Latest Weekend Break Reviews
The Grove & Colette’s, WD3
In the ‘blink and you’ll miss it’ lives that many of us lead, time is probably the single item that we crave most. Time to just sit and do nothing. In the middle of nowhere. With no-one (except perhaps a choice loved one!). So when we do have that spare couple of days to... »
St Anton am Arlberg, Austria
Welcome to St Anton am Arlberg. The self-proclaimed cradle of Alpine skiing and home of some of the swankiest restaurants in Austria. Just an hour from Innsbruck airport, this resort boasts a rich skiing heritage and arguably the most varied terrain and best snow conditions in Europe. The skiing area is extensive – five... »
India Special - Goa
WHERE TO STAY The first question you’ve got to ask yourself is whether you want a riotous party of a holiday or something distinctly more laid back? If it’s the former, head straight to North Goa and feel free to go crazy amongst the clubs, bars and beach parties that the area is famed for. The... »
India Special - Mumbai
WHERE TO STAY ITC Grand Central (www.itcwelcomgroup.in/Hotels/itcgrandcentral.aspx) Our first stay in Mumbai was to be at the ITC Grand Central. The 5-star hotel is ideally located pretty much in the centre of Mumbai, in the district of Parel. Whilst it’s not near the touristy areas of Juhu (in the North) or Fort (in the South), it’s around... »
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France
Although a weekend in the Alps may not be the first thought when picking a destination for a weekend away, it is certainly one of the best! Take a trip to the gorgeous French resort of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, at the foot of the imposing Mont Blanc, and allow yourself to revel in fine dining and... »
Red Roofs at Oldfield, SL6
To think of Redroofs as a mere guesthouse is like referring to a vintage Bentley as a form of transport – yes it will get you to where you want to go, but it’s full of character and will have you feeling like you have just been part of something special along way. Built... »
Pennyhill Park, GU19
They say you should never meet your heroes or try to recreate a great memory. One of my best memories of 2008 was a visit to Pennyhill Park, where I was taken as a surprise birthday present by my girlfriend. I recall the entire experience as being out of this world and to be... »
The South Lodge Hotel, RH13
As the freefalling British Pound makes travelling anywhere short of Zimbabwe a bit of a financial nightmare, it’s probably time to look closer to home for our holidays. Whilst our climate is obviously not conducive to long beach holidays, we do have a wealth of outstanding country manors and restaurants which are ideal for... »
The New Forest, Hampshire
Jump in the car, head down towards Hampshire and in a couple of hours you could be in what seems like a whole new country. Horses roam freely, the pace of life slows to the point where most Londoner’s would require CPR and the food is great. A visit to The New Forest during... »
Nurses Cottage, SO41
If you want a place to stay where you can almost guarantee you’ll be well looked after, choosing somewhere which is named after the most caring people in our society is a good start! The Hotel Nurses Cottage is a cute little guesthouse in the town of Sway in The New Forest. Originally a residence for... »
