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New York: The Peninsula

By Lucy Thackray, Thursday, May 9, 2013

For classic New York charm in a prime location, Fifth Avenue's Peninsula hotel is a slice of heaven in the heart of the city, says Lucy Thackray

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Video: Sound City trailer

By Lucy Thackray, Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Foo Fighters drummer Dave Grohl has directed a film about the Sound City recording studio in the San Fernando Valley, where bands like Fleetwood Mac and Metallica honed their sound

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New York: The Carlyle

By Lucy Thackray, Thursday, April 25, 2013

If you're going to New York for glamour, gloss and cracking views, all in the plushest of surroundings, look no further than The Carlyle, says Lucy Thackray

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New York: Mandarin Oriental hotel

By Andrew Hankinson, Monday, April 8, 2013

Towering over the streets of Manhattan and with stunning views of the river and park, the Mandarin Oriental is just what staying in a New York hotel should be, says Andrew Hankinson

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Florida's wildlife, theme parks and beaches

By Ianthe Butt, Monday, April 8, 2013

Searching for America's largest subtropical wilderness? Brace yourself... it's in Florida along with ‘mermaids' and hot art. Ianthe Butt finds there's more to the Sunshine State than Mickey and his mates

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New York: W New York - Downtown

By Andrew Hankinson, Tuesday, April 2, 2013

In a part of town you might not normally associate with luxury hotels, the wonderful W is a breath of fresh air in a great location, says Andrew Hankinson

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