Sofitel – so convenient – Gatwick airport
Sofitel – so convenient – Gatwick airport

Sofitel is linked to the north terminal at Gatwick airport by a covered walkway; two minutes on foot will get you to the terminal. There isn’t a more convenient place to stay.   Arranged around a central atrium, many of the 500-odd rooms look over the runway. It’s an airport hotel, so a slightly corporate

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St James’ Guest Lodge, Durban
St James’ Guest Lodge, Durban

St James’ Guest Lodge, Durban is remodelled from an Edwardian house, so the large proportions and high ceilings give it an air of grandeur. Some of the period features, such as leaded light windows have been retained. With only 16 rooms, it’s friendly, welcoming and spotlessly clean. Situated in a suburban area of Durban, I

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The Wolseley Cafe, Piccadilly, London
The Wolseley Cafe, Piccadilly, London

Centrally placed in Piccadilly, this upmarket café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.  Situated in a former luxury car showroom – hence the name – it was for 70 years a bank serving the nearby residents of Mayfair, before turning into this delightful, if sometimes noisy eating place.   With tiled black and white floors, high

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