Tag Archives: New York

January 04

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – The Yotel New York City, Modern, Central and Great Service

I jumped at the chance of a weekend in NYC at Christmas. The Yotel seemed the perfect base for sight-seeing and exploring NYC and all that it has to offer. The website suggested a modern, hotel, with the wow factor, and they were not short of promising this. So was I disappointed? absolutely NOT! The […]

March 02

ESCAPE LONDON & VISIT AMERICA – A new hotel for Brooklyn

The William Vale, the 21-story luxury boutique hotel nestled in New York City’s Brooklyn borough, today announces that guests can officially book their stay for its grand opening. Guests who book now will receive a special grand opening rate for rooms available as early as June 2016. The hotel will feature 183 rooms and soar […]

August 25

LIFESTYLE – Brit on the Boulevard

I love to check off major world events and happenings – award shows, festivals, cultural occasions.  Maybe it’s bragging rights, the accomplishment, the satisfaction of “been there done that” or equally just to see what all the fuss is about.  This Spring, the fuss was about blossom. Companies shut down, thousands go on holidays, hotel […]

December 20

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – Superb dining at The Tavern on The Green, New York

Situated on the Upper West Side in the heart of Central Park, this again is a must for tourists, who are not travelling on a student allowance. At an average of $17 a starter and $28 for the main course, it wouldn’t suit everyone’s budget. However, as the saying goes ”You get what you pay for” and […]

December 20

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – have a luxurious brunch at the Waldorf Astoria, New York

It’s a cliche but true, there’s no place quite like New York at Christmas time.  New Yorkers love their Sunday brunch and the Astoria has been boasting one of the best for several decades now. The beautiful, historic building situated on Midtown Park Avenue is impressive from both outside and in. There is a certain […]

December 20

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – Spoil yourself in the heart of New York at the Kitano Hotel

The boutique hotel Kitano in New York is situated a stones throw from the Empire State Building and in central Manhattan. Before you even step inside the stunning hotel, you are greeted by the porter at the door and this is just where the excellent service begins. The receptionists are very friendly and are sure […]

December 27

Micah Jesse’s Holiday Party, New York, 17th December, 2013

#HeartLondon popped across the pond for a cool festive holiday party and were greeted by the glowing host Micah Jesse, who was dressed immaculately in Guess. Micah welcomed Petra Bryant and myself with a wonderful catching smile.  Godiva provided delicious and tempting chocolates and the champagne was flowing. Photo: Micah Jesse and Petra Bryant Beautiful […]