There are some real Christmas Market weekend getaway gems, but with being so busy getting ready for the festive season, why not take the planning pressure off and stay at home? People travel from all around the world to experience the magic, sparkle and twinkle of the season in London and we have it all on our doorstep. Here are a couple of my favourite markets and where to experience the best ...
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Central Park may seem obvious as the perfect fall walk, but then you can’t beat a classic for sensational leafy views. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis is synonymous with style, so a long stroll around the reservoir is a must and may seem like new when you have the object of your affection on your arm. If you’ve got designs on love, then hit the Cooper Hewitt Museum and grab a coffee to go ...
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Romance in the movies has the edge when the scenes are set in an autumnal setting ablaze in red, yellow and orange. But where to find the perfect spot to experience this in the UK? Leafy vistas with fireside dining and cosy weekend away accommodation are what we dream of at this time of the year. If you want to stay close to home, take a stroll through the leaves with me as ...
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This is definitely an occasion to share with family and friends, but can often be a kitchen challenge, so why not leave all the hard work to someone else and enjoy the afternoon and evening with staff? New York is the kind of town that knows that not everyone has immediate family, but it’s also a city where you can definitely get amongst the vibe. Rally your friends and book now: The Breslin April ...
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With summer winding up and autumn on the horizon, now is the time to be forward planning for the ultimate romantic weekend away with the person you love. Whether the sun is shining, it’s pelting with rain, or the leaves are turning, there’s nothing cosier and warming than somewhere sensational to hide away for a couple of days that doesn’t involve the airport. Here are some of my favourites on the ...
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It’s that time of the year when thoughts turn to the silly season and how to make it easier but at the same time more appealing. Want to escape the family hoopla over the silly season or perhaps thinking of a holiday where all of your family’s whims are catered? Well think no further, sailing in the Southern Hemisphere is a fabulous way to retreat from all the pressures of cooking and ...
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Anyone who knows New York knows that hot coffee is slurped on top of your half-drunk cup of coffee. This may seem fun and very Noo Yawk to the first-time punter checking out Katz’s Deli, but to the Antipodean who really knows their coffee like they know their wine, it just doesn’t work. If you find yourself in the Big Apple and in need of a proper brew, read flat white ...
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The simplicity and authenticity of the big outdoors is the perfect place to nurture romance. May signals the bluebell season, and could there be anything more beautiful than strolling through a forest that’s blanketed in purple flowers? Head to Ightham Mote, a 14thCentury moated manor house surrounded by a 546-acre national trust estate in Kent. Park and walk and stop for a refuel either at Mote café or the Papermakers Arms in Plaxtol. There ...
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Fancy a quick European escape from London? Amsterdam is a terrific short flight getaway that works beautifully in winter with multiple airline and airport options to get you there quickly. Now, you can also travel from central London on the Eurostar to Amsterdam. It seems like it might be a longer trip but with airport transfers, security and the like, it’s the same and much more comfortable. If you’ve already been, there are new ...
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With multiple airlines and frequent flights, Copenhagen is just a quick and easy hop away for a stylish Scandinavian weekend. Fly direct with connections from the Middle East or from London on SAS or British Airways. For enthusiastic foodies, this is the place to go with 18 Michelin stars blazing the restaurant sky. The idea is to try something local so make sure you have reservations for lunch or dinner at Noma, Restaurant ...
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