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Oliver Blackwood Travel Editor

Oliver Blackwood

Oliver has reviewed over 200 luxury hotels across six continents. His writing for Condé Nast Traveller and Monocle established him as one of the most trusted voices in luxury travel journalism.

11 Articles
The 12 Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Openings of 2026
Travel

The 12 Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Openings of 2026

From a clifftop Aman in the Greek islands to a restored palazzo in Venice, these are the hotel openings worth planning a trip around.

Oliver Blackwood · 14 min read
The Best Luxury Hotels on the Amalfi Coast
Travel

The Best Luxury Hotels on the Amalfi Coast

A discerning guide to the coast's finest addresses, from the legendary to the newly opened.

Oliver Blackwood · 11 min read
The Best Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Paris Right Now
Lifestyle

The Best Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Paris Right Now

Our definitive ranking of the city's finest tables, from the three-star institutions to the exciting newcomers.

Oliver Blackwood · 9 min read
A Guide to Investing in Fine Wine
Lifestyle

A Guide to Investing in Fine Wine

Burgundy, Bordeaux, or Barolo? How to build a wine portfolio that appreciates while you appreciate it.

Oliver Blackwood · 8 min read
The Best Luxury Golf Resorts in Scotland
Travel

The Best Luxury Golf Resorts in Scotland

Where to stay and play on the hallowed links of the home of golf.

Oliver Blackwood · 8 min read
The Best Luxury Wellness Retreats in Europe
Travel

The Best Luxury Wellness Retreats in Europe

From Alpine detox programmes to Mediterranean yoga sanctuaries, the retreats that deliver genuine transformation.

Oliver Blackwood · 10 min read
The Best Luxury Safari Lodges in East Africa
Travel

The Best Luxury Safari Lodges in East Africa

From the Serengeti's endless plains to Rwanda's misty volcanoes, these lodges redefine what it means to experience the wild in extraordinary comfort.

Oliver Blackwood · 12 min read
48 Hours in Tokyo: A Luxury City Guide
Travel

48 Hours in Tokyo: A Luxury City Guide

A curated itinerary through the world's most exhilarating city, from Michelin-starred counters to serene temple gardens.

Oliver Blackwood · 10 min read
The Most Beautiful Train Journeys in Europe
Travel

The Most Beautiful Train Journeys in Europe

From the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to the Glacier Express, the continent's most magnificent rail experiences.

Oliver Blackwood · 9 min read
The Best Luxury Ski Chalets in the Alps
Travel

The Best Luxury Ski Chalets in the Alps

Private chefs, infinity pools, and ski-in access — the Alpine chalets that elevate a winter holiday to an art form.

Oliver Blackwood · 10 min read
A Guide to the Greek Islands: Where to Stay and What to Do
Travel

A Guide to the Greek Islands: Where to Stay and What to Do

Beyond the postcard views — an insider's guide to the finest hotels, beaches, and hidden gems across the Aegean.

Oliver Blackwood · 11 min read