Travel
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The Carlyle hotel review: The New York hotel that's covered in stardust
Designed by Dorothy Draper and stayed in by Kennedys, royalty and Michael Jackson, The Carlyle is a New York institution that cannot be bettered, argues Steven King.
By Steven King Published
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A converted reservoir in Devon that might be the UK's most interesting holiday home
With some 7,500sq ft of space and room for 16 guests, Woolbrook Reservoir in Sidmouth is a unique property that has to be seen to be believed.
By James Fisher Published
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Elmley Nature Reserve – an island of nature in Kent that vibrates with birdsong
Spending two days in the wilderness on the Isle of Sheppey shows how much we've lost and how much we have to gain.
By James Fisher Published
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The Fall foliage of New England and Canada, as witnessed from the deck of a cruise ship
Steven King journeys from New York to Montréal, via Nova Scotia, in search of the Americas' most famous natural phenomenon.
By Country Life Published
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Estelle Manor review: The Oxfordshire hotel and private member's club that will appeal to honeymooners and families alike
Estelle Manor is a sanctuary from the rest of the world — a place where life is easy and everyone gets on. Jo Rodgers checks in.
By Country Life Published
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The Isle of Skye and the world’s last manual turntable ferry
You may no longer see droves of cattle crossing the waters to the Isle of Skye, but the world’s last manual turntable ferry is almost as quaint a sight, says Joe Gibbs.
By Joe Gibbs Published
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Deplar Farm hotel review: A turf-roofed farmhouse in Iceland that offer some of the world's best adventures
This all-inclusive, luxury adventure lodge in Iceland's northern wilderness is a must-visit for active travellers — and if you're lucky you might just get to see the Northern Lights. Our Travel Editor, Rosie Paterson, checks in.
By Rosie Paterson Published
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Hotel La Palma review: The dazzling new place to stay on the island of Capri
Hotel La Palma has some big shoes to fill — sister hotels include Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes and Eden Rock in St Barts — but its well on it way to stardom, says Rosie Paterson.
By Rosie Paterson Published
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Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc review: Is this the world's best, most famous and photographed hotel?
Whoever said 'it's not the destination but the journey that counts' never checked in to the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, says Rosie Paterson.
By Rosie Paterson Published
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Four Seasons Fairways review: A family friendly paradise in Portugal's Quinta do Lago
There's more to the Algarve, Portugal, than package holidays and golf, says Emma Hiley, you just have to know where to look.
By Emma Hiley Published
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Jaipur: Rosanna Falconer's unbeatable guide to India's most intoxicating city
In our first of many expert-written, insider travel guides, Rosanna Falconer reveals everything you need to know about Jaipur — India's Pink City — from when to go, to where to stay.
By Country Life Published
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1 Hotel Mayfair review: A masterclass in marrying luxury and sustainability in the capital
High-brow neighbours include The Ritz, Brown’s and Dukes, but 1 Hotel Mayfair is determined to shake up Mayfair and Piccadilly with its own brand of Nature-inspired, California cool, says Emma Hiley.
By Emma Hiley Published
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Top travel tips for making your journey better, from celebrity-style transfers to sushi at 33,000ft
Modern-day commercial flight leaves plenty to be desired, but there’s lots you can do to stop the experience from ruining your holiday, says Richard MacKichan.
By Country Life Published
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An insider's guide to travelling the world: Hot destinations, missing underwear and dodging volcanoes
Country Life's Travel Editor Rosie Paterson joins the podcast to share her wisdom, experience — and a disturbing number of blunders.
By Toby Keel Published
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Coworth Park hotel review: Just another day in Paradise
From a heavenly spa to gleaming copper bathtubs and sculptures woven into Nature, Coworth Park gets everything (almost) perfect, finds Carla Passino.
By Carla Passino Published
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Sun, snow and sublime food — why the Dolomites might be my new favourite ski spot
There’s more to skiing than the French and Swiss Alps, says James Fisher, who goes in search of new adventures in the Italian mountains
By James Fisher Published
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Dunkeld House Hotel review: A piece of Outlander filming history
Once the summer residence of the 7th Duke of Atholl, Dunkeld House has now established itself as the latest location on the set-jetting map, says Agnes Stamp.
By Agnes Stamp Published