TUCKED neatly inside a cliff face in the heart of a Mediterranean pine tree forest, 180m above sea level, lies a haven perfect for relaxation and escape. Framed by emerald sea conjuring a breeze capable of carrying all troubles away, it was easy to forget I was in Ibiza - an island with more to offer than the vibrant nightlife it's become famous for. Sampling its quieter side was almost as if someone had pulled open a curtain on a secret world, where it seemed very few knew of its hidden gems.
TUCKED neatly inside a cliff face in the heart of a Mediterranean pine tree forest, 180m above sea level, lies a haven perfect for relaxation and escape. Framed by emerald sea conjuring a breeze capable of carrying all troubles away, it was easy to forget I was in Ibiza - an island with more to offer than the vibrant nightlife it's become famous for.
SEEN from space, plumes of smoke stretch hundreds of miles across the Mediterranean. The Nasa satellite picture shows the terrifying scale of the forest fires in Greece that have already claimed at least 57 lives.
It may be our favourite place to holiday but be warned - global warming is likely to have a major impact in the Mediterranean, leading to water shortages, forest fires and loss of agriculture, it was claimed last night. Scientists made the forecast after looking at a range of social, economic and environmental factors driving change in Europe. They included climate warming predictions of average temperature rises in Europe ranging from 2.1C to 4.4C.
SEEN from space, plumes of smoke stretch hundreds of miles across the Mediterranean. The Nasa satellite picture shows the terrifying scale of the forest fires in Greece that have already claimed at least 60 lives.
A FOREST fire has obliterated more than 2,400 acres along Turkey's Mediterranean coast. Villagers fled their homes as the flames threatened to encroach on the ruins of the ancient Greek city of Aspendos, a popular tourist attraction in the south-western Antalya province.
The Good Fork is offering epicureans hungry for Mediterranean flavours a hamper containing the finest walnut oil, green fig preserve, sardinade (a delicious fishy take on tapenade), wild forest mushrooms and wild boar terrine. Limited edition Thoroughly French Fork, Pounds 39.50, from The Good Fork. To order, visit www.thegoodfork.co.uk. Top British cheesemonger Paxton & Whitfield has created a cheese lovers' adventure with its latest hamper, drawing on its heritage of more than 200 years. Cheese Store With Cheese contains Aldwych, Paxton's Cave Aged Cheddar, Shropshire Blue and Epoisses, along with a rustic cheese board to bring it to the table on. Cheese Store With Cheese, Pounds 77, from Paxton and Whitfield. To order, call 01451 823 460 or visit www.paxtonand whitfield.co.uk.
SEEN from space, plumes of smoke stretch hundreds of miles across the Mediterranean. The Nasa satellite picture shows the terrifying scale of the forest fires in Greece that have already claimed at least 57 lives.
Receiving a hamper is such a Christmas treat - but how much to spend when you're the sender? Sam Wylie-Harris looks at six of the best FRENCH FANCY The Good Fork is offering epicureans hungry for Mediterranean flavours a hamper containing the finest walnut oil, green fig preserve, sardinade (a delicious fishy take on tapenade), wild forest mushrooms and wild boar terrine. Limited edition Thoroughly French Fork, [pounds]39.50, from The Good Fork. To order, visit thegoodfork. co. uk SWEET INDULGENCE Friends will rejoice at the thought of a satisfying teatime selection of Christmas pud, chocolate-dipped shortbread, strawberry jam, fudge, chocolate coins and tea and coffee. Festive Comfort Hamper, [pounds]60, from Selfridges. selfridges. co. uk ARTISAN CHEESES British cheesemonger Paxton &W...
AFTER a summer of widespread flooding in the UK, fierce forest fires in the Mediterranean and now Hurricane Dean wreaking deadly havoc in the Caribbean, it's fair to say we're still interested in the weather, and the impact it can have on our businesses. Dramatic events like these regularly carry a human toll as well as the bill for physical repairs. It all adds up to cost for business. Insurers would probably consider themselves at the front of any queue comprising businesses in which the weather is important.
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