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From Pole to Null – Warsaw, Krakow & InterContinentfail Park Lane: Part 4: Krakow – Castles and a Feast

We jumped on board a high speed Pendolino and headed for Krakow in the comfort of our first class seats. On arrival we stayed at the charming Hotel Indigo which was the perfect base to explore Krakow. We visited the St Mary’s Bascilica, Wawel Cathedral and Castle Grounds, took in some Jewish history, finishing the day with a Polish feast. Continue reading From Pole to Null – Warsaw, Krakow & InterContinentfail Park Lane: Part 4: Krakow – Castles and a Feast

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From Pole to Null – Warsaw, Krakow & InterContinentfail Park Lane: Part 3: Warsaw – Room With a View

We checked in to the Intercontinental Warsaw and were wowed with our upgrade to a room with a stunning view of the Palace of Technology and Science. For the rest of our time in Warsaw we spent a glorious Sunday in Lazienki Park with the sounds of Chopin in our ears whilst our eyes were overwhelmed with the pretty peacocks and palaces. In the evening we had some delicious street food, braved a series of fashion shoots at Poland’s highest pool before unwinding over drinks at the bar. Continue reading From Pole to Null – Warsaw, Krakow & InterContinentfail Park Lane: Part 3: Warsaw – Room With a View

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From Pole to Null – Warsaw, Krakow & InterContinentfail Park Lane: Part 2: Warsaw – Winning the Raffles

After an enjoyable flight we soon settled in to Poland’s most luxurious hotel; Raffles Europejski Warsaw. Perfectly located for exploring the historic old town we had an excellent one night stay. Continue reading From Pole to Null – Warsaw, Krakow & InterContinentfail Park Lane: Part 2: Warsaw – Winning the Raffles

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Finding A Silver Lining – Orléans and Paris Part 2: A Hint of Parisian Luxury

Emotionally drained we arrived in Paris. The autumnal sunshine slowly cleared our heads allowing the city to weave its magic spell on us. On our first day we enjoyed delicious food and wandered the canals of the Marais. On our second and final day we were inspired by art both new and familiar. It was good to be back in Paris, in fact it is always good to be back in Paris! Continue reading Finding A Silver Lining – Orléans and Paris Part 2: A Hint of Parisian Luxury

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A First Class Indian Adventure Part 6: Selling Sea Shells By The Shore Temple in Mamallapuram

For the next leg of our Indian adventure we flew from West to East, for a luxurious stay at the sleepy beach town of Mamallapuram with its stunning Shore Temple and exquisite stone carvings. Continue reading A First Class Indian Adventure Part 6: Selling Sea Shells By The Shore Temple in Mamallapuram

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A First Class Indian Adventure Part 2: An Executive Wake Up Call for the Markets of Mumbai

We arrived in Mumbai in the middle of the night and our gentle drive left us unprepared for what followed. Our short stay felt like like travelling through 150 years of history in just 24 hours: A luxurious gaze over the Queen’s Necklace from our spacious hotel suite gave way to the manual industry and thrift of Chor Bazaar, the Gothic Colonial past of Churchgate and its final retreat at the Gateway to India in Colaba. The decaying Art Deco Modernism of Marine Drive or a stroll by the green and brown tufted grass of the Oval Maiden. We realised we had barely scratched the surface and still found a city containing a multitude of surprises, beliefs and ways of life. Continue reading A First Class Indian Adventure Part 2: An Executive Wake Up Call for the Markets of Mumbai

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