How to Dress Like a Gentleman Two men, two looks—do you see yourself as the conservative Savile Row type . . . or more of a modern-day dandy?
The Collector
The Old—and New—Curiosity Shops The quality of the London art and antiques market is still the best in the world. Martin Filler reveals his favorite places to acquire that perfect objet d'art.
Country Life
Country-House Hotels Lyn Middlehurst had no time for peeling paint or worn furniture, but instead went in search of style, comfort, and the authentic experience. Here's what she found.
Eight Keys to the Kingdom Sophy Roberts goes in search of the perfect house to rent. What she finds is everything from stately Scottish castle to cozy cottage in the Cotswolds.
The Entertainers British theater is not all knights and dames. Theater critic Michael Billington handicaps the best young talent (and where to find it) this season.
Dispatch
A Matter of Taste What is it about the British that makes them so . . . well, British? Lucia van der Post considers Marmite, corgis, even the Queen's handbags.
The Best New Course in Scotland Just two years old and near St. Andrews, Kingsbarns is a raw, rugged, and brilliantly designed links with gaping pot bunkers and sweeping sand dunes.
Sport
The Ultimate Sportsman's Guide From salmon fishing in Scotland to foxhunting in Leicestershire, British sport remains in a class by itself. Andrew Powell hunts down the best outings in the land.
The Insiders Opening night for the toughest ticket in town? A wind-swept castle overlooking Scotland's most romantic loch this weekend? Not a problem—if you know the right people.
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TV TUNE IN: Checking in on Luxury
Departures Editor in Chief Richard David Story introduces the wildest innovations in contemporary luxury, airing on Plum TV®. The segments will be broadcast during Connections with Jennie Saunders beginning August 23. View programming schedule
