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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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Journey’s End Foundation launches
Journey’s End has launched The Journey’s End Foundation, the latest community project from the Stellenbosch based winery Set up as an NGO, Rollo Gabb, MD, and his team have established…
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M&S shakes up its modern deli fixture with a range of pickles and ferments from Vadasz
Peter Morrell tastes these new award-winning kimchi and pickles which will transform a meal in seconds, and offer immunity-boosting goodness by tapping into the fermented food trend M&S is introducing…
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Navigational Tools for Thriving & Surviving this Winter
Immunologist Dr Ross Walton and A.Vogel Education Manager Alison Cullen talk about risks and remedies The winter cough and cold season is going to be different this year. As a…
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Hiking from Calais to Boulogne along the Opal Coast, France
Ferry ports are usually getaway places but Rupert Parker decides to cover the 50km between these two French towns on foot, following the English Channel I’ve always thought that this…
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Two superb wines to enjoy before the end of summer
Peter Morrell discovers the perfect pairings for light seafood salads and hearty barbecues Summer is still with us and people are nervously emerging from lockdown by having social distanced lunches…
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Siren Craft Brew unveils innovative Nitro twist on flagship stout
Independent, Berkshire based brewery, Siren Craft Brew, today the launch of a limited-edition take on its signature breakfast stout, Broken Dream Utilising advanced Nitro technology – a technique that inserts…
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On the Trail of Mark Rothko in Latgale, Eastern Latvia
Latgale, “Land of Blue Lakes”, is the only region in Latvia with its own language and borders Russia, Belarus and Lithuania. Rupert Parker started his trip in the birthplace of…
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Aubrey Beardsley exhibition at Tate Britain
John Westbrooke is dazzled by a scandalous master of illustration Even Covid-19 hasn’t been able to wipe out the Aubrey Beardsley exhibition at Tate Britain. It’s ironic, because the artist…
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New Microplane® Professional Serrated Peeler
Microplane®, the pioneer of photo-etched graters, introduces the NEW Professional Serrated Peeler Following the successful launch of the Professional Peeler, the latest addition to the meticulously engineered range is the…
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Looking for Sustainable Eco-Tourism Destinations?
Central America has Eight Experiences to Explore and Discover Reconnect with nature and enjoy some of the best locations which Central America provides for eco-tourism Supporting sustainable eco-tourism, visitors can…
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Tiny Tales – A New Story Collection
Patricia Cleveland-Peck reviews this comforting book by Alexander McCall Smith in collaboration with illustrator Iain McIntosh What many of us need in these troubled times is comfort reading and if…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils first 2023 cruise with Balmoral’s ‘North American Waterways and Canadian Fall’ sailing
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled its first look into 2023 with the early release of a ‘North American Waterways and Canadian Fall’ cruise, including a maiden sailing of…
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Siren Craft Brew launches Lumina
This new product joins an impressive array of innovative beers from Siren’s extensive range. Peter Morrell gets a taste Siren Craft Brew, the independent Berkshire brewery has unveiled Lumina, their…
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Room 15 – A new book from Charles Harris
A Gripping Psychological Mystery Thriller from the award-nominated author of The Breaking of Liam Glass Ross Blackleigh is on trial for four crimes which he insists he didn’t commit. A…
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Major Aelbert Cuyp exhibition in the Netherlands will now take place in 2021
In the light of Cuyp. Aelbert Cuyp & Gainsborough – Constable – Turner will be held from 27 September 2020 to 14 March 2021 To celebrate the 400th anniversary…
Editors' Picks
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Enjoying the Great Outdoors in Bern, Switzerland
Rupert Parker travels to the capital of Switzerland and gets active with the locals Bern’s old town is UNESCO protected and the layout of its wide streets goes back to…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils brand new sailings for new ship Bolette, including series of UK cruises
The inaugural cruise programme for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ new flagship Bolette has been unveiled, including a number of brand new itineraries and a series of UK cruises, with guests…
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NEW SACLA’ WILD GARLIC PESTO
Hey Pesto! The flavour this little jar brings to the party is truly magic! Made with the fragrant broad green leaves, stems and white flowers of Wild Garlic, as well…
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SACLA’ PESTO – TRULY, MADLY, DEEPLY ITALIAN
Pick a Pesto – any Pesto – and transform family summer recipes Sacla’ – the Pesto Pioneers – is still run by the founding family in Italy who started the…
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Premier Cottages introduces Full Cancellation Cover on stays
100% refunds available for cancellations made up to two days before arrival at over 400 cottages Premier Cottages has introduced a Flexible Cancellation Collection featuring over 400 properties that will…
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SMIDGE – Brilliant products for effortless sustainable living
Introducing SMIDGE, perfect products for today’s lifestyles, built to last, that will have a minimal impact on the environment – and be kinder to the climate Check out these products…
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Chef John Burton Race launches Kickstarter campaign to publish inspiring new book.
Michelin-starred chef, John Burton-Race and son, Pip (15) have co-authored a first-hand account to growing and cooking your own food Spade-loads of Inspiration Based on personal experience converting a chicken…
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Renoir Walk opens in Guernsey
A Renoir Walk has been created in Guernsey in homage to the French Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir and to showcase how the island inspired some of the artist’s greatest works Located in the Moulin Huet valley…
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Harwood Arms reopens on August 30
With Free English Sparkling Wine for Diners to celebrate Gastropub Awards The Harwood Arms in Fulham, London’s only Michelin starred pub, reopens for diners on Sunday, August 30. The Harwood…
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Post Lockdown Central America
Here is a Surprising Secret List of Natural and Cultural Hidden Treasures for Intrepid Travellers We may not be able to travel immediately post lockdown, but we can still…
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Eating in Lockdown? Take Control
Are you munching your way through lockdown? Trying to distract yourself from what’s happening in the world outside your window by comfort eating crisps, chocolate biscuits, cheese-on-toast, freshly-baked bread still…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines tease preview to 2022 itineraries with early release of ‘Black Sea Discovery with the Mediterranean’ cruise
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering guests a preview into its 2022 itineraries with the early release of a 28-night ‘Black Sea Discovery with the Mediterranean’ cruise, setting sail from…
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Dine together with We Dine
The restaurants have opened their doors – hooray! However some diners may still be a little mindful to venture out in public during peak times, or perhaps with limited booking,…
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Learning with Experts launch new exclusive, online cookery courses
Learn to cook Michelin starred chef Atul Kochhar’s favourite regional dishes, or, create the ultimate show-stopping cake centrepiece with trend-setting baker, Rosalind Miller as these two culinary experts join the…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils two new ships Bolette and Borealis as it looks ahead to a brighter future after pandemic
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is introducing two new ships to its ocean-going fleet as the company looks to strengthen the brand and evolve for cruising on the other side of…
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Women’s Worries
Women are spending the equivalent of almost an entire month of the year worrying – and more than half said it is having an impact on their health Researchers found…
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A quartet of superb rosés from Faulkner Wines
Traditionally regarded as purely a summer drink, such is the popularity of rosé that it is now consumed 12 months of the year That said, there is something very special…
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Ayllu restaurant opens its doors below Paddington Basin
Ayllu is a Peruvian-Japanese fusion restaurant tucked away beneath the hustle and bustle of Paddington Central The new Peruvian concept is built around the traditions of the Ayllu community of…
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New Tracklements Blazing Hot Bundle
Barbecue season has started and months of outdoor eating ahead promise to be smokin’ with the NEW Tracklements Blazing Hot Bundle The collection includes everything you need to turn up…
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Do you have diabetes?
Julia Crosthwaite, founder of Jules Gozo Holidays suggests a safe haven holiday for diabetics Post Covid-19, travel still remains uncertain and for those who have diabetes, this is even more…
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Award-winning Romulo Café & Restaurant reopens on 10th July
Anyone who has been missing their regular fix of Filipino food will be delighted to hear that the multi-award-winning Romulo Café & Restaurant on Kensington High Street will reopen its…
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Grand reopening for Galvin at Windows, London Hilton Park Lane and 10 Degrees Bar
Dates for the grand re-opening of London Hilton on Park Lane, its resident award-winning restaurant Galvin at Windows and adjoining sky-high cocktail bar, 10 Degrees are announced London Hilton Park…
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Godiva Chocolate Liqueur arrives in UK for World Chocolate Day – Tuesday 7th July
Chocolate lovers are in for a real treat this World Chocolate Day as The Bottle Club brings Godiva premium chocolate liqueurs to the UK The luxury Belgian chocolate company’s Godiva…
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Atelier Van Lieshout: Let’s Get Physical
New Sculpture route to open in Rotterdam 18 July – 4 October 2020 Explore the Merwevierhaven (M4H) area of west Rotterdam through a sculpture route of 30+ large-scale sculptures by…
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Explore Geneva’s outdoors; The safe city break welcomes back Open Cellars
Discover the authentic Swiss wine experience, wild swimming, sculpture gardens and more This summer, wine lovers should look no further than Geneva, the third-largest winegrowing region in Switzerland, when picking…
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Casual Dining Goes Gourmet
Novikov’s New Street Food Offering It’s street food – but not as you know it! Novikov Restaurant & Bar is turning the inside out with a food stall experience like…
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Lake District Farmers delivering meat hampers to our doorstep
Michelin-starred restaurant quality meat from small British farms Lake District Farmers is now offering the highest restaurant quality meat hampers for 48-hour delivery throughout the UK whilst championing traditional farming…