Europe Travel Guide | Page 9 of 14 | Mrs. O Around the World

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Europe

A luxury weekend in Rome

FIRST POSTED: 16th December 2013 | LAST UPDATED: 18th January 2021

I was excited to go back to Rome, very excited. Why? Because my readers decided that it was where I should go and spend the 100,000 Starpoints that American Express and Starwood really wanted me to use over a weekend. And I walked, shopped, ate until I could no more. Want to join me?

One of the most tasteful refurbishments I have encountered

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My hOtel: a review Hotel Villa Magna, Madrid, Spain

FIRST POSTED: 29th November 2013 | LAST UPDATED: 15th July 2019

Madrid Luxury Hotel: a review of Hotel Villa Magna in Madrid If I had to choose very few words to describe the Hotel Villa Magna, in Madrid, they would…

The Corinthia London, a new landmark

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My hOtel: Corinthia London

FIRST POSTED: 13th November 2013 | LAST UPDATED: 21st January 2020

The Corinthia London, in Whitehall, not far from Trafalgar Square, had been on my list for a while. And good things come to those who wait.

The stylish Kensington Hotel in London

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My hOtel: a review of The Kensington Hotel, London

FIRST POSTED: 21st October 2013 | LAST UPDATED: 15th July 2019

Regal but ravishing have been words used to describe The Kensington Hotel. Add an Irish accent (which makes me weak in the knees), understated luxury and room rates from under £200 – this is what I call a hidden gem in London.

Lisbon is a pretty city, it really is!

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Lisbon Holidays: a perfect weekend in Lisbon

FIRST POSTED: 3rd October 2013 | LAST UPDATED: 15th July 2019

I missed Lisbon so much – not just the city and the way of life, the light and the food. I missed my family and friends too. And obviously missed the sun.

The One Aldwych in London

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My hOtel: One Aldwych, London

FIRST POSTED: 25th September 2013 | LAST UPDATED: 16th July 2015

Without a doubt, one of London’s most stylish hotels.

I think Henley-on-Thames is so so so pretty

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A Perfect Day in Henley-on-Thames – Things to Do During Your Visit

FIRST POSTED: 13th September 2013 | LAST UPDATED: 11th December 2018

Henley-on-Thames, one hour from London, is the place I now call home and one of my favourite places in the world.

Yes, the pool was all mine. And the views...

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My secret place: Herdade do Vau, Alentejo, Portugal

FIRST POSTED: 9th September 2013 | LAST UPDATED: 4th June 2017

Herdade do Vau, near Serpa in Alentejo, Portugal may seriously become one of Mrs. O’s secret hideaways and family traditions.

Bottles of champagne mature slowly and gracefully in the cool chalk cellars deep underground

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Europe

A Beginner’s Guide to Champagne

FIRST POSTED: 6th September 2013 | LAST UPDATED: 19th June 2019

What is champagne? How should you drink it? When and how? Jayne Powell (aka Champagne Jayne) provides a uniquely rich yet accessible introduction to the world’s most enigmatic wine.

The Sofitel London St. James

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My hOtel: Sofitel London St James

FIRST POSTED: 3rd September 2013 | LAST UPDATED: 11th December 2020

My review of the Sofitel London St James – A London classic, with a sexy French twist.

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