TUESDAY TRAVEL: FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY

Let's face it, we can't always leave the kids with Grandma, that's why we've compiled a list of some of the world's best hotels in top destinations, guaranteeing fun for all the family - happy kids, happy parents!

Denis Island, Seychelles

This private island is what dreams are made of, luscious greenery surrounds 25 open plan villas on the north-western tip of the island, these open onto white sandy beaches reaching out into a turquoise ocean. Families can either opt for the Family Cottage (two adults, two children) or the Beach Villa which offers the added luxury of its own private pool so that the little ones can splash around, whilst you have a well deserved tanning session. The island's wildlife is sure to be a hit with the kids, turtles nest on its beaches in October and November, it also has an enclosure of giant tortoises for little ones to ogle. 

Cape Weligama, Sri Lanka

This complex offers four-suite villas situated by a shallow pool supervised by swimming teachers so parents need not worry. Two sandy beaches are also nearby for days when parents are feeling adventurous, older children can try their hand at a variety of activities and water sports including a PADI accredited diving centre. With the children sorted, parents can head to the infinity pool overlooking the ocean and finish off the day with a family bike ride around the local temples and villages. 

Ocean View, Harbour Island, Bahamas

This island owned by Pip Simmons later taken over by his son Ben offers a variety of cottages for all guests, however Pip's cottage is recommended for families (based on children sleeping in the front room). This cottage features a fantastic claw-foot outdoor bath making bath time a bit less of a chore, finished with comfy floral sofas and minimal designs. Guests gather for meals in the main house, where little ones can help the chefs by donning an apron and decorating cookies. The island offers plenty of activities to fill the day such as paddle boarding, snorkelling and diving or one can simply lie back and enjoy the sun (with a cocktail or three).

Constance Le Prince Maurice, Mauritius

The Constance is a resort hotel framed by the Indian ocean and offers a variety of suites from beach front to lake edge options. It has many facilities including a free-form swimming pool and floating restaurant, all topped off with charming service taking care of all your family's needs, so that you can enjoy the sun.

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TUESDAY TRAVEL: LUXURY LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA

We're kicking off this week's Tuesday's Travel in Los Angeles, California. LA has always been a hot spot for luxury travel, with a hive of celebrity clientèle, it has attracted the world's top hotels and restaurants to its shores, securing it as one of the world's most glamorous destinations.

Hotels

Chateau Marmont
Sunset Boulevard, CA 90046

Considered by many as a Hollywood institution due to its long history of A list guests and its sought after location on Sunset Boulevard, Chateau Marmont offers a variety of rooms, suites and bungalows for its clients to enjoy. With all the facilities one would expect from a five star establishment (such as a fitness centre and pet amenities and inspired by blueprints of a French castle, Chateau Marmont has a history as spectacular as its architecture,


Four Seasons LA at Beverly Hills
South Doheny Drive, CA 90048

An outpost of the world-class Four Seasons Hotels, its name alone exudes the class and exclusivity that has surrounded these hotels for decades. A bastion of luxury travel, the Four Seasons LA has an endless list of facilities and amenities to ensure a relaxing and effortless break from reality. The hotel boasts an outdoor pool with a cafe and cabanas - the perfect way to lap up the Californian sun (whilst enjoying a cocktail of course!). It is also home to a spa offering a wide variety of treatments from Swedish Tissue Massage to foot reflexology.


The Beverly Hills Hotel
Sunset Boulevard, CA 90210

As part of the Dorchester Collection, offering luxury establishments worldwide, The Beverly Hills Hotel is no exception. Set in the coveted 90210 'zip code', the affectionately named 'Pink Palace' (due to its pink exterior) is surrounded by twelve acres of luscious tropical gardens. The outdoor pool offers private cabanas as well as a chance to dine at the acclaimed Cafe Cabana.


The Penninsula Beverly Hills
South Santa Monica Boulevard, CA 90212

Located minutes from the legendary Rodeo Drive and walking distance from Century City shopping centre, this hotel is the only Southern California hotel accredited with AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five Star Rating every year since 1993; when looking at the services and facilities offered it is plain to see why this is. Declaring itself the ultimate home-from-home, the hotel offers 16 private garden villas in a discreet residential setting (ideal from any camera shy celebs) among its 192 rooms and suites. You'll also find a sixty foot outdoor rooftop pool framed by private cabanas with breathtaking city views.

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Dining

Matsuhisa

La Cienega Boulevard, CA 90211

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's first, and often regarded as his best, restaurant has become a Californian institution. Serving some of the finest Japanese food in LA, described by some as 'Asian food from God', make sure to book a table early to be guaranteed a great night.

The Ivy

North Robertson Boulevard, CA 90048

A favourite among the stars, you're likely to recognise a few faces here from the big screen. Diners at The Ivy are offered a wide variety of dishes originating from America, Italy and other regions, ensuring all palates are pleased.







Yamashiro
North Sycamore Avenue, CA 90068

Yamashiro serves Cal-Asian cuisine with unrivalled views over Hollywood. Set high in the Hollywood Hills, this is the perfect destination for an evening of romance and cocktails packed with a punch.







CUT
Wilshire Boulevard, CA 90212

Wolfgang Puck's CUT at the Beverly Wilshire (A Four Seasons Hotel) is described as a simplistic steakhouse and is anything but. The interior design by Richard Meier (architect of the Getty Centre) and mastermind variations of the obvious classic steak and chips theme set Puck's restaurant a cut above the rest - no pun intended.




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Main Attractions

LA Gun Club

East 6th Street, CA 90021

A quintessentially American experience, the LA Gun Club is an indoor shooting range for anyone who's wanted to try their hand at target practice. Frequented by all, from law enforcers to law makers, this is a definite adrenaline rush.

Kinara Spa

North Robertson Boulevard, CA 90069

Skincare expert to the stars Olga Lorencin-Northrup's is the place to be right now. The beauty salon in West Hollywood provides treatments such as their trademark 'Red Carpet Facial', a combination of twelve separate treatments to leave guests ready for a glamorous night on the town.

Explore the City!

The sheer scale of LA offers fantastic freedom of choice, encompassing the neighbourhoods of Malibu, Bel Air, Hollywood and Downtown LA to name but a few. Burbank and Studio City speak for themselves, playing host to Disney, Universal and Warner Bros Studios with the chance for guided tours. Take in the sun and hit the shops in Santa Monica and Venice Beach - featured in countless Hollywood blockbusters!

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FRIDAY FEATURE: THIS YEAR'S WEST END WONDERS

Wondering how best to spend your stay in London? Then why not sit back and enjoy one of its fantastic plays or musicals (or both!). Visitors from all over the world come to London's West End throughout the year for a chance to see its phenomenal plays and musicals. We've put together a list of 2015's must see theatre productions in London's West End to make sure you don't miss out on the action.

The Twits

Royal Court Theatre, Tuesday 7th April - Saturday 30th March 2015

We're incredibly excited to see one of our favourite Roald Dahl creations take to the stage. One for all the family, coinciding perfectly with Easter half term, it's a brilliant excuse to get out and about with the kids!

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Bugsy Malone

Lyric Hammersmith, Saturday 11th April- Saturday 1st August 2015

Alan Parker's kid gangster flick hasn't been adapted for the stage for over a decade in the UK and The Lyric has set expectations high for this film adaptation. Running it for four months - as opposed to its usual three week production schedule, producers are gearing up expectant audiences for unmissable fun.

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Hamlet

Barbican Theatre, Wednesday 5th August - Saturday 31st October 2015

The age old Shakespearian play about the Danish Prince has had tongues wagging for months. Starring Britain's latest acting heartthrob, Benedict Cumberbatch, his faithful followers have caused tickets to sell like hotcakes! Luckily one hundred £10 tickets have been held back for each performance - crisis averted (we hope).

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A View from the Bridge

Wyndham's Theatre, Closes Saturday 11th April 2015

Arthur Miller's domestic tragedy comes to life once more with Ivo Van Hove at its helm. This play has been lauded by critics everywhere, consequently tickets are extremely limited, ending on April 11th - catch it while you can!

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Beautiful - The Carole King Musical

Aldwych Theatre, Until Wednesday 13th February 2016

Beautiful tells the previously untold story of Carole King's rise to fame, with Katie Brayben cast as lead role. Nominated for eight Olivier Awards, the show is already rocking the West End and will be running until February next year so you've got plenty of time to catch it.

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Memphis

Shaftesbury Theatre, Saturday 28th March 2015

Winning four Tony Awards in 2010 and nine Olivier nominations this year, it's no wonder Memphis has set tongues wagging. With Killian Donnelly and Beverly Knight as leads 'boasting some of the most thrilling vocal work you'll find on stage', this musical has brought audiences to their feet with its not stop raucous fun. 

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FRIDAY FEATURE: EXCITEMENT BLOOMS FOR THE CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW 2015

With the first day of Spring upon us, what better way to spend a beautiful day than rubbing shoulders with the Royals whilst admiring the beautiful designs at The Chelsea Flower show. Every year the show attracts thousands of worldwide visitors to England's capital for an unforgettable week of sights and scents. Widely considered as the world's most prestigious flower show, we are extremely excited to see this year's fantastic floral displays.

The competition at the show has always been intense with designers battling against each other to be the most innovative, relevant and above all take home the coveted gold medal. Previous years have seen designers really push boundaries to impress the public and judges alike, 2011 saw Diarmuid Gavin with  Fáilte Ireland/Cork City Council garden unveil a hanging garden suspended 60ft above ground, winning him his first gold medal.

Year on year we are taken aback with the talent and calibre of the show's exhibits and it seems this year will not disappoint. In the pipeline for this year's show is a garden design by Matt Keightly, the force behind last year's fantastic 'Hope on the Horizon' for the Help the Heroes charity. He will be returning with Prince Harry's charity Sentebale, who are dedicated to helping impoverished children in Lesotho, Africa.

This year will be a first for Harrod's, who will be presenting their own garden with a perfume themed design. The department store's 'Fragrance Garden' will highlight the art of using flowers to create beautiful scents. Sheena Sheeks who is to design the garden has said she wants to reflect the growing industry in scent selection.

Another new exhibitor we are certain will astound this year comes from Al Barari Firm Management. Designed by Kamelia Bin Zaal and entitled 'Beauty of Islam', it will feature jasmine, rosemary and papyrus with an Islamic art influence. Not one to be missed!


The Chelsea Flower Show, 19-23 May 2015 at The Royal Hospital in Chelsea.
Full Day Tickets £59, please call 0844 338 7502.

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LONDON'S MOST RELAXING SPAS, AN IDEAL GIFT FOR MOTHER'S DAY

At a loss for how to treat your mum this mother's day? Why not surprise her with a weekend fit for a queen at these London hotels' gorgeous spas.

The Bulgari Spa

Bulgari Hotel, Knightsbridge

To kick off our compilation is Bulgari's hotel spa, finished with sumptuous deep oak, marble and sandstone, the decor alone is enough to leave you feeling like a super model. Along with its relaxing 25m swimming pool, the high fashion brand's spa offers a wide range of treatments, from their 'Perfect Legs Retreat'  - ideal for any big occasion - to hair shine treatments and manicures to have you looking your best every day. The spa also has Gentlemen's Grooming and treatments, ensuring that couples can enjoy looking and feeling their best together.
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Espa Life

Corinthia Hotel, Embankment

If facials get your energy flowing then look no further. Declared as the best London spa for facials by The Telegraph, the deep cleanse provided by their recommended enzyme peel will leave you refreshed and ready for a night on the town. The tranquil ambience Espa Life offers, encased by its 'sleep pods' and cascading corridors is exactly what the doctor ordered.
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Como Shambhala Urban Escape

Metropolitan Hotel, Knightsbridge

Frequented by world class business men and executives, the Metropolitan hotel is the ideal place to decompress and rid yourself from stress. The spa is above all renown for its 'free flowing one on one conversation' sessions, allowing individuals to offload and unravel any bothersome issues, after all a problem shared is a problem halved.
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Bamford Haybarn Spa

Berkeley Hotel, Knightsbridge

With its unbeatable roof top pool surrounded by Carrera marble and lounge chairs swathed in fluffy cream linen, the Bamford Haybarn spa is an oasis among London's city skyline. Specialising in pregnancy treatments - ensuring mum and baby are comfortable and pampered, it is the ideal destination for any new mums wishing to soothe themselves of any pregnancy jitters.

THE ROYAL HORSEGUARDS HOTEL FEELING STARRY EYED

It seems that 2015 is the year for The Royal Horseguards Hotel in London's Whitehall, not only has it been awarded five stars by Forbes Travel Guide but it has also been named as a new Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Hotel. Combine this with its certificate of excellence from Trip Advisor for two years running, The Royal Horseguards Hotel is becoming one to watch out for!

The hotel facilities provide everything one would expect with five star quality, from a fully kitted out gym (personal trainer optional) to a 24 hour multilingual guest relations team ready to cater to your every request.

Its not just the history of the building itself at The Royal Horseguard that exudes finesse, its recent refurbishment in 2009 into a blend of modern day necessity framed by classical opulence bear witness to its novel five star rating.

A staple of London's finest hotels is their ability to contend among the greats with their provision of Afternoon Tea. The Royal Horseguards Hotel does just that, with its invitation only membership to the famous Tea Guild in 2012 and its consequent Award of Excellence it is no surprise that this hotel is a rising star.

Check out our guide to London's best 5 star hotels for more: http://www.bluebirdtravel.com/#!the-best-hotels-in-london/coln

LONDON’S TOP AFTERNOON TEA

Taking Afternoon Tea is the ultimate English pastime. Dating back to the early 19th century, the upper classes would drink tea and nibble on sandwiches to get them through 'the afternoon lull'. Today, no trip to London is complete without whiling an afternoon away in one of London's most luxurious hotels and being served-up a quintessentially English experience by the most exceptionally acclaimed hosts.

THE GORING HOTEL

Best for: Overall exceptional experience
Award: 'Top London Afternoon Tea Award 2013 from the UK Tea Guild'

Hours: 3pm, 3.30pm and 4pm every day
Venue: The Afternoon tea is served daily on the Terrace overlooking the private garden, or alternatively in the Goring Lounge Bar which exudes a refined Edwardian elegance.

Traditional Afternoon Tea
Cost: £42.50 per person
Menu: The Goring’s signature tea blend, selection of finger sandwiches, homemade Scones and delicate afternoon tea pastries.

Bollinger Afternoon Tea
Cost: £52.50 per person
Menu: Traditional menu plus Bollinger Champagne and Strawberries & Cream

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THE DORCHESTER

Best for: Impressive venue and Ice Cream Tea offering
Awards: 'The Tea Guild special Award of Excellence 2013'. The award was also received a further four times in previous years, making it the only London hotel to achieve this distinction.

Hours: 1pm, 2pm, 3:15pm, 4:15pm, 5:30pm & 6.45 every day
Venue: Afternoon Tea is served in the legendary Promenade, the ground floor lobby of the hotel, where potted palms, impressive marble columns and towering arrangements of flowering plants surround exquisite seating options.

Traditional Afternoon Tea
Cost: $45 per person
Menu: The menu is served with a choice of handpicked rare and grand teas. Delicate savoury finger sandwiches are filled with smoked salmon, egg, chicken, prawn and cucumber, homemade warm scones and the pièce de resistance, the assortment of cakes and tartlets. Among the irresistible treats are delicate white chocolate and praline pyramids, a creamy apple and macadamia delice, scrumptious chocolate marquis, miniature raspberry macaroons, a fresh berry crumble tart and delicate pineapple financiers on a coconut mousse.

Champagne Upgrade
Laurent-Perrier NV Champagne: £55 per person
Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé: £59 per person

Vintage Afternoon Tea
Cost: £55 per person
Menu: Vintage Afternoon Tea is a more intimate affair, served from a balcony overlooking the hotel’s iconic lobby. Watch the world go by as you dine on a similar selection of delights, however chose your cakes from a trolley and of course sip your teas from The Dorchester's vintage Minton china set.

Ice Cream Afternoon Tea
From 1st - 31st August Ice Cream Afternoon Tea menu replaces the Traditional Afternoon Tea menu.
Cost: £55 per person

Menu: Introducing a modern and exciting twist to the traditional cream tea, The Dorchester's Ice Cream Tea is an array of mouth-wateringly delicious, homemade ice creams served in miniature cones and in four quintessentially British flavours - Cox apple, Elderflower sorbet, Earl Grey tea and English honey.

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INTERCONTINENTAL PARK LANE

Best for: Selection of themed teas
Award: 'The Tea Guild special Award of Excellence 2013'

Hours: 1pm to 5pm every day
Venue: The tea is served in Wellington Lounge, which pays respect to the building’s heritage by offering traditional Afternoon Tea in London with a modern twist; an experience fit for Royalty.

Wellington Tea
Cost: £38 per person
Menu: “Honouring the original Duke with the best British ingredients and influences from his travels”
Champagne, a selection of teas, a luxury selection of sandwiches, English scones with Devonshire clotted cream and an array of fancy sweets.

Botanical Tea
Cost: £38 per person
Menu: “Celebrating the hotel's location overlooking the iconic Royal Parks, this delicate and whimsical tea mixes citrus, berries, spices, and herbaceous botanicals for a taste of spring”
Cardamom and vanilla infused champagne, a luxury selection of sandwiches, Citrus infused scones with Devonshire cream and an array of spring inspired sweets.

Royal Tea
Cost: £38 per person
Menu: “Royal-Tea honours its location on the site of the former Royal residence with a dainty selection of pretty English classics that are fit for a Queen. Royal-Tea presents long-time favourites created with a selection of British ingredients”
Dubonnet cocktail, deluxe traditional English sandwiches, a luxury selection of sandwiches and an array of quintessentially British sweets.

Twilight Afternoon Tea
Cost: £40 per person
Menu: Rose champagne and the best selection of the above menus.

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THE MANDARIN ORIENTAL

Best for: Variety of rare teas

Hours: 1 to 5.30pm every day
Venue: Set against a stylish, contemporary backdrop, The Rosebery at The Mandarin Oriental offers a choice of teas exclusively crafted to the hotel's specifications, together with a selection of bespoke teas created in partnership with the iconic East India Company. The Rosebery's very own Tea Master will delicately mix selected teas to suit your preferred tastes, and recommend the perfect accompaniments for the chosen menu.

The Rosebery Afternoon Tea
Cost: £45 per person, (and 'Mini Tea' for under 12's, £25 per child)
Menu: A selection of finely designed sandwiches, scones with a selection of strawberry jam, rose-petal jelly or homemade lemon curd and an assortment of beautifully created handmade pastries.

Champagne Upgrades
Ruinart Blanc de Blanc: £54 per person
Ruinart Rosé £58 per person
Krug Grand Cuvée £82 per person

The Rosebery Tea Master's Choice Afternoon Tea
Cost: £62 per person
Menu: The Rosebery Afternon Tea menu plus a selection of 3 varieties from the rare tea list.

The Rosebery Sake Afternoon Tea
Cost: £78
Menu: The Rosebery Afternon Tea menu plus a selection of 3 Sake varieties to complement the different elements of your afternoon tea.

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FOUR SEASONS PARK LANE

Best for: Specialised Teas - Italian and Vegetarian
Award: 'The Tea Guild special Award of Excellence 2013'

Hours: 1pm to 5pm every day
Venue: Inspired by the greenery of Hyde Park, the Four Seasons is fresh and chic and presents a completely new twist on the Afternoon Tea experience in the very heart of Mayfair. Tea is served in Amaranto - Restaurant, Bar and Lounge, where high ceilings bring the gardens indoors and one dramatic space transitions seamlessly through a series of rooms, each with its own character and décor.

English Afternoon Tea
Cost: £34 per person
Menu: A beautiful selection of traditional English sandwiches with a modern twist, scones with clotted cream, jam and a Manjari-caramel chocolate spread and an array of delectable tea fancies.

La Dolce Vita – Italian Afternoon Tea
Cost: £34 per person
Menu: “La Dolce Vita' is Amaranto's signature Afternoon Tea, which offers a unique Italian twist, featuring Brushetta, Focaccia, Parma Ham and Baby Panettone, among other Mediterranean inspired delicacies”

Vegetarian Afternoon Tea
Cost: £34 per person
Menu: A specialised menu that closely resembles the traditional English tea offering, but whilst making sure that there are additional choices for the vegetarians among us.

Add a serving of Caviar: £56 per person

Champagne upgrades
Bollinger Special Cuvée Champagne: £48 per person
Bollinger Rosé Champagne: £53 per person
So Jennie, Alcohol Free Rosé Sparkling Wine: £45 per person

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THE LANGHAM

Best for: Vintage style and elegance, the birthplace of afternoon tea
Award: 2010 and 2012 saw The Langham awarded the Tea Guild's 'Top London Afternoon Tea' award, the most prestigious in the industry.

Hours: 1pm, 3:15pm and 5:30pm every day
Venue: Located in the heart of West End, the five-star Langham hotel has one of London's most enviable addresses. Palm Court at The Langham, the dazzling centrepiece of the hotel, is the height of elegance, reflected in the wooden floors, the sage and lavendar leather chairs and fresh flowers as far as the eye can see. It is also famed as the place where the tradition of Afternoon Tea was born over 140 years ago.

Wonderland Afternoon Tea
Cost: £44 per person
Menu: Chose from a range of teas, and assortment of beautifully created sandwiches, a selection of warm scones served with Devonshire clotted cream and strawberry preserve and a selection on French pastries and specialist mini cakes including a traditional Eton Mess.

Champagne Upgrade: £52 per person

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GROSVENOR HOUSE PARK LANE

Best for: Children friendly teas
Award: 'The Tea Guild special Award of Excellence 2013'

Hours: 2pm to 6pm every day
Venue: Frequented by royalty, celebrities and business leaders since its opening almost 100 years ago, this historic hotel is considered by many as the "Grande Dame" of Park Lane hotels, offering a quintessentially British experience. The Park Room and Library is a tranquil and pleasant setting, with large comfortable sofas, elegant flower displays and live piano entertainment.

Anna’s Tea
Cost: £35.30 per person
Menu: Choice of teas, a selection of finger sandwiches, warm scones with a fabulous assortment of British jams and Devonshire clotted cream, tantalising afternoon tea pastries and freshly home baked cakes.

Champagne Upgrades
Piper Heidsieck Champagne: £ 46.50 per person
Taittinger Rose Champagne: £ 48.50 per person

Grover’s Tea (for children)
Cost: £14
Menu: Children can enjoy their very own Afternoon Tea treat with Grover's Tea Time which includes tropical fruit salad, an assortment of ice creams, French pastries, a glass of Luscombe wild elderflower bubbly and their very own cuddly Grover to take home - £14.00 per child

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THE CORINTHIA HOTEL

Best for: Alfresco Tea

Hours: 2:00pm to 6:00pm Monday to Friday and 12pm to 6:00pm Saturday & Sunday
Venue: Bathed in natural light, the dramatic lobby, crowned with a stunning glass dome and bespoke chandelier provides the perfect setting for Afternoon Tea. On a beautiful summers day, an enclosed courtyard lined with manicured maple trees is a perfect spot for an Al Fresco Afternoon Tea.

Traditional Afternoon Tea
Cost: £45 per person
Menu: selection of finger sandwiches served on artisan breads, warm scones and an assortment of seasonal English tea fancies.

Champagne Upgrades
With Laurent-Perrier NV: £55 per person
With Laurent-Perrier Rosé: £58 per person

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THE ROYAL GARDEN HOTEL

Best for: Value for money
Awards: 'The Tea Guild special Awards of Excellence' in 2012 and 2013

Hours: 2:00pm to 5:30pm Monday - Thursday and 1pm to 5pm Friday - Sunday
Venue: Afternoon Tea is served in the Lounge area of the Park Terrace Restaurant, which enjoys views towards Kensington Palace and Gardens and the tinkling of the resident pianist.

The Kensington Tea
Cost: £26 per person
Menu: Assorted freshly prepared finger sandwiches, freshly baked raisin and cinnamon scones served with Devonshire clotted cream and homemade preserves, a selection of cakes and pastries from
the Royal Garden patisserie and with freshly brewed organic leaf tea from the Royal Garden’s fine selection.

The Royal Tea
Cost: £36 per person, inc. Champagne
Menu: All aspects of The Kensington Tea, but upgraded to include strawberries with vintage balsamic drizzle and a glass of Théophile Roederer NV champagne.