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A spa and a Michelin star – Rockliffe Hall hotel, Darlington

Rating: 2

December 19th 2011

If you’re a foodie, spa lover or golf fanatic Rockliffe Hall hotel near Darlington could be right up your street. Karen Bowerman went to visit.

Mini breaks: Saltburn by the Sea

Rating: 2

November 1st 2011

Saltburn by the Sea - Britain's little known seaside resort, where little has changed since Victorian times. Karen Bowerman reports

Mini breaks: InterContinental Park Lane Hotel, London

Rating: 2

November 1st 2011

Karen Bowerman visits the InterContinental Park Lane Hotel - and begins at the hotel's new gin-based cocktail bar

Looking ahead to Christmas: the InterContinental Park Lane Hotel, London

Rating: 3

October 27th 2011

With Christmas fast approaching, Karen Bowerman visited the InterContinental Park Lane hotel, London, for an early taste of how it’ll be celebrating the festive season

Vale do Lobo Algarve - Pure Gold On Ocean Drive

Rating: 3

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October 25th 2011

Few golf resorts in Europe can be on the verge of celebrating their golden anniversary except Vale do Lobo, the first ever development of its kind to be created in the Algarve.

A visit to Wallett's Court Country House Hotel and Spa

Rating: 2

September 14th 2011

Holiday over and in need of a bit of an uplift? Head for Wallett’s Court four-star country house hotel and spa in the heart of White Cliffs country for just the mini break you need

Waterborne Ferraris :Thundercat racing, Hartlepool Marina

Rating: 3

September 12th 2011

They look like dinghies but have a power to weight ratio that exceeds a Ferrari. Karen Bowerman realised she should never trust appearances when she tried Thundercat racing at Hartlepool Marina...

Le weekend in Rennes

Rating: 2

August 30th 2011

A weekend of fine food and sightseeing in the municipal capital of Brittany.

Luxury as standard at the Grosvenor Square Hotel

Rating: 2

August 4th 2011

A destination hotel where your stay is a holiday in its own right, the London Grosvenor Square Hotel is a luxurious delight, as Richard Young discovers.

The Lakeland's top hotels for a summer break

Rating: 3

July 29th 2011

If you are looking for a luxurious Lakeland break, then you are spoiled for choice. Here is a selection of some of the best

Pitch perfect: Outwell's top tents

Rating: 2

July 22nd 2011

Camping is cool again, but what does one look for in a tent? Camping expert Clive Garrett gives us the run down of leading brand Outwell’s top tents

Short Breaks - Lisbon

Rating: 3

July 9th 2011

Janet Reeder imbibes cafe culture of the Portuguese capital Pictures: Paul Morgans

Short Break - Waterhead Hotel, Ambleside

Rating: 3

July 4th 2011

A Lake District hotel not only allows you to create your own room, but you can even choose your own pillow. Roger Borrell gave it a try

Irish odyssey

Rating: 3

June 30th 2011

Sally Thurston enjoys her first trip to Ireland… and now she’ll be going back!

On holiday at Heathrow Airport- Review

Rating: 2

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June 30th 2011

As she flew into Heathrow Karen Bowerman gave in to last minute whim. She booked herself a couple of extra days away – at an airport hotel - and was pleasantly surprised to discover you can still have a weekend break close to the runway...

The Midland Hotel - a true Manchester icon

Rating: 3

June 10th 2011

The iconic Midland Hotel is one of the most famous landmark hotels in Manchester. Situated in the heart of the cosmopolitan city, The Midland effortlessly mixes decadent glamour with 21st century sophistication.

Glastonbury Festival - in comfort

Rating: 2

June 8th 2011

There's not a broken tent and dodgy portaloo in sight

Classical elegance at The Royal Horseguards

Rating: 3

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May 18th 2011

Damion Roberts checks out an award-winning five star hotel in central London that has just undergone a £16million refurbishment

Short Break - Y Meirionnydd, Smithfield Square, Dolgellau, Gwynedd,

Rating: 3

May 14th 2011

A weekend away in this beautiful Welsh guest house ticks all the boxes for Kirsty Thompson

Short Break - The New Ellington, 23-25a York Place, Leeds.

Rating: 3

May 14th 2011

The north isn’t lagging in the fashion stakes when it comes to exotic drinks – especially at this boutique hotel. Barbara Waite reports