Nowhere does Christmas quite like London. No sooner does the festive season roll around then the city turns on its fairy lights and puts on the most spectacular show for the holiday season. Few cities can compete with London when it comes to Christmas trees, Christmas decorations and Christmas lights, and one
The summer holidays and bank holidays may feel like a distant memory but it’s still hard to believe that the October half term school holidays are just around the corner. If you plan to spend the October half term in London, however, then you are in for a treat! There are lots
London is full of quirky places to visit, curious sights and unusual museums but one of my favourites is the Old Operating Theatre Museum. Located in London Bridge, around the corner from Borough Market and in the shadow of the Shard, is a centuries-old church and the location of one
Think of Los Angeles and it’s highly likely that images of palm trees, sunshine, theme parks and Hollywood stars spring immediately to mind – not forgetting the iconic Hollywood sign that sits high above the city in the Hollywood hills. But, much like anywhere in the world, locals have a
There are lots of things that I love about living in London but one of the things I enjoy most about this city is its constant ability to surprise you and this is exactly what happened when I visited the House of Dreams London. I had heard talk of the
Luxury travel to Machu Picchu isn’t about themed suites, pillow menus, or gilt everything. The luxury is the hush, the quiet. The kind of quiet that feels heavy and so very expensive. It’s the mist that whispers secrets. The low, thrumming energy of the Apus, the mountain gods, holding the
One of the most famous cities in the world, Rio de Janeiro has for years captivated the hearts of all who visited it. The Marvellous City lives up to its name in every sense of the word. With its beautiful beaches, mountains and bays, a daily life that revolves around
New Zealand’s South Island provides an exceptional winter playground that rivals the world’s most exclusive alpine destinations. Spring in the Southern Hemisphere – from September through November – presents discerning travellers with an extraordinary opportunity to experience premier skiing and snowboarding in one of the globe’s most spectacular settings. The
Finding good-quality holiday accommodation for a large gathering is charming in theory, but logistically fraught in practice. Throw in guests travelling from Cumbria, Northumberland and Surrey for a milestone birthday celebration and the search becomes more challenging still. Wressle Grange Farmhouse, available through Premier Cottages, answered the brief: a beautiful
A new gourmet philosophy has debuted on Zanzibar’s exclusive Bawe Island, designed to pamper guests and tantalise their tastebuds through an exciting culinary journey. Bawe’s exclusive dine-around formula invites guests to enjoy a variety of à la carte dining options, serving up both international and local dishes, in stunning locations
New Zealand’s reputation as one of the best destinations in the world to view the night sky is well established. From sleeping under the stars in a glass capsule at the Lindis, a billion-star dining experience at Mt Cook Lakeside retreat, experiencing a Wanaka starset on a private lake cruise,
Crystal Serenity, from Crystal Cruises, is a 740 berth uber-luxurious cruise ship. Featuring bars, casino, cinema, gym, library, nightclub, shops, swimming pool, spa, theatre, computer university at sea and much, much more. A floating paradise of education, fun, leisure and wellness. Serenity’s first-class facilities put many a city to shame.
