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Noordam leaves Venice for New York

By Paul Johnson on Feb 03, 2006 in Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Italy, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe, Worldwide

Holland America Line‘s Noordam has left its Venice shipyard today, bound for its new home in New York where it will be christened on 22nd February 2006 by actress and godmother Marlee Matlin. The ship will then embark on its maiden voyage in the Caribbean. This is the fourth and last of Holland America’s Vista-class

Heston Blumenthal OBE

By Paul Johnson on Feb 03, 2006 in Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Heston Blumenthal, Chef Patron of The Fat Duck in Bray, Berkshire, one of just a handful of restaurants worldwide to have three Michelin stars, has been awarded an OBE by Her Majesty The Queen, in the New Years Honours List. After a tremendous year of accolades culminating in the Fat Duck being voted The Best

Ski St. Moritz with Badrutt's Palace Hotel

By Paul Johnson on Feb 03, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Majestically situated amid breathtakingly beautiful and unspoiled scenery, Badrutt’s Palace Hotel is a haven of tranquillity. The hotel’s Ski St. Moritz package starts from 2,110 CHF for two and includes 3 nights’ accommodation in a Superior Room, daily buffet breakfast, daily set dinner at Le Restaurant or Trattoria, a two-day ski pass valid for the

Grand Hotel Europe being renovated

By Paul Johnson on Feb 02, 2006 in Accommodation, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Russia

In keeping with the times, the Grand Hotel Europe in St. Petersburg is embarking on a large-scale renovation and refurbishing project. A total of 120 rooms has been scheduled for renovation during this winter, and will be available for booking as of 1st May 2006. The hotel will combine the elegant charm of 19th Century

Valentine's at Beau-Rivage Palace

By Paul Johnson on Feb 02, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

From 3rd-5th, 10th-12th, 14th-15th, 17th-19th and 24th-26th February 2006, you can enjoy Switzerland’s Beau-Rivage Palace‘s special Valentine’s package. This sumptuous hotel sits in a 10-acre private garden and offers breathtaking views of Lake Geneva and the Alps beyond. The package consists of one night in a Superior (680 CHF) or Deluxe (800 CHF) room, glass

Le Palais Hotel Prague

By Paul Johnson on Feb 01, 2006 in Accommodation, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany

If you’re thinking of visiting Prague out of season (now until 31st March 2006, 1st to 31st July 2006, or 1st November to 27th December 2006), then you can enjoy some fantastic rates at Le Palais Hotel Prague. Quote booking code PGKSAV and you can enjoy rates starting from 220 euros. The hotel is

Alma de Cuba, Liverpool UK

By Paul Johnson on Jan 31, 2006 in Bars, Celebrities, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The latest addition to the Liverpool restaurant scene appears to be getting rave reviews. Located in a a 200-year-old Polish Catholic church on Seel Street, some are going so far as to describe it as one of the most spectacular bar and restaurant venues in Europe. It also seems to be one of the places

Spice up your Friday nights in Budapest

By Paul Johnson on Jan 30, 2006 in Accommodation, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Going Out, Hotels, Hungary, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Spice up your Friday night and discover the special tastes of Hungarian paprika cuisine and the great diversity of Hungarian wines at the Apicius Restaurant in Budapest’s Corinthia Aquincum Hotel. Sample from the different appetizers and main courses prepared from all kinds of Hungarian paprika, be it small or big, sweet or hot, red, yellow

Echia Club at the Grand Hotel Vesuvio in Naples, Italy

By Paul Johnson on Jan 30, 2006 in Accommodation, Clubs, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

Echia Club – the Grand Hotel Vesuvio‘s fitness and relaxation centre – has become an essential and exclusive aspect to the hotel. With its charming and comfortable rooms, its peaceful and magical ambiance where marble, multicolored crystal, precious wood, light, water, rock and soft lines mix and melt together. Facilities provided by the club include

Free golf at Le Meridien Penina Golf & Resort, Portugal

By Paul Johnson on Jan 30, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

At Le Meridien Penina Golf & Resort you can currently play one round of golf per day for free in one of their property golf courses (Penina Championship, Resort or Academy). This offer is valid until 3rd March 2006. Set in its own picturesque 360-acre estate, the resort’s three golf courses were all designed by

Raya Hotel on Panarea, Italy

By Paul Johnson on Jan 29, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

Not everyone’s idea of luxury is gold taps and pink Cristal Champagne. Many instead head for the simple rustic charm of the Aeolian Islands, off the north coast of Sicily. The seven volcanic islands are all spectacular, but the one to head for is Panarea, which has no cars and is home to the stylish

Love London package with Red Carnation Hotels

By Paul Johnson on Jan 29, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Just when you thought Christmas was over, Red Carnation Hotels are extending the season of goodwill with fantastic London air and hotel breaks from major US gateways, at exceptional value prices. Whether you want to make the most of the famous January sales shopping, catch up on the latest shows, or simply relax in front

Small Luxury Hotels of the World on tour

By Paul Johnson on Jan 28, 2006 in Accommodation, Belgium, Europe, Events, France, Germany, Hotels, Italy, Netherlands, Regions, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Small Luxury Hotels of the World will be holding a series of showcases in key cities across Europe in the coming weeks to launch its 2006 directory. A total of nine showcases will be held over a four-week period, with representatives from a selection of SLH’s worldwide properties visiting the cities of London, Brussels,

Private Dining Room at Nahm Restaurant, London

By Paul Johnson on Jan 27, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The award winning Nahm restaurant at The Halkin hotel has opened the new Private Dining Room, in direct response to customer demand for such a facility. Seating up to 30 people, The Private Dining Room is available to hire for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as meetings, presentations and product launches. It is also

Mozart's 250th birthday

By Paul Johnson on Jan 27, 2006 in Austria, Europe, Events, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

A wave of Mozart’s music will ripple across to mark the 250th birthday of the composer Mozart. In particular, all eyes will be his hometown of Salzburg in Austria. A day of music will start on the streets in the morning at 10.00 GMT with a concert at the Mozarteum after a speech by

duoMo hotel about to open in Rimini, Italy

By Paul Johnson on Jan 26, 2006 in Accommodation, Clubs, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

Furniture designer Ron Arad has fashioned the duoMo hotel (rather annoyingly, every reference to the letter M on the website is in capitals, so you get references such as “riMini” and “rooM service”) which opens this Spring. A member of Design Hotels (no doubt they’ll curse me for giving that capitals), this 43-room hotel will

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