Category: Going Out

Interview with Lynn Crawford, Owner and Head Chef of Ruby Watchco

Interview with Lynn Crawford, Owner and Head Chef of Ruby Watchco

By on May 17, 2013 in Canada, Celebrities, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe   - Read 733 times

Celebrity chef Lynn Crawford has over 25 years of culinary experience, winning international awards as the Executive Chef of the Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto and New York City. She is one of the most high-profile chefs in Canada and has been invited to cook, speak, and mentor chefs and food lovers across North America. Lynn opened Ruby [...]

Recipe of the week: Home-made vanilla ice cream (Gelato alla vaniglia)

Recipe of the week: Home-made vanilla ice cream (Gelato alla vaniglia)

By on May 17, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe   - Read 1021 times

Nothing says summer more than ice cream, and no one makes ice cream like the Italians! This authentic Italian recipe for vanilla ice cream may not be the healthiest, but you can rest assured that with actual vanilla bean pods, full-fat milk and full-fat cream, your homemade ice cream will be second to none. Once [...]

One shameful top tip to beat the queues at Disney World

One shameful top tip to beat the queues at Disney World

By on May 16, 2013 in Attractions, Florida, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA   - Read 1611 times

Oh dear. Words fail me with this one. If you are ever in Disney World and can’t bear to queue, there is a way around it – you can pay a premium and enjoy preferential treatment. Disney Tours offers a VIP guide and fast passes at rates ranging from $310 to $380 per hour. I [...]

Photograph of the week: the Colosseum

Photograph of the week: the Colosseum

By on May 15, 2013 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Western Europe   - Read 1210 times

The Colosseum in Rome is widely considered to be one of the greatest works of Roman architecture and engineering. This particular shot of the famous landmark was a thirty second exposure, which allowed the clouds to travel and give a sense of movement to the image.  It also makes the colours really stand out. Thank you to [...]

Top 10 activities in South Australia

Top 10 activities in South Australia

By on May 14, 2013 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Australia, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel   - Read 1839 times

Not only is South Australia home to long summers, stunning beaches and award-winning wine, it also offers a diverse range of activities. Whether exploring the ocean depths for leafy sea dragons, sharks or shipwrecks or cycling and trekking through the Outback, there are plenty of options to choose from. Here are ten top suggestions: Swimming [...]

Welcome to quiet luxury at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

Welcome to quiet luxury at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

By on May 14, 2013 in Accommodation, Bars, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, Videos   - Read 1423 times

Welcome to quiet luxury. At JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, guest rooms, meeting rooms, event spaces including 2 ballrooms are equipped with the state-of-the-art technology. 9 restaurants, 3 bars and two lounges offer a myriad of taste sensations. Saray Spa, a world class luxury spa, offers that seamlessly blends the best of Arabic rituals and [...]

World’s second ugliest building turned into luxury hotel

World’s second ugliest building turned into luxury hotel

By on May 13, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Videos   - Read 2335 times

An old communist TV tower in Prague – the Zizkov TV tower – which was voted the world’s second ugliest building, has been transformed into a (self-proclaimed) six star one-room hotel with dramatic views. At 216 metres tall, Tower Park Praha already housed a restaurant and observation deck. This latest addition of a one-bedroom hotel [...]

Explore Milan’s canal district and welcome the arrival of Summer at the Festa dei Navigli

Explore Milan’s canal district and welcome the arrival of Summer at the Festa dei Navigli

By on May 12, 2013 in Attractions, Bars, Europe, Events, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe   - Read 1923 times

While walking around the centre of Milan, it is hard to believe that the city was, in Medieval times, an important port, with a whole network of canals used to transport goods in and out of the city and the surrounding region of Lombardy.  As canals became less important as a method of transport, many [...]

3 stops to see Jamaica – no problem

3 stops to see Jamaica – no problem

By on May 12, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Caribbean, Going Out, Hotels, Jamaica, Regions, Resorts   - Read 1523 times

Picking Jamaica for a holiday was the best un-researched flight selection I’ve made so far – we had set travel dates in between work deadlines and availability for business class flights made the decision for us. This country thankfully doesn’t seem to be fully discovered however that means that there aren’t a great deal of [...]

Love London: the top 10 luxury hotels in London

Love London: the top 10 luxury hotels in London

By on May 10, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 2352 times

London is home to a wealth of stunning architecture, regal palaces, world-class museums and some of the best shops in the world. From the iconic landmarks of the South Bank and the grand theatres of the West End, to the verdant parks and exclusive shopping of Kensington and Chelsea, London is oozing with historic splendour, vibrant culture and [...]

Experience India’s Thar Desert in complete luxury

Experience India’s Thar Desert in complete luxury

By on May 10, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, India, Regions, Resorts   - Read 1556 times

The medieval city of Jaisalmer lies in the heart of India’s Thar Desert, and is affectionately referred to as Rajasthan’s “Golden City”. Jaisalmer is a golden oasis in the centre of the Thar, with a backdrop of shimmering dunes that roll away as far as the eye can see. The area is home to a [...]

Top 10 historical must-sees of Berlin

Top 10 historical must-sees of Berlin

By on May 08, 2013 in Attractions, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe   - Read 2466 times

Some of the biggest events of 20th Century European history have played themselves out on the streets of Berlin. If you’re a history enthusiast then there is no better place to visit. From WWI through the roaring twenties to WWII and then becoming the front line of the Cold War Berlin is packed to the [...]

3 of the best luxury Algarve resorts for families

3 of the best luxury Algarve resorts for families

By on May 04, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Western Europe   - Read 2681 times

When it comes to choosing family holidays, there is plenty to consider – from picking the perfect area, to finding the most suitable accommodation. The Algarve – the southernmost region of mainland Portugal – has a great range of resorts to choose from and the following are some of the best in the area. Monte [...]

Top 5 secret London concierge tips

Top 5 secret London concierge tips

By on May 02, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 4544 times

These tips are from Jose Pauco, Head Concierge at the luxury Milestone Hotel and a member of the Golden Keys.  As well as being a 5 star hotel concierge, Jose is also a proud Londoner who writes his own newsletter about things to do in the city which he circulates to friends and guests.  Here [...]

Luxurious Louisville – adventures beyond the Kentucky Derby

Luxurious Louisville – adventures beyond the Kentucky Derby

By on May 02, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Kentucky, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA   - Read 2324 times

With the storied Kentucky Derby taking place this weekend – a highbrow event as famous for its carnival atmosphere, elaborate hats and socialite attendees as it is for excitment on the racetrack – Louisville, Kentucky is enjoying its share of attention this week as a luxury destination. What travellers might not realize is that beyond the festivities [...]

Singapore’s newest attraction

Singapore’s newest attraction

By on Apr 30, 2013 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Singapore   - Read 2513 times

Singapore has welcomed its newest attraction – Asia’s first and only river-themed wildlife park - offering a whole new wildlife adventure with over 5,000 aquatic and land animals representing 300 species. The 12 hectare River Safari is the newest addition to Wildlife Reserves Singapore’s portfolio of award-winning parks and will showcase animals from freshwater habitats inspired [...]

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