Home About Articles Contact

ANGELINA VILLA-CLARKE

Freelance Travel & Lifestyle Journalist

Recent work

Elite Traveler •

Your Perfect Travel Story – Told by You, Written by Scott Dunn

The very best travel experiences are like the unfolding of a gripping book. Each memorable journey has its plot twists: unexpected moments, chance encounters, and discoveries that transform a vacation into something more meaningful.


The perfect trip means something different to everyone. It might mean losing yourself in an unfamiliar place, meeting a cast of characters that bring unexpected joy to your time away or experiencing something you’ll be talking about long after you’ve returned home...
Elite Traveler •

Beyond the Table: How Hotels Are Embracing Authentic Culinary Moments

The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta , captures Southern traditions in more ways than one. Its steakhouse, AG, is inspired by traditional American eateries, with its leather booths and vintage photography. The Veranda outpost gives an alfresco option with views over the city. The restaurant’s story is woven into the evolution of The Ritz-Carlton brand itself. In 1999, The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta became the first in the portfolio to introduce a localized restaurant concept, departing from tradition to create...
Elite Traveler •

How Moments Make Memories: The Magic of Experiential Travel 

Increasingly, travelers are seeking a sense of deep connection and the ability to create lasting memories that are woven into the fabric of a destination. Marriott Luxury Group properties across the USA and Canada are capturing the zeitgeist with their diverse breadth of experiences that offer meaningful, life-enhancing moments.



With innovation at their heart, these curated offerings are designed t...
The Independent •

I visited the lesser-explored south side of Barbados to trace my family’s heritage

The night air is hazy with BBQ smoke and I can feel the bass of the dancehall music in my rib cage. It’s Friday night in Barbados and there’s only one place to be: Oistins Fish Fry, on the southern tip of the island.I’m away with my family: my husband and two boys, who are 19 and 24. We’ve been to the island in the past, but not since my sons were small. While my husband was born in London, both his parents are from the island and this time around we’re all curious to discover more about these r...
The Standard •

Trisara: a wellness wonderland in Thailand

A giant, black-and-white speckled butterfly, the size of a small bird, is flirting with me. It swoops around my head as I mooch along the stone path. The air is scented with jasmine and, through the bird’s-nest ferns and towering palm trees, I can see a glimpse of the turquoise Andaman Sea beckoning me. I’ve arrived at Trisara, a family-owned resort carved into a lush hilltop on the north-west coast of Phuket.It might seem daft to travel 15 hours for a wellness break, but I am curious about the...
Elite Traveler •

Regent Santa Monica Beach Has Perfected the Art of Coastal Living in California

With its prime position overlooking Santa Monica’s celebrated shoreline, Regent Santa Monica Beach offers a reimagining of West Coast hospitality, expressed in its own quiet, inimitable way.


Just steps from the historic Santa Monica Pier – famed for its nostalgic allure and marking the western end of the iconic Route 66 – the resort draws on the rich cultural legacy of its location while bringing Regent’s own storied heritage to life. The result is a standout coastal retreat that sets a new b...
Elite Traveler •

How the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Is Creating a New Standard for Wellness at Sea

The spirit of discovery begins within. On the deck of The Spa Terrace of Evrima, pausing for a moment between sun salutations, that spirit rises within you as you catch first sight of the shoreline of your next destination. You’ve never been more aware that you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be, at home in yourself at the same time as you’re out in the world. From Alaska to Bora Bora, every voyage with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is intrinsically restorative, as the ocean sets the pac...
Elite Traveler •

The Quiet Power Behind Your Next Journey

Hundreds of candles flicker in the darkness, casting a golden glow over a multi-course Indian feast. Hidden among Rajasthan’s Aravalli Hills, the 17th-century former hunting lodge of the Jodhpur Royal Family, is not only a magical setting for a gastronomic experience, but also a gateway to one of India’s most thrilling wildlife encounters: tracking the elusive leopards that roam the surrounding wilderness.

Whether it is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in India or a polar expedition among the ice...
Wildflower Magazine - Independent Interiors & Life •

How To Discover The Real Barbados - Wildflower Magazine

It’s early evening and the moon is out, lighting up the gentle curve of Dover Beach. Suddenly, a two-foot Hawksbill turtle emerges from the water and begins to bury herself in the sand. The hotel staff quietly motion us over to watch at a safe distance as she lays her eggs under a star-scattered sky. Soon, she finishes, and she slowly waddles back to the ocean, the waves lapping over her until she disappears into the darkness. A first night of any holiday is full of anticipation, but this is one...
TRAVEL WEEKLY US •

Life on the edge at Crete's cliffside Daios Cove

The road to Crete's Daios Cove resort is a winding one. As the traffic from Heraklion Airport fell away, the route began to spiral through hills scattered with endless olive trees. On my right, I spotted pops of electric blue rippling in the sun: the Aegean Sea. And with scenery like this to gaze at, the hourlong drive went by in a flash.Daios Cove in Agios Nikolaos, Greece, is set in Vathi Bay, a perfectly shaped crescent with powder-white sand on the northeast coast of Crete. The resort has lo...
Elite Traveler •

Business Moves on Citation: How Executives Are Getting More Hours Back

Whether it is a business meeting in California or a customer catch-up in London, time management is the precious commodity that can make all the difference when it comes to business leadership. Adding to your competitive advantage is the ability to move around the world seamlessly, in a way that enhances, rather than detracts, from your success.


Renowned for its aviation expertise, Textron Aviation’s portfolio of mid and super mid-size Citation business jets have been designed with today’s vi...
Elite Traveler •

How Chalet Alpina Is Bringing A New Level of Luxury to the Mountains

There’s a buzz rippling through Colorado’s storied Aspen Mountain, and it’s not just from the adrenalin-fuelled skiers completing off-piste runs. The thrill is emanating from the new Chalet Alpina, which is responsible for ushering in a new era for the lauded Aspen community. For ski-lovers, culture-seekers, and homeowners alike, it is, perhaps, the most significant address to be built in the modern history of this iconic destination.


Found next to the historic Lift One, the pioneering ski li...
Elite Traveler •

Golf, Wellness, And Gastronomy: Why Kohler Offers Something For Everyone

For golfers, teeing off on the links at Whistling Straits, with its rugged terrain and panoramic Lake Michigan views, is a legendary moment. Similarly, the courses at Blackwolf Run, trace the magical Sheboygan River Valley, and brings a mystical quality to any golfer’s game. Tucked away near Sheboygan, Wisconsin, the four iconic courses have made the destination of Kohler famous when it comes to impressive golf experiences. Host of six majors and the 43rd Ryder Cup, the Pete Dye-designed courses...
CN Traveller •

Jumeirah Capri Palace, Anacapri, Italy

Why book?Found on a hilltop in Anacapri, a sleepy corner of Capri (surely Italy’s most stylish island), this chic hotel is set in picturesque Mediterranean gardens and feels like a tranquil enclave away from the island’s tourist throngs. The whitewashed property, once called the ‘White Museum’, captures the true essence of Capri’s enduring charm. Attracting an international, well-heeled crowd, a stay here puts you in reach of some of the island’s hotspots, including the hotel’s own cliff-top bea...
The London Standard •

Jersey travel guide: Sea, saunas and strolls

It’s hotting up on Jersey’s St Brelade’s Bay, and I’m not just talking about the sunshine. I’m sitting in a sauna cabin on the sands and, as the temperature gauge rises, the bracing waves of the English Channel — spotted through an artfully-placed window — are looking very tempting. After 15 minutes of sweating, it’s time to test the hot-cold therapy with a dash down to the shoreline. A dunk in the sea invites goosebumps to dance across my skin and, then, it’s back to the cabin for the process t...
THE TELEGRAPH •

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/asia/india/rajasthan/hotels/aman-i-khas-hotel/

You are seeing this page because our security systems have detected some unusual activity on this connection. To regain access to The Telegraph website please try the following:

If you’re still having trouble, please contact our Customer Support Team using the following link and quoting the Akamai Reference Number (ak_ref_id) below.

You are seeing this page because our security systems have detected some unusual activity on this connection. To regain access to The Telegraph website please try...
The Standard •

How London’s most studious area just got cooler

Its rather quiet, studious nature also lies in the fact that it is home to the British Museum, the University of London and the birthplace of many British publishers. Now it is set for a modern day revival, with a five-year, £400 million investment plan by the Bloomsbury London initiative, which will see revamped public spaces, the championing of small business and new hotels opening their doors — all in keeping with the district’s bohemian appeal.The first of these is the new Bertrand’s Townhou...
Load More

Contact Me

My inbox is always open, you can contact me with the contact form here