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Five-star hotel renovation in Hove given unexpected setback

By Paul Johnson on Apr 30, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The owners of a seafront hotel in Hove, near Brighton, East Sussex have vowed to continue with the £5 million renovation project currently in progress, despite the middle section of the hotel caving in without warning on Friday night. After an inspection on yesterday, engineers said the Sackville Hotel was safe and would not fall

Hotel Negresco, Nice, France

By Paul Johnson on Apr 30, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

A National Historic Monument, the Hotel Negresco is a Belle Epoque palace on a charming seafront promenade. Furnished with an eclectic collection of antiques and contemporary art, the hotel offers individually decorated suites complete with every modern convenience. The exclusive private beach ensures ample relaxation in the legendary Bay of Angels.

Da Vinci package in Milan

By Paul Johnson on Apr 29, 2006 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Hotel Principe di Savoia, one of Milan’s finest five-star deluxe hotels, has extended the Da Vinci package. The package allows visitors to Milan to see great works of art by Leonardo da Vinci in luxury and comfort. Package includes accommodation, complimentary limousine service for duration of the stay, complimentary entrance to Leonardo da Vinci’s world-famous

Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona

By Paul Johnson on Apr 29, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new, luxurious hotel currently under development in Barcelona. Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona will be a stylish, 144-room hotel, ideally located on Paseo de Gracia, Barcelona’s most prestigious address, at the very centre of the city’s commercial and entertainment district. The hotel will open in late

Hotel de la Paix re-opens in Switzerland

By Paul Johnson on Apr 28, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Switzerland, Western Europe

Ideally situated on the shore of Lake Geneva with snowy Mont Blanc on the horizon, the fabled five-star Hotel de la Paix operated by Concorde Hotels & Resorts, has opened its doors once again after a yearlong renovation. Preserving the soul and grandeur of its historic past, the transformation has created a “boutique hotel” feel

Win a stay at Wales' Ynyshir Hall

By Paul Johnson on Apr 28, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Ynyshir Hall is an exceptional Relais & Chateaux hotel set in the heart of Wales. Once owned by Queen Victoria, this building is set in 14 acres of beautiful gardens. Its past accolades include AA Hotel of the Year for Wales, 3 AA red stars, 4 AA rosettes for food (making them among the top

Little Matterhorn about to get bigger?

By Paul Johnson on Apr 28, 2006 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

Rumour has it that the 3,883 Klein Little Matterhorn is about to get bigger. Local tourist officals in Zermatt are thought to have approved plans for a 120-metre extension which will take it beyond the 4,000 metre mark, with a view to gaining greater prestige. A pyramid with viewing platforms, a restaurant and accommodation is

Northern Hospitality Awards 2006 winners

By Paul Johnson on Apr 28, 2006 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The winners of the first ever Northern Hospitality Awards were revealed last month. These awards celebrate the successful hospitality businesses and people in the North of England. The winners are Anthony’s in Leeds (Best Restaurant), Andrew Pern of The Star at Harome (Best Chef), Holbeck Ghyll Country House Hotel & Restaurant in Windermere

Silk tie and iPod holder from Thomas Pink

By Paul Johnson on Apr 28, 2006 in Accessories, Clothing, Europe, Gadgets, Regions, Travel Equipment, United Kingdom, Western Europe

London-based clothing company Thomas Pink are selling an ingenious tie with a neatly concealed iPod holder. In addition to the holder, the Cravatta iPod silk tie has a special loop to keep iPod wires under control. It retails for $85.

Lufthansa teams up with United on business class fares to Europe

By Paul Johnson on Apr 28, 2006 in Air Travel, Business Travel, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel

Lufthansa is teaming up with United on business class fare deals to Europe this summer. Book and buy your tickets by 4th July 2006 for travel between 1st July and 4th September and you could enjoy great discounts. Business Class Specials for Summer Travel include Dallas/Ft. Worth (DFW) to Amsterdam (AMS), $1,036; Detroit (DTW) to

Strike at the Ritz Hotel in Paris

By Paul Johnson on Apr 27, 2006 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Europe, France, Hotels, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Sixty employees at the Ritz Hotel in Paris went on strike this week, protesting over changes made to their contracts. Hotel management claimed that service to guests was unaffected, but it is rumoured that Tom Cruise was due to appear there to promote his latest movie, Mission Impossible 3. Instead, he spent the day exploring

Beetham Tower in Manchester, UK, completed

By Paul Johnson on Apr 27, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Real Estate, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Soaring 171m above ground level, Manchester’s Beetham Tower is now officially the UK’s tallest residential building. The project was completed yesterday and celebrated with a breathtaking firework display which could be seen for miles around. The first 23 storeys of the building will house a 5-star 285-bed Hilton Hotel due to open at the end

Hotel Martinez Exceptional 7th Floor Suite

By Paul Johnson on Apr 27, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

For a mere $37,200 per night (!), the Exceptional 7th Floor Suite at Cannes’ Hotel Martinez can be yours. The 4-bedroomed penthouse suite covers 2,000 square feet and has all the luxuries you might expect for the price: multiple living/dining rooms, plasma TVs, terrace spa, soundproofed rooms and more.

Tourism nominees for The Webby Awards

By Paul Johnson on Apr 27, 2006 in Australia, Canada, Europe, Italy, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Websites, Western Europe, Worldwide

The nominees for the Best Tourism Website 2006 category of The Webby Awards have been announced. Shortlisted are EarthCam, Great Australian Spaces, MadeinMTL.com, Select Italy and NewZealand.com/travel. The Webby Awards are given each year by the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences, a global organization with a membership that includes musician David Bowie, Virgin

Ruinart UK Sommelier of the Year

By Paul Johnson on Apr 26, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The Ruinart UK Sommelier of the Year 2006 award has been won by Claire Thevenot of the Hotel du Vin et Bistro, Winchester. Claire is the first woman to have won the title, presented by President of Champagne Ruinart, Bernard Peillon. Nicolas Clerc, of the Milestone Hotel, London, came second, and Jean-Marie Pratt of Le

Cheese on toast? That'll be £345, please

By Paul Johnson on Apr 26, 2006 in Europe, Food and Drink, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

I bet you didn’t know but it’s the first ever National Cheese on Toast Day tomorrow. And, in a bid to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support, Lancashire chef Tom Bridge has come up with a variation on the classic dish… at a staggering £345 per slice. But this is no ordinary slice of

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