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Cocktail culture at the Chesterfield Palm Beach

The Norton Museum of Art in Palm Beach is currently hosting an exhibition entitled “Cocktail Culture” that explores the social rituals of the cocktail hour through the lens of fashion and design....

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Voyage of the Peculiar: a stone’s throw from Euston Station

London has many fine museums visited by millions every year, but there are quieter spaces bursting with eccentric curiosities. The Wellcome Collection and the Grant Museum of Zoology are two such...

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An Afternoon Tea Poem

Afternoon Tea at Butlers, The Chesterfield Mayfair I wish I was in Mayfair where the Gods materialise tiers of cake that cry in sweet planting taste-buds in my eyes I wish I was a dancer, tracing with...

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Croquet – alive and well in West Palm Beach

The National Croquet Center, built on ten lush acres in West Palm Beach, is the headquarters of the Croquet Foundation of America.  It features a magnificently elegant 19,000 square foot Florida Keys...

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Hats off to Horses and High Society

Louis Mariette, milliner Royal Ascot? Epsom Derby? Don’t mind if I do! The equestrian season is upon us ladies and gents, and I’m delighted to have teamed up with the Milestone as their official...

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Wimbledon pistachio cupcakes from the chef at The Montague on the Gardens

As Wimbledon fever kicks off, Martin Hall, chef at The Montague on the Gardens, shares his recipe to make Wimbledon pistachio cupcakes. There are four components to the tennis ball cupcake, the...

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Red Carnation takes on the Three Peaks Challenge 2012

“You are doing the 3 peaks!” with great emphasis on the exclamation mark, was the phrase that greeted most of us as we told friends and colleagues we were embarking on the Three Peaks Challenge for...

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5 Fab and Fresh Cape Town Looks!

We discovered James Costello living the high life at The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa and asked for his top five picks for things do in Cape Town when he wasn’t with us! 1. Sun, sea and sand at...

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A snap shot of Guernsey

We sent some of our marketing team for a quick flight over the water to Guernsey to try out our newest hotel The Duke of Richmond and sample the finest Indian cuisine in The Curry Room at our five...

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5 of the Best Hiking Trails in Cape Town

The next time you visit Cape Town make sure to pack your hiking boots – the Mother City offers some of the world’s most scenic hiking trails that simply must be explored. Here’s our Top 5: 1) Lions...

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A Day of FOSSIL HUNTING … the best way to enjoy the Jurassic Coast

Bill Verkaik, Founder of Junior Geo loves living on the Jurassic Coast. After 20 years of working in the oil business in London, Bill and his family have returned to Dorset to rekindle the romance...

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Discover the best of London’s Green Parks

There are few places better to be than London on a beautiful sunny day and we’ve asked Jose Pauco, Head Concierge at The Milestone Hotel, to share his recommendations of the best parks you can visit in...

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Coasteering – Discovering Guernsey from a different angle

The cliffs of Guernsey offer the perfect place to explore your adventurous side, explore the coast and bays whilst kayaking and experience the dramatic scenery as you climb and abseil the West coast...

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Top ten attractions in St Peter Port

With its cobbled streets and picturesque seafront marina, it is easy to see why St Peter Port is considered one of Europe’s prettiest harbour towns – and there’s plenty here to keep you busy for...

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Game, set and match – where to play tennis in central London

If you are in London for a few days, and fancy a game of tennis, what’s the likelihood of getting a court? Pretty good if you ask our Concierge! Even better, tell us at the time you book your...

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Guernsey – a walkers paradise

Andrew Chantrell, General Manager of The Duke of Richmond and The Old Government House Hotel, shares with us his love of exploring the cliffs of Guernsey. With 30 miles of cliff paths to explore in...

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The Top 10 riverside activities for kids in London

Dividing north from south, the Thames River certainly dominates London in terms of its sheer size and meandering route through the heart of the city. As well as being an iconic London landmark,...

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London’s Best Restaurants for Dinner and Jazz

As many a music fan will know, London has long since enjoyed a top spot on the Jazz circuit. Offering up everything from grand concert halls to hole-in-the-wall, blink-and-you’ll-miss-it music venues,...

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Wildlife Photography – The Basics

As a Field Guide at Bushmans Kloof, Gerhard Thom spends a lot of time interacting with the local wildlife. Here, he shares his top 5 basic tips to capture these incredible moments, don’t worry it’s...

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The Top Spots for Antique Jewellery Shopping In London

London’s expansive selection of shops and boutiques makes niche shopping here a real treat. Antique jewellery lovers who are looking to pick up a “new”, one-of-a-kind item, or simply to browse the...

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