It can be hard to know what separates platforms from one another, so read on for our friendly take on the Plum Guide vs Airbnb debate to find out.

We're taking a closer look at the problem that exists within travel today, and how we here at Plum Guide are solving it – by bringing the world's best homes onto a single platform and under a new badge of quality: the Plum Award.

Home Critic Charlotte spills the secrets on how to spot a great host: from what to look for in the kitchen cupboards to the quality of the welcome pack.

Home critic Ben is on the hunt for the home with the very best pool in Palm Springs.

Here our London Home Critic delves into why exactly a home fails the Plum Test, from inconsistent design to a lack of that 'wow' factor.

Wondering what to do with your stacks (and stacks) of books? Take a look at our top ideas for home libraries, inspired by a curated collection of Plum Guide homes, of course.

Find out why this Home of the Week made such a splash

The Guardian Lions gets its moment of glory

Discovery is a worthy winner, let’s just hope it doesn’t milk it…

From ironmonger's workshop to design-infused delight

And making its debut as Home of the Week is...

And our Home of the Week award goes to...