. Martin Rogers, representing Fragrance Group, said: 'Torbay has firmly earned its place as one of the UK's top tourist destinations, thanks to its unique blend of natural beauty and wealth of leisure opportunities. With ongoing developments along the town's waterfront location, Torquay will continue to be recognised as a leading leisure destination in the UK. We are confident that working alongside IHG Hotels & Resorts, with their expert knowledge of the UK & Ireland market, backed by their industry leading powerful enterprise, that Hotel Indigo Torquay will become a market leader in Torquay's luxury and lifestyle segment. We are excited to welcome guests to our luxury Resort Hotel in the heart of The English Riviera when we open our doors.'

IHG UK & Ireland boosts leisure portfolio with Hotel Indigo Torquay signing

Hospitality Net

16-05-2025

Business
Hospitality Net

IHG UK & Ireland boosts leisure portfolio with Hotel Indigo Torquay signing

What mattress and bedding does Hotel Indigo use and where can you buy them?

Tom's Guide

12-05-2025

Tom's Guide

What mattress and bedding does Hotel Indigo use and where can you buy them?

Hotel Indigo is a swiftly growing boutique hotel brand under the prestigious IHG brand and its luxurious bedrooms are a star feature of its unique properties, which have won awards for their design. Like this year's best mattresses we've tested, beds at hotels like Hotel Indigo are intended to offer the ultimate in comfort and support, combing layers of high-quality materials for a truly luxury finish and feel. Here, we're taking a closer look at the type of mattress, bedding and pillows used in both the US Hotel Indigo and UK chains, so you can recreate the same luxury experience in the comfort of your own home. And, with the Memorial Day mattress sales coming up, it's a great time to invest in your sleep. Hotel Indigo is home to 169 properties with around 22,793 open bedrooms (as of March 2025) across different parts of the world, including Australia, China, Europe, Mexico, Ecuador and the US and UK. The design and architecture of each property is known to reflect the unique character, as well as the arts and culture from that particular neighborhood, meaning that when you step into the property after your day of vacation adventuring, you don't feel like you're in any generic hotel. While the mattresses used across the more than 70 Hotel Indigo destinations in the US may differ, the Beautyrest IHG Nightfall Pillow Top is one of the beds used in their stylish rooms. Designed specifically for IHG Hotels and Resorts, this 13.5" tall hybrid mattress is available to purchase from Beautyrest Hospitality, but not in retail stores according to their site. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. It features two layers of GelTouch foam, temperature regulating AirCool gel-infused foam and Beautyrest Pocketed Coil technology, as well as silver within the mattress to act as a natural barrier against bacteria, mold and mildew. Like this year's best hybrid mattresses, we expect this design to provide a great balance of support and pressure relief. Like the best pillow-top mattresses we've tested, The Beautyrest Nightfall incorporates a plush layer on top of the bed to contour to the body and add an extra touch of luxury. According to Beautyrest Hospitality, this hotel mattress has a soft feel, thanks to its pillow-top and foams, without compromising on support making it suitable for lots of sleeping positions; key to the perfect hotel bed. Beautyrest IHG Nightfall Pillow Top mattress: from $2,814 from $1,407 at Beautyrest HospitalityUsed by both the Crowne Plaza and Hotel Indigo, the Beautyrest IHG Nightfall is a hybrid mattress promising a cool sleep and 'gentle support,' and is constructed to 'higher' commercial standards. A queen is currently priced at $1,856 (was $3,712). Extra benefits include white glove delivery and a 10-year warranty, though there is no sleep trial and you cannot return this mattress. While the US can claim the largest number of Hotel Indigo properties, the UK also has a considerable number considering its relative size, with 23. And across their locations in Europe, you can find 29 of the brand's hotels. Despite there being little information about the type of mattresses used in each destination, you can find Hypnos beds in Hotel Indigo's in the UK and across Europe. Hypnos beds is a family-run British bed manufacturer that crafts specialized pocket-spring mattresses, sofa beds, bed bases and more. And they know what they're doing, with over 120 years in the business of making mattresses. Speaking about their collaboration with Hotel Indigo, Olivier Brommet, Director of Global Business Development, Hypnos Contract Beds said: "Our extensive network of global representatives service and supply our clients in their locality. This collaborative approach allows us to provide our global clients such as IHG with bespoke solutions consistently across their hotels around the world." Hypnos say their clients can opt for any of the mattress lines under its core Hospitality and Hospitality Origins collections. While the construction of each collection varies in terms of the number of springs and blend of materials used, the overall structure of Hypnos mattresses include individual pocketed springs for maximum support and comfort layers that often featuring wool. This material is naturally temperature regulating and usually incorporated in the best organic mattresses for a clean, moisture-wicking sleep. While we haven't tested a Hypnos bed, we expect these features to deliver a good balance of supportive bounce and contouring pressure relief. All Hypnos beds are handcrafted and have a five year guarantee. Each mattress goes through a rigorous testing process to guarantee quality and durability, and is 100% recyclable at the end of its time being slept on. While the Hospitality and Hospitality Origins collections can't be bought individually, you can explore the different luxury options offered by Hypnos based on your sleeping style and preferences, both on their website and from retailers around the country. Hypnos Origins Orthocare Classic: from £897 from £679 at Living HomesThe traditionally hand-tufted Hypnos Origins Orthocare Classic mattress is available in sizes ranging from small single to super king, and features a layer of their signature ReActive pocket spring system, filling featuring organic cotton and a sleep surface made from viscose and unbleached cotton. While this particular model isn't listed on the Hypnos website, you can currently buy it on sale at Living Homes. A single is now £679 (was £897) while a double is £829 (was £1,119) and it comes with a 10-year guarantee. Although Hotel Indigo has not explicitly stated the brand name of the bedding they use or that of the manufacturer they have partnered with, we can gauge the type they opt for based on information given on the websites for a selection of their destinations. As you'd expect from a luxury boutique hotel brand, attention to detail extends to the bedding, and Hotel Indigo use "luxury Egyptian cotton linen" on their beds. High-end hotel chains often choose Egyptian cotton for their sheets, pillowcases and duvet covers because of it's superior quality, which not only makes it softer, but also better at regulating temperature and more durable. Bed sheets can vary in thread count (the sum of vertical and horizontal threads in a one inch square of fabric) from 200 to 800. However, in general you can expect to find good quality Egyptian cotton sheets with a thread count between around 300 to 600. While it's not clear what specific pillows are used for each Hotel Indigo across the US and UK, the Gold Coast chain in Chicago opts for chamber style pillows. These are crafted using a combination of down and feathers. This ensures that the hotel pillows suit most sleeping styles and positions by cradling the neck, head and shoulders, keeping them in perfect alignment with the spine. While you could purchase the mattresses used by Hotel Indigo (or ones that are very similar by the same brands), and certainly get your hands on bedding that befits the luxury environs of a hotel room, you're likely to spend quite a bit in the process. And, since some of the mattress models aren't available as easily, we've selected a few options that are currently on sale and available for you to snap up now. So, if you'd like to sleep in hotel-style luxury here are other options to explore: 1. Saatva Classic from $1,399 from $999 at SaatvaGranted, it isn't markedly cheaper than the Beautyrest, but the Saatva Classic is our best luxury mattress of 2025. In our Saatva Classic mattress review, we described it as "hotel luxury at home" and awarded the mattress 5 out of 5 stars. It was breathable and offered incredible pressure relief. It's layers include a Euro-pillow top, individually wrapped coils and luxurious comfort layers, as well as zoned lumbar support. You can now get $400 off the MSRP of all sizes, bringing the price of a queen down to $1,699 (was $2,099). You'll also get industry-leading perks like free white glove delivery, 365-night trial and a forever warranty. 2. DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress: from £549 at DreamCloudThe DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid is a fantastic value hybrid bed, offering a hotel feel for a reasonable price. It's made up of 5 layers, including breathable and supportive memory foam as well as coils designed to minimize motion transfer. In our DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress review, said it was the 'perfect balance between a soft 'hugging' top and a supportive base.' A double is £699 and you'll get a forever warranty, 365-night trial and free named-day delivery. 3. Beckham Hotel Collection Pillow: from $47.99 from $45 at AmazonDown and feather pillows offer luxurious-feeling comfort and support, but the down-alternative Beckham Hotel Collection Pillows are still perfect for recreating hotel-luxury at home and are especially good if you have an allergy to down. Plus, they're the top affordable option in our best pillows of the year guide. Made from 100% polyester fiber and a 250 thread-count cotton cover, our tester gave it 5 out of 5 stars for temperature regulation in our Beckham Hotel Collection Pillow review and noted they should suit all sleep styles. You can now find a slight discount on Amazon, with a set of queen pillows down from $47.99 to $45. 4. Avocado Sateen Organic sheets: from $109 from $98 at Avocado Sateen weave is generally more affordable than Egyptian cotton, and has a slightly more silky texture. These 300 thread count OEKO-TEX certified organic cotton sheets with a sateen weave from Avocado should elevate your bedroom with an instant touch of hotel elegance. You can now find this sheet set with 10% off as part of Avocado's Memorial Day Mattress sale. That drops the MSRP of a twin set from $109 to $98 while a queen (currently out of stock) retails at $125 (was $139). ✅ You want a premium luxury bed: While neither the Beautyrest IHG Nightfall nor the Hypnos Beds can exactly be called budget-friendly, their premium price tags are down to the superior construction and feel of each brand's mattress. ✅ You need a balanced mattress: The complex build of the Beautyrest IHG Nightfall and Hypnos mattresses should give a cool, comfortable and supportive sleeping experience no matter your sleep concerns or position. ✅ You need a bed built to last: Hotel Indigo has mattresses which are built to last, thanks to the high quality materials used and the designs used by the manufacturers we have explored here. Unlike most mattresses, the Beautyrest IHG Nightfall (which we believe is used in Hotel Indigo US) does not come with a sleep trial and cannot be returned. We'd expect more from a premium range mattress other than a 10-year warranty. Meanwhile, the process of getting your hands on a Hypnos bed in the UK, and the charges involved, is entirely dependent on the retailer you choose.