We invite you to explore Jamaica through the lens of provenance, craft, and terroir, from world-renowned exports to under-the-radar artisanal movements, offering strong angles across food, drink, travel, and wellness. BLUE MOUNTAIN COFFEE: THE FULL STORY, AT THE SOURCE Craighton … Continue reading
by Avril O’Connor The vista is of grapevines which stretch as far as the eye can see. Only the buzzing sound of cicadas can be heard as the sun goes down amid the heat of the late afternoon. On the … Continue reading
The Jumeirah Hotel and Spa at Port Soller on the north-west coast of Mallorca is one of the most beautiful and luxurious resorts in Spain. And that view is shared by the spa experts at CondeNast Traveller, which shortlisted it … Continue reading
The islands that speckle Mozambique’s coastline are a welcome vision of paradise for every guest. Seamlessly blending in with the natural beauty that surrounds them, Bazaruto Island is an ideal destination for marine adventurers. Equally as breath taking as the … Continue reading
YOUR EXPERIENCE INCLUDES: Luxurious accommodation Full use of the Spa facilities, indoor pool, fitness centre and sauna gardens Complimentary Wi-Fi TERMS AND CONDITIONS Rates are based on two guests sharing one bedroom Rates include tax and are offered subject to … Continue reading
Every so often we visit a very special hotel and spa – the Vineyard at Newbury is one of those places. It’s because the people who work there go that extra mile to make their guests feel totally at home and every corridor is a living art gallery.
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by Avril O’Connor Butterflies in December, hillsides bursting with the brilliant red flowers of the poinsetta tree and sunshine so warm that you can sit outside and soak it up until early evening. That is Madeira in winter…the Portuguese island … Continue reading
This hotel is just pure class. Just like the world-renowned Eden Rock in Antibes, in the South of France, its pool is set on a striking rocky outcrop. The views are spectacular and its hard to believe that this tranquil … Continue reading
At Elixir we promote the anti-ageing properties of red wine – it is full of antioxidants, including resveratrol. And we thought the only way to sample the anti-ageing effects was to drink it! So you might perhaps understand my shock when I sampled vinotherapy for the first time.
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France is twice the size of Britain and has a population of just over 62m – a few thousand more than the UK – which is why there is so much more space to get away from the hustle and … Continue reading
Montreux, Switzerland: For decades, the rich, famous and powerful have come to the Swiss town of Clarens, on Lake Geneva, in search of the elixir of youth.
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One in three of us will suffer from some degree of insomnia in their lifetime. And it can cause a myriad of health issues including overweight and depression. In the UK our working day is longer that most of the … Continue reading
Charlie’s Angel actress Jaclyn Smith recently attended a red-carpet event with a glossy mane of extremely youthful-looking hair. How does she do it – she’s 68? Putting aside the fact that Jaclyn does have her own hair guru – what … Continue reading
A new food supplement containing a ‘super fibre’ that promises to help the overweight loose pounds by imitating the action of a gastric band, has been approved by European health regulators. Full & Slim which is now on sale at … Continue reading
One in three women diagnosed with breast cancer in England each year are aged 70 or over . This age group also accounts for more than half of all breast cancer deaths annually, latest figures reveal. These high-level figures have … Continue reading
A new thermometer which can take temperatures without having to prod and probe has been launched by Boots. Although its primarily aimed at sick children, it could also be useful for older adults who may be suffering a stressful illness. … Continue reading
Most fitness bootcamps have always sounded, to me, a bit like the ultimate public school experience. You pay a lot to get bullied, have teeth-chatering cold showers and at the end of the day get to sleep in a freezing … Continue reading
Women experiencing the menopause will recognise the uncomfortable symptoms that develop, including dry, itchy and less supple skin caused by the aging process which is accelerated during this time. But you don’t to have itchy, dried up skin. There are … Continue reading
London has the healthiest workers while Wales fares the worst, reveals a new UK health map based on data on a combination of lifestyle choices and clinical outcomes of nearly 10,000 employees across the country. The map, which has been … Continue reading
Gracing thousands of magazine covers, Cindy Crawford is also one the world’s most respected beauties, in particular because she had made minor facial imperfections a trademark of her natural look. Breathtakingly beautiful, Cindy leads a simple, healthy life and keeps … Continue reading
The theory behind the blood-type diet is false, according to new new research. The diet, based on Peter D’Adamo’s best-selling book Eat Right for your Type, claims that an individual’s nutritional needs vary by blood type. But researchers at the University … Continue reading
In a brand new series to Channel 4, inspirational role model Katie Piper uncovers the bizarre, shocking and hilarious stories of the nation’s beauty regrets. In the new series, Undo Me,due to air on Wednesday 5th February Katie interviews people … Continue reading
by Ruth Reilly In the past I had tried several ways to lose weight but struggled. I tried Weightwatchers and Slimming World but lost heart as progress seemed to be so slow. My motivation this time was my health. I … Continue reading
