Amberley Castle, West Sussex

Amberley Castle is a magnificent historical treasure tucked away near the picturesque village of Amberley in the chalk South Downs, West Sussex. I stayed there overnight recently for a special treat with my wife, Alexie. It was only when I checked in that it dawned on me I'd actually been here before to video a wedding many moons ago!

Anyhow, here are a few photos I took to give you a taste of what it's like. As we were leaving another guest arrived...in helicopter no less! Oh how the other half live.

Alexie and I hailing a cab outside. "Taxi!"

Ca'Segredo Hotel, Venice

During my recent trip to Venice I was keen to stay at a traditional Venetian hotel to soak up the true ambience of this beautiful city. Whilst doing my research I stumbled across this hidden gem, the Ca'Segredo Hotel. It's absolutely stunning with authentic Venetian interior design, fresco paintings and opulent Italian style in abundance. It boasts an enviable setting overlooking the Grand Canal and sits in a plum position in one of the most panoramic corners Venice, facing the Historical Market, between Ca’ D’Oro and Rialto Bridge. I really can't recommend this place highly enough.

Accommodation in Venice isn't cheap but if there's one place you want to push the boat out, surely it has to be in Venice!

Venice, Italy

I've always wanted to go to Venice, not just because it's such a romantic city, but also because it's meant to be such a beautiful place to photograph. I was only there a few days but it certainly lived up to expectations - I was literally blown away by how picturesque it was.