Royal Ascot’s Chicest hatter June 13, 2011 Ascot begins today and for many that means one thing: Hats. England has witnessed a veritable hat revolution in the past year thanks to the Royal Wedding. And, as racing season reaches its climax, our head pieces are getting more extravagant than ever. (Not least because Ascot celebrates its 300th anniversary this year.) “It’s such [...]
Nintendo’s Wii U is as insane as a microwave on wheels June 13, 2011 Seeing Nintendo’s new Wii U console for the first time brought to mind an episode of NBC’s 30 Rock, in which a team of TV producers work through the night to design a new microwave. They come up with a four-door contraption with wheels and twin-mounted cup holders, which, when compared to the Wii U, [...]
Carvoeiro June 13, 2011 BEST BEACH The Algarve serves up an idyllic selection of beaches to suit everyone. Carvoeiro is a small resort in the Algarve region, west from Albufeira to Portimao in the southern part of the country. Its beautiful beaches with fine sand and limestone cliffs make it a popular tourist destination, particularly for families with children. [...]
Vilamoura June 13, 2011 BEST BEACH Built by private investors in the 1970s, Vilamoura is one of Europe’s largest beach resorts and arguably the most desirable in the Algarve. Praia da Marina offers a world-class beach and even holds a prestigious Blue Flag award, ensuring it is indeed one of the very best beaches in the world. Grab some [...]
Marbella June 13, 2011 BEST BEACH Marbella offers over 30km of beautiful beaches which vary hugely in their appeal. Puerto Banús beach is well known for being the playground of the rich and famous. The magnificent white sandy beach is studded with palm trees and boasts an abundance of bars and boutique shops. The beach offers an array of [...]
Malaga City June 13, 2011 BEST BEACH For those that don’t mind jumping in the car, the nearby seaside resort of Nerja offers sandy coves, and magnificent views up and down the coast. Sheltered by the impressive Sierra de Almijara Mountain range, Nerja offers more than 9km of beaches, with something for everyone.. BEST ART AND CULTURE Malaga is actively [...]
FOOD & BOOZE: TASTE OF LONDON June 13, 2011 THE BEST OF THE EVENT Regent’s Park becomes foodie central later this week with the annual merry-go-round of chefs, restaurant, produce, recipes and eating – particularly eating – that is the Taste of London festival. Among the restaurants exhibiting this year are Scott’s, Le Caprice, Petrus, Corrigan’s Mayfair, Launceston Place, Gauthier Soho, Quo Vadis, Bocca di Lupo and Skylon [...]
Stylish setting falls short on substance June 13, 2011 MASSIMO Corinthia Hotel, Northumberland Avenue, SW1, 0207 998 0555, www.massimo-restaurant.co.uk FOOD SERVICE ATMOSPHERE Cost per person without wine: £42 MASSIMO, in the newly opened Corinthia Hotel between Embankment and Whitehall, can probably claim the prize of grandest dining room to open in London this year. It’s a looming hall that David Collins – the ubiquitous [...]
Jumeira Rotana 4* June 13, 2011 Base yourself on Dubai’s fashionable Al Diyafah Street and enjoy the calming luxuries of Jumeira Rotana whilst staying close to the action. Chill out by the rooftop pool, take in the Dubai skyline from the rooftop restaurant or head down below and hit Jumeira Beach, just a 10 minute walk away. Of course, you could [...]
Dusit Princess City Centre 4* June 13, 2011 Rooftop swimming pools are grabbing our attention yet again, this time at the Thai-styled Dusit Princess City Centre hotel. Take a dip high above the ‘Heart of Dubai’ with stunning 360 degree views of the Deira district. And for a real authentic experience, kick back in the al fresco Shisha Zone with a Shisha Pipe [...]