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Great English wines for the holidays recommended by Sam Weatherill, award-winning sommelier at Etch
One of the top sommeliers in the UK, Sam Weatherill, shares his favourite selections of English wines for holiday feasts.
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Five Glasgow hotels for every kind of traveller
From solo stays to glamourous packages, here are five Glasgow hotels and accommodations that suit the needs of any traveller. For a glam getaway … House of Gods The first thing you notice when you enter the House of Gods is the giant, sparkling disco ball above your head. This glam-themed hotel opened in Glasgow’s Merchant City earlier this year and offers various “Rockstar” packages that spoil guests with welcoming Prosecco bottles, chocolate boxes (courtesy of Hotel Chocolat), complimentary bar tabs, late check-ins and even an emergency, late-night milk-and-cookies service. Because why the hell not? Aside from the warm-gold chandeliers and light sneaking through the wooden window shutters, the lobby’s…
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etch. by Steven Edwards proves that quality food and affordability can coexist
From fine, marbled meats to organic, sustainable produce, we know that fine dining costs, but quality and affordability is possible, and chef Steven Edwards nails it in his Brighton & Hove restaurant, etch.
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Coffee shops in Glasgow to enable your caffeine addiction
From classic flat whites to intricate pour-overs, when it comes to independent cafes, Glasgow isn’t slackin’. Here are six coffee shops in Glasgow to help you get your brew on! Off The Rails Off The Rails is a candy-coloured cafe just opposite Glasgow’s Queen Street Station. Serving up breakfast and lunch sandwiches, pastries and some damn good coffee, this is a great stop to caffeinated and catch up on some work, whether it’s the start of your journey or the final destination. I had a couple of hours to kill before my train, so I ordered an oat latte and – since Glasgow gave me sweet New York nostalgia –…
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If you love the outdoors, Warner’s Distillery’s ‘Taste Of Nature’ Tour is a one of a kind experience
If you’re a lover of all things cocktails and countryside, put Warner’s Distillery’s Taste of Nature Tour at the top of your summer bucket list. Warner’s Distillery is a gin distillery nestled in the Harrington countryside in Northamptonshire, about a 15-minute cab ride from Kettering Station. It’s 16 acres of verdant, botanical beauty with three gardens, vast farmland and friendly, mooing and baaing farm dwellers. I’ve never been a gin drinker. My Mexican blood runs tequila silver, but the email for Warner’s caught my eye. This was different than the repetitive look-arounds of rooms with copper containers and spirit flights that I’d never buy. I was actually interested. I’ve never…
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Great food and greater hikes – welcome to Keswick
I read a travel magazine article that suggested skipping Keswick when visiting the Lake District, but I disagree.
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Sweet, sweet Treorchy
Treorchy is a fucking treat. Did I expect to go there? No. Have I even heard of the Welsh town before arriving? Not exactly.
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Experience the English countryside with Forest View Glamping
Tucked away from the narrow, winding roads and rolling hills of the English countryside is the quirkiest and most colorful Airbnb in the county of Dorset, feast your eyes on the Marrakesh Yurt.
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Exploring England’s Brighton and Hove
As far as English destinations go, none other is like the City of Brighton and Hove. The seaside town in East Sussex is vibrant, friendly, and filled with culture - old and new. And only less than 50 miles south of London, it's no wonder Brighton and Hove is one of the most beloved getaways in England.
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10 unique bars in London you have to visit
What's a better way to enjoy your London visit than by going out for a pint? Bars and pubs are a staple in the U.K, and the best part is that there are dozens of great spots to try all around the city. Here are 10 of my favorite places in London for a quality drink and experience.
