Latest articles by Chris Carter
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Arrive in style with Flexjet at the Silverstone British GPTravel Chris Carter hitches a ride aboard a Flexjet helicopter for the British GP sprint qualifying at Silverstone – was it faster than Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari?
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Maradona's 'Hand of God' World Cup armband heads to auctionDiego Maradona's armband worn during the 'Hand of God' goal in the 1986 World Cup is part of Sotheby's The Beautiful Game sale in New York.
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Three luxury summer destinations to make a splash inThis summer, design your own superyacht in St. Tropez, cool off on Lake St. Moritz in the Swiss Alps or sail through the Indonesian islands.
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Artist David Hockney’s enduring legacyBritish artist David Hockney has died aged 88, but he will live on through his work
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A luxury stay at Fairmont Windsor Park in SurreyWhen you stay at the Treehouse Suite at Fairmont Windsor Park, rest in your outdoor Jacuzzi, play a round of golf or bike across the expansive gardens.
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Ex-Spurs owner Joe Lewis's art collection could fetch £150mBillionaire Joe Lewis's art collection is up for auction next month. It could be London's most valuable single-owner collection ever
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Mini bags are in fashion – is it a good investment or a fad?The mini bag resale market is lucrative. Chris Carter looks at the handbags commanding a premium, plus what to look for when buying one
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Historic hotels reimagined as luxury stays – what to bookThese historic hotels in the Cotswolds, Scottish Highlands and central London have been artfully restored to their former glory, and are now available to book.
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AREV St. Tropez: The talk of the town in the French RivieraAREV St. Tropez is a love letter to the French Riviera of the Brigitte Bardot era. It won't be long before this luxury boutique hotel becomes a true local icon.
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The best golf resorts in the worldWe round up the best golf resorts in the world for a luxury getaway, so you can take to the fairways in style.
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Outdoor saunas: How to turn your garden into a spaOutdoor saunas are the hot, new wellness must-have. Here's how to buy one.
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30 April 1975: The fall of SaigonThe fall of Saigon to North Vietnamese forces brought the Vietnam War to an end on this day in 1975.
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Review: Mandarin Oriental, Paris – la vie en roseTravel The City of Light is at its most beautiful in the spring. So, stroll through the parks and admire the blooms with a stay at the Mandarin Oriental, Paris
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Art market makes a fragile recovery – but is it enough?The global art market turned a corner last year, and the UK has hung on to its position as the second-largest art market in the world, says Chris Carter.
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Best spring break getaways to savour the flavours of springThis spring break, enjoy the abundance of fresh produce, from 500-year-old olive groves in Croatia to Jersey royal potatoes fresh from the côtils.
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Marquee Week: art's spring season starts in styleMarquee Week got the London art market's 2026 spring season off to a good start, with works from David Hockney to Andy Warhol and Francis Bacon
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Top 5 fun-filled Easter holidays for familiesTravel We take a look at the best Easter holiday destinations, from kite-flying in Barbados to glamping in Monmouthshire
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The rare books which are selling for thousandsRare books have been given a boost by the film Wuthering Heights. So how much are they really selling for?
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Review: Eliamos Villas Hotel & Spa – revel in the quiet madness of KefaloniaTravel Eliamos Villas Hotel & Spa on the Greek island of Kefalonia is a restful sanctuary for the mind, body and soul
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Affordable Art Fair: The art fair for beginnersChris Carter talks to the Affordable Art Fair’s Hugo Barclay about how to start collecting art, the dos and don’ts, and more
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22 January 1979: Public sector strike cripples BritainFeatures On this day in 1979, thousands of public sector workers downed tools over the Labour government's unpopular policy to tackle inflation.
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Are buyers returning to the fine art market?Wealthy bidders returned to the fine-art market last summer, amid rising demand from younger buyers. What does this mean for 2026?
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Review: Castiglion del Bosco, A Rosewood Hotel – a Tuscan rural idyllTravel Play golf, drink exquisite wine and eat good food at Castiglion del Bosco, A Rosewood Hotel, all within the stunning Val d’Orcia National Park in Tuscany
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Luxury fire and ice experiences for the New YearRestore your mind and body with luxury fire and ice experiences, from warming saunas to icy plunges
