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High in the Sky

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One way to truly see the sights of a city is from high up in the sky. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of the best places from which to take in spectacular views of 10 of our favourites.

Barcelona
The Christopher Columbus monument stands tall at the bottom of the city’s bustling Las Ramblas, not far from the sea, inviting visitors to ascend to the top and enjoy breathtaking views of the Catalan capital and Cataluña’s coastline. Or, head up one of the towers of the renowned Sagrada Família or to the rooftop terrace of Casa Milà.

Berlin
On a trip to the German capital, be sure to rise to the top of the Fernsehturm, the city’s TV Tower. Have a drink or snack in the revolving restaurant whilst enjoying a 360º vista of Berlin’s magnificent monuments.

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Tour de Shop: London

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Book yourself a break away in the British capital and take a tour of some of London’s most iconic shops for your Christmas shopping this year!

Best for traditional gifts

Harrods, the world’s most famous department store, comprises seven floors of luxury and is a tourist attraction in itself. You’ll be sure to find a traditional present that will go down a treat, whether it’s a custom-designed rocking horse or the ever-popular Harrods Christmas pudding. You’ll make someone very happy on Christmas morning with a present from this great British institution.

Best for a sweet tooth

Since the 1700s, Fortnum & Mason has brought the world’s best food into their spectacular Piccadilly store. Indulge in the finest confectionery, caviar and champagne and truly spoil your loved one with a signature Fortum & Mason hamper, or personally design your own and fill it with their favourite truffles and sweets.

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Cupcake Crazy

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A craze that has taken the world by storm is the cupcake – and with good reason! Small but perfectly formed, the cupcake was created as an individual serving, designed to bring a little piece of joy to a person’s day. Ideally served with a cup of tea or coffee, or a hot chocolate for those with a real sweet tooth, it’s the ideal treat – morning, noon or night!

They do say, after all, that the best things come in small packages…

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Spin Under the Stars

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The winter months are here, and what better way to celebrate the holidays than with a whirl around an outdoor ice rink! From the dazzling Somerset House in London to the historic Wollman in New York, we’ve compiled the most attractive settings for a truly magical evening spin under the stars…

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Premier jeweller, Tiffany & Co, is back to support the world’s most glamorous rink at the enchanting Somerset House in Covent Garden. Perfect for adults and children alike, parents can enjoy a glass of champagne whilst children are entertained by skating penguins, magical storytelling under the Tiffany Tree or a skating lesson with a prima ballerina. If you’re looking for something a bit different to the bars of Mayfair and Chelsea, try open-air clubbing on the ice starting at 10:30pm and skate the night away to the sound of international DJs.  Stay at the luxurious One Aldwych Hotel, just a stone’s throw away, where you can warm up with a glass of mulled wine in the Lobby Bar.

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