Let’s hear it for the ‘crusties’ – The Spear’s view on climate change
Money makes the world go round, and nothing will curb carbon emissions quite like starving it of the money it…
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Inside the latest issue of Spear’s: 5 Hertford Street, the inaugural luxury index and more
The latest issue of Spear’s is an embarrassment of riches, covering the best in luxury, as well as everything from…
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Operation Valkyrie descendent continues to fight ‘Nazi expropriation’
On the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, Friedrich zu Solms-Baruth explains why he is still waging…
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A journey into Italy’s mythical Egadi islands – ‘There’s been a rebirth’
Ancient mythology and the ghosts of a now-dormant fishing industry bring the mystical Egadi islands alive, writes Sillvia Marchetti ‘Forget…
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Grace Hotel, Mykonos review: ‘All air and light and warmth’
Christopher Jackson visits Mykonos – and finds a gem of a boutique hotel just before the season starts Mykonos is…
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Education and Property: How to find the right fit
When it comes to property and education – it’s all about finding the proper fit, write Hannah Aykroyd and Richard…
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Nihi Sumba: The Indonesian island that ‘stays with you long after you’ve left’
You’ll come for the luxury – but it’s the big heart of this Indonesian retreat that makes Nihi Sumba unforgettable,…
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Les Platanes review: A very welcome French bistro in Mayfair
This new contemporary French Bistro will more than satisfy fine and casual diners alike, writes Arun Kakar Bruton’s Place is…
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PPFM: What to see, read, buy and do in November
Pinch Punch First of the Month: From cinema to books, art and eating out, this is the Spear’s guide to…
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Stars align for the Mayfair Literary Festival
Claridges, the Connaught and the London Library, are among the venues celebrating Mayfair’s cultural history this Autumn, writes Hugo Inkson…
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Château du Grand-Lucé hotel review: ‘Chic is thrust to the fore’
Andrew Harris heads to the Loire Valley and discovers that the meticulous renovation of Château du Grand-Lucé is neither staid…
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How your gardens could provide grounds for lower tax rates
The question of ‘gardens and grounds’ can have a substantial impact on tax liability upon estate purchase and sale, writes…
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Why medispas are taking over the world of wellness
Medispas have melded the worlds of medicine and spas to create enviable all-round wellness centres, writes Jo Foley Medispa is…
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Laurence Geller: How I became a serial philanthropist
British-born real estate investor Laurence Geller on how he became a ‘serial philanthropist’ Interview by Rasika Sittamparam I made my…
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UK art exports jump amid ‘weak sterling’
New research from Boodle Hatfield has found that the UK’s art exports are surging as Brexit comes to bear, writes…
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Clive Aslet: What Modern architects have in common with Classicists
The best Modern architects seem to share the same values of human scale and local distinctiveness as the Classicists, writes…
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Jonathan Ray: Why a good Riesling is hard to beat
Whether it’s from Alsace, Germany or even the New World, a good Riesling is very hard to beat, writes Jonathan…
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The problem with the ‘Golden Visa’
The government have suggested an independent audit for all ‘Golden Visas’, but that may not be necessary, writes Philip Barth…
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Everything you need to know about the Dormant Accounts Scheme
Dormant accounts seem to represent the closest thing to a ‘free money tree’ that charities could wish for, but they…
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MERIDIAN ADVENTURE SAIL LAUNCHES PRIVATE EXPLORERS CLUB
Meridian Adventure SAIL (sail.meridianadventures.com) is a new, ultra-exclusive private explorers club creating tailor-made and meaningful voyages in the world’s most…
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