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Singita Game Reserves

The balance of hospitality, conservation and community is what sets Singita apart, and has been at our core from the very beginning. Since the early1900s, when the Bailes family first had the vision of what is Singita today, we have been able to share a unique part of the world in a manner which is highly respectful of the natural environment.

The Oberoi Udaivilas overview

Conceived as a traditional Indian palace, The Oberoi Udaivilas showcases the rich heritage of the Mewar region of Rajasthan with its rambling courtyards, gentle rippling fountains, reflecting pools and verdant gardens. Grand architecture inspired by the palaces of Rajasthan present a picture of majesty resplendent with pavilions and domes that lead you to a journey of discovery. Interiors embellis...

50 Best Romantic Getaways

If love is a many-splendored thing—a multifaceted, kaleidoscopic experience that’s different for every couple—then so is the romantic vacation. There are almost as many definitions for a “great couples’ getaway”...

London's Best Retro Spots

From Fitzrovia to Covent Garden, London is embracing its charming—and sometimes cheeky—past. Every era, from the roaring ‘20s to the swinging ‘60s, is represented, with new takes on old-fashioned locales: chip and sweets shops...

How to Fly Coach in Comfort

Welcome to seat 22B. You’re wedged between a chatty couple, your seat won’t recline because you’re against the bathroom wall, your personal air nozzle and seat light are both broken, and the overhead bins were already full when you arrived. You read...

The Caribbean's Hottest New Hotels

Caribbean hotels have always been a reliable standby for tranquility, crystal-clear ocean views, and amazing beaches. But now, many of the tropical islands are seeing fresher, chicer hotels sprouting up, bringing a new level of luxury to the entire region...

Great Affordable City Hotels

What would you expect to pay for accommodations in a palatial, elegantly decorated suite in one of London’s most famously posh neighborhoods? One that occupies...

Consumers' mood improves slightly in January

Consumer confidence rose to a four-month high in January, helped by optimism that President Barack Obama's new administration might bring relief from a year-long recession, a survey showed on Friday.

Rules of engagement

Listening to your consumer isn’t going to cut it anymore. These days, firms need to engage, interact and connect with their customers on a deeper, more meaningful level if they’re going to survive the economic downturn.

‘A trust crisis’

Trust is a vital element in financial decision-making, whether one is turning a check over to a banker or asking a broker for investment advice.

Recruiting Kids to Sell the Brand

A new book highlights the effects on consumerism on children and raises questions and objections to research firms which recruit kids to test products, and to sell them in return for incentives.

Will unity government finally come to Zimbabwe?

It's been nearly five months since a power sharing deal was signed between the Zimbabwe ruling party and the opposition in September, but until now none of it has been carried through. On Friday the opposition agreed to join a unity government with Robert Mugabe's ruling ZANUPF party -- this is looking positive again -- the big question however is; will the deal be carried out this time?

Google Earth maps a marijuana plantation

Google Earth, the extremely popular free satellite mapping software was used as a mapping device by Swiss authorities who announced today that they had found a large marijuana plantation while using it.

Drew Peterson and Fiancée call it quits

Ex-cop Drew Peterson's Fiancée, Christina Raines has moved out and gave back the engagement ring and cell phone he bought her, calling Peterson a liar after watching the show, ABCNews.com reported.

American Lindsey Vonn wins World cup

Beating hometown favourite Maria Riesch, American lindsey Vonn won a women's World Cup slalom to extend her overall lead in the standings over the German.

EA Need for Speed now in 3 flavored options

This is year EA plans to publish three flavored options for Need for Speed games. Need for Speed SHIFT, Need for Speed NITRO and Need for Speed World Online, respectively are scheduled for release during 2009, with the latest debuting in winter.

Economic cushion now could deepen crisis later

Economic activity fell the most since 1982 at the end of last year but it was not as bad as expected as unsold goods from private businesses grew, raising concerns that higher inventories now may result in a steeper slowdown in the coming months.

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