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Luciana Bellini

Born and raised in London, Luciana splits her time between the British capital and Los Angeles and has always been a city girl at heart, devoted to exploring the coolest new hangouts across the UK and California. Working as a travel and lifestyle journalist for the last 15 years, she loves nothing better than uncovering hidden gems both at home and abroad.
The 10 best hotels in Liverpool
Discover the top hotels in Liverpool handpicked by local expert Luciana Bellini.
The 10 best hotels in Brighton
Discover the top hotels in Brighton handpicked by local expert Luciana Bellini.
The 10 best hotels in Manchester
Discover the top hotels in Manchester handpicked by local expert Luciana Bellini.
When to visit Los Angeles
From blissfully crowd-free spring days to the action-packed heat of summer, our guide reveals what you’ll find in the...
What to pack for Los Angeles
Getting your packing list right is one of the main considerations when planning any trip, and this is doubly...
Shopping in Los Angeles
Whether you’re in the mood for hitting the designer boutiques on Rodeo Drive or hunting for vintage treasures at...
Family travel in Los Angeles
From theme parks and oceanfront fun fairs to inspiring museums and gargantuan parks, there’s plenty to keep the younger...
Guide to West Hollywood, Los Angeles
Rainbow flags at the ready! Spending time in West Hollywood – or WeHo, as the locals refer to it...
Guide to Beverly Hills, Los Angeles
The celeb-studded enclave of Beverly Hills is so famous, people the world over know it by its zip code...