Europe and Middle East

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The Caledonian Canal meets Loch Ness. Picture Visit Scotland and Kenny Lam.

Self-drive cruising along the Caledonian Canal

Deprived by the Covid crisis of an annual trip to his ancestral home in Ireland, James Ruddy heads for Scotland’s Caledonian Canal in search of Celtic craic and stunning natural beauty.

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Searcys at The Gherkin

Andy Mossack eats in the rarefied atmosphere of Searcys at the Gherkin, an iconic venue in the heart of the City of London.

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Mountain Food in Megève, France

Rupert Parker gets a taste of the mountains at the Toquisimes Food Festival

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Hampton Manor. A captivating restaurant with rooms near Solihull

Michael Edwards reviews Hampton Manor’s new Country House Party concept.

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Exploring Gibraltar

Rupert Parker re-visits Gibraltar and finds a once tired old lady has a new spring in her step.

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Romulo Café & Restaurant, London

Andy Mossack reviews Kensington’s Romulo Café & Restaurant, bringing the taste of home-inspired Filipino cuisine from Manilla to London.

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