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Give your eyes a treat, and let them feast on the very best panoramic photography. These mesmerising shots have been revealed as the winners and shortlisted entries in the 10th Epson International Pano Awards. Professional and amateur photographers were invited to enter the annual contest, the largest competition for panoramic photography, in a bid to compete … Read more
Bold wallpaper in the loo, art deco and going for gold: Five interior design trends surging in popularity this autumn Searches have risen for interior design features such as wallpaper in the loo Expert says you should be bold and adventurous with your prints Cole & Son is a popular choice among interior designers due … Read more
You can always bank on a river cruise. It’s one of the best ways of seeing the world, and here we reveal eight unmissable trips. Going Down Under Captain Cook Cruises operates a paddlewheeler between Murray Bridge and Blanchetown, an hour from Adelaide Mountains and outback, deserts and red gum tree forests; the River Murray … Read more
16. Smoked Chai Manhattan at the Oak Long Bar, Boston, USA A twist on a classic served in a theatrical cloud of smoke. 17. Martini at the Musso & Frank Grill, Los Angeles, USA America’s own classic Martini, this is a Hollywood staple. 18. Tiki Bandit at Frankie’s Tiki Room, Las Vegas, USA A tiki cocktail served … Read more
Beautiful for shore! The 61 best beaches in Scotland for 2019 revealed in annual awards Environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful has named the award winners Beaches winning the accolade are judged to have met a range of criteria These include safety, access and facilities, and cleanliness In total, 54 beaches have held an award for five … Read more
England’s cleanest beaches for 2019 have been revealed with Brighton and Whitby among those making the list. This year, a total of 71 beaches have been awarded Blue Flag status – up from 65 last year. The Blue Flag is a guarantee to visitors that the beach has excellent facilities, is litter free and has … Read more
Pack your swimsuit and your sense of adventure because water parks are not just for children. Some of the world’s best combine white-knuckle, adrenaline-filled rides with relaxing activities for those not so keen to make a splash. BEST IN THE WORLD: Aquatica, Florida The Taumata Racer in Orlando. For fun as a group, grab a mat … Read more
The top 50 most Instagrammed destinations in the world for 2019 revealed: London takes the No1 spot, knocking Paris into second and New York into third Berlin, meanwhile, is the most ‘selfied’ location in the world, according to a study It also revealed that Santiago in Chile is the No1 for scenic posts Dubai took … Read more
The AA has announced the winners of its 2019 British B&B awards – and there can be no dispute over the loveliness of the gong-baiting lodges. Awards have been handed out in a number of categories, including friendliest, story of the year, unique, restaurant with rooms, breakfast of the year and guest accommodation of the … Read more
The best and worst river cruise lines of 2019 have been revealed in a new report, with Avalon Waterways and Scenic Tours coming top and Shearings Holidays anchored at the bottom. The research, by consumer group Which?, looked at 17 river cruise companies and asked over 1,700 passengers to rate their experiences out of five … Read more