For over 20 years and across multiple continents, Sophie has been writing about all things travel and culture for global print and digital publications. Obsessed with design-led hotels and exploring new places, she created The Hotel Journal to share these unique accommodations and hyper-local travel experiences with you.
Hong Kong
Tours
We review the Istanbul Taste of Two Continents Food Tour from Yummy Istanbul
A walking tour to feed both the body and the soul.02 Oct 2026 • By Sophie Cullen
England
We went on an e-bike tour through the Peak District with PeakEPedals
Hitting the trails and the dales.01 Oct 2026 • By Sophie Cullen
Croatia
Hotel Vestibul Palace review: a fairytale location in the heart of Diocletian’s Palace, Split
Ensconced within the walls of the palace, this stay came with a huge dose of history and design delights around every corner.30 Sep 2026 • By Sophie Cullen
Airline Reviews
TAP Air Portugal review: what’s it like to fly from London to Lisbon with TAP?
We were impressed with Portugal's national carrier.30 Sep 2026 • By Sophie Cullen
Italy
We review Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese: the perfect sophisticated stay with views of the iconic gardens
An urban Italian escape.23 Sep 2026 • By Sophie Cullen
Hong Kong
We review The Hari Hong Kong and discover delectable design and a pasta dish we’d fight you for
With its art-filled spaces and wonderfully friendly team, this is one of the coolest boutique hotels in HK.14 Sep 2026 • By Sophie Cullen
Food
Eat, drink, learn, and be merry: we joined a Rome pasta-making class with Devour Tours
All you knead to know. 10 Sep 2026 • By Sophie Cullen
Food
All the best restaurants in Dulwich, South London, curated by a local who loves to eat
Get ready to eat better.04 Sep 2026 • By Sophie Cullen
Italy
We review My Arbor, a captivating wellness hotel nestled in South Tyrol, north Italy
Relax, explore, and sleep amid the forest.02 Sep 2026 • By Sophie Cullen
Interviews
In our interview with André Fu we discover his road into hotel design and how he creates a sense of place in his projects
One of the world's most sought-after hotel designers.01 Sep 2026 • By Sophie Cullen
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