As co-founder and managing director Mr & Mrs Smith, James Lohan has seen the brand grow from its first hotel guidebook in 2003 to becoming one of the top boutique travel providers, currenty looking after over 75,000 active members.

What’s your best kept London secret?

My Myopracter – he’s a cross between an Osteopath and Chiropractor and I have to say he’s a miracle worker (in case you need him: Andrew Dunham, 07877 366 715).

Where do you go to escape a) within the city, and b) outside of the city?

a) within the city, Kew Gardens, and b) for outside of the city, it's the West Wittering Beach in West Sussex.

“My best kept London secret is my Myopracter – he’s a cross between an Osteopath and Chiropractor and I have to say he’s a miracle worker.”

Favourite restaurants/eats?

Chez  Bruce on Wandsworth Common if it’s a special occasion, or the Kebab Kid in Parsons Green – the only kebab house where you don’t need to be drunk to visit, as it’s as good as any Sunday Roast.

Favourite shops?

I love markets – Portobello, Spitalfields (visit Caravan whilst you’re there), Borough. But if I do go High Street, then Selfridges.

Favourite bars/drinks?

The Club Bar and Dining, and my good friend Brenhan Magee, who owns it, is the best host in all of London.

Favourite view of London?

From Richmond Bridge, looking in either direction.

Favourite area?

Borough.

Complete the sentence:

I can’t make it through the day without… Our nanny.

“I love markets – Portobello, Spitalfields, Borough – and if I go High Street, Selfridges”

What are your guilty pleasures?

Girls Aloud.

If you’re in need of a little luxury/pampering, where do you go?

Genco in Chiswick – they do the most amazing wet shaves.

Where do you go for a culture fix?

Tate Modern.

A London service that makes your life better/easier?

Black cabs.

What’s your top London tip?

Set off early.

What kind of relationship do you have with London?

Love/hate.