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Robert Carroll

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Writes features on photography, music and science as well as Dad Matters, a weekly parenting column, and Travel Essentials, a fortnightly travel gadgets column.

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Top 10: historic hotels that have retained their traditions and grace

Jun 22, 2012

Each with an impressive past, these illustrious hotels have seen many changes over the decades but still evoke their place and time in history. Read article "Top 10: historic hotels that have retained their traditions and grace"

Top 10: music festivals

Apr 28, 2012

These music festivals from around the globe are distinctive both for the atmosphere and the destinations that form their backdrop.Read article "Top 10: music festivals"

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The Practical Traveller: Survival skills

Nov 30, 2012

How to keep the head when travelling gets stressful.Read article

Trending: light but durable travel accessories

Aug 3, 2012

Going away this summer? Then be sure to pack your hand luggage thoroughly with soft leather cases and featherlight accessories.Read article

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Mirror, mirror, in the brain

Nov 5, 2008

Mirror, mirror, in the brain

Watching someone perform a task triggers the same neurons that are activated when the observer performs the task. These mirror neurons have implications that reach into all realms of social activity.Read article Mirror, mirror, in the brain

A lens on luxury

Oct 31, 2009

Cover story The photographer Martin Parr is celebrated and criticised for his satirical snapshots of ordinary people's lives. His latest book looks at the super-rich.Read article A lens on luxury

Latest Comments

Travel Essentials: Wi-Fi finder apps for iPhone

Nov 1 , 2012 | 10:27PM GST

siddiqakbar

There is another new app which looks nicer. Search for 'WiFi hotspot finder UAE' in iphone appstore.

A new parental strategy: embrace the chaos

Dec 30 , 2010 | 10:32AM GST

baasleim{gawab}com

Toddlers know to handle stress way better than we do as adults! Your observation is a good lesson for those who have 'grown up' - Embrace chaos without getting all worked up and simply move on. Truly said Rob!

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