No self-respecting foodie would consider a visit to Lima complete without paying a visit to Astrid & Gaston. Husband and wife duo Gaston Acurio and Astrid Gutsche are widely credited in the …
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Hotels South AmericaHilton Lima Miraflores Hotel: Modern practicality in the best location
The Hilton Lima Miraflores was the first stop on our 3-week epic South America trip. For many years now the other Mr. Highlife and I have ignored the conventions of …
The Edit2017 travel planning and ending the year Highlife-style
With the holidays imminently upon us, once again it’s time for the other Mr. Highlife and I to pack our bags in preparation for our annual Christmas trip. For the last couple …
The EditHow to fly premium cabin at economy prices Highlife-style
Most frequent travellers will attest to this; once you fly premium cabin, it’s very hard to go back to coach – especially when travelling long-haul. To satiate my appetite for luxury …
The EditLuxury Travel News Vol 1 – New Hotel Openings
If you’re an intrepid luxury traveller who’s been there and done that, then perhaps you need to try one of these brand new properties. Providing a regular round-up of luxury …
Europe RestaurantsBarrafina Restaurant, London: Private dining at UK’s best
Years ago during a particularly festive Pride weekend, we found ourselves outside the original Barrafina in Soho, eying two stools at the counter about to be vacated. Never one to …
Europe RestaurantsPark Chinois Restaurant, London: Posh Chinese Extravagance
If you were to cross the sexy, opium-den ambiance of Janet Jackson’s 90’s music video ‘If‘, with the atmospheric mood of that most stylish of stylish films In the Mood for Love, …
Europe RestaurantsGauthier Soho Restaurant, London: No shortcomings to this dining experience
Most sane people lament over the amount of ‘junk’ that makes it’s way into their inbox. I am not one of those people. Even by average standards, I probably subscribe to an inordinate …
Europe HotelsAqua Blu Boutique Hotel & Spa, Kos: Glossy addition to Kos island
With so many challenging incidents happening across Europe, the other Mr. Highlife and I debated long and hard about how and where to spend our European summer holiday. Taking into …
Europe RestaurantsNew Street Grill Restaurant, London: For a satisfying dining experience
The immediate area surrounding Liverpool street has always offered a host of excellent eateries. Spending time at our South Place offices meant regular post-work outings to staple classics like Galvin …
Hotels Middle East and AfricaJordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa, Dead Sea: A place to relax and unwind
After what felt like an interminable winter, waiting for spring to arrive in London signalled by a turn in the weather can be the ultimate drag. Luckily when your sister lives in a …