Viva Wyndham Maya 4* June 6, 2011 The exclusive Viva Wyndham Maya places you right in the middle of Mexico’s Mayan Riviera. And what a perfect location that is. From diving the world’s second largest barrier reef to exploring the Mayan ruins, there’s a bundle of things to see and do. But that’s only if you can drag yourself away from this [...]
Eurostars Zona Rosa Suites 5* June 6, 2011 Slide into the outdoor terrace Jacuzzi of this hotel and enjoy panoramic vistas over Mexico City – it’s a real treat. In the heart of the bustling metropolis, Eurostars Zona Rosa Suites is in a fab location providing a luxurious and relaxing stay. If you’re away for a little little longer, choose one of the [...]
CasAntica 4* June 6, 2011 Housed in an 18th century convent in Oaxaca´s city centre, this hotel is just bursting with charm and character. The traditional stone architecture, pillars, arches, fountains and patios conjure up a real authentic flavour throughout, whilst the internal courtyard complete with heated pool and waterfall is beautiful. A lovely, tranquil stay. Book at Laterooms.com
Broadgate: symbol of red tape Britain June 6, 2011 ON the face of it, it is hardly a major story that English Heritage wants to list the Broadgate office and retail estate in the City, a rather ugly 1980s construct in desperate need of modernisation. It is, however, a deeply symbolic move that confirms not only that Britain isn’t open for business but that [...]
IS THE UK REALLY OPEN FOR BUSINESS, MR CAMERON? IF SO… DON’T LIST BROADGATE June 5, 2011 CITY A.M. today launches a campaign against proposals to give listed building status to the Square Mile’s Broadgate estate, and calls on the government to prove the UK is open for business by rejecting the plans. If the government decides to list the 1980s site then plans to redevelop it into a new headquarters for investment [...]
Lloyds readies branches sale June 5, 2011 INVESTMENT banks are finalising sale documents that will start the bidding process for £4.4bn worth of assets at Lloyds Banking Group and Northern Rock. Citigroup and JP Morgan are putting the finishing touches to the information memorandum for the £3bn Lloyds branches, which will then be delivered to potential bidders over the next week. Britain [...]
Broadgate: symbol of red tape Britain June 5, 2011 ON the face of it, it is hardly a major story that English Heritage wants to list the Broadgate office and retail estate in the City, a rather ugly 1980s construct in desperate need of modernisation. It is, however, a deeply symbolic move that confirms not only that Britain isn’t open for business but that [...]
Strauss-Kahn case begins June 5, 2011 FORMER IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn will today plead not guilty to charges he tried to rape a New York hotel maid, an accusation that has wrecked his chance of becoming France’s next president. Strauss-Kahn, 62, is facing up to 25 years in prison if convicted on charges of a criminal sexual act, attempted rape, sex [...]
WHAT THE OTHER PAPERS SAY THIS MORNING June 5, 2011 FINANCIAL TIMES PAULSON FUND FALLS 6PC IN MAY Paulson & Co, the world’s third- largest hedge fund, saw the value of its flagship fund drop close to 6 per cent in May, echoing losses across the industry. The loss tops negative returns in the first quarter at the $37bn (£22.5bn) New York-based money manager, famed [...]
Royal Mail may cut 40,000 jobs June 5, 2011 The Royal Mail could slash 40,000 jobs over the next five years in order to revamp its business model in the face of falling post volumes and impending privatisation. The postal service is in the middle of a modernisation drive, agreed with the Communication Workers Union. The programme includes about 24,000 job cuts. But as [...]
