Christy Spring
Associate Editor
Christy Spring's articles
Hotel review: Marine and Lawn North Berwick
Christy Spring finds Scotland’s answer to Biarritz in the bracing sea air and big skies of North Berwick
Published: Wednesday 4th June 2025
The best biohacking and longevity retreats to visit in 2025
In a world where extended lifespans meet dwindling healthspans, innovative biohacking retreats and breakthrough longevity protocols are attempting to redefine the process of ageing, writes Christy Spring
Published: Monday 19th May 2025
What running gear you do (and don't) need ahead of the London Marathon
The London Marathon is set to make history as the world's largest field in the discipline, but what gear is necessary for running the race? We caught up with Savannah Sachdev to find out what kit is and isn't worth your money
Published: Tuesday 15th April 2025
Hotel review: Broadwick Soho
Would you believe that the hottest new hotel in Soho takes inspiration from Bournemouth’s seaside? That’s the trick at Broadwick Soho
Published: Tuesday 25th March 2025
Hotel review: Updown Farmhouse
Christy Spring experiences rustic charm and refined luxury in the idyllic Kent countryside at Updown Farmhouse
Published: Tuesday 18th March 2025
Must-see art exhbitions in 2025: a global city guide
From Klimt to Yayoi Kusama, art lovers have a smorgasbord of exhibitions to choose from in 2025, writes Christy Spring. These global exhibitions promise to fuel your cultural appetite and pique your inspiration
Published: Friday 7th March 2025
Where is The White Lotus season three filmed and which hotels can you actually check into?
Whether you’re plotting your escape to Koh Samui, fancy checking out that stress management meditation session with Dr Amrita or are just plain nosey, we’ve tracked down the real-life hotels featured in Season three of HBO’s The White Lotus
Published: Thursday 27th February 2025
What does a city break look like at the Arctic's edge?
From whale watching with a Celine Dion soundtrack to geothermal-heated greenhouses and peculiar Icelandic delicacies in Akureyri, the capital of Iceland's north, Christy Spring interrogates what truly defines a city
Published: Wednesday 26th February 2025
Hotel review: Heckfield Place
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Hampshire, Heckfield Place is the ideal bolthole for urbanites looking to reconnect with nature while maintaining a modicum of luxury and pampering, writes Christy Spring
Published: Wednesday 12th February 2025
Hotel review: Grand Villa Serbelloni
Pinching of the best locations in Bellagio, this historic lakefront landmark pairs old-world charm with a brand-spanking spa offering on the shores of Lake Como
Published: Wednesday 22nd January 2025
A guide to New York by word of mouth recommendations
With its towering skyscrapers, rarefied restaurants, and self-assertive attitude, New York is a tour-de-force city, and one that is well-represented by search engines. Christy Spring emancipates herself from Google and explores NYC by word-of-mouth recommendations
Published: Wednesday 20th November 2024
Alpine Exposure: an immersive photography workshop camping in Verbier's mountains
During an adrenaline-pumping photography workshop with Basecamp Events in the peaks and dales of the Swiss Alps, Christy Spring learns to capture the power and splendour of the mountains on her rusty old Canon
Published: Sunday 10th November 2024
No skis, no problem: pursuits in Val D'Isere beyond the piste
When it comes to ski destinations, Val d'Isere has a reputation that precedes itself, being one of the most perennially popular spots in the Alps. However, there's a lot more to the town than perfect pistes, finds Christy Spring
Published: Monday 28th October 2024
The Harrison Chambers of Distinction, Belfast: review
This eclectic Belfast bolthole in the leafy Queen's Quarter promises a unique stay with rooms that pay homage to literary greats and local heroes
Published: Monday 29th July 2024
The wild side of wellness in Sumba, Indonesia
Looking to rewild herself, writer Christy Spring travels to the remote island of Sumba to visit the legendary luxury resort NIHI, where she learns to tap into her primal instincts with the hotel’s new Wild Wellness programme
Published: Friday 28th June 2024
Coworth Park: hotel review
Coworth Park has long been one of the premier British properties for luxury, but also offers plenty of activities to help guests reconnect with the outdoors, writes Christy Spring
Published: Thursday 9th May 2024
The best thru-hikes to try in 2025
Spending weeks or months trekking long-distance can recalibrate your life. Here are some of the finest thru-hikes
Published: Monday 29th April 2024
'Control your mind with your body': a breathwork retreat in St Lucia
Sometimes adventure is trying something that’s completely novel, which is exactly what writer Christy Spring experiences on the island of St Lucia, where she immerses herself in breathwork and wellness on a BodyHoliday retreat
Published: Friday 26th April 2024
Sky high: skiing in the mighty Dolomites
The power of nature is on vivid display in the Dolomites. After a trailblazing flight to Bolzano, Christy Spring tucks into the Italian mountain range to test her boundaries on the slopes
Published: Monday 26th February 2024
Unique holiday homes to rent
From the villa featured in White Lotus and a floating Nordic cabin to one of the most exclusive Airbnb's in the world, these are the five coolest holiday rentals you need to check out