Exploring the Charms of Lake Como

Exploring the Charms of Lake Como: 5 Unforgettable Experiences

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this travel destinations post about Exploring the Charms of Lake Como: 5 Unforgettable Experiences. Just under an hour’s drive from Milan, the city of Como looks out over the southwest end of the lake and is one of the jewels of northern Italy.  Nestled in the Italian Alps, …

Which Balearic Island should you visit

Which Balearic Island should you visit?

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Which Balearic Island should you visit? Spain has a wealth of islands for travellers to choose between, from tropical volcanic wonders to Mediterranean gems with golden beaches. If you are looking for a sunny island getaway, then you should head to the Balearics. Located …

10 Compelling Reasons to Invest in Travel Insurance

10 Compelling Reasons to Invest in Travel Insurance

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 10 Compelling Reasons to Invest in Travel Insurance. While we eagerly plan our trips, it’s essential to consider the unexpected and protect ourselves against any potential mishaps. This is where travel insurance comes into play, providing peace of mind and safeguarding your well-being throughout …

3 historic UK cities to visit this winter

3 historic UK cities to visit this winter

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 3 historic UK cities to visit this winter. The UK is an incredible place to visit whatever the time of year, although there’s something particularly special about the winter. Maybe it’s the snug and cosy bars serving heartwarming meals or iconic landmarks decorated with …

Five Tips for Picking the Perfect Engagement Ring

Five Tips for Picking the Perfect Engagement Ring

  Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this Style feature with our top Five Tips for Picking the Perfect Engagement Ring. If you’re planning a proposal, then you’ll want to get everything in place ahead of time, including picking the perfect engagement ring. Once you’ve got a good plan together, you’ll have the confidence …

Country or city living

Country or city living: What’s the right choice for you?

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this feature about Country or city living: What’s the right choice for you? Choosing a location to relocate isn’t always easy but the majority of us tend to have a preference when it comes to either living in the city or the countryside. While some seek the tranquillity …

How to Create an Inviting Home

The Art of Hosting: How to Create an Inviting Home for Guests

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this feature about How to Create an Inviting Home for Guests. Do you love to invite family and friends over for dinners, drinks or overnight stays? If the answer is “yes”, you probably always have one eye out for little ways you can optimise your home to make …

10 Types of OCD Compulsions

10 Types of OCD Compulsions: Are You Guilty of These?

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this health and wellness feature where we are delving into 10 Types of OCD Compulsions. OCD, also known as obsessive-compulsive disorder, has a strong impact on a person’s life. They have a strong, subjective drive to perform a specific action and not doing so can generate large …

the Best Hotel near Mount Pilatus

Discover the Best Hotel near Mount Pilatus: The Boutique Hotel Himmelrich

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about the Best Hotel near Mount Pilatus: The Boutique Hotel Himmelrich. Nestled amidst the captivating beauty of Mount Pilatus, The Boutique Hotel Himmelrich stands as a gem of luxury and refinement in the heart of Switzerland. Perched on the slopes of this majestic mountain, the …

What to Consider When Giving Your Property a Facelift

Another Brick in the Wall: What to Consider When Giving Your Property a Facelift

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this feature about What to Consider When Giving Your Property a Facelift. While we can become incredibly preoccupied with just the interiors of our home and just focusing on furnishings and the aesthetics, we must remember that renovating the exterior walls is just as important and can enhance …

Home and Lifestyle Hacks

Savvy Living: Home and Lifestyle Hacks to Save You Money

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this feature about Home and Lifestyle Hacks to Save You Money. Worried about higher bills this winter? Or just worried about higher bills full stop? We don’t blame you. It certainly doesn’t hurt to keep scooping up new money-saving tactics, so luckily for you, there’s a whole list …

3 adventurous activities to do in France

3 adventurous activities to do in France

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to 3 adventurous activities to do in France. Whether it’s summer or winter, France always has the best terrain for outdoor activities. Boasting a diverse landscape including tall mountains and rolling hills, it’s an adrenaline enthusiast’s dream location. From skiing ventures in the Alps to rafting …

How to celebrate Christmas as a couple

How to celebrate Christmas as a couple in your first year living together

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this feature about How to celebrate Christmas as a couple in your first year living together. The most magical time of the year feels a whole lot more magical when you’ve moved into your first home with your partner. Along with deciding just how you’re going to decorate …

The top 6 Spanish islands for holidaymakers

The top 6 Spanish islands for holidaymakers

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about the The top 6 Spanish islands for holidaymakers. Spain has a wealth of islands for travellers to choose between, from tropical volcanic wonders to Mediterranean gems with golden beaches. Find your perfect trip destination by using this guide to the top six Spanish islands …

How to create a cosy living space

How to create a cosy living space for winter

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this feature about How to create a cosy living space for winter. Autumn and winter inspire a desire to rest, reflect, and reassess. Transform your home into the ultimate hibernation spot by following these essential tips on how to create a cosy living space for winter. How to …

Best Luxury Airport Hotel in Germany

Hilton Munich Airport Named Best Luxury Airport Hotel in Germany for Second Consecutive Year

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Hilton Munich Airport, which was Named Best Luxury Airport Hotel in Germany for the Second Consecutive Year. Luxury Lifestyle Awards, the global organization that identifies and recognizes the world’s best luxury products and services, has announced that Hilton Munich Airport has won the award …

oven cleaning

Crucial Questions to Ask Your Oven Cleaning Provider

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this feature with our list of Crucial Questions to Ask Your Oven Cleaning Provider. Struggling with a dirty oven and in search of a reliable professional cleaning service? The task of selecting the right oven cleaning Essex provider might seem daunting but don’t worry. Alpha Ovens is here …