In 1891, the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths set up the Goldsmiths’ Technical and Recreative Institute, dedicated to “the promotion of technical skill, knowledge, health and general well-being among men and women of the industrial, working and artisan classes”. In 1904, the Institute was acquired by the University of London and was re-established as Goldsmiths College. […]

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is the UK’s first and largest veterinary school and a constituent College of the University of London. It received the maximum score of 24 out of 24 in an assessment of teaching standards by the Quality Assurance Agency in February 2000. In 1999 it also became the first UK veterinary […]

Founded in 1826, UCL is consistently ranked in the top three multifaculty UK universities. Its academics and students are dedicated to understanding the past, challenging the present and shaping the future. The aims of the UCL Graduate School are to provide a resource for graduate students, to ensure that: UCL continues to be at the […]

Birkbeck College is ranked among the leading UK university institutions for its levels of national and international excellence in research in the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. From this base of research excellence, which embraces a distinctive interdisciplinary approach in and between many of its departments, Birkbeck provides a unique range of degree and […]

King’s College London was established by King George IV in 1829 and became one of the founding colleges of the University of London. It is now a multi-faculty institution with some 17,160 students occupying a leading position in higher education in the UK and enjoying a world-wide reputation for teaching and research. King’s was established […]

Many aspects of planning a Paris getaway are a lot of fun. From selecting hotels to mapping out the places you absolutely must see while you’re there, you’re sure to relish a lot of the steps that you take to prepare for your adventure. Other steps may not be as much fun, but they’re often […]

Of the many prestigious universities around the world, some have storied histories that go back over a century while others have emerged more recently. One of the newer universities, the University of Haifa, stands out as one of the most vibrant educational facilities, offering students from all around the world a chance to excel in […]

Named after the Duwamish leader, Chief Seattle, the Emerald City sits on the western coast of the Pacific Northwest. Serving as a gateway for the Asian trade, the city boasts a scenic beauty and eclectic atmosphere that make it an exciting destination, whether you want to climb mountains or relax with a cup of coffee. […]

The Crescent is a spacious, light and attractive restaurant with many appealing features, including a vast mural of a country landscape ‘trompe l’oeil’ by renowned artist Lincol Seligman and a lion’s head fountain. “For luxurious comfort, first-rate service, bargain prices and an intoxicating menu, the Crescent is hard to beat.”(Good Food Guide 2000) Stephen Whitney […]

Established for 3 years, this friendly, family run restaurant is only a few minutes walk from the hustle and bustle of Oxford Street. Open for lunch between 12 and 3pm, and from 5.30 until 11pm for dinner, you can choose between a light snack from the International Tapas Menu, or a tempting selection of cuisine […]

Wiltons, established in 1742, is situated in the heart of St James’s. Situated in Jermyn Street, beside Burlington Arcade and surrounded by London’s premier shops and galleries, Wilton’s is very much part of the London scene. The location ideally suited to its clientele which includes members of the government, senior businesses and British aristocracy. Service […]

This contemporary London restaurant located in delightful West Soho offers a light and airy interior, in which an innovative modern British menu, created by head chef, Graham Sutherland, can be feasted upon. Nine Golden Square proves to be a popular venue, with some of the biggest names in the media business using the restaurant on […]

Unshocking renditions of bistro classics are the draw at this cozy spot, located in a mall in fact, if not in spirit. Appetizers from this London restaurant include a subtly caramelized onion soup with a decadent draping of cheese baked on top. Among entres, juicy grilled duck breast with wild rice stands out, as does […]

Adventure Holiday: Cycling Around Swiss Lakes Vacation Type: Bicycle Touring Gourmet Tours Travel Location: Europe Switzerland Lucerne Interlaken Stay at the five-star Park Hotel Vitznau.Explore the Old Town of Lucerne.Picnic under the Jungfrau, a paradise on earth.Children may participate. Vacation Contact Detail Travel picture of Above Lake Thun. Travent InternationalP.O. Box 305Waterbury CenterVermont05677-0305United StatesTelephone: 800-325-3009Fax […]

Adventure Holiday: Explore the Hapsburg Empire Vacation Type: Bicycle Touring Gourmet Tours Travel Location: Europe Austria Vienna Explore the rich heritage of the Hapsburgs in Hungary and Austria.Savor the delicious local cuisine and wines.Explore 11th-century monasteries and convents on the Danube.This activity is for adults only. Vacation Contact Detail Travel picture of The gentle hills […]