Jazz, Freedom and Red Beans – A Taste of Life in New Orleans . Jazz is the lifeblood of New Orleans. It hits you in the solar plexus, gets you somewhere you never knew existed. It was in this small Louisiana town just over a hundred years ago that the rumble of African drums first met the brass instruments of
Zoe Thomas travels to mainland Europe’s westernmost capital to sample the luxuries of the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon Before last week, I never imagined I’d find myself on a rooftop running-track watching the sun rise over Lisbon. Especially not after a wild night drinking Caipirinhas by the pint. I could see the tops of buildings and the towers
Discover South Korea’s enthralling fusion of world heritage sites, sprawling megacities and volcanic landscapes through 11 cruise ports. . Korea is fast emerging as one of Asia’s most popular cruise destinations thanks to – firstly, its convenient position between China and Japan – and secondly, to its extraordinary recovery from a turbulent past. Today, around 100,000 British citizens visit the
Just you, your car, and a whole world to explore… In a world where everything is instant – instant messaging, instant coffee, instant gratification, isn’t it nice to slow down and enjoy the ride every now and then? As they say – it’s the journey that matters, not the destination. You can jump on a plane and be somewhere
Captain’s Choice private jet tours offer global travel at the height of luxury . Imagine that you could travel the world without any hassle, without airport queues, without buying multiple tickets or having to plan anything much further than what you’re going to wear each day. Now imagine that you’re setting off from Harrods terminal at Luton in a luxurious
Relax and rejuvenate with Pharaonic treatments Egypt’s sun drenched dry climate, therapeutic hot springs and mineral rich waters have been a draw for visitors since ancient times. Egypt’s health and healing tradition is based on the curative qualities of the destination’s desert sands and sulphuric springs which have been proven to ease arthritic or rheumatic pain, psoriasis, as well
Luxury is Exclusivity When it comes to unlocking true luxury, exclusivity is the key. ‘Floating hotels’ with 2,000 cabins, casinos, nightclubs and water parks onboard might be a great option for an all inclusive family holiday, but a super cruise liner can’t offer the peacefulness and exclusivity that a luxury small ship cruise can provide. Onboard a Seafarer mega-yacht, you’ll
Living with wildlife in the Falkland Islands Tony Mason left London two years ago to set up home in one of the most remote places on Earth. Here he tells Ocean View why moving to the Falklands was the best decision he’s ever made. The Falkland Islands, located 300 miles off the east coast of Southern America, are made
Discover Dubai’s shimmering cityscape from the water t Dubai rears up from the Arabian Desert like a glimmering mirage: an oasis of shopping malls, stylish restaurants and towering skyscrapers. In recent years it has transformed from an unassuming fishing port into a colossal metropolis – a thriving centre for global business, finance and culture. Now Dubai, nicknamed the City of
Len Mansfield and his wife review Holiday Inn Winchester prior to a cruise from Southampton We could say the car park was a bit of a hike to the reception area, however you can of course (as we did) drop your bags at reception before parking. On the plus side, the car park is huge and secure – so
