Avuncular Major Singh runs a homestay, Abode Kolta, in Gurgaon; originally just beyond the city limits of Delhi, but now subsumed by the sprawling mass of new developments.
Along the coast from the better-known French Riviera, is the arguably more scenic Italian Riviera, and here, at Rapallo, perched on a cliff, is the Excelsior Palace Hotel, one of only two five-star hotels on the Portofino Coast. 45 minutes’ drive from the airport, it’s an ideal weekend getaway. The Excelsior Palace Hotel first
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Carlton Dune 4-wheel Spinner Suitcase UK Price: £149 Pros: Tough, very lightweight, easy to move, nice colour options Cons: Clam shell design makes lid awkward to open against a wall on a luggage rest Verdict: A sturdy workhorse Rating: 4 stars Available: John Lewis stores Product review: Hard
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Is Mavalli Tiffin Rooms the best South Indian restaurant in the world?
Merrell Kahuna lll Women’s sport sandal UK price: £75 Pros: Sturdy, light, easy to clean Cons: Not available in half sizes Verdict: A good sandal for walking and hiking in the heat Rating: 4 stars Available: Merrell stores and online Product review: For most of the
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Dramatic floor to ceiling windows overlook the unspoilt Watergate Bay with miles and miles of golden sands. A few surfers, a handful of dog walkers and a noisy group of seagulls arguing over a piece of fish were the only beach occupants on this rather overcast summer’s day. Inside, the squishy sofas, daily papers and
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Craghoppers ‘Ibsen’ cold weather down jacket with hood (Women’s) UK Price: £135 Pros: Smart, warm, versatile Cons: None I noticed Verdict: Really warm jacket, that does its job well Available from: Craghoppers stores and online, in two colours. Product Review: Once, cold weather gear was bulky, uncomfortable and rather ugly. This Craghopper jacket is
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Mimosa Tankini in berry (Women’s) UK price: £27.50 Pros: Well made, easy to wash and dry. Cons: Slightly restricted colour choices Verdict: Great little workhorse Rating: 4 star Available from: Swimstore Product Review If you like your swimwear to work for its living, this could be the garment for you. This tankini is ideal for
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Ancient philosophies are at the heart of Shreyas Retreat near Bangalore. After trying the lodge’s new cookery course, Olivia Greenway feels the benefits.
There’s something really nice about being able to arrive under your own steam at your airport hotel, fly abroad and then come back to find your car ready for you. This is the service offered by Radisson Edwardian near Heathrow airport, named Stay, Park and Fly. It beats all the other options in my book
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Defining high-end vegetarian dining, London restaurant Vanilla Black has amassed great reviews and enviable industry acclaim
Part of the pleasure of going away is about enjoying delicious, well-prepared food – but this can often be elusive for vegetarians and vegans
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