The scream is shrill and unexpected. It echoes across the almost empty restaurant, making the waiter jump. I drop a forkful of Arctic char into my lap. A young ... read more
The Danes are the happiest people on Earth. That’s what the latest World Happiness Report is telling us. And who are we to argue? After all, Danish fashion is... read more
Lisbon on the run: Dashing past São Jorge Castle and the Elevador de Santa Justa on an energetic new tour of Portugal’s capital A Lisbon hotel is now off... read more
‘This ice cream is amazing,’ says Stan, smiling from ear to ear, half his gelato smeared across his face in a broad sweep of strawberry and vanilla. I c... read more
An Inspector Calls: The Bedford Swan is the town’s ‘premier hotel’ – or so the website declares. This is not great news for Bedford The ... read more
My heart sinks when offered ‘unsurpassed service’. And nothing makes me more wary, and weary, than a glossy brochure pledging that ‘expectations will be e... read more
