January 2020 - Page 2 of 2 - Our Man On The Ground Travel and Lifestyle

South Africa

Take The Slow Train Through South Africa With Rovos Rail

January 12, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Rovos Rail recreates the golden age of travel on a journey where style matters more than speed As I gaze out of the window an announcement on the PA system interrupts my thoughts. “This is […]

Japan

Japan – Ancient, Modern Day and Timeless

January 11, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Start by looking down. Certainly that was my experience on arriving in Tokyo. From the Shibuya Sky Observatory on the 45th floor I spied the famous zebra crossings and the new Olympic Stadium. Following the […]

Lifestyle

Keeping Festive Fit – Yokkao Apex Leopard Boxing Gloves

January 10, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Usually the Christmas break is a time to eat, drink and be merry… and return to the office in the New Year with a slightly larger waistline. Whilst I plan on thoroughly enjoying the festivities, […]

Croatia

Palace Elisabeth – Hvar Heritage Hotel

January 9, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Hvar has always been the most charismatic island in Croatia. Although it is often labelled as a party island, it really is so much more. For a start, it is a favourite destination for people […]

France

The Nocturnal Glamour Of Villa Ephrussi De Rothschild

January 8, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Some people believe the more one travels, the more it takes to dazzle and inspire. Reader: they’re wrong. I’ve been globetrotting professionally for more than two decades and continue to experience things that take my […]

California

Delphine Eatery and Bar

January 7, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 38

Within the W Hollywood, beneath massive flanked ceiling fans, on muted blue Mediterranean tiled flooring, sits Delphine. A marble bar, a trio of tufted booths, a library on one wall, a wall of libations on […]

Cruises

Getting Into The Spirit Of Things On Saga’s All-New Cruise Ship Spirit Of Discovery

January 6, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Swans, spud pies and sparkling spa treatments are all part of a voyage of discovery There’s a first time for everything and, as I settled down on a crunching bed of warm amber and quartz […]

Rent Hertz High-Performance Chevrolet Camaros

January 4, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

Have you ever wanted to rent a car that’s a little bit different than the run of the mill rental cars you can pick up when arriving at an airport? After all you’re going to […]

Events

London’s New Year’s Day Parade 2020

January 3, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

On Wednesday, London’s 34th annual New Year’s Day Parade and Festival took to the streets of the nation’s capital at midday, filled with thousands of performers and colourful floats from around the world, made up […]

Portugal

Where To Eat And Sleep In Lisbon

January 2, 2020 Our Man On The Ground 0

It is hard to believe that beautiful beaches, lively night life, enticing cuisine, fascinating history, a superb art scene and 290 days of annual sunshine is all accessible within one small European city, but Lisbon […]

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Month: January 2020