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The ultimate Holland Cooper style guide for the Badminton Horse Trials

Posted on April 30, 2026

There is something rather satisfying about how a perfectly tailored blazer feels when you’re out…

Review: Lord of the Highlands with Hebridean Island Cruises

Posted on April 24, 2026

Caledonian Springtime on the Lord of the Highlands, with Hebridean Island Cruises, is a unique cruise…

Review: andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge, Tanzania

Posted on April 1, 2026

Tucked away, in the greater Serengeti ecosystem, lies a slice of pure safari magic. Right…

Review: Catgill Farm Glamping, Bolton Abbey, UK

Posted on March 28, 2026

The story of Catgill is one of profound diversification and family legacy. Since 2014, husband-and-wife…

Review: Angama Amboseli, Kenya

Posted on March 17, 2026

At the bottom of the mighty Mt. Kilimanjaro lies the beautiful Amboseli National Park, known…

Review: The Fish, Farncombe, Broadway, Worcestershire

Posted on March 12, 2026

The Fish Hotel is an inviting take on Scandi-cool-comfort and contemporary country living. Delivering hygge…

Review: Hotel Gotham, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK

Posted on March 4, 2026

Nestled on Pilgrim Street — one of Newcastle’s oldest thoroughfares, once trodden by 13th-century pilgrims…

What to wear at the Races

Posted on February 25, 2026

With the Cheltenham Festival less than a month away, you might well be looking ahead…

Review: Saxon Hotel, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Posted on February 19, 2026

Johannesburg’s Sandton area is known as Africa’s financial hub, and at the heart of one…

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Keith Floyd’s Cookery Theatre Masterclass

July 10, 2007

By Paul Johnson

Calling all budding gastronauts! Help is at hand as the original celebrity chef Keith Floyd, announces his Autumn 2007 ‘Cookery…

New spa at Four Seasons Austin Hotel

July 10, 2007

By Paul Johnson

The 291-room Four Seasons Austin Hotel has a new, 5,500 sq ft spa. Signature treatments include a ‘lavender lemongrass journey’…

Women demanding female Pamplona

July 9, 2007

By Paul Johnson

Last weekend saw the start of the San Fermin festival in Pamplona. This 9-day long event controversially centres upon the…

Seven New Wonders of the World

July 9, 2007

By Paul Johnson

The ancient Mayan city of Chichen Itza in Mexico, the Great Wall of China, the Incan ruins of Machu Picchu…

Suite of the week: The Infinity Suite at The Langham, London

July 9, 2007

By Paul Johnson

Suite name: The Infinity Suite Hotel: The Langham, London, UK Size of accommodation: 326 sq m Cost per night: £4,150…

Luxury travel links of the week

July 8, 2007

By Paul Johnson

A weekly pick of luxury travel links for your perusal… Discover why Korea makes the heart grow fonder Absolute happiness…

Airlines adding regional jets with luxury features

July 7, 2007

By Paul Johnson

According to the Associated Press, airlines are currently rushing to add new regional jets with first class seats and roomier…

ALTM to become an annual event

July 6, 2007

By Paul Johnson

Further to the successful staging of the inaugural Asia Luxury Travel Market (ALTM) at the Shanghai Exhibition Centre last month,…

Blackstone Group takes over Hilton

July 6, 2007

By Paul Johnson

The $26 billion takeover of Hilton Hotels Corporation by the giant Blackstone Group probably hasn’t escaped you this week. …

New from Starwood Capital Group: Baccarat Hotels and Resorts

July 6, 2007

By Paul Johnson

Starwood Capital Group (not to be confused with Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide) has announced the creation of a new…

Recipe of the week: Scallops with Two Caviars

July 6, 2007

By Paul Johnson

Ingredients: â¢ 8 sea scallops â¢ 6 tablespoons unsalted butter â¢ 1/4 cup brandy â¢ 2 cups heavy cream â¢…

Hotel du Vin ‘cigar shacks’

July 6, 2007

By Paul Johnson

Outdoor ‘cigar shacks’ designed by the Bothy Lodge Company – with underfloor heating, WiFi access and shelter from the elements…

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