Louise Cameron-Hall traveled to Tignes to attend a mountain safety and leadership course Within seconds, a 60 meter wide layer of snow bearing the weight of 1000 cars was rolling down the mountain. “Avalanche! Elyse!” a voice called out. Ten frantic minutes later, Elyse was found 150 meters down the mountain, her nose ring torn,… Read More »
The hotel’s delightful 80 square meter pool is surrounded by olive trees (Kenshō Ornos) I once took my family to a Greek island for summer vacation towards the end of August. While having breakfast on the terrace one morning, the owner of the hotel sniffed the air and said rather ominously: “I smell autumn.” In… Read More »
Whitbourn: ‘A skill in choral writing that would not put Vaughan Williams or Walton to shame’ – David Fisher James Whitbourn, who has died of cancer aged 60, was a versatile composer, conductor and producer who wrote orchestral works such as Bridge Over Tay and D-Day 60, the title music for the BBC’s 2002 funeral… Read More »
A relic of another era: Jackson’s Honeymoon Bridge Not the Alps. I see this clearly as I drive down North Conway’s main street. Here, amid the hedgerows, chapels, cafes and general enthusiasm, New Hampshire has already shown its beautiful face and yesterday’s delight: the antique rails of the Conway Scenic Railroad running parallel to the… Read More »
Joy Labinjo ’18. ‘A Family from the Century’ goes on display at the Fitzwilliam Museum – Joe Giddens/PA Paintings of the British countryside evoke dark “nationalist sentiments”, the Fitzwilliam Museum has claimed. The museum, owned by the University of Cambridge, has overhauled its exhibitions in a move its director insists is “not woke”. Luke Syson… Read More »
Seeing the beautiful harbor of Elounda is one of the best things to do in Crete – ULTRAMARINFOTO The beaches of Greece’s largest island are beautiful, but the birthplace of Zeus has plenty to distract visitors from those golden sands. Divided into four very different regions, Crete’s extraordinary landscapes are best explored via exciting four-wheel… Read More »
We’re a little better camouflaged these days, but that makes hunting more fun – Getty Socks with sandals and chips with everything. It used to be very easy to spot British tourists in their unnatural environment: abroad. You can follow the scent trail of PG Tips and piss-in fountains, listen for its unmistakable call echoing… Read More »
For a stylish and sophisticated venue, head to Buddha Bar, one of Mykonos’ best bars – © GEORGE FAKAROS – All Rights Reserved Mykonos comes into its own at night. From its many prime locations to watch deep orange and purple sunsets to its multitude of sophisticated cocktail bars and early morning dance club selection,… Read More »