There is nothing like strolling around the British countryside and taking in some fresh air, add a forest to the walk and you are in for a magical time. Watching my little one walk through a forest for the first time certainly brought big smiles to both our faces, although an abundance of wonderful green […]
Category Archives: Escape London
July
15
ESCAPE LONDON – Step back into Shakespeare’s history at the Mercure Hotel in Stratford Upon Avon
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Stratford Upon Avon is a picture perfect town which is rich in history and looks like is has hardly changed in years. This quaint town is full of bars, shops and restaurants making it perfect to visit for a weekend and only a two-hour drive from London via pretty countryside fields. The Mercure Shakespeare Hotel […]
June
26
ESCAPE LONDON- A world cup British afternoon tea
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To celebrate the World Cup and cheer on England, SIX Brasserie (www.sixcambridge.co.uk), The Varsity Hotel & Spa’s (www.thevarsityhotel.co.uk) panoramic Bar and Brasserie, has launched a limited edition World Cup inspired afternoon tea. The limited edition white lamington cheesecake with passionfruit and crumble base, featuring a football balloon on the top, will be available as part of SIX’s traditional afternoon tea offering, […]
June
08
ESCAPE LONDON – Reading’s hidden waterside gem, the Bel and Dragon
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The Bel and Dragon sounds like a pub, but it is a stunning bar and restaurant with an adjacent floating private restaurant that is perfect for weddings, and a beautiful cobbled outside dining area. The building used to be a biscuit factory, which left it with very high ceilings and plenty of glamour. This lovely […]
April
26
LIFESTYLE – Protect yourself from Malaria
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How to Protect Yourself Naturally from Zika and Malaria when Holidaying Abroad A staggering 74% of people don’t bring insect repellent with them when they travel abroad, according to the Bug life website [1]. If you’re holidaying or travelling to warmer climes this summer, the best way to protect yourself is to use an insect […]
April
06
ESCAPE LONDON AND VISIT EUROPE – Be the first one on the slopes
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As anyone who regularly goes skiing will tell you, there is so much more to the winter holiday than the sport itself. From the fresh mountain air and stunning views to the Apres ski, live music and alpine restaurants, you can have a perfectly fulfilling break without even setting ski or snowboard on the slopes. […]
January
31
ESCAPE LONDON – Escape to Ubud in Bali
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Upon arrival in SenS we were immediately greeted with smiling faces, offers to take our bags and herbal tea. After a bumpy ride in the taxi, this hotel seemed like a burst of luxury amid the bustling urban centre of Ubud. Our cosy room was equipped with everything we could possibly need during our stay, […]
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