As Dame Maggie Smith’s Dowager Countess of Grantham might have said, “Isn’t it splendid to see that nice Mr Cameron back in Downing Street.” Surprise UK election result poised to buoy the housing market.
For anyone thinking of retiring to a home on a world-class golf course, in an English-speaking country with British traditions and legal system, a stable economy, low crime rate, and temperate weather, New Zealand ticks all the boxes.
The Mediterranean is renowned for demanding golf courses surrounded by luxe resorts and stunning scenery. Peter Swain picks out the highlights.
Global wealth has never been so portable, real estate as an asset class so desirable or the choice of destination so wide. An appraisal of the where, what, why, who and how of 2015.
The search for solitude has a simple solution – a private island sanctuary. Peter Swain examines the exclusive marketplace and assesses the options
Nevis stores its tastiest treats up on the slopes of the 3,232-foot peak, from gourmet grandeur and plantation inn pleasures to “snackettes’’ strong on local flavours
Those in the know, already know Nevis is one of the Caribbean’s hidden gems, but gourmands are now discovering that the island’s culinary excellence matches its rich cultural heritage
Global passports for global citizens are not yet available, but several Caribbean countries are currently offering the next best thing
Futuristic technological innovation is encouraging architects and designers to utilise residential interior space ever more imaginatively. Peter Swain looks at some of the more ambitious concepts.
“You get the idea Mauritius was made first, and then heaven.” So said Mark Twain. Now, the pearl of the Indian Ocean with a magnetic allure is getting in touch with its family side, discovers Peter Swain
For devotees of the art of fly fishing, the name Hardy inspires the same veneration violinists reserve for Stradivarius
For the travelling golfer (and their family) who appreciates immaculate courses, impeccable hotels, shining seascapes and the occasional safari drive, South Africa is hard to beat, says Peter Swain.
Of all the taxes to consider when buying abroad, inheritance tax is one of the most fiendishly complex and can be surprisingly costly, discovers Peter Swain
The hippy-chic attractions of Goa’s beaches have been on the radar for a generation, but discerning travellers keen to top up both their chi and their tan are now discovering the allure of the uncluttered south of India’s smallest state.
Catalonia’s abundant courses cater for golfers of all abilities, with everything from on-site academies to a Spanish Open venue on offer.
From culinary backwater to the crest of a gastronomic wave, the City of Sails in New Zealand’s North Island is now a world-class foodie destination, reports Peter Swain.
Whether you’re the next Tiger Woods or a poor man’s Happy Gilmore, there’s absolutely no excuse for any self-respecting golf enthusiast to chip balls on a driving range or navigate rickety windmills on a crazy golf course.
Old-school golf developments are receiving modern makeovers, while new resorts are springing up in unlikely places. Peter Swain hits the fairways to find holiday homes that are up to par.
Italian exuberance qualified by English reserve is the perfect recipe for a great day out, discovers Peter Swain, as he talks to Sir Rocco Forte about his new project, Verdura.
10 courses in the Uk, Ireland, Spain, Caribbean, USA, Thailand and Mauritius which have great facilities both for beginners and good players wanting to improve their game.
A stylish new breed of cigar bars, lounges and plush spaces designed to skirt around stringent anti-smoking regulations are opening around the world
Golfers travelling on their own or as a couple often want very different things from a golf holiday. Peter Swain makes some suggestions.
The smart home technology that sci-fi writers predicted would change our lives a generation ago is now materialising.
Ask any golf writer for their favourite luxury golfing destinations and this resort will make the top five, but you’ve probably never heard of it. Peter Swain headed to sleepy South Carolina to tee off at Kiawah Island.
With winter looming, thoughts turn to tropical golfing climes. Peter Swain has found one destination that won’t break the bank: St Kitts and Nevis.
The Robert Trent Jones II masterpiece on Nevis is consistently rated one of the best courses in the Caribbean. It’s a challenge for amateurs, but how does it look to Tour professionals?
Peter Swain recommends some enticing destinations allowing visitors to combine a love of golf with a passion for fine wines and even finer whiskies.
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With its taut, angular Thames-side architecture, louche gastro-pubs and 80-hectare park, Battersea is becoming one of London’s hottest “villages” in which to work, live and party.
Several notable golf clubs have recently appeared around Guangzhou, just 120 kilometres (75 miles) up the Pearl River from Hong Kong.
After a summer commentating on England’s triumphant Ashes campaign for Sky TV, Sir Ian Botham is looking forward to his next big innings in the West Indies.