Rooms With A View at The Royal Lancaster
Looming large over the Hyde Park horizon, The Royal Lancaster is something of a tardis when it comes to London hotels. Situated literally on top of Lancaster Gate tube station,…
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Desirable destinations for weekend breaks, spas, destination holidays, adventures and day trips
In The Swim Of Things At Thames Lido
Emerging from the water a cold blast of wind hit my face before I felt a gentle dusting of what felt like confetti cover my head. I looked up from…
The Lion at Wendlebury
The first thing that grabbed me as I entered my room was a spa-like aroma filling my nostrils the second I opened the door. The second thing was the bed…
The Best Vegan Destinations This January
With Christmas indulgence fading into a distant memory, many of us are ditching the meat and dairy in favour of a highly nutritious plant based diet this Veganuary. Aligned with…
Tourism and Treats in the South Devon Hills
When city life gets too much, an escape to the country can be just the antidote to gloomy autumn blues. Set in the glorious South Devon hills between Totnes, Paignton…
Unearthing Authentic Greece In Zakynthos
The taxi driver from Zante airport was, as usual, the font of all local knowledge. ‘Greek food,’ he smiled, ‘is healthy food. ‘Fresh, local, delicious. We only have one McDonald’s…
Bolthole Gem In The Vale of the White Horse
“Every now and then go away, have a little relaxation, for when you come back to your work your judgement will be surer.” Wise words from Renaissance artist Leonardo Da…
A Perfect Family Getaway In The Peak District
Rolling across the Pennines’ southernmost hills is the glorious Peak District National Park, where ancient stone villages are folded into the landscape’s creases, and hillsides are littered with stately homes…
Want A Happy Holiday? Don’t Take The Kids!
As the summer holidays get underway, all thoughts lead to how to make the most of the summer break and return to work rested and revived. But for the parents…
Be Swept Away By Magical Kefalonia
The Greek islands have enchanted people for many years with their sparkling blue green water, dramatic coastlines and sunny climes. Kefalonia was the first Greek Island I ever went to,…
