Tag: 5*****
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Black Tap Review: Burgers & Cocktails – The new Champagne and Caviar
Opulence, once the reserve of caviar and Champagne, now seems more accurately embodied by a burger stacked so high it could double as a skyscraper. At least, that’s how I felt standing in front of Black Tap in Abu Dhabi, considering the mounting tower of melted cheese, crispy onions, and whatever “award-winning” accolade they’ve slapped…
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Australasia review: One of those special places
Manchester is one of those cities that you walk into and feel, not just see. It has a pulse, a buzz, a kind of gritty glamour that most cities only wish they could fake. It has an energy, an identity that makes it thrilling just to be there, like you’ve stepped into a world that’s…
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KIBOU Review: Refreshingly elegant
Stepping into KIBOU Japanese restaurant in Clifton is like stepping into a vivid daydream conjured by the most inspired of culinary minds. It is, quite simply, now firmly my favourite place in Bristol. The food is very, very good. No, scratch that. The food is so delectable it borders on divine. Start with the soft…
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Up, Up, and Away: The Magic of the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta
In a world where events often feel like they’re churned out on a conveyor belt of mediocrity—each one more predictable than the last—the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is the glorious exception. Held every August at the sprawling Ashton Court Estate, this isn’t just another date on the city’s calendar. It’s a spectacle, a piece of…
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Jin Bo Law Review
Now, I’m not typically one for ultra-stylish bars. I prefer a place with a bit more grit, a bit more history embedded in the walls. But let me tell you, Jin Bo Law in Aldgate has completely won me over. First, let’s talk about the view. Bars perched atop buildings are a new phenomenon for…
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Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi: A Polished Gem in the Capital’s Crown
Having spent many a languorous afternoon lounging in the lavish embrace of the Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, we approached the Grand Hyatt with a sense of guarded optimism. Surely, we mused, it couldn’t quite match the almost celestial heights of its sibling? Yet, while the Grand Hyatt may not occupy the same stratosphere, it shares…
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Bisma Eight Hotel – Ubud
Tucked away in the lush, vibrant heart of Ubud, Bali, Bisma Eight stands as a paragon of what a high-end boutique hotel should be. But let me tell you, it’s the kind of place that doesn’t just house you during your stay—it elevates your entire experience of Bali. Upon arrival, it’s clear that Bisma Eight…
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Mandarin Oriental Jakarta – Divine Intervention
After a grueling 18-hour journey, stepping into the Mandarin Oriental Jakarta feels like a divine intervention. This sanctuary in the heart of the sprawling metropolis is precisely what weary travelers need to revive their spirits. The location is unbeatable, right in the throbbing core of Jakarta. From the moment you arrive, the level of service…
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