Unless otherwise stated, all restaurants accept credit cards and serve vegetarian meals Santceloni This sleek Madrid outpost of renowned Catalan chef Santi Santamaría is one of the city’s finest restaurants. The menu features superbly prepared, imaginative dishes. Booking is essential. Hotel Hesperia, Paseo de la Castellana 57 91 210 8840 Closed Sat L, Sun, public … Read more
Combining a fascing nating history and stunning natural beauty with a seductive contemporary culture, India’s southernmost state is waiting to explored… Combining a fascing nating history and stunning natural beauty with a seductive contemporary culture, India’s southernmost state is waiting to explored… Steeped in history Although the region has been the home of the Tamil … Read more
Asia ThaiLand : Live and Let That The southeast Asian jewel is a mix of natural delights and wondrous animals, and the hedonistic bustle of its capital city Phuket Two hours’ drive borth of Phuket is a rainforest thougt to be older the the Amazon. Here, on the edge of Khao Sok National Park, a … Read more
Tapas Bars Mixed green olives Tasca La Farmacia Like all genuine Madrid tascas, this pub on the edge of Salamanca serves its customers a tasty appetizer with each drink, to give them an idea of what’s on offer. Croquetas de Bacalao béchamel paste deep fried with nuggets of cod are the house speciality. Casa Ciriaco … Read more
Union Square Café Danny Meyer’s first restaurant has been one of New York’s most popular since 1985, loved for delicious fare served by friendly staff in comfortable surroundings. Chef Michael Romano’s new takes on American standards include the freshest ingredients from the neighboring Union Square Greenmarket . Union Square Café Gotham Bar and Grill A … Read more
Asia Japan: Pilgrim’s Progress Learn the ways of the ancient travellers on a trek following in the footsteps of 9th century Buddhist scholar and high priest Koho Daishi across the cherry blossomed- landscape of Japan 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Japanese believers don a byakue (pilgrim) white coat and conical hat while carrying the traditinal kongotsue walking … Read more
Restaurants Wangfujing Night Market A line up of 40 or 50 stalls entice and repulse in equal measure with meat kabobs but also flame-grilled snake and scorpions. Dong’an Men Dajie Open from 5:30pm daily Wangfujing Night Market Oriental Plaza Food Court The basement of this upscale shopping mall has a Southeast Asian-style food court offering … Read more
Central Park Myriad activities for kids include storytelling, carousel rides, bike riding, boating, ice skating, nature workshops, and guided walks. The Central Park Zoo is excellent, not too large in size, and the Tisch Children’s Zoo allows petting and feeding of farm animals. Central Park’s carousel Polar Bear in Central Park Zoo Bronx Zoo America’s … Read more
Macau Asia: The Tower and The Glory There are adrenaline rushes galore from the top pf Macau’s centrepice building, The Macau Tower, but find time to lose your shirt in one of the city’s famous casinos The Macau Tower Skywalk Most visitors to Macau get their adrenaline rush at the high- stakes casinos or watching … Read more
A Day Around Tian’an Men Square and Wangfujing Dajie Morning Arrive early to beat the crowds at Mao’s Mausoleum and shuffle through for the permitted few minutes in the presence of the Great Helmsman. The Forbidden City can be saved for another day, but climb the Tian’an Men for the views from the gallery. From … Read more
L’Astrance There is probably no table in Paris that is more coveted than one in this sober 25-seat dining room, with a single set menu for €120 (without wine) or €190 (with matching wines), orchestrated by young culinary genius Pascal Barbot. Lunch is more affordable, starting at €70 per person. 4 rue Beethoven, 75016 01 … Read more
Asia has long lured foreign travellers to explore its wing- tipped temples, devour its spicy dishes and leave with its luscious silks. Seen and done it all, or simply crave an extra kick in the inerary? This vast region offers an equally diverse array of adrenaline pumping adventures without sacrificing the luxuerious comforts for which … Read more
L’Arbuci A well-established favourite, in the heart of St-Germain, attracting a good mix of regular locals and curious tourists. Eat in the pleasant brasserie upstairs, then head to the basement for some old-fashioned Dixie-style jazz. 25 rue de Buci, 75006 L’Arbuci Au Duc des Lombards The Left Bank may be the traditional home of jazz … Read more
Smithsonian Folklife Festival Fascinating and entertaining cooking, storytelling, craft-making, dancing, music, and art fill the National Mall for two weeks around Independence Day (July 4). One of the largest and best cultural events in the world. National Cherry Blossom Festival The Tidal Basin is surrounded by beautiful Japanese cherry trees, which originated with 3,000 specimens … Read more
Notting Hill Carnival This three-day Caribbean festival is Europe’s largest carnival, with steel bands and DJ’s playing all imaginable kinds of music, street food, brilliant costumes and lively dancers. Children’s parades on Sunday, grown-ups’ on Monday. Notting Hill W11 Last Sat–Mon in Aug Extravagant costume, Notting Hill Carnival Chelsea Flower Show As much a society … Read more
Citronelle Condé Nast Traveler magazine named this one of the 50 most exciting restaurants in the world . Citronelle Kinkead’s A power-dining venue, known for its fine seafood dishes. 2000 Pennsylvania Ave, NW Kinkead’s Nora Refined New American cuisine made from organically grown ingredients. 2132 Florida Ave, NW Nora Acadiana This elegant restaurant offers modern … Read more
Liberty This handsome, half-timbered building dates from 1925 and its fine wood-floored and panelled interior is part of the shopping experience there. Long associated with the Arts and Crafts movement, it employed artists such as William Morris to design its fabrics. Great for its own Liberty floral fabrics, home furnishings, men’s and women’s fashions and … Read more
Man …you ought to swear by Dubai when it comes to innovation! Speaking more precisely, innovation in construction and relestate. This time it is by the Deep Ocean Technology…named Water Discus Hotel. This means the hotel would allow its guests to sleep under water. Amazing? Weird?… Unique for sure? Water Discus Hotel What is it … Read more
Vau The best of international and Austrian cooking is served by Kolja Kleeberg at the stylishly designed Vau. The restaurant has been awarded a well-deserved Michelin star . Jägerstr. 54–55 noon–2:30pm, 7–10:30pm Mon–Sat 030 202 97 30 The popular Vau Vox The exquisite food in this elegant hotel restaurant is a sleek and modern fusion … Read more
Villa Borghese Scipione Borghese’s private Renaissance park and the adjacent 19th-century Pincio gardens, with statues and fountains, are a joy to explore, especially on two wheels. There are bike rental stands scattered throughout the park. You can also rent paddle boats for the little lake or take the kids to the park’s small funfair. Villa … Read more