This Mayfair Hotel Feels Like a Private Pied-à-Terre

A stylish stay in Mayfair that brings fresh, understated luxury to central London’s Hanover Square. Mandarin Oriental Mayfair opened in June 2024 and has been quick to stake its claim as one of London’s most discreetly luxurious addresses. With just fifty suites, hand‑painted silk wallpaper in every corner, a 25‑metre subterranean pool, and a rooftop […]

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10 Unmissable Things to Do in London (Outside the Landmarks)

Go beyond Buckingham Palace to uncover plague-era pubs, hidden rooftop cinemas and afternoon tea served aboard red buses. Few cities in the world are as diverse and multifaceted as London. Yes, its legendary landmarks deserve time and attention (a Buckingham Palace pilgrimage is a given), but it’s well worth mixing up your itinerary to touch […]

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The Ultimate 2025 Formula 1™ Guide: Races, Tracks & Key Dates

Get up to speed on the global events for this year’s F1™ championship: the GOAT of all motor racing competitions, now in its 75th anniversary year. 24 races. 21 countries. 20 drivers. 10 teams. In the most high-octane of sports, who comes out on top is down to a fine alchemy of superhuman skill, pioneering […]

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London’s Calling: Why This Hotel is the Perfect City Break for First-Time Visitors

Looking for the best spot to stay in London? Look no further than The Clermont for elegance right in the centre of it all. Choosing the right spot to base yourself while you delve deep into the land of double-decker buses, historical landmarks and afternoon tea is no easy task – but this charming retreat […]

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Sleeper Agent: Why Raffles London at the OWO is the Ultimate Historic Stay

Once home to MI5 and MI6 agents, the Army and the author of James Bond, Ian Fleming, Raffles London at the OWO is London’s newest luxury hotel dripping in history. Despite being the birthplace of the British secret service, and featured in James Bond films, it’s hard to go undercover at Raffles London at the […]

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These are the Most Luxurious Hotels in the World

Out-of-this-world architecture, six-star service, vintage champagnes and Michelin-star-worthy cuisine: at the most luxurious hotels in the world, the sky’s the limit. If you’re after the crème de la crème, look no further than the Ultra Lux collection – a curated selection of the most exquisite hotels and resorts in the world, where the luxury is […]

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The Best UK Father’s Day Experiences for 2024

From whisky in the Scottish Highlands to football stadium tours and a Liverpool Beatles tour, make this Father’s Day the best one yet. With UK Father’s Day on the horizon, it’s our annual reminder to honour the superheroes in our lives in a way that says a tremendous ‘thank you’. It can be difficult to […]

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The Best UK City Breaks

From the dreaming spires of Oxford to the Roman spas of Bath and Manchester’s artsy cool, these UK cities showcase all that’s great about Britain. Look a little closer (and beyond London), and you’ll find the UK has endless options for a city break packed with culture, history, good food and good times. Some are […]

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From Private Islands to The Plaza: The World’s Most Iconic Hotels

More than just a place to stay, these fabled establishments promise unparalleled experiences and a glimpse into grandeur. Often steeped in history, legend and luxury, hotels often achieve ‘icon status’ thanks to prolific guest lists, Hollywood appearances, ground-breaking architecture or simply as being the setting for gossip shared around the water cooler. No matter how […]

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Your Ultimate Vegan Guide to Culinary Capitals

Magnificent mole, indulgent ice cream and delectable dumplings… sink your teeth into plant-based perfection with the world’s best vegan destinations. For countless years, roving veggie-lovers have relied on a handful of trusted vegan offerings. Now, the fear of missing out is a thing of the past, thanks to the recent explosion of vegan-friendly venues and […]

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The Best Winter City Breaks in Europe

The weather outside is frightful, but these Europe winter holidays are delightful. The European summer gets a lot of airtime, but the colder months are actually some of the most magical, offering a whole new perspective on its storied cities. Parisian bistros are cosy and candlelit, the medieval architecture of Edinburgh is ethereal in the […]

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Hotel Rooms for When You Want to Treat Yourself

Pop the champagne, swim in sky-high swimming pools, and admire incredible modern art – these rooms are a pretty penny, well spent. From views that genuinely leave you breathless to incredible art from floor to ceiling, these rooms give ‘home away from home’ a new meaning. Although all gloriously individual, they have one thing in […]