Who? Salt & Sill
What? Enjoy a different sort of hotel experience at Sweden’s floating hotel Salt & Sill. Located on the herring island of Klädesholmen, the hotel is comprised of six two-storey buildings on floating pontoons. Each room has its own entrance, sea view and patio space. There’s also access to a floating sauna, the world’s fastest.
When? Open year round
Where? Klädesholmen, Sweden
How? For more information, visit www.saltosill.se
Who? Reykjavik Winter Lights Festival What? With little light in the Reykjavik winter, things can get pretty bleak. And that’s why with the arrival of February and more light, the city is hosting its Winter Lights Festival. The festival is a collection of events around the city, celebrating winter and light, incorporating music, art, sport and culture. When? 7th to 10th February Where? Throughout the city of Reykjavik How? For more information, visit www.vetrarhatid.is Fly via British Airways
Who? One Leicester Street What? One Leicester Street, the hotel on the former site of St John Hotel, has recently opened. The hotel features just 15 design focussed rooms. The food in the hotel restaurant continues to be looked after by Tom Harris, previously head chef at the Michelin-starred St John Hotel. Room rates from £150 per night. When? Open now Where? One Leicester Street, London WC2H 7BL How? Visit www.oneleicesterstreet.com for more information
Who? Grand Hotel Portovenere What? Cinque Terre might be the best known sight of Liguria but Portovenere has its understated charm. At the heart of the town, with tranquil views of the harbour, is Grand Hotel Portovenere. It’s a literal stone throw from the pebbled paths of the old town, an easy journey by day. And at night, it’s the perfect place to look out onto the harbour lights. When? Open year round Where? Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 5, 19025 Portovenere SP, Italy How? For more information and to book, see www.portovenerehotel.it Ten photos from Grand Hotel Portovenere Fly via British Airways
Who? HolidaysPlease What? If keeping up with technology is your thing then HolidaysPlease’s new Google Glass service will surely catch your eye. The holiday company has become the first travel company to loan the Google Glass to its customers for free. You will need to have insurance to cover the pricey gadget but otherwise it’s a great way to try the new technology. When? Available now Where? By appointment How? For more information, see www.holidaysplease.co.uk
Who? Kasbah Tamadot What? Luxury retreat Kasbah Tamadot is offering a special Christmas package for guests staying at its Atlas Mountain retreat this year. The three-night package includes accommodation, all meals, drinks, mule ride of the surrounding area and a trek with afternoon tea. Prices are from MAD 14,730 per person, based on two sharing. When? Arrival for 23rd or 24th December Where? BP 67, 42152 Asni, Marrakech, Morocco www.kasbahtamadot.virgin.com How? To book, call 0800 716 919 Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? Dina Bennett What? The Peking to Paris Rally has something of a cult status, often pushing its participants to the limits despite its straight forward concept. Peking to Paris is the story of Dina Bennett and her husband Bernard taking a 1940 LaSalle overland from capital to capital on a journey where she battles to save her car and the marriage. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
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