Review: Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa, Johannesburg
Rich in South Africa’s recent history, Johannesburg’s Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa is the ideal place for business, pleasure and…
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The best private schools
Private schools have produced some of the country’s most influential and recognised names. But it becomes difficult to pick out…
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Good vibrations at Goodwood Revival
Spear’s heads to Goodwood Revival in West Sussex to soak up the good cheer and great cars of pre-1960’s Britain…
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Discovering the portraits of Oswald Birley
Robin Birley is about to revive his grandfather’s greatest masterpieces at Philip Mould & Co, writes William Cash In the…
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Best law schools in the world
Choosing which law school to apply to is a big step for any aspiring lawyer. From schools with the best…
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Review: Meraki, Fitzrovia
Spear’s checks out the new Greek restaurant from Arjun and Peter Waney – famed for The Arts Club, Zuma and…
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Why ‘an heir and two spares’ is just what Britain needs
News this week that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting their third child is cause for celebration for…
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On Mulberry and Burberry’s route to recovery
Is the famine over for iconic British brands Mulberry and Burberry, asks Lucia Van der Post It’s no secret that…
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Why the war on independent schools is unwarranted
Our independent schools face constant political pressure but remain a shining example of global British success, writes Christopher Silvester With…
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Culinary adventures on Canada’s Atlantic coast
From fine wining and dining on the bed of the ocean to fishing for rare sturgeon, Canada’s Atlantic coast has…
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Review: Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Paris
Awash with a celebration of haute-couture style documented in an Instagram induced frenzy, it’s easy to see why Hôtel Plaza…
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Review: Core, Notting Hill
Clare Smyth has just opened her new restaurant and she has a mission to place the vegetable centre stage, writes…
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The best libraries in the world
From stunning interiors and innovative architecture to rare book collections, our round-up of some of the world’s most beautiful libraries…
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The artist who earned his stripes
Sean Scully doesn’t shy away from pouring his eventful life into his abstract works. Just don’t expect to see them…
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Kyoto travels: discovering the blossoming taste of Japan
Amid the natural and cultural treats of historic Kyoto lies an abundance of top-quality restaurants, writes Zakari Smith Japan’s ancient…
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Meet the mentors of the super rich
Extreme wealth doesn’t guarantee happiness – in fact, it can make it even more elusive. Spear’s meets a variety of…
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How the anti-money laundering reform might affect art dealers
If you are a high value dealer your business might be caught by the latest anti-money laundering reforms, write Petra…
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The economics (and madness) of polo
Beyond the obvious ‘moreishness’ of polo lies a certain madness among its HNW patrons, writes Sam Leith Polo. You’ve sniffed…
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Review: Mrs Orwell
Mrs Orwell, starring Cressida Bonas, sheds a grim yet poignant light on the final days of George Orwell, writes Emelia…
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Review — Al Gore’s An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power
Al Gore’s insightful sequel to the Oscar-winning documentary doesn’t have the same impact as its predecessor, but it offers a…
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