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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Theres no disputing the fact that modern lifestyles are wreaking havoc on our eyes with eight-hour days spent staring at a computer screen, and intense air-conditioning, cigarette smoke and pollution adding to the issue, associated health problems such as … Continue reading
Houston: Watermelon produces an effect similar to that of Viagra, researchers say. A slice of the juicy red fruit contains citrulline, a substance that triggers a chemical reaction which relaxes the bodys blood vessels. Exactly the same reaction when a … Continue reading
London: A UK health investigation has revealed that 60% of women still dont examine the contents of their personal care products despite continued warnings about the health risks associated with the ingredients. Over three thousand women were quizzed by Bionsen … Continue reading
Tel Aviv: The Atkins Diet, high in protein and fat, is safer than a low-fat diet, a new study reveals. In a two-year trial dieters lost more on the low-carbohydrate regime than they did on a low-calorie diet. The Mediterranean … Continue reading
London: UK scientists who questioned nearly 9,800 people over the age of 50 about their lives and found women were more optimistic than men. Wealth also helps you live longer with the poorest people more than twice as likely to … Continue reading
London: To mark the 10th anniversary of Gut Week, which is taking place now until the 20th July, a new website has been launched urging people to get in touch with their digestive systems and look after their gut health. … Continue reading
London: Hairy legs are a top priority for British women – except if they are married, according to a new survey. Four out of five of those surveyed admitted that having hairy legs made them feel uncomfortable, unfeminine and unsexy; … Continue reading
New York: Men and women with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease who were more physically fit also had larger brains compared to those who failed to keep fit. Alzheimer’s and Memory Program at the Univesity of Kansas School of Medicine, are at … Continue reading
Tokyo: Supplements of coenzyme Q10 may boost physical performance and reduce feelings of tiredness associated with exercise, Japanese researchers have reported. Both fatigue and recovery time were decreased as a result of 300 milligrams of CoQ10 for eight days, according … Continue reading
Cosmetic dentist Nik Sisodia on the increasing evidence to link poor oral hygiene with heart disease, stroke and premature births Gum disease affects 70% of the population in varying degrees. In its mildest form, gingivitis, the tissues of the gum … Continue reading
London: Clinique has unveiled its new weapon in the war against anti-ageing, Superdefense SPF25 Age Defense Moisturizer. This latest version of Superdefense aims to help combat the internal, psychological stress that ages skin in a similar way as external stresses … Continue reading
Increasing numbers of people are failing to recognise they have a weight problem, according to new research published in the British Medical Journal online. It is well known that women often view themselves as too fat while men typically underestimate … Continue reading
