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6 top tips for a perfect weekend in Washington, DC

By Hilary Stockton on Nov 19, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington DC

Washington, DC may be best known to international visitors as the capital of the U.S. and home of the White House, which will soon have a new occupant, but its many museums and memorials make it a popular destination for U.S. residents as well. Since the city is often hot and humid during the summer […]

Short stay: The Cavendish, Mayfair, London, UK

By Paul Johnson on Nov 14, 2016 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

I recently had the pleasure of staying at The Cavendish, a four-star hotel in London which can be found on Mayfair’s Jermyn Street which runs parallel to Piccadilly, and is close to West End shopping and theatres. Built as a hotel in the 1830s, it has served as a hotel for most of the last 200 years and was […]

24 hours of fabulous food in Florence!

By Janice Nieder on Nov 14, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Florence, the capital of Tuscany and the cradle of the Renaissance, is renown for its remarkable art, culture, and architecture, but I was really there for the food! While others queued up to see Michelangelo’s statue of David, the Duomo, and the Uffizi Gallery, my mission was to search out the finest gelato, lampredetto, pizza, […]

4 sublime vegan meals in Hong Kong

By Paul Eyers on Nov 14, 2016 in Asia, China, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hong Kong, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Hong Kong is a foodies’ paradise, there’s no doubt about it. Every twist and turn through this densely populated international travel and business hub unveils a new place to eat, whether it’s street food or Michelin starred dining. It seems that every cuisine is represented here too with Italian, Mexican, Indian, American, and Japanese restaurants […]

Short stay: Macdonald Ansty Hall, Ansty, near Coventry, UK

By Paul Johnson on Nov 13, 2016 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Ansty Hall lies in the village of Ansty, which despite being just 300 feet above sea level, is one of the highest points in Warwickshire. It was built in the 17th Century for Richard Taylor, a supporter of Oliver Cromwell during the English Civil War, and passed to the Adams family in the late 18th […]

5 great restaurants in Lilongwe, Malawi

By Javier Luque on Nov 10, 2016 in Africa, Going Out, Malawi, Regions, Restaurants

Not exactly known as being a bustling or a beautiful city, the spirit of luxury Malawi lies in the thriving and incredibly fun ex-pat community. Regular events are organized: beer festivals, pub quiz nights, 5 and 10K races and even polo matches. People who call the capital home are friendly and likely to share their […]

The 10 best pizzerias in Rome

By Magali Déchelette on Nov 08, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

When you think of Italy, and especially Italian food, there is a good chance the word “pizza” will be the first thing that pops to mind. Why wouldn’t it? It’s delicious and you can get it anywhere from New York City to Tokyo. If you are traveling to Rome and want to get a local […]

Kayaking combined with a little luxury in the Lake District

By Paul Johnson on Nov 03, 2016 in Accommodation, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Videos, Western Europe

We recently tested two Sevylor kayaks on a luxury stay in the English Lake District, arriving at one of Cumbria’s finest lakeside hotels in style… by kayak! Before we get started, the first thing to mention about Sevylor kayaks is how portable they are. Despite being quite large and robust vessels, once they’re fully inflated, […]

6 awesome experiences to enjoy in Wichita before it goes mainstream

By Janice Nieder on Oct 20, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Kansas, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Quick! What comes to mind when you think of Kansas? Amber grains of wheat, deadly tornados, Dorothy and Toto and that’s often the extent of it. After returning from an all-to-brief, thoroughly delightful trip there, I’m making it my mission to promote Wichita, Kansas, as one of the underrated cultural gems in the US. I […]

24 hours in Colombo…

By James Jayasundera on Oct 19, 2016 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Sri Lanka, Travel Miscellany

Colombo is Sri Lanka’s ocean city. Stretching 14 kilometres along the island’s western shore, the commercial capital is rapidly emerging as a must-see destination in its own right. Once just a sprawling city you had to endure at the beginning or end of your Sri Lankan adventures, this exciting city now encompasses stylish eateries, galleries, […]

5 of the best contemporary luxury hotel stays in Ireland

By Naomi Sheehy on Oct 18, 2016 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Ireland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Not everyone wants “old world”, history and castles. For lovers of all things modern, slick and exceptional design there are some great contemporary luxury hotels in Ireland. From trendy and hip to architecturally impressive there is something for every style. Cliff House Hotel, Waterford Perched on a cliff looking out to huge sea views, this […]

5 Michelin restaurants that you really must try near Aix-en-Provence

By Su Stephens on Oct 17, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Having already established itself over decades as a truly luxurious holiday destination, Provence needs no extra glamourizing in print form. It’s now about crafting the perfect holiday to fit in all this glorious region has to offer; whether it’s secret coves, sauntering down medieval streets, sampling crisp Rosé at a vineyard or enjoying the best […]

2 great options in the Maldives if you are vegan

By Paul Eyers on Oct 16, 2016 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

The Maldives has been one of the world’s premier luxury travel destinations for decades with scores of people heading to these beautiful coral islands to soak up the sun, sea and sand in one of the many resorts available. Popular with divers, honeymooners and paradise beach lovers alike, the Maldives offers unrivalled luxury and the […]

Don’t just ski… ski Whistler!

By Kathryn Munro on Oct 13, 2016 in Attractions, Bars, Canada, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Whistler Blackcomb ticks all the right boxes. This international ski haunt is one of the largest in the world with over 8,100 acres of snow-covered slopes. 16 alpine bowls, 3 glaciers and more than 200 marked trails make it a skier’s dream resort. If you couple that with Canada’s breath-taking mountain landscape, you’ve got yourself […]

6 of the best restaurants in Edinburgh

By Douglas Walker on Oct 13, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The foodie revolution took a while to make its way north from London but with Edinburgh now having more restaurants per head of population than any other city in the UK, there’s never been a better time to visit. From Michelin-starred restaurants to restaurants without a menu in the conventional sense, here are the some […]

A luxury weekend in Paris with Infiniti

By Paul Johnson on Oct 10, 2016 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

What better way to visit the Paris Motor Show than to drive there. And to drive in the luxury of the Infiniti Q30 is about as comfortable as it gets. This is a car that offers comfort in abundance and is every bit as stylish as it looks. (Some of you may recall that I test […]

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