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Win the wines served at the Virgin TV British Academy Television Awards courtesy of Champagne Taittinger and Villa Maria
Champagne Taittinger and Villa Maria are getting ready to add sparkle and glitz to this year’s Virgin TV British Academy Television Awards at the Royal Festival Hall on 13th May…
Featured Stories
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The Silver Caesars: A Renaissance Mystery
An intriguing exhibition at Waddesdon Manor near Aylesbury – Wednesday to Sunday, 18 April – 22 July 2018. Peter Morrell reports For the first time in more than 150 years…
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The Lake District National Park announces exciting plans to open a new restaurant in Brockhole House
The Lake District National Park announces exciting plans to open a new restaurant in Brockhole House – the striking white Arts and Crafts house gracefully overlooking Windermere set in stunning…
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Zimbabwe Rediscovered
Liz Gill explores the natural wonders, rich cultural heritage and abundant wildlife of this beautiful country When Zimbabwe gained its hard won independence in 1980 there was apparently only one…
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Make attractive savings in Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ‘Summer Sale 2018’
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering guests attractive savings on selected sailings from June to September 2018, in its new ‘Summer Sale 2018’, on all new bookings made from 11th…
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Reliving the Dutch Golden Age
With the imminent opening of the Prized Possessions, Dutch Masterpieces from National Trust Houses exhibition at the Holburne Museum in Bath Peter Morrell goes to Holland to see where the…
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Royal Caribbean’s ‘Symphony of the Seas’
Gilly Pickup flew to sunny Malaga to see what Royal Caribbean’s newest and biggest ship has to offer As soon as I arrived at the dockside, I could see that…
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Horniman Museum and Gardens announces further details of new World Gallery
Opening to the public on 29 June 2018, the same day on which the museum first opened 117 years ago in 1901 The new gallery will provide a beautiful and…
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Culinary Portugal – Taste before you Travel
As well as its richly deserved reputation for culture and beautiful coastline Portugal is also an ideal destination for foodie travellers. Peter Morrell reports One of the great pleasures…
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Cocktail Bar Evans & Peel launch their own smokehouse in West London
Evans & Peel, London’s original Detective Agency themed cocktail bar, have been scouring the UK for the best ingredients to deliver exciting dishes to serve to the folk of West…
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Fred. Olsen’s Brabant commences inaugural ‘European River Cruising’ programme
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ new 156-guest river ship, Brabant, has commenced its inaugural cruise season The first cruise is from Amsterdam, on a five-night ‘Springtime Dutch Discovery’ itinerary, calling at…
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Enjoy a cultural break that’s music to your ears with Maritim
From musicals, opera, choral to classical, Germany offers a wide range of musical experiences with internationally renowned performers at festivals, concerts and events across the country Maritim Hotels, Germany’s…
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Unico Gelato & Caffe to open Fourth Site in St John’s Wood
Unico Gelato & Caffe, the Italian delicatessen specialising in gelato, coffee and pastries, has launched their fourth site in the leafy borough of St John’s Wood 2018. Unico is linked…
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Huntsham Court, making a special occasion even more memorable
Peter Morrell and his wife spend a weekend at this charming exclusive use country house venue Imagine arriving at a massive Victorian country house that sits in an elevated position…
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Two winners to drink on World Malbec Day
April 17th 2018 is the day which celebrates this grape. It produces robust and powerful wines with highly complex profiles in the bouquet, on the palate and in the finish….
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Extremadura – Did you know?
No trip to Spain would be complete without a visit to Extremadura, a combination of old Spain, rich culture and foodie paradise The region is known as ‘the land…
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L’Escargot launches St George’s Pop-Up Gin bar with Fishers Gin
For one week only, from 23-27th April, and in celebration of St George’s day L’Escargot will launch an exciting gin pop-up bar in partnership with Fishers Gin, one of England’s…
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The Crab & Lobster in West Sussex launches new “Catch & Cook” Experience from Chichester Marina
Revered locally for its seafood dishes, The Crab & Lobster restaurant in West Sussex has launched a ‘Catch and Cook’ gourmet fishing experience Organised in association with local fisherman Adam…
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Foxdenton Gin and World Cocktail Day
Sunday 13th May is World Cocktail Day, to mark the renowned occasion Foxdenton Estate Gin have developed two cocktail recipes using their fabulous fruit liqueurs World Cocktail Day marks…
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The Bernese summer – a time for friends and fun!
If there is one place that is authentic through and through, it is Bern – in the Swiss capital on the Aare river, in the Bern Region, and in the…
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Antigua Beach Shack Pop Up to launch for second year at Archer Street
Following the success of the 2017 pop up, the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority is joining forces again with experiential cocktail bar, Archer Street, to bring a slice of Caribbean…
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Ginger Peanut Bampton Devon opens
New Restaurant & Bar with stylish bedrooms being opened by Christopher Badham and Damian Llambias owners of nearby Huntsham Court and run by renowned Southwest Chef Peter Mundy Ginger Peanut…
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An Everyday Escape for All Seasons
Eat and Drink Al Fresco indoors at Devonshire Terrace by Drake & Morgan Devonshire Terrace by Drake & Morgan, a hop and skip from Liverpool Street Station, brings a breath…
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Chino Latino launches bottomless sushi, spicy maries and jazz brunch
Pan-Asian Restaurant launches brunch menu in their Executive Lounge boasting stunning views of the River Thames Award-winning Pan Asian restaurant and Latin cocktail bar, Chino Latino, located on London’s Albert…
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Jane & Serge, Museum of Fine Arts, Calais. France
A new exhibition of photographs of Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg, taken by her brother Andrew Birkin has just opened in Calais. Rupert Parker went to see it and met…
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Wightlink celebrates National Ferry Fortnight on the Isle of Wight
Holidaymakers invited to live out their passions with one of three incredible Island getaways Wightlink looks forward to welcoming holidaymakers and the start of an incredible adventure on the Isle…
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Norwegian launches UK’s cheapest nonstop route to Texas
Affordable fares from £169 one-way break current monopoly on direct London to Austin flights Norwegian, voted world’s best low-cost long-haul airline, is continuing its global expansion today by launching the…
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Silent Pool unveils its beautiful gin garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Silent Pool, the multi-award-winning Intricately Realised gin, will be unveiling an exquisite garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018 (22nd – 26th May), designed by gardener David Neale and created…
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South West Germany
The country’s culinary capital In Germany, the top foodie destination is SouthWest Germany. It boasts a quarter of the country’s Michelin starred restaurants – that is more than any other…
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Former Nobu Chef Launches Filipino Menu “Asia’s Last Secret Cuisine” at YUU Kitchen Restaurant, Spitalfields
Paying homage to former Nobu Chef Jon de Villa’s heritage, Yuu Kitchen has added a new section to their menu dedicated to Pinoy classics with a Jonny twist The New…
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Japanese Tradition Blossoms at Sakagura
In the spirit of the Hanami, Sakagura creates a month-long cherry blossom takeover Known for its authentic Japanese cuisine and sake bar, this spring, Sakagura is celebrating the iconic cherry…
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Expanded Interiors at Herculaneum and Pompeii 16 May 2018 – January 2019
A fascinating new project will see contemporary artworks installed among the ancient ruins of Herculaneum and Pompeii, creating two art venues in stunning, historically resonant settings Over the next year,…
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Tamarind by Elegant Hotels has launched a new Bajan rum excursion
Visitors spend a wonderful afternoon of discovery and rum tasting around the island This year is the Barbados Year of Culinary Experiences so there’s never been a better time to…
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The Silver Travel Awards 2018
Would you like to have your say about which travel companies, cruise lines and destinations best serve the mature traveller? Voting has begun for the 2018 Silver Travel Awards and…
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Tracklements Hot Mustard Ketchup
The latest addition to the Tracklements range of award-winning artisan condiments is a rather moreish Special Edition Hot Mustard Ketchup Made with a blend of carefully chosen spices, this stunning…
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La Ferme opens new site in Primrose Hill
Seasonal French restaurant La Ferme has opened a new site in Primrose Hill After the success of its first restaurant and delicatessen on Farringdon Road, by Exmouth Market, the new…
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Almost time to enjoy these beautiful Spring aromatic wines
Peter Morrell chooses a range on whites that are ideal warm weather tipples Given this year’s never ending winter it may seem a little strange thinking about warm weather wines….
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Late Deals at The Royal Hotel on the Isle of Wight
Enjoy a family trip to the Isle of Wight this Easter break from 2 – 16 April, for a well-deserved holiday with Wightlink and The Royal Hotel Soak up some…
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Make the Most of Summer with a Foodie Getaway
The award-winning School of Artisan Food and Ye Olde Bell, a beautiful 17th century hotel and spa, are offering the perfect foodie getaway this summer The ‘Make the Most of…
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You can, in Portland
Connecting Londoners with the people and products of Portland, Oregon. 19 April – 7 May 2018. Units 7 and 8, Dray Walk, The Old Truman Brewery, Shoreditch, London Word on…
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Experience Your Own Florida Adventure in London
This weekend (Saturday 24 – Sunday 25 March), the US tourist board VISIT FLORIDA, will host the ‘Florida Adventure Experience’ at Westfield Stratford City Shoppers will be invited to step…
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Authentic Bahamas
Judith Baker enjoys the relaxing calm of these beautiful islands Nassau has a wealth of new hotels including the dramatic Baha Mar development which includes a 1800 room Grand Hyatt…
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Algarve Walking & Cycling Holidays Made Easier with New Website
The Algarve Tourism Bureau has unveiled a new website to provide a useful online resource for those looking to explore the region by bike or on foot The website, www.cyclingwalkingalgarve.pt…