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Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Oldest Hotel East Of Suez
The Oldest Hotel East Of Suez
Judith Baker finds colonial charm in Colombo The Galle Face Hotel has been called the ‘oldest hotel east of Suez’ and indeed this is one of the region’s most impressive…
Featured Stories
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Parmigiano Reggiano
If you’ve only ever tasted the powdery stuff you get in packets in supermarkets, then real parmesan is a revelation. Rupert Parker visits a dairy in Emilia Romagna where they…
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Introducing the BISSELL® Crosswave™ Cordless
3-In-1 Multi-Surface Cleaner Vacuum, Wash and Dry with Cordless Freedom BISSELL® has been keeping homes clean for over 140 years. Generations of technical floor cleaning expertise have been applied to…
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How to support restaurants in London
Here are some clever incentives that restaurants are offering their customers to bring a little light relief during these turbulent times This is an incredibly challenging time for the hospitality…
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The Crown Jewels and the ping pong ball
Sandra Westbrooke discovers the truth behind the bling When plans were being made for the investiture of Prince Charles as Prince of Wales, some 50 years ago, there was a…
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The Rum Masters have spoken: Mainbrace Rum wins prestigious silver award
Mainbrace Rum has won a silver award in the ‘Super Premium Gold Rum’ Category in the Rum and Cachaça Masters annual awards Launched at the tail end of 2019, Mainbrace…
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Let’s keep the Culinary Lights on
Listing of restaurants and hotels that do takeaway, sell Gift Vouchers and have attractive special offers This is an incredibly challenging time for the hospitality industry in light of yesterday’s…
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Saddle Up In Style With Ranch Rider: Three New Luxury Horseback Adventures For 2020
Saddle up in Style, riding holiday specialist, Ranch Rider launching three new luxury experiences in the USA, Canada and South Africa Ranch Rider is introducing eight and nine-night “Authentic Africa”…
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Grand Palace, Hurghada, Egypt
The Grand Palace is a brand new 5* adult-only hotel in Hurghada by the Red Sea. Traditional North African styling blends with modern comfort and everything is all-inclusive. Rupert Parker…
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The Rebuilding of Flanders Fields
During World War I the Westhoek area of Flanders was flattened by artillery fire. In 2020 numerous events are taking place to tell the story of how it was rebuilt….
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‘Small ships for a big world’
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils new-look ‘Worldwide Cruise Holidays 2021-2022’ brochure, showcasing 224 destinations in 73 countries Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is excited to announce that, in 2021/22, its fleet…
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British Baroque: Power and Illusion
John Westbrooke on a nearly forgotten art movement from Stuart days Tate Britain’s latest exhibition claims to be the only one ever held anywhere on the subject. Maybe that’s because…
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The eho chef service – Review
Peter Morrell and three dining companions enjoy a stress-free, restaurant-quality meal at home Socialising is something that we all like to do, but the harsh reality is that it can…
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News from The Netherlands – March 2020
Current and future events and exhibitions Big Ferry Fortnight 2020 until 12 March 2020 The annual celebration promoting ferry travel began in February. A chance to discover what’s onboard…
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St. Moritz Gourmet Festival, Switzerland
Every January, this Swiss Gourmet Festival brings together extraordinary chefs from all over the world and the 2020 version is an all-female affair. Rupert Parker got to taste their dishes…
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Hankies Indian Restaurant, Upper Berkeley St, London W1 – Review
Peter Morrell and a friend enjoy genuine Indian street food in luxurious surroundings Relatives of my dining companion have restaurants in India, so her knowledge of the cuisine is second…
Editors' Picks
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Female Inspired Spring Afternoon Tea at Conrad London St. James
The new Female Inspired Spring Afternoon Tea at Conrad London St. James is bursting with colours that celebrate the flavours and scents of springtime Launched on Sunday 8th March, International…
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A Unique Mother’s Day gift she’ll adore
NEW personalisation of the legendary KitchenAid Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer If you really want to show your Mother how much you love her for everything she does (selflessly), treat her…
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A Lifetime Retrospective dedicated to Jasper Johns will be presented simultaneously in New York and Philadelphia
In an unprecedented collaboration, this major exhibition is jointly organized by the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Philadelphia Museum of Art October 28, 2020 – February 21, 2021…
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Celebrating 50 years of Tasty Tracklements
Condiment lovers have a good reason to celebrate in 2020 Tracklements, makers of an award-winning range of over 50 tasty chutneys, relishes, sauces – and Britain’s first wholegrain mustard –…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines introduces new ‘Booking Reassurance Guarantee’
Flexibility to cancel and reschedule cruises in light of Coronavirus situation Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched an innovative ‘Booking Reassurance Guarantee’ for guests who are concerned about their travel…
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The Cavendish London launches Gauguin and the Impressionists package
The Cavendish London has launched its new Gauguin and the Impressionists package in partnership with the Royal Academy of Arts Located a three-minute walk from the hotel, based within Burlington…
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Princess Cruises launches £1 deposit day
Princess Cruises is giving holidaymakers the chance to secure a cruise for just a £1 deposit per person – for one day only – on March 5, 2020. The offer…
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Princess Cruises makes ‘Princess Plus’ permanent
Princess Cruises has announced that its onboard savings package will now be available on all bookings going forward The package was previously introduced as a limited time offer but has…
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Introducing FABAL, a new all-English premium lager
First lager in UK to use pressed as well as malt barley from the people that brought you Hiver beers FABAL, a unique, all-English premium lager from award-winning beer producer,…
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Living up to the name of Discovery!
Spirit of Discovery’s Grand South America Voyage features four immersive overnight calls Tour the Galapagos Islands from Callao, Peru Join Amazon eco-lodge experience from Manaus, Brazil Explore remote Falkland Islands…
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MAIA Restaurant, Hans Crescent, Knightsbridge – Review
Peter Morrell and his wife are highly impressed with this Italian restaurant, ideally positioned just steps away from Harrods This restaurant is the namesake of my elder granddaughter Maia and…
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A First for European Waterways
A New and Exclusive Solo Cruise Aboard Italy’s La Bella Vita Luxury Hotel Barge Featuring 10% Off Per Person. ‘Extra Surprises’ Await Single Travellers on an Unforgettable Cruise From Venice…
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Viking Presents ‘The Friluftsliv Garden’ at the 2020 RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
Viking, the award-winning river and ocean cruise line, unveils ‘The Viking Friluftsliv Garden’ which is set to be one of the highlights of the 2020 RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden…
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Villa Maria premieres ‘VINTAGE’ in London ahead of Amazon Prime release
Villa Maria has premiered ‘Vintage,’ the first-of-its-kind feature-length documentary that provides an insight into the incredible highs and heartbreaking lows of making world-class wine The team behind New Zealand’s Most…
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Spirit of Adventure to be named in Portsmouth – the first ever cruise ship to be named at the Port
Saga has today announced that Portsmouth has been chosen as the location for the official naming ceremony of their second new-build boutique cruise ship, Spirit of Adventure. The prestigious event…
Latest Headlines
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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Deploys Ships In Support Of Humanitarian Efforts
Spectrum of the Seas, Celebrity Millennium and their crews are ready to thank those who step up for others; company sends 1,000,000 masks to China At a time when it…
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AMADEUS CARA joins the Amadeus River Cruises fleet from 2021
Amadeus River Cruises has, once again, assigned Dutch ship-yard DeHoop with the building of a new cruise ship for delivery in Spring 2021 The new 5-star Amadeus Cara will be…
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Princess Cruises redeploys Sapphire Princess to Australia
Princess Cruises has announced plans to increase by six months the Australia and New Zealand season of the 2,670-guest Sapphire Princess. The ship will now arrive in Australia on May…
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Aranui 5 – the ‘Freighter to Paradise’
Now offering an expanded choice of island-hopping itineraries across French Polynesia for 2021 A blue and white boat sitting next to a large body of water Description generated with very…
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Scarlet Lady Virgin Voyages ship sailing the Caribbean
Virgin Voyages welcomes Scarlet Lady, the inaugural ship in her fleet as carbon-neutral from the first day of commercial operation Virgin Voyages, the new lifestyle and travel brand delivering irresistible…
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The Val di Fassa is a summer paradise in the Italian Alps
From Canazei, Beverley Watts steps out on an Inghams hiking holiday and enjoys some sweet sounds Standing on a mountainside in my cerulean blue Italian walking boots is my idea…
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Scenic launches new Culinary and Taster Cruises
As the interest in culinary travel continues to grow, Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours have launched two new culinary cruises sailing in France from April 2021 In addition, for those…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines confirms inaugural nine-cruise whale-watching programme with marine conservation charity ORCA for 2020
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has confirmed a nine-cruise whale-watching programme as part of its first official year in partnership with marine conservation charity ORCA in 2020 The cruises will…
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VIVA Cruises will sail its very first new build ship, VIVA ONE, from June 2021
River cruise specialist, VIVA Cruises, is currently building its very first ship to join the company’s 10-strong fleet in June 2021 VIVA ONE will feature hybrid technology, 95 cosy cabins…
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OMG! Van Eyck Was Here – Ghent
The city of Ghent in Flanders is celebrating the life and works of the 15th-century artist Jan Van Eyck. Peter Morrell reports on the exciting range of activities taking place…
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London’s most anticipated opening of 2020
Park Row set to open in Soho this spring Park Row, the first fully immersive DC-inspired gastronomic restaurant experience found anywhere in the world, will open in Soho this Spring…
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The VAX GLIDE all-in-one hard floor cleaner – Review
Fast and effective, this domestic appliance has rapidly become Peter Morrell’s favourite tool about the house In the division of domestic chores in my household, the shortest straw I drew…