Al Fahidi offers a glimpse into ancient Arabia, not so different from modern Dubai – Paola Leone/iStock Editorial You’d never guess you were in Dubai when you stepped into the sleepy, maze-like alleyways of Al Fahidi. There are no skyscrapers, no cars, no shopping malls here: This old neighborhood is built of coral, stucco and… Read More »
Regent Street: West End bosses furious as ‘tourist tax’ won’t be reversed (AFP via Getty Images) The Chancellor dealt a major blow to the West End today by deciding not to reintroduce VAT-free shopping for foreign tourists to the UK. Furious retail and tourism bosses said Jeremy Hunt’s refusal to bring back the privileges was… Read More »
Greg Dickinson in exclusive countryside Beaverbrook, which he says is “the place to people watch and be seen” – John Lawrence Picture an image of Beverly Hills and what comes to mind? Maybe whitewashed mansions with porticoed entrances? Cruising hilly roads, whirring Teslas and whirring classics? Taking a look at the rich and famous? All… Read More »
Writer Fiona and her sister used Book it Becki to find their dream Airbnb in Seville, a quaint 18th-century merchant’s house I called my sister. “Forget our trip to Seville; I can’t deal with Airbnb; Trying to find the right place at the right time for the right price is driving me crazy. I feel… Read More »
Outdoor hot tub with incredible views at the Isle of Eriska spa hotel What better way to escape the drudgery of grueling excursions like climbing the Munros or conquering the cities than indulging in a head-to-toe treatment at one of Scotland’s best spas? Whether it’s a pool with a view, thermal suites and Scottish seaweed… Read More »
(Getty Images) I was probably no more than 50 yards away from the furry pile lurking around the low-lying flooded meadow. Her soaked brown fur glistened in the morning sun as I watched in disbelief. Remarkably, I was following a black bear. My trip from the Bay Area took me through Sacramento, Yosemite National Park,… Read More »
1984 Royal Court revival of Saved – Donald Cooper / Alamy Stock Photo It is impossible to discuss the character and evolution of modern British theater without reference to Edward Bond. More than any playwright of his generation (who grew up in the war), he was interested in violence. “I write about violence as naturally… Read More »
We compare the ski resorts of Niseko (left) and Whistler (right) – Tourism Whistler/Mike Crane Congratulations, you’ve saved enough money for a dream ski holiday. Now the question is; Where do you spend it? Two resorts almost always top the lists for British skiers: Whistler Blackcomb in Canada and Niseko in Japan. Both have appeared… Read More »