Europe and Middle East

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The Walnut Tree. Abergavenny has never tasted so good.

The Walnut Tree is a shining example of how to deliver informal but truly outstanding dining. A worthy Michelin star performance from Shaun and his team..

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Cow and Wild Flowers

The Stubai Valley

Around 30 minutes from Innsbruck, the Tyrolean village of Nuestift makes a good base for exploring the Stubai Valley and its surroundings. Rupert Parker enjoys some Tyrolean hospitality.

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Mizpe Hayamim Hotel

It’s unusual to find a luxury hotel that is so self-sufficient, practically all the food it serves is produced on-site. Self sufficiency aside, Mizpe Hayamim Spa Hotel is perhaps one of the most enchanting hotels I’ve experienced.

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Royal Beach Tel Aviv. Enjoy great balcony views

It may have been built with business travellers in mind, but the Royal Beach Tel Aviv gives its leisure-oriented competitors lining the Med a run for their money.

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Ffestiniog Railway

Exploring North Wales by Rail

This area of Wales is home to probably the highest concentration of narrow and standard gauge steam train lines in the UK. Rupert Parker climbs aboard.

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Things have changed since I last stayed at 19-21 George Street. The former George Hotel is now The Principal Edinburgh and its facelift is looking good.

The Principal Edinburgh. Enjoy a luxurious stay in Georgian heritage.

Things have changed since I last stayed at 19-21 George Street. The former George Hotel is now The Principal Edinburgh and its facelift is looking good.

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