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Top 5 places you can enjoy luxury in London

Top 5 places you can enjoy luxury in London

By on Apr 11, 2013 in Attractions, Bars, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Beautiful London is the perfect getaway for a luxury vacation. A vibrant city packed with gorgeous architecture, award-winning bars and restaurants and world-famous attractions. If it’s glamour you’re looking for, then this is the place to be. Here’s our hit list of the Big Smoke’s most luxurious destinations. 1. Harrods, Knightsbridge The world famous department
5 great cities, 5 incredible restaurants

5 great cities, 5 incredible restaurants

By on Jan 31, 2013 in Asia, California, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Maldives, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
When you visit a city, where do you want to go – a good restaurant, or the best restaurant? The best of course, is going to be subject to opinion and taste, but often locals and travellers alike will reach consensus on a city’s best restaurant. I admit it’s risky, and maybe controversial, but I
Top tips to help you enjoy a luxury night out at the theatre in London

Top tips to help you enjoy a luxury night out at the theatre in London

By on Jan 31, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Planning the perfect evening at the theatre need not make you stressed. Remember the emphasis on a theatre trip is on relaxation and enjoyment. Fortunately, adding the sparkle to a long leisurely evening at the theatre can be easily accomplished with an early start: an aperitif, a pre-theatre dinner (not three courses just two) at
The top 5 new restaurants in London

The top 5 new restaurants in London

By on Jan 22, 2013 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
London is one of the culinary capitals of the world with new restaurants opening every day. This article lists five of the latest must-visit restaurants that are causing a stir in the capital. Mari Vanna 116 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7PJ Mari Vanna is one of London’s best kept Russian secrets, located in the exclusive Knightsbridge
3 new hotels for London's luxury market

3 new hotels for London's luxury market

By on Nov 29, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Three brand new hotels will hope to open in 2013 in London, each adding their own distinctive brand of luxury living to the capital. London has seen a lot of activity in the hotel industry recently. In what was a rather unseeming rush to open, enlarge and upgrade in time to host the Lycra-clad classes of
A right Royal stay: Rubens at the Palace, London

A right Royal stay: Rubens at the Palace, London

By on Nov 21, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, Hotels, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe
The Rubens at the Palace is what it says on the tin; four star luxury accommodation, closer to Buckingham Palace than any other London hotel. The Goring might have the Middleton stamp of approval, but what this hotel has is location, location, location. The family and Twitter friendly hotel On the way down to London
London’s top 3 quirky luxury restaurants

London’s top 3 quirky luxury restaurants

By on Oct 10, 2012 in Europe, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe
When it comes to having a family break, the temptation always seems to be to ‘get away from it all’ and go somewhere quiet and relaxing. However there are plenty of great reasons for heading into the city instead of away from it.
Travel around London like a celebrity on your stag weekend

Travel around London like a celebrity on your stag weekend

By on Sep 30, 2012 in Air Travel, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe
During the day, London is an enthralling city filled with historic, cultural and regal exploits to enjoy. By night, the scene changes dramatically. A multitude of hip night spots come to life where you will make memories to last for years to come. Filled with booze and scorching hot dance floors, the stag and his
The best new restaurants in London

The best new restaurants in London

By on Sep 13, 2012 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
2012 has been an incredible year for London, not only because of the Olympics, the Paralympics and the Queen’s Jubilee, but also by firmly establishing itself as one of the hottest restaurant scenes in the world. Here we share some of the best new restaurants to have opened in London this year. Bubbledogs, Fitzrovia Champagne
Win an incredible luxury London hotel stay

Win an incredible luxury London hotel stay

By on Jul 23, 2012 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Love London? Love luxury? Would you like the opportunity to win a fantastic  stay at the Cora Pearl Suite (pictured below) at the newly refurbished Grosvenor Hotel from Guoman Hotels? Then read on! The Grosvenor hotel in Victoria has re-launched following a multi-million pound refurbishment and restoration with the creation of this luxurious Victorian ‘Courtesan boudoir’ on the top floor.
Rickshaw rides and bespoke picnics offered by luxury London hotel

Rickshaw rides and bespoke picnics offered by luxury London hotel

By on Jun 26, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Hotels, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Situated in the heart of London’s Knightsbridge, guests at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London will be one step ahead of the crowds and travelling in style in the hotel’s bespoke rickshaw during the London 2012 Games this summer. Dressed in red, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park’s luxury rickshaw will be available throughout the Games, from 27th July
Living luxuriously in London for free

Living luxuriously in London for free

By on May 31, 2012 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Yes, we all know that London is incredibly expensive. Whether you live in central London, Greater London, or decide to visit, you might think that luxurious entertainment comes at a high price. However, as the summer months approach, there’s really no need to pay for activities, not when you can get them for free! Here
London’s best hidden wine bar

London’s best hidden wine bar

By on May 14, 2012 in Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Rush-hour on the Strand can make London feel like a town of nothing but tourists and theatre-goers. The black cabs and red buses whirl by as confused, map touting foreigners scamper across the streets. The well-heeled, well-suited business men pile into the posh hotels and swanky gastro pubs. If you watch carefully, however, you’ll see a

BUKHARA pop-up comes to London for two weeks in May

By on Apr 30, 2012 in Europe, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe
An exciting (albeit temporary) addition to London’s restaurant scene this summer, award-winning Indian restaurant BUKHARA will commandeer the Trianon Room in the Sheraton Park Tower – a Luxury Collection Hotel in Knightsbridge and pop-up for two weeks next month, from 17th May to 1st June 2012. Frequently hailed as the world’s best Indian restaurant, BUKHARA
The 6 best luxury hotels in England

The 6 best luxury hotels in England

By on Feb 28, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Looking to blow half your salary on a few nights in one of the most luxurious hotels in England? We all need a vacation every once in a while, and if you’ve got the money to spend big, you just might be the next client for one of these extraordinary accommodations. If you want a
Love in London

Love in London

By on Feb 10, 2012 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe
If you’re looking to get away for a last minute romantic city break, look no further than the DoubleTree Westminster which is perfectly situated close to many of the capital’s famous landmarks.  Formerly belonging to Mint Hotels, the property is now part of the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel collection and comes with its own award-winning