Editorial Features - Page 49
Home to the iconic Taj Mahal, the historic city of Agra is a ‘must see’ destination. Once the capital of the powerful Mughal Empire, the city has plenty to swoon over from wonderful forts and monuments to beautiful mosques and lush green gardens. Eva Gizowska discovers that there...
Imagine sweeping along some of the world’s most stunning landscapes as you dine on sumptuous gourmet feasts or relax in your own private deluxe suite. Luxury train journeys offer the chance to sample 5-star service and surroundings on wheels. Across five continents, we offer you our hand-picked...
The sailing event may be held in Weymouth and Portland during the London 2012 Olympic Games, but competitors had to undergo a gruelling qualification process that ended in the pretty Cornish town of Falmouth. We sent Jonny Payne to find his sea legs.
Sitting amongst the olive groves and carob trees of a sprawling nature reserve near the historic town of Ragusa, Donnafugata Golf Resort & Spa boasts an award-winning spa, sun-drenched golf courses and fine wines. We sent golfing guru Kevin Nash to check out the Sicilian 5-star resort.
Maribor takes to the stage this year as UNESCO’s European Capital of Culture, offering a plethora of artistic activities and enlivening entertainment. Jonny Payne travelled to Slovenia’s second city to see just what all the fuss is about.
No-one could ever accuse Ricky Hatton of being a journeyman boxer, but there are few exponents of the noble art as well travelled as the former world champ-turned promoter and trainer. As the Olympics beckons, Dominic McGuinness finds the ‘Hitman’, who retired a year ago, in knockout...
Fancy a city break in Finland? Then look beyond the bright lights of Helsinki's big city, and head up north to the lakes region. Here, amongst the surrounding splendour of the lagoons, bays, and creeks, you'll find quirky Tampere, a city which has managed to repurpose the old into the new, and...
With just over three weeks left to the start of the London 2012 Olympics, we take a look at some of the highlights of the Cultural Olympiad celebrations around the UK this month designed to celebrate one of the world’s best sporting events.
If Britain’s version of summer is not exactly what you were expecting, why not take a trip to one of our recommended July destinations? If the idea of paragliding in the French Alps, experiencing a Creole carnival in Toronto or relaxing beneath Malaysian palm trees appeals to you, keep on...
There are some slick hotels in oil-rich Kuala Lumpur, but the Grand Millennium has to be one of the best. Located in the famous Golden Triangle, Gavin Haines found it the perfect base for a weekend in Malaysia’s bustling capital.
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