Travel Reviews
True spa resort leaves one feeling rested, pampered and refreshed
IN recent years, more and more hotels have begun to promote themselves as spa resorts to try and appeal to the fast-growing market of people who want to relax far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
City break hits heady heights
GRAND waterfront hotels, futuristic sky-scrapers that New York can only dream about, massive tax-free shopping malls and even the world’s largest indoor ski complex – complete with real snowfall despite the 40 degree heat outside – welcome to Dubai.
Capital joy as hotel hits the dizzy heights
LONDON is without doubt one of the best cities in the world. If you can’t find something to do here, then it will be a much bigger surprise than 100-1 complete outsider Mon Mome romping to victory in the 2009 Grand National at Aintree.
Broaden your horizons with a stay at this Thai-mendous hotel
THAILAND, or the ‘Land of Smiles as it is also called, has become one of the most popular destinations for British tourists in recent years. And it is easy to see why. Thailand has developed a reputation of being a country that is extremely hospitable for tourists.
Fine dining and relaxation are order of day
THE rise of the celebrity chef has encouraged many of us to take far more interest in food.
For a memorable break look no further than this country retreat
THE sun is shining brightly and the band on the grass are playing some great Sunday afternoon music as I look out from a superb 16th Century mansion across green fields and even greener hedges… welcome to Littlecote House in the heart of beautiful Berkshire.
Peace of London away from the hustle and bustle
It is said that London is a city that never really sleeps or shuts down and if you cannot find it in England’s capital, then it does not exist. However, amid the hustle and bustle of London lies a quiet place around the Chiswick Moran Hotel in the west of the capital.
Holiday village which really does have something for all the family
PACKAGE holidays have changed a bit since I was a little ‘un. Back in 1979 the hotels resembled high-rise concrete jungles and offered very basic accommodation - with a few cockroaches to keep you company - the balconies were potential death traps and swimming pools small and overcrowded. Oh, and there wasn’t anything to do.
London hotel that meets and surpasses great expectations
From time to time I come across a hotel that is full of unexpected surprises. I’ve stayed at many London hotels over the years and, to be honest, they’ve not lived up to expectations.
Oh I do like to be beside the seaside - with a real seaview
MORE often than not I have arrived at accommodation boasting a sea view only to be disappointed when their definition means your eyes have to hover above the rooftops in order to catch a glimpse of blue below.
Five-star golf resort is Ryd-ing high - and gives you the chance to become a member
MY ball’s just over 250 yards from the front edge of the 18th green, with a huge expanse of water ready to swallow up anything that’s not hit with enough club and a bunker either side ready to claim a shot that’s not hit true and straight.
Convenient times win over proximity
Much has been written about the benefits of using the airport nearest to your home. But what if the flight times are not convenient, especially when you have young children? Can a short drive to another airport actually be easier than waking your children in the depths of the night and putting them - and you - through a tortuous journey?
Paradise found...in Tenerife
THE dimming yellow sun’s rays slide across the calm ocean surface and even smoother bright blue swimming pool water and reach as far a table where I’m sitting and drinking an ice-cold Spanish beer. The rays, even as night draws closer, are still warm as I sit shirtless taking in this marvellous view - the kind many people will never experience.