On Saturday morning Splendia’s most exciting event yet was held – The Splendia Breakfast Club!
There’s been lots going on at 
Splendia lately; not only have we recently launched our fabulous gift vouchers, but the re-vamped version of The Club is also coming soon, complete with brand new benefits including all new private sales. We could think of no better way to celebrate than to recreate the luxurious experience of waking up in a Splendia hotel for 150 lucky guests. Continue reading
Looking for the ideal gift? It’s not always easy to find the perfect present and with that in mind, we’re delighted to announce the launch of Splendia gift vouchers. Spoil someone you love with a golden ticket that lets them choose from 5,000 unique luxury hotels in the world’s most charismatic, captivating and breathtakingly beautiful destinations. Whether they pick a stylish city break, an action-packed ski trip or a soothing spa retreat, you can be sure that a stay with Splendia will be more than a great present – it’ll be an experience they’ll never forget. Continue reading
If you were to sum up the Polaroid in one word, it would without doubt be ‘iconic’. Instant film photography, more commonly known as Polaroid photography after the company that first introduced it, has captivated professional and amateur photographers alike since its launch in 1948. Perhaps because they’re the epitome of retro cool, harking back to a simpler time, or because every image is truly one-of-a-kind, the humble Polaroid holds a nostalgic sway that photographers just can’t seem to shake off, even in an age of high-tech digital photography. Continue reading
Argentina might be famous for its juicy, mouthwatering steaks, but there is more to this fascinating country’s food culture than just meat. Rich enough to rival even Italian gelato, Argentine ice cream is not to be missed, and Buenos Aires serves up the crème-de-la-crème…
Origins
Ice cream was introduced to Argentina by the first wave of Italian immigrants in the 1870s, and then by the second influx in the 1940s, driven by the Second World War. The Italians brought with them not only their ice cream recipes, but gelateria culture – ice cream parlours, or heladerías as they are known in Argentina, were and still are places to catch up with friends and spend an evening indulging.
A weekend of architectural celebration will take place in Barcelona on the 22nd and 23rd October, as the second annual 48H Open House BCN is held. The public will be welcomed into 160 buildings with the aim of opening eyes, minds and doors; by giving an inside glimpse of the Catalonian capital’s outstanding architecture, the organisers hope to allow people to view the city from the inside out rather than outside in, and in doing so experience Barcelona’s past, present and future like never before.
The event has been held in many cities around the globe, including London, New York, Dublin and Tel Aviv, but Barcelona promises to be particularly intriguing. Long used as a blank canvas for architects, experimentation and creation is a fundamental part of the city’s identity, and by opening up some of the finest examples, locals and visitors alike will have a unique opportunity to rediscover and reconnect with the city. Continue reading